I got my first digital camera when I was justa freshmen in high school. The thing was about as good as a low quality cellphone camera but I was elated to have one because I love capturing moments in time so much. I use my camera for many different things such as special ocassions like birthdays and get togethers. I also use it to take photos when I’m in a artsy sort of mood and I get a great idea… I use it just about anytime I want, unless I’ve gone somewhere that I think my camera could get dammaged, or other times when I don’t feel like lugging it around.
I don’t know if you would consider my camera to be “top of the line” but I currently own a Canon Rebel XTi and I looove it! I admit after having it since March I haven’t figured out a whole lot about photography or purchased any cool accessories, however I love it none the less, so a top of the line camera is not in my interest at the moment.
I don’t feel that I use a camera any more uniquely than I do the next task, particularly because I don’t feel like I’m a photographer at heart, it’s just something I enjoy doing. I love to capture a moment in time and keep it forever. Here’s one of my favorite photos that I’ve taken: