sanyasi Posted March 2, 2015 Share #41 Posted March 2, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) I have faced this same issue and opted to leave my camera at home. For me the question is simple: I paid a lot of money to hear the music, so what happens when I am denied entrance unless I turn my camera over for "safekeeping," assuming that is even an option? Friday night I attended a jazz concert at a symphony concert hall. I knew that the performers and lighting would be photogenic, but I also knew there was a strict ban on cameras that the audience would honor. A bit frustrating, but the music was great, so I could lived without photos. I had photographed one of the musicians on countless occasions, so not that big of a deal. You are looking for color characters, but I have no doubt there will be other opportunities. As an aside, I noticed the photographer was the local newspaper. He was on exceptionally "good" behavior--very discreet--although his 300 or 500mm prime lens certainly helped out. If you still want to proceed, consider using a cheaper point and shoot, or call the promoter and offer to swap photos for a media pass. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Echo63 Posted March 2, 2015 Share #42 Posted March 2, 2015 What about respect for other festival goers who would rather watch/listen to the acts without people pushing in front to get some crappy worthless snap, or worse holding their camera above their head standing in front of you while they click aimlessly away? Even worse is the wall of light of LCD screens at night/inside which makes it even harder to see what's going on onstage. Personally I'd ban all cameras from such events, but they'd have to ban the phones too so it won't happen, unfortunately. So would I - and the Eagles did ! I can't stand the sea of screens when shooting gigs (one reason why i prefer shooting from the pit vs the sound desk, something that doesn't happen enough at the main local venue) i can't understand why people would pay good money to see a band perform live, with all the flashiness (lighting, pyro, effects etc) then watch it all on a 2x4" screen. The Eagles ban phones at Australian show | General News | Hollywood.com best rule at a gig - ever made it much easier for me with a 1DX and a 400 f2.8, without the flare from a sea of phones, and without shooting through a bunch of screens and arms. although its a completely different audience at an eagles gig, vs the bands i normally cover. As for the camera into a gig question - I don't go to see bands perform, unless i am working. when i am working i have a photo pass that typically gets me past the security without a bag check. so im not really much help.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonoslack Posted March 4, 2015 Share #43 Posted March 4, 2015 Hi John I've had this issue lots of times - As I understand it you aren't interested in shooting the bands so much as the event. No point in contacting the organisers (except for a pass) as you are going to have to deal with the security, not the organisers. As others have said - for an ignorant security guard the two issues are: 1. big lens 2. interchangeable lenses I've managed with the M on several occasions, but I would suggest that you ask your partner to carry the spare lens (or else put it somewhere away from the camera). Enjoy! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steamboat Posted March 4, 2015 Share #44 Posted March 4, 2015 Some good definitions of pro camera. DSLR with a 70-200 is sure way not to get in. Remove the filter and sunshade from the lens and you should be good. If asked act unfamiliar with the camera and mention taking a snapshot or two of friends. Go along if they think it's a film camera. I suppose if you really wanted to act like a dope you could take the battery out beforehand and wonder why the camera "doesn't even work". Good luck with your concert. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister35mm Posted March 4, 2015 Share #45 Posted March 4, 2015 I've been a celebrity photographer for many year, and taking photos as a hobbyist since I was 12... (I am now 51) I would take a Nokia Lumia 1020 (42m pixel camera phone) and a Panasonic Fz1000. Cover the camera with black tape, so it attracts less attention. you might want to take a hiking stick with a tripod bush hidden in the handle. A cheap 'disposable' one would be advisable so that you can ditch it if anyone takes an unhealthy interest. A Go-Pro HD video camera would be good too (or something similar), again, coverd in black tape, as you can pull good stills from HD frames. Plenty of memory cards and batteries. I find that expensive cameras attract trouble. I had my brand new Leica M6, 50f2 and 90mmf2, stolen shortly after I bought it, and the insurance would not pay up. Very very upsetting. Although I've own a lot of leicas since then, I have never risked buying a new one. In my opinion Leica is ludicrously over priced man-jewellry, and most of the people who buy them, Wouldn't know a F-stop from a BUS-stop, and as, armchair photographers, prefer to talk people's ears off about cameras rather than shoot. A professional camera is NONSENSE term. Profesional simply means you get paid for it, nothing more, nothing less. My camera of choice is anything that gets the shot. I have, for fun, smuggled toy FILM cameras into events. Incidentally, Never ever buy a Lomo. They are chinese junk, and are bought by hipster fools with more money than sense. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stunsworth Posted March 4, 2015 Share #46 Posted March 4, 2015 In my opinion Leica is ludicrously over priced man-jewellry, and most of the people who buy them, Wouldn't know a F-stop from a BUS-stop, and as, armchair photographers, prefer to talk people's ears off about cameras rather than shoot Not my experience based on the many dozens (hundreds?) of Leica photographers I've met over the years - both here and elsewhere. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Echo63 Posted March 4, 2015 Share #47 Posted March 4, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) In my opinion Leica is ludicrously over priced man-jewellry, and most of the people who buy them, Wouldn't know a F-stop from a BUS-stop, and as, armchair photographers, prefer to talk people's ears off about cameras rather than shoot. Not my experience based on the many dozens (hundreds?) of Leica photographers I've met over the years - both here and elsewhere. Expensive - Yes Manjewellery - maybe photographers using them not knowing an Fstop from a Bus Stop - No. Every Leica shooter i have ever met has at least had a good grasp of the basics of photography. close to half are working professional photographers, who either use the M as a "every where, all the time" camera that goes with them when they don't want a big SLR, or as their only camera, used for work and leisure. the others are amateurs, people who shoot for the enjoyment of taking pictures, and earn their living some other way - but still produce some lovely images. (I agree with the Lomo comment, they are hipster junk) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
barcoder Posted March 5, 2015 Share #48 Posted March 5, 2015 I haven't been to this festival, but I have been to the Austin City Limits music festival. I've carried by Leica both times. The last time a man in front of me had a SLR with zoom lens. He also had a big camera bag. The security wouldn't let him in. I walked in right behind him, no issues for my Leica M9. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted March 5, 2015 Share #49 Posted March 5, 2015 Incidentally, Never ever buy a Lomo. They are chinese junk, and are bought by hipster fools with more money than sense. You obviously don't understand what Lomo are about, it's not just the cameras. Lomo have featured Leica's on their blog. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kivis Posted March 5, 2015 Share #50 Posted March 5, 2015 I have the Red Leica logo covered with black tape (and the M9, too.) About 90% of the time I get in when unauthorized pro cameras are not allowed. Most folks think I have an "old" film camera and do not take me seriously as a photographer. But occasionally a security guard or entry checker will stop me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibbo Posted March 5, 2015 Share #51 Posted March 5, 2015 This weekend coming I am going to two concerts in the Bristol Jazz Festival. Carleen Anderson on Saturday and Dr John on Sunday. They also have free gigs in the foyer during the day and right up to the early hours of the morning. I am told, by the venue, that photography is unrestricted in the foyer but forbidden in the main auditorium. I think I shall take my wife's D-Lux 6 on Saturday and see how the land lies then, possibly, take my M on Sunday. Do those who do this sort of thing on a regular basis find they shoot standard or wide lenses or prefer a long lens? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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