Selfie sticks no longer allowed at Walt Disney World

[jtowntoflorida]

These things are the worst invention of all time. The person who invented them should be placed in a burlap sack and beaten with reeds selfie sticks.

There. Fixed it for you.

 

[cakebaker]

Sure, there are idiots who might walk around with them not paying attention (though I have yet to witness this personally), but banning them entirely from the parks in my opinion is lame and unfair to those who properly use the device.

Indeed it is unfair- but a great many rules and restrictions Disney has are a result of people not being able to police themselves and use good judgement.

 

[mswhittaker]

I remember a long-ago time--way back in like 2013 --when the answer to group photos was asking someone if they could take it for you. I've even been known to volunteer to be the photographer in a few of these, especially at WDW.

I'm generally hesitant to a) choose a stranger to use my camera/iphone because hey, I don't know them, and there's a chance they could run off with my camera, and b) bother a stranger every single time I want to take a group shot.

I'm generally the photographer on our trip which means unless I make a point to take a selfie or ask someone to take a photo, I don't get in the picture too often, which is a bit sad. When you look at your family's photo albums, do you want to see photo after photo of only your kids, or only your kids and your husband? No, you'd like to be in them too. Having to hunt down someone to take a photo wherever you want one isn't really appropriate. It's their vacation too, not just mine. I see nothing wrong with the proper use of a selfie stick for a group shot.

 

[Rhombus]

A few selfie stick photos from various parks.

 

[BrianL]

Those people on Luigi's Flying Tires look like they are jousting with the things!

 

[JimmyV]

I'm generally hesitant to a) choose a stranger to use my camera/iphone because hey, I don't know them, and there's a chance they could run off with my camera, and b) bother a stranger every single time I want to take a group shot.

I'm generally the photographer on our trip which means unless I make a point to take a selfie or ask someone to take a photo, I don't get in the picture too often, which is a bit sad. When you look at your family's photo albums, do you want to see photo after photo of only your kids, or only your kids and your husband? No, you'd like to be in them too. Having to hunt down someone to take a photo wherever you want one isn't really appropriate. It's their vacation too, not just mine. I see nothing wrong with the proper use of a selfie stick for a group shot.

It's not as if Disney took away a technology that has existed forever. People have survived quite well for 44 years without the need to strap their phone to the end of a gaff. You will too.

 

[DisneyCAL]

Wooohooo. Now people will actually live in reality! And no more getting smacked in the head.

 

[Chimaera]

I see nothing wrong with the proper use of a selfie stick for a group shot.

No-one sees that as a problem - it's the idiots who use them on rides (despite signs telling them not to) that are the reason for the ban. If everyone had self-restraint, there would be no ban.

 

[ErinsMommy]

I'm generally hesitant to a) choose a stranger to use my camera/iphone because hey, I don't know them, and there's a chance they could run off with my camera, and b) bother a stranger every single time I want to take a group shot.

I'm generally the photographer on our trip which means unless I make a point to take a selfie or ask someone to take a photo, I don't get in the picture too often, which is a bit sad. When you look at your family's photo albums, do you want to see photo after photo of only your kids, or only your kids and your husband? No, you'd like to be in them too. Having to hunt down someone to take a photo wherever you want one isn't really appropriate. It's their vacation too, not just mine. I see nothing wrong with the proper use of a selfie stick for a group shot.

I felt the same as Im usually the photographer doing the picture taking - then I discovered Memory Maker. While the photographers can't be there every second to get every great photo op, we came home with great photos.

 

[ArwenMarie]

I felt the same as Im usually the photographer doing the picture taking - then I discovered Memory Maker. While the photographers can't be there every second to get every great photo op, we came home with great photos.

MemoryMaker/Photopass is great. I don't buy the whole package anymore, but I will usually order one or two family pictures when we get home.

 

[kbelle8995]

All those photos scare me. Why do you need to take a selfie of you screaming on a thrill ride?

As for taking a photo ask a CM. They used to be trained to ask people if they want to take a photo and help them. Does that not happen anymore?

I was fine with people having them as long as they were considerate. But now Disney has banned them let's hope guests abide to the ban.

 

[FlightlessDuck]

 

[CaptainCook]

These things are the worst invention of all time. The person who invented them should be placed in a burlap sack and beaten with reeds selfie sticks.



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This sums up how I feel perfectly: the damage caused by selfie sticks is nothing compared to the hysteria caused by the haters.

 

[mickeyluv'r]

The graphic is a bit graphic, but that was almost my first thought when I first saw them.

Mind, almost the first time I saw one was some idiot was blocking my view of Wishes.

But then, I know what it is to hand a classroom of middle school students a sheet of rolled up poster paper. It's a matter of seconds...

I support camera-free day at MK! Just everyone living in the moment.

Truly, I think eventually personal cameras will become obsolete. WDW will just keep us under surveillance the entire time we're on property, and include the footage for a fee.

 

[Angel Ariel]

I'm generally hesitant to a) choose a stranger to use my camera/iphone because hey, I don't know them, and there's a chance they could run off with my camera, and b) bother a stranger every single time I want to take a group shot.

I'm generally the photographer on our trip which means unless I make a point to take a selfie or ask someone to take a photo, I don't get in the picture too often, which is a bit sad. When you look at your family's photo albums, do you want to see photo after photo of only your kids, or only your kids and your husband? No, you'd like to be in them too. Having to hunt down someone to take a photo wherever you want one isn't really appropriate. It's their vacation too, not just mine. I see nothing wrong with the proper use of a selfie stick for a group shot.

That's why Disney has photopass photographers. Photopass photographers are at most, if not all, of the major picture taking spots and they will take pictures with your camera as well (so no need to buy the photopass pictures if you don't want to).

 

[AquaDame]

The more pics I take, the less I go back and actually look at them. Viva la camera free vacation!

 

[danny1649]

Fellow Disers please take take a deep breath and relax before you post.Nothing wrong with topic,as moderators we do not defend or praise Disney policy.You as board members can,please no name calling or be argumentative with each other.I know this is a hot button issue with many members.Still I ask you make your point in a polite fashion,please.. Thanks Danny

 

[11290]

To those who asked earlier about tripods. Tripods that can be folded and put into a SMALL bag will be allowed. As to what is a "small bag" is at the discretion of a Main Entrance coordinator/manager, Security CM or a Guest Relations CM/manager. I would think from the looks of the training illustration, 24 to 28 inches long. Tripods that are at a "professional quality level", such that when fully extended are carried on shoulder, will not be permitted.

Just my $.02 - Don't flame the messenger.

 

[mom2rtk]

My father in law came to my DD4 pre-school graduation and filmed it with his ipad. I made sure he was at the back and not blocking anyone else's view. I also made fun of him for a long time after it.

I haven't been to Disney since 1998 before cell phones and digital cameras. It will be interesting to see how it is when we go in August. We actually have a GoPro and I planned on using my hand grip in the park but I keep it close to my body. Actually holding the GoPro to your chin gives you a more steady shot with it and it won't look shakey. When I first got the accessories for the GoPro I opened them all up and was surprised at how small the selfie stick was. Until my DD8 showed me how it opened up. I asked her how she knew that and she shrugged her shoulders.

I have no issue with ipads in general..... only those held over one's head with others standing (or sitting) behind you. So I would have had no issue with your FIL at graduation. But I have seen plenty do the same without the courtesy of moving to the back.

Yes I did, plus the usher watched her recording but said something to my husband when he tried to take a picture with our camera. Other people were recording with their cell phones but nothing was said to them either.

That really stinks. Sounds like they had a policy of not allowing certain devices. I think it had to do with protecting against high quality photos leaving the venue than it was about assuring optimal guest experience.

 

[mom2rtk]

My iphone 6 plus actually takes decent pictures and I often am able to get good pictures, though on rides I almost never do. If I want a picture or video of a ride I'll just go on youtube.

Most cameras (Even those on cell phones) take nice photos in daylight. It's settings like Disney's dark rides (low light plus motion) that present the most challenge.