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Hey everyone!
My partner and I are getting married soon, and we’ve decided to take a DIY approach to our wedding photography. We're both passionate about capturing memories but working on a tight budget, so we’re using the gear we already have and leaning on a few trusted guests for help.
We’re assigning 1–2 trusted friends to handle the DSLR throughout the day. We’ve also asked guests to freely snap moments on their smartphones, and we’ll collect everything post-wedding (Google Drive, QR code, etc.).
We’re keeping it simple, heartfelt, and real. Any suggestions from pros or fellow DIYers would mean the world. Thanks in advance for any creative tips, gear advice, or setup ideas!
Cheers!
(And happy to share results afterward if you’re curious!)
My partner and I are getting married soon, and we’ve decided to take a DIY approach to our wedding photography. We're both passionate about capturing memories but working on a tight budget, so we’re using the gear we already have and leaning on a few trusted guests for help.
Our Gear:
- Nikon D3200 DSLR
- Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G – love the bokeh and low-light capability
- Tamron 70–300mm f/4–5.6 – decent reach for ceremonies and candids
- AF-S Nikkor 18–55mm kit lens – all-rounder for group shots & wide frames
Our Plan:
We’re assigning 1–2 trusted friends to handle the DSLR throughout the day. We’ve also asked guests to freely snap moments on their smartphones, and we’ll collect everything post-wedding (Google Drive, QR code, etc.).
What We’re Looking For:
- Best ways to use these three lenses together through the day
- Shooting setups/tips to help us get great results (especially ceremony & portraits)
- Must-have shots from people who’ve done solo or team DIYs
- Tips for managing guest content (encouraging vertical/horizontal shooting, lighting, etc.)
We’re keeping it simple, heartfelt, and real. Any suggestions from pros or fellow DIYers would mean the world. Thanks in advance for any creative tips, gear advice, or setup ideas!
Cheers!
(And happy to share results afterward if you’re curious!)