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 740K members. It uses a forum format for communication. It is the 6th largest community in the Photography topic page.
Roughly 93K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Camera, Photography, and Lens. Common discussion themes are Advice Requests and Solution Requests. Product recommendations often mention camera, lens, and point and shoot camera.
Community Topics
Community Features
This community has a forum
Subreddit Analysis
via GummySearchMember 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: 54K members
Past year (monthly)
- Aug: 6K members
- 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: 3K members
Themes
- Advice Requests18 posts in the past month
- How can I edit my photos like this?
- Stuck on which camera to pick (repost). Any advice or help?
- Should I stick to my camera from 2013 or should i buy modern cameras?
#118Advice RequestsHow can I edit my photos like this? · Stuck on which camera to pick (repost). Any advice or help? · Should I stick to my camera from 2013 or should i buy modern cameras? - Solution Requests14 posts in the past month
- Can you help me with suggestions on lighting equipment?
- Question about what camera to buy my mother?
- Is there a way to fix my collection photo?
#214Solution RequestsCan you help me with suggestions on lighting equipment? · Question about what camera to buy my mother? · Is there a way to fix my collection photo? - Pain & Anger1 post in the past month
- KEH delivered the wrong lens. Has anyone experienced this?
#31Pain & AngerKEH delivered the wrong lens. Has anyone experienced this?
Topics
- Camera64 posts in the past month
- How do I use these off-camera?
- Any camera recommendations for newbie?
#164CameraHow do I use these off-camera? · Any camera recommendations for newbie? - Photography26 posts in the past month
- Looking for critique on my outdoor portrait photography. Which image works best and what would you improve?
#226PhotographyLooking for critique on my outdoor portrait photography. Which image works best and what would you improve? - Lens24 posts in the past month
- Is the Z50ii superior to the a6400 for a beginner wildlife photographer?
- I traded in my 23mm F1.4 and 35mm F2 for a 56mm F1.2 R. Did I make a mistake?
#324LensIs the Z50ii superior to the a6400 for a beginner wildlife photographer? · I traded in my 23mm F1.4 and 35mm F2 for a 56mm F1.2 R. Did I make a mistake? - Editing14 posts in the past month
- How can I edit my photos like this?
- How do you light this scene?
#414EditingHow can I edit my photos like this? · How do you light this scene? - Photo12 posts in the past month
- How and where do I take a photo like this?
#512PhotoHow and where do I take a photo like this?
Flair
- Discussion/General37 posts in the past month
- I found a box of disposable cameras from my wedding in 2003 that I thought we had lost. Can these still be developed or would the film "go bad" over 23 years?
- At what point do you stop saying yes to “just a few photos”?
- Bought the Godox V1mid, thinking it's going to disappoint. It did not. What recent cheap buy you made that made a lot of difference in your photos?
#137Discussion/GeneralI found a box of disposable cameras from my wedding in 2003 that I thought we had lost. Can these still be developed or would the film "go bad" over 23 years? · At what point do you stop saying yes to “just a few photos”? · Bought the Godox V1mid, thinking it's going to disappoint. It did not. What recent cheap buy you made that made a lot of difference in your photos? - Editing/Post Processing26 posts in the past month
- How can I edit my photos like this?
- How does this photographer edit colours/vibe so nicely?
- Thoughts on Adobe planning to acquire Topaz Labs?
#226Editing/Post ProcessingHow can I edit my photos like this? · How does this photographer edit colours/vibe so nicely? · Thoughts on Adobe planning to acquire Topaz Labs? - Technical Help/Camera Settings24 posts in the past month
- Star photography, Why does it look cheap?
- What caused this background texture?
- What can I do to improve sharpness?
#324Technical Help/Camera SettingsStar photography, Why does it look cheap? · What caused this background texture? · What can I do to improve sharpness? - Camera Buying Advice21 posts in the past month
- I took this photo with my Samsung S25 and am thinking about getting a Canon XT5 or a Lumix S5II. Do you think I’d get significantly better results, or would I have to spend even more to see a noticeable difference ?
- Stuck on which camera to pick (repost). Any advice or help?
- Is this a decent camera to start with as a beginner?
#421Camera Buying AdviceI took this photo with my Samsung S25 and am thinking about getting a Canon XT5 or a Lumix S5II. Do you think I’d get significantly better results, or would I have to spend even more to see a noticeable difference ? · Stuck on which camera to pick (repost). Any advice or help? · Is this a decent camera to start with as a beginner? - Lens Buying Advice17 posts in the past month
- Dental Photography: 100mm vs 65mm Macro Lens for Dental Photography (APS-C Nikon D7100) ?
- Anyone know what this adapted lens might be?
- Laowa 90mm or 180mm for Macro?
#517Lens Buying AdviceDental Photography: 100mm vs 65mm Macro Lens for Dental Photography (APS-C Nikon D7100) ? · Anyone know what this adapted lens might be? · Laowa 90mm or 180mm for Macro?
Product recommendations
- camera18 posts in the past month
- Best beginner mirrorless camera?
- Best budget friendly street & travel photography cameras under $500?
- Best camera/lens for photographing polished stone slabs?
#118cameraBest beginner mirrorless camera? · Best budget friendly street & travel photography cameras under $500? · Best camera/lens for photographing polished stone slabs? - lens8 posts in the past month
- 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)
#28lensWhat 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) - point and shoot camera3 posts in the past month
- Beginner point and shoot recs?
- Any recs for digital point & shoots to recreate direct flash photos?
- Point & Shoot Camera Recs for Backyard Birder
#33point and shoot cameraBeginner point and shoot recs? · Any recs for digital point & shoots to recreate direct flash photos? · Point & Shoot Camera Recs for Backyard Birder - tripod2 posts in the past month
- What's the best tripod?
- Tripod recs for a pan/tilt head
#42tripodWhat's the best tripod? · Tripod recs for a pan/tilt head
Community Reviews
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 740K 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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