AZ JazzyJ
04-12-2006, 12:47 PM
After Kelly requested a couple of threads be stuck for camcorders and for fireworks, I began thinking perhaps I need to manage some of the thread subjects a little better to help users find the information they need.
As a photography board we get a lot of questions from users as they begin looking for new cameras or have questions about specific models or accessories. There seems to be numerous threads created asking about certain brands or models. I would like to propose starting a new thread for each manufacturer (Canon, Kodak, Nikon, Olympus, Sony, or any other that are of interest). These threads could be used by members to discuss new models of that particular manufacturer and also be a place where members looking to buy a new camera may be able to find information about a specific brand. I will add a thread and stick it to the top of the board with links to each of the manufacturers threads so that users can quickly jump back and forth to various brand discussions. These threads should not be used to exclude other brands but rather to provide a central location for information about a manufacturer's product. They shouldn't include brand bashing but instead be a place where features, functions, issues, etc. can be openly discussed. I think comparisons between brands are best left outside of these threads so that it's not confusing to members looking for details on a manufacturer's gear.
I am hoping that creating these will allow a flow of information among the users without having to search through pages of posts or creating new threads asking the same questions again and again. I would love to hear feedback on this idea. You may post it hear or if you feel more comfortable you can send me a private message or an email.
Jeff
As a photography board we get a lot of questions from users as they begin looking for new cameras or have questions about specific models or accessories. There seems to be numerous threads created asking about certain brands or models. I would like to propose starting a new thread for each manufacturer (Canon, Kodak, Nikon, Olympus, Sony, or any other that are of interest). These threads could be used by members to discuss new models of that particular manufacturer and also be a place where members looking to buy a new camera may be able to find information about a specific brand. I will add a thread and stick it to the top of the board with links to each of the manufacturers threads so that users can quickly jump back and forth to various brand discussions. These threads should not be used to exclude other brands but rather to provide a central location for information about a manufacturer's product. They shouldn't include brand bashing but instead be a place where features, functions, issues, etc. can be openly discussed. I think comparisons between brands are best left outside of these threads so that it's not confusing to members looking for details on a manufacturer's gear.
I am hoping that creating these will allow a flow of information among the users without having to search through pages of posts or creating new threads asking the same questions again and again. I would love to hear feedback on this idea. You may post it hear or if you feel more comfortable you can send me a private message or an email.
Jeff