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 767K members. It uses a forum format for communication. It is the 6th largest community in the Photography topic page.
Roughly 96K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Camera, Photography, and Frustration. Common discussion themes are Advice Requests and Self-Promotion. 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: 82K members
Past year (monthly)
- 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: 7K members
- Sep: 7K members
- Oct: 7K members
- Nov: 2K members
Themes
- Advice Requests14 posts in the past month
- What at home printer do you recommend?
- Im not sure which camera + Lens to buy as a total beginner. Any recommendations?
- Recommendations for holster bags/sling bags for large frame cameras (Nikon F5)?
#114Advice RequestsWhat at home printer do you recommend? · Im not sure which camera + Lens to buy as a total beginner. Any recommendations? · Recommendations for holster bags/sling bags for large frame cameras (Nikon F5)? - Self-Promotion2 posts in the past month
- I need 10 content creators for my website, I'll be paying you 300rs for one month of content creation on my website. ready to join?
- Gear for street photography business?
#22Self-PromotionI need 10 content creators for my website, I'll be paying you 300rs for one month of content creation on my website. ready to join? · Gear for street photography business?
Topics
- Camera43 posts in the past month#143Camera
- Photography20 posts in the past month#220Photography
- Frustration19 posts in the past month#319Frustration
- Lens14 posts in the past month#414Lens
- Beginner6 posts in the past month#56Beginner
Flair
- Discussion/General16 posts in the past month
- Vibe Check: Same dude, same city, Leica vs Sony. Do the photos feel different?
- What is your go-to lens?
- Corrupt SD card—why can I see the preview but not the image?
#116Discussion/GeneralVibe Check: Same dude, same city, Leica vs Sony. Do the photos feel different? · What is your go-to lens? · Corrupt SD card—why can I see the preview but not the image? - Gear/Accessories15 posts in the past month
- How do you currently track your gear and warranties?
- What’s a solid film camera to practice on/start on? I have a Canon AE-1.
- What dry cabinet should I get?
#215Gear/AccessoriesHow do you currently track your gear and warranties? · What’s a solid film camera to practice on/start on? I have a Canon AE-1. · What dry cabinet should I get? - Technical Help/Camera Settings13 posts in the past month
- How are photos like this taken, where the subject is sharply-focused (even while appearing to be in motion) while the background has motion blur?
- First Airshow - Higher Quality Prime or Lower Quality Zoom?
- Just bought a used X-T5. Is this sensor just dirty, or should I be concerned?
#313Technical Help/Camera SettingsHow are photos like this taken, where the subject is sharply-focused (even while appearing to be in motion) while the background has motion blur? · First Airshow - Higher Quality Prime or Lower Quality Zoom? · Just bought a used X-T5. Is this sensor just dirty, or should I be concerned? - Camera Buying Advice13 posts in the past month
- Im not sure which camera + Lens to buy as a total beginner. Any recommendations?
- Good beginner camera for a kid?
- Should I go with Fujifilm or Sony?
#413Camera Buying AdviceIm not sure which camera + Lens to buy as a total beginner. Any recommendations? · Good beginner camera for a kid? · Should I go with Fujifilm or Sony? - Lens Buying Advice8 posts in the past month
- Wanna help me impulse buy a lense or three?
- Is the Sigma 35mm 1.4 ART for Sony (first gen) still a viable option?
- Lens replacement recommendation for Nikon D5200 (broken kit lens)?
#58Lens Buying AdviceWanna help me impulse buy a lense or three? · Is the Sigma 35mm 1.4 ART for Sony (first gen) still a viable option? · Lens replacement recommendation for Nikon D5200 (broken kit lens)?
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 767K 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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