What's going on in this forum!

[Uncle Kevriano]

This is one reason I made this post, and is exactly what I'm getting at. If no one comments, likes or gives any feedback, then what's the point. There's a definite jealousy vibe with some people, no question, and there are others who try to be disruptive and actually quite disrespectful, but thankfully they don't post much.
I get that if you've not been out you have nothing to post maybe, but I had months of not going out and still stayed active.
I know not everyone has the time I sometimes do, but it only takes a couple of minutes to like something.

Also, I noticed there isn't as much interaction or feedback here as there used to be. So to be honest, even when I take pictures sometimes I feel like the there is not much point on posting them if they won't generate much interest.

 

[etiennescamera]

Perhaps one should look at people's expectations when joining a forum like this. Why did you join?

• To learn more about photography?
• To pick up some useful tips and tricks?
• To stay informed about Sony and related developments?
• To interact with like minded people?
• To showcase your own photos?
• Other?

Are your expectations being met and if not, what are you doing to change the situation?

Unfortunately it also seems to me that a few members who used to be very active, have left the forum, some because they no longer use Sony gear, but some also because there seemed to be personal clashes with other members and I am not too sure what happened behind the scenes in those cases.

As far as the competitions go, I will keep entering even if there is no financial incentive, simply because it is something I enjoy doing.

 

[Unframed Dave]

A couple of points kev, I don't follow posts that are aeons old, like your photo of the week, or post your bifs here. They just don't appeal to me, I like stuff that's happening now and as you know, my memory doesn't withstand for very long, so keeping up with long threads is an issue to me.

Then there are certain subjects, where I may appreciate the photography but have strong negative feelings about the subject, i.e. the recent graffiti thread. I can't really like it or comment positively as I dislike graffiti with a passion, no offence intended to the OP. I will comment where I can offer something.

Just as a comparison, the shooting site I help moderate has in the region of 40K members, I reckon less than 200 contribute regularly and the number of posts is dropping annually. Forums have probably had their day.

 

[Uncle Kevriano]

A couple of points kev, I don't follow posts that are aeons old, like your photo of the week, or post your bifs here. They just don't appeal to me, I like stuff that's happening now and as you know, my memory doesn't withstand for very long, so keeping up with long threads is an issue to me.

Then there are certain subjects, where I may appreciate the photography but have strong negative feelings about the subject, i.e. the recent graffiti thread. I can't really like it or comment positively as I dislike graffiti with a passion, no offence intended to the OP. I will comment where I can offer something.

Just as a comparison, the shooting site I help moderate has in the region of 40K members, I reckon less than 200 contribute regularly and the number of posts is dropping annually. Forums have probably had their day.

Re Photo of the Week. No one seems to get involved generally, but when I posted and said I seemed to be the only one, loads of others decided to. Weird that. It's something Tim started and I posted every week in the first year, but we had more active members then, and I was more active in life too.
I certainly don't comment on everything, but I do on a lot, but sometimes, if I don't like the image or it's a bad photo for other reasons, I won't say anything or put a like on.
Forums probably have had their day, sadly, but it's still way better than the Facebook pages that are full of spammers, idiots and generally not nice people, which we don't get, or if we do are easily dealt with. This format is still the best place to get experienced advice.

 

[alexpler]

A couple of points kev, I don't follow posts that are aeons old, like your photo of the week, or post your bifs here. They just don't appeal to me, I like stuff that's happening now and as you know, my memory doesn't withstand for very long, so keeping up with long threads is an issue to me.

Then there are certain subjects, where I may appreciate the photography but have strong negative feelings about the subject, i.e. the recent graffiti thread. I can't really like it or comment positively as I dislike graffiti with a passion, no offence intended to the OP. I will comment where I can offer something.

Just as a comparison, the shooting site I help moderate has in the region of 40K members, I reckon less than 200 contribute regularly and the number of posts is dropping annually. Forums have probably had their day.

I feel the opposite. For me it's easier to keep up with themed threads than having to check many separate threads for just a picture. Easier and more convenient imo.

 

[Thad E Ginathom]

The New Posts Listing makes it easy to jump in at the latest post not seen yet, however long/old the thread is. That, or equivalent, is how I approach other forums too.