Really, what kind of photographer are you? after somewhat years of photography, you motice that there’s many kinds of photographers. Note: this is merely a speculation if my observations are wrong, please don’t send a rocket launcher my way, ok?

The Optimus Prime

Yes, that would his name if he could get it registered with the government. His collection of lens consists mostly of prime lens and sometimes exotic ones (for example some lens made in a little town located in the west ukraine), he knows (sometimes not) what lens is the best for which situation. “this looks like a job for a 85mm!” that is what he/ she usually mutters while taking pictures. this will usually result in him missing alot of moments while he is busy changing lens or blowing away dust particles from his lens. and also a occasional drop of lens. he would love to have a 3rd hand surgically implanted if possible for quick lens changing action

Optimus Primest

He uses only one and only prime lens. only shoots objects that are ONLY suitable for the lens that the person is using, and is willing to forego the scene if it doesn’t suit his focal length. some people say they’re crazy, some people say that they got guts and some say, probably that guy can only afford one lens. this kind of pig headedness usually gains respect among fellow photographers if the pictures produced are stunning, or respect among fellow asylum mates if the photos aren’t what as desired.

The Boy Scout

“Be prepared” that’s the motto that has been upheld by these kind of photgraphers. they are sometimes humourously known as “pack mules” or if very hardcore “brokeback cowboys”. these guys are known to pack everything they own into a bag or pickup truck whenever they’re out for a shooting event. their “basic” gears consists of Camera (3 units), Lens (covering from wide angle to telephoto), 4 flashes, slider plates, tripod, monopod, softbox, reflector, diffuser, lens cleaning kit, drybox and sometimes if needed their mother in law. these photographers usually don’t last quite long in the field, unless he has sherpas or porters. and if he is unlucky, he will need to pay medical bills for treating his back. their pictures are usually technically right.

Anything Goes

These are a rare breed, they’re usually unfazed by the peer pressure created by the boy scout or optimus prime friends. They are usually aware of their limitation of their current gear and still can create wonderful pictures. they’re the kind of person that can make stunning photos even by using pinhole cameras. to them, they’re just tools to capture light.

You’re Kitting Me

what!? 20mm? 50mm? i have kitlens that goes from 18 to 55? why bother!? if possible, they would be delighted to have a lens that goes from 12mm to 300mm. saves alot of leg work for taking shots. usually think that optimus prime is nuts. they usually have little understanding of things like “Big Aperture” or “Fast Lens”. they’re also fond of using the built in flash and of course doing self portraits with one hand. (sometimes showing armpits)

Shutter Galore

These shooters have a very poor grasp of concept over quality over quantity. What they do is they set the camera in burst mode and shoot away, probably ending up with 20 over pictures of the same subject, and they later wonder why their camera isn’t good enough and they have to spend 3 hours in front of the computer just to edit pictures and weed out the useless ones. These guys will usually end up as boy scouts mentioned above.

The Invader

with deep dedication of photography, these guys will intrude almost all personal space the public has. from toilets to metal smiths they have seen it all, they pretend to chat with you then once showing signs of acceptance, be prepared to get your life documented. your spoons, your slippers your clock, or whatsoever will be well documented. and if you’re lucky, the photographer might develop and give you a copy of your pictures, but don’t hold your breath. and also be prepared not to do stupid stunts otherwise your picture will be spread wide over the internet

The Lamprey

These are the fellas which usually tag along the invaders, just like those fish that tag along with the sharks, they’re small and quite bluntly not much of a social person, has difficulty in even uttering simple words like “hello” to strike up a conversation. But once the invader has succesfully got past the introduction part to the subject, the lamprey will suck on and shoot along like nothings happened. they come and go quietly. favourite phrases include “eh, go talk to that unker lah!” and also “Let’s see how good are you socially”.

i think i have covered pretty much of it, have i missed anyone out?