[ben7799]

Lots of bad photographers can’t seem to figure out photography is art. All the rules get in the way of them understanding that. I do wonder if photography attracts people who were never interested in other art forms. Certainly the best photographers have an artists mindset.

[sharkjacobs]

The dilettante who cares more about the equipment than the work is a well worn cliche, but on the other hand lots of "real" painters love the smell of paint.

Lots of photographers, good and bad, like how finicky and mechanical cameras are.

[ben7799]

It's not really that different from a musical instrument. The camera might be finicky but you need to get to the point you're not focusing on the camera and it just becomes a tool that is there. The way digital photography has turned into a measuring contest where everyone is always getting the newest gear doesn't help with that.