I hate our new camera...how to tell dh, I want to take the stupid thing back. I am really upset *small vent*
I didn't really pick it out and I haven't told dh but I hate the stupid thing. I hate how it takes at least 6-8 seconds(my guess, I just counted) to take a picture. Our little cheapie was better than that. I guess I just need to get better but it's frustrating...I used to take pics of ds all the time but this time I don't feel much like it...The only time I can take pics is when he is eating or sleeping...
I don't like the quality that well either but that doesn't annoy me so much. I didn't even go with him to pick it out and yes we do have a good communication but he sucked with this...
I am the one who takes 99.9% of the pics of our son and I will be the one to take pics of this baby. Now, how do I go about asking can we please take the stupid thing back?
Quoting jess227ny:
That's fine it was a gift to you. Can you get the receipt? Return it for store credit so you can use the refund as opposed to having to sign for his card and buy a new one;)
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting Reia631:
Can you not take it back and exchange it your self? ... Im guessing he might of thought he was doing somthing sweet buy choosing it for you.
We discussed going in together. I assumed this was gonna be the case. I am thankful but it sucks. I think he bought it on credit with his card.
I could probably get that. I will see how he feels about exchanging it...
Sad that our little cheapie was better for me though lol.
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting jess227ny:
No. DH gets weird about things like this like in some way I'm telling him he's not capable or making the right choice or whatever. What I find works for my DH is to make it more factual. Briefly explain pros and cons and that they really will mostly affect you because your the family photographer. Then do a comparison to the one you think will fit your needs. Definitely do your hw about the one you do want before you talk to him. Hope you get the one you want. We have a canon and it's pretty good.
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting jess227ny:
I understand. Does he just get stubborn about these kinds of things if. You were to tell him how you feel about wanting to return it?
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting jess227ny:
Yikes I would show him clear examples of why you think this wasn't such a great option and show him some others you have found that have better options and /or don't have the same issues. Why won't he want to take it back?
I haven't spoke much to him. I did make a comment about how I didn't get to pick it out but all he said was how great it was and yada yada...but he doesn't take the pictures, I do. I am no expert it sucks that it takes forever to take a pic...and with a toddler who is active, it's a pain in the ass.
He may not return it and I may have to deal. IT SUCKS for me because it's me that takes the pics. I am the main picture taker of our kid. I would say 99.9 of them are ones I have taken and I love to share and show off to friends. This camera being so slow, it's more about damn hope I get a picture before it snaps rather than finding the perfect moment...if that makes sense.
He is stubborn but I may want to remind him that what if it was something he used...how would he feel if it didn't work out for him? Would that be snotty?
This sounds like the way I would need to talk to dh actually. It is brief and to the point. I do agree to do my hw first so I also prove I know what I need.
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting laceycolston:
then flat out tell him that you don't like the new camera
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting laceycolston:
use the old one until he gets the point
It is BUSTED:(
I don't think about it too often to tell him because I don't use it much. I think I have used it maybe 3 times and less than 5 min. each time lol.
Now that it is fresh on my mind, I am going to tell him nicely about it and see.
Quoting Cherish77:
Do you have a Kodak easyshare? Sounds like my camera. sometimes you have to press the button all the way or it won't take the picture, and than one time the exposure was all off so all my pictures were super bright.
Like this one for example.
See how washed out it looks? I don't even know how the exposure changed in the first place. I was annoyed to say the least.
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting Cherish77:
sorry, I wish I could have a better camera to, there are some things that bug the crap out of me about mine, but, I have had my camera for 3 years.
How long have you had it? Have you asked him already? If not, tell him, that while you appreciate it, you feel that it just isn't working for you.
I would say it's been about a month. I have hardly touched it. That says something. I just get annoyed when I use it.
I told him once that I was disapointed about not picking it out but I haven't told him how much it sucks...I AM HOPING he will hear me out and take it back...if not oh well.
Yeah, gonna say I appreciate it but and show why. Like a pp said 6 seconds is eternity when taking pics of a kid.
I have a Sanyo...
YES, I have to press that button all the way down. The pictures are kinda...grainy? I don't know how to describe them but not the pretty glow(not to be confused with bright light lol).
I am sorry about your camera. A mom on here suggested a good one from ammazon for good price.
Quoting jess227ny:
Exactly. Not to stereotype but I think a lot of men just like the facts especially in situations like this it takes their personal feelings out of the situation more if that makes sense.
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting jess227ny:
No. DH gets weird about things like this like in some way I'm telling him he's not capable or making the right choice or whatever. What I find works for my DH is to make it more factual. Briefly explain pros and cons and that they really will mostly affect you because your the family photographer. Then do a comparison to the one you think will fit your needs. Definitely do your hw about the one you do want before you talk to him. Hope you get the one you want. We have a canon and it's pretty good.
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting jess227ny:
I understand. Does he just get stubborn about these kinds of things if. You were to tell him how you feel about wanting to return it?
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting jess227ny:
Yikes I would show him clear examples of why you think this wasn't such a great option and show him some others you have found that have better options and /or don't have the same issues. Why won't he want to take it back?
I haven't spoke much to him. I did make a comment about how I didn't get to pick it out but all he said was how great it was and yada yada...but he doesn't take the pictures, I do. I am no expert it sucks that it takes forever to take a pic...and with a toddler who is active, it's a pain in the ass.
He may not return it and I may have to deal. IT SUCKS for me because it's me that takes the pics. I am the main picture taker of our kid. I would say 99.9 of them are ones I have taken and I love to share and show off to friends. This camera being so slow, it's more about damn hope I get a picture before it snaps rather than finding the perfect moment...if that makes sense.
He is stubborn but I may want to remind him that what if it was something he used...how would he feel if it didn't work out for him? Would that be snotty?
This sounds like the way I would need to talk to dh actually. It is brief and to the point. I do agree to do my hw first so I also prove I know what I need.
Yes, it does. One thing with dh, I need to speak in order..not all over the place and have it laid out.
There are true stereotypes...it's a part of life:)
Lol, Thanks, I'll live. Dh has gotten me a lot in the past few weeks I can't complain too much. As many sucky pictures as I get, some aren't to bad. I just would really love one with a better zoom, and some more fun stuff on it.
Quoting champagne_rose:
Quoting Cherish77:
I'll probably have to wait till mine breaks or falls apart. :(
I wish I could get you a camera..this makes me feel sad:(
Am I wrong for not giving a F**** that hes dying?
- champagne_rose
on Feb. 25, 2012 at 2:50 AM