• roofuskit@lemmy.world
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    4 days ago

    Because this is one device that fits easily in a pocket or purse. Most people want to have a nice camera on hand without having to lug around another big device.

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      4 days ago

      I mean I guess… It still looks pretty large, and if I’m going to spend that much for a nice camera, I don’t know if I’d just be throwing it in a pocket or purse with the massive lens unprotected

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        Compared to a real camera plus a cell phone? Not even close. And the lenses are behind scratch resistant glass.