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How To Choose Your Senior Photographer Part 3: The Gear Matters

Sunday, July 30, 2023 | By: Meredith Kavanaugh

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So you're looking for a senior photographer in the Newnan, Peachtree City, and Fayetteville, GA area and wondering how to make that big decision. What things matter when choosing who is going to commemorate this important time in your life...what photographer's photos are going to be the ones hanging on your walls and shown to your grandchildren one day? If you've been following along in this series you've already learned about how your style matters and how the experience matters. Let's talk about another really important thing to think about: The Gear. 

 

The Gear Matters

The gear your photographer uses 100% matters. It really is a big deal. Now…I’ll be one of the first to tell you that gear isn’t everything and the photographer is what makes the difference. I’m not going to sit here and argue with you that you can’t take a great photo with an entry level camera, because we all know you can. Cameras have come a LONG way in the past few years, and you can take an amazing photo with even just your cell phone. In fact, I’ve seen entire weddings professionally shot with an iphone believe it or not! Photographers can take amazing photos with pretty much any camera they have…the popular saying goes “the best camera is the one in your hand,” and its true! HOWEVER, when it comes to documenting important events, hiring an actual professional who uses professional level gear can make a big difference…let’s talk about why!

 

No Re-Shoot Necessary!

Check out these little gems I had staring back at me on my computer screen upon import from this senior session in Peachtree City and Senoia...that’s a big red flag that it’s time to toss that SD card and hit up amazon for a new one. MEMORY CARDS FAIL all the time. Whether brand new or super old, there’s always a risk. When it comes to documenting important moments, this is where professional photographers, with pro-level gear need to be involved. 

 

If I was using my mid-level canon with one card slot, the images from this session would be forever lost, resulting in this poor senior having to figure out how to fit ANOTHER session into her busy schedule and do everything all over again. With some of your schedules, that's simply not possible, and why risk it?? Just think if it was a WEDDING! I see posts all the time about this and it breaks my heart because it is completely unnecessary. Luckily for this senior (and me!) I’ve got her covered. I use a professional level camera that records to two memory cards, so all I had to do was pop out that other memory card!

 

No Stress!

Here at MKP we do our best to remove the burden of stress from our clients by taking care of all the little details. One of the ways we do that is by using gear that solves a problem before it even arises. Other ways are through providing professional hair and makeup services so clients feel confident in how they look, they feel amazing, and that confidence definitely shows in their final images. We do all the prep-work with our clients, going over details of the best ways to choose and prep wardrobe, accessories, and all to fit perfectly with the locations and to create an aesthetic that will make their wall-art fit seamlessly in their homes.

If you are in the Newnan, Peachtree City, or surrounding area, or even if you're from out of town but love what you see here, reach out today and let’s get you on the books for a free consult. I’d love to meet you and see if MKP is the right fit for you and your senior year!

Let's Book My Consult!

 

If you enjoyed this post, check out the rest in the How To Choose Your Senior Photographer series!

Your Style Matters

The Experience Matters

The Light Matters

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