r/AskPhotography

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About r/AskPhotography

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this subreddit is the perfect place to ask questions, seek advice, and engage in discussions about all things photography. We're here to foster a supportive and knowledgeable community that shares a passion for capturing the world through the lens. If you're new to photography or have a burning question, don't hesitate to make a post! Our community is filled with experienced photographers who are eager to help.

The community at a glance

r/AskPhotography is a Subreddit for Photographers with roughly 746K members. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #9 in the Photography communities list.

Roughly 95K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Camera, Photography, and Lens. Common discussion themes are Solution Requests and Advice Requests. Product recommendations often mention camera, lens, and point and shoot camera.

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Yearly: +95K members
Growth: +14.6% / year

Member growth over time

All time (yearly)

  • 2013: 3K members
  • 2014: 4K members
  • 2015: 3K members
  • 2016: 4K members
  • 2017: 5K members
  • 2018: 11K members
  • 2019: 21K members
  • 2020: 77K members
  • 2021: 147K members
  • 2023: 246K members
  • 2024: 77K members
  • 2025: 85K members
  • 2026: 61K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Sep: 6K members
  • Oct: 6K members
  • Nov: 9K members
  • Dec: 8K members
  • Jan: 9K members
  • Feb: 7K members
  • Mar: 8K members
  • Apr: 9K members
  • May: 10K members
  • Jun: 9K members
  • Jul: 9K members
  • Aug: 478 members

Themes

  • Solution Requests
    19 posts in the past month
    1. Looking for the best camera for wildlife for a beginner?
    2. best portable photo printer for small photo prints?
    3. What is the best budget camera?
    #1
    Solution Requests
    Looking for the best camera for wildlife for a beginner? · best portable photo printer for small photo prints? · What is the best budget camera?
    19
  • Advice Requests
    11 posts in the past month
    1. Why are my pictures not sharp, what can I change to make birds seem more focused? Every image seems soft or not clear enough in my opinion.
    2. I'm fascinated by Bruce Gilden's close-up portrait style and want to learn how he creates those images. I'd love to try it myself. What gear, flash setup, camera settings, and techniques should I learn? Any tips or resources for a beginner aiming for this style?
    3. Starting a Photography Business as a New Photographer, What body and lens should i get?
    #2
    Advice Requests
    Why are my pictures not sharp, what can I change to make birds seem more focused? Every image seems soft or not clear enough in my opinion. · I'm fascinated by Bruce Gilden's close-up portrait style and want to learn how he creates those images. I'd love to try it myself. What gear, flash setup, camera settings, and techniques should I learn? Any tips or resources for a beginner aiming for this style? · Starting a Photography Business as a New Photographer, What body and lens should i get?
    11
  • Money Talk
    2 posts in the past month
    1. Does anyone make money from selling prints?
    2. I won a photography session — should I tip??
    #3
    Money Talk
    Does anyone make money from selling prints? · I won a photography session — should I tip??
    2
  • Pain & Anger
    1 post in the past month
    1. eBay Buyer Trying To Exchange Old Lens with New Lens, How Can I Mitigate Loss?
    #4
    Pain & Anger
    eBay Buyer Trying To Exchange Old Lens with New Lens, How Can I Mitigate Loss?
    1

Topics

  • Camera
    41 posts in the past month
    #1
    Camera
    41
  • Photography
    17 posts in the past month
    #2
    Photography
    17
  • Lens
    15 posts in the past month
    #3
    Lens
    15
  • Photo
    8 posts in the past month
    #4
    Photo
    8
  • Editing
    8 posts in the past month
    #5
    Editing
    8

Flair

  • Discussion/General
    36 posts in the past month
    1. Has anyone switched from iPhone 14 Pro to iPhone 17? How’s the photography?
    2. Uncooperative bride, what should I do?
    3. Is it normal to expect free test retouching?
    #1
    Discussion/General
    Has anyone switched from iPhone 14 Pro to iPhone 17? How’s the photography? · Uncooperative bride, what should I do? · Is it normal to expect free test retouching?
    36
  • Editing/Post Processing
    30 posts in the past month
    1. How to develop a unique style?
    2. What is the iPhone auto-enhancer doing to my photos?
    3. Is there a point to editing on an sRGB calibrated monitor if nobody is viewing photos on one?
    #2
    Editing/Post Processing
    How to develop a unique style? · What is the iPhone auto-enhancer doing to my photos? · Is there a point to editing on an sRGB calibrated monitor if nobody is viewing photos on one?
    30
  • Camera Buying Advice
    20 posts in the past month
    1. Looking for the best camera for wildlife for a beginner?
    2. What is the best budget camera?
    3. Where do photographers in India buy and sell used Sony A7 III bodies"?"
    #3
    Camera Buying Advice
    Looking for the best camera for wildlife for a beginner? · What is the best budget camera? · Where do photographers in India buy and sell used Sony A7 III bodies"?"
    20
  • Technical Help/Camera Settings
    16 posts in the past month
    1. Why are my pictures not sharp, what can I change to make birds seem more focused? Every image seems soft or not clear enough in my opinion.
    2. Why are photos coming in only partly in focus?
    3. Best timing for my proposal photo shoot today? Please help I really want to make it special.
    #4
    Technical Help/Camera Settings
    Why are my pictures not sharp, what can I change to make birds seem more focused? Every image seems soft or not clear enough in my opinion. · Why are photos coming in only partly in focus? · Best timing for my proposal photo shoot today? Please help I really want to make it special.
    16
  • Gear/Accessories
    15 posts in the past month
    1. Magnetic ND Filter Landscape Kit in 2026 Nisi vs Kase vs Maven?
    2. Backpack for large Seafrogs Housing?
    3. How to get tripod shoe and wrist strap to play nice?
    #5
    Gear/Accessories
    Magnetic ND Filter Landscape Kit in 2026 Nisi vs Kase vs Maven? · Backpack for large Seafrogs Housing? · How to get tripod shoe and wrist strap to play nice?
    15

Product recommendations

  • camera
    18 posts in the past month
    1. Best beginner mirrorless camera?
    2. Best budget friendly street & travel photography cameras under $500?
    3. Best camera/lens for photographing polished stone slabs?
    #1
    camera
    Best beginner mirrorless camera? · Best budget friendly street & travel photography cameras under $500? · Best camera/lens for photographing polished stone slabs?
    18
  • lens
    8 posts in the past month
    1. What nikon d5100 lens best for wildlife photography?
    2. Can you recommend EF lens for traveling?
    3. Recommended lenses for a cosplay/gaming convention? (Canon EOS 2000D/Rebel T7)
    #2
    lens
    What nikon d5100 lens best for wildlife photography? · Can you recommend EF lens for traveling? · Recommended lenses for a cosplay/gaming convention? (Canon EOS 2000D/Rebel T7)
    8
  • point and shoot camera
    3 posts in the past month
    1. Beginner point and shoot recs?
    2. Any recs for digital point & shoots to recreate direct flash photos?
    3. Point & Shoot Camera Recs for Backyard Birder
    #3
    point and shoot camera
    Beginner point and shoot recs? · Any recs for digital point & shoots to recreate direct flash photos? · Point & Shoot Camera Recs for Backyard Birder
    3
  • tripod
    2 posts in the past month
    1. What's the best tripod?
    2. Tripod recs for a pan/tilt head
    #4
    tripod
    What's the best tripod? · Tripod recs for a pan/tilt head
    2
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Frequently asked questions

Who is r/AskPhotography for?
Best for Photographers enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
Is r/AskPhotography free to join?
This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
How many members does r/AskPhotography have?
Roughly 746K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
What platform is r/AskPhotography on?
r/AskPhotography runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
What topics does r/AskPhotography cover?
On the Hive Index, r/AskPhotography is organized under Photographers.
How do I join r/AskPhotography?
You can join r/AskPhotography by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
What are the Photography communities like?
Communities for photographers at all skill levels to share work, get critiques, and discuss gear and technique. Discord has dedicated communities for photo feedback and events, with Reddit and Facebook hosting large hobbyist communities for everything from street photography to wildlife and portraiture.
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