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Originally Posted by Klondike
thank you -
I wonder about the "technology" factor though when you are talking about intimidating girls. Like for example - does a girl look at a guy with expensive gear and go "oh, he's a pro and knows what he's doing. He's OK". That would be as opposed to her reaction to someone with a camera phone or a point and shoot, who may be perceived as being a perv with little money or talent.
i don't know for sure, but the guys with the gear always seem to command a bit more respect. Whether they deserve it or not is another matter, but it at least shows you that they have a little money (and education, etc).
Klondike
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Good point! In the early digital era, I used to shoot "action" photos at various race tracks for a website. Even though I had a valid press pass, unless I had my whole kit with me, the track security people would try to prevent me from getting close to the relevant activities. The vest and the big bag was a professional symbol. Ironically, my best stop action shots were made with an Olympus digital camera that fit in my vest pocket.