I never thought I'd use an action camera for street photography — then SmallRig changed my mind
Let me be upfront: I'm not a typical action camera user, despite reviewing them for a living. I've always been more interested in photography, and general walkaround photography at that.
I own a DJI Osmo Action 6, and I think it's a hugely capable little video camera for vlogging and sports capture, but the idea of using it for street photography had never crossed my mind. Action cams work best strapped to helmets or surfboards, not clutched in the hand while wandering around a city in search of interesting faces, scenes and light. The form factor alone makes the whole experience feel wrong: too small to hold comfortably; buttons that require a firm press (which can nudge the camera just as the shutter fires); it's a photography experience that feels about as intuitive as taking snapshots with a bar of soap.
The cage (which costs $59.49 / £63.90 /...
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