Are cameras definitely allowed?

[Corkus]

Okay... well first off, I know each arena/stadium has there own rules about camera polices..

 

But normally music artists who perform there set their own rules for cameras.

 

I'm going to see Coldplay at the Palace of Auburn Hills in Auburn Hills, MI on August 1st. Their website says they don't have any restrictions on any kind/type of cameras.

 

But I still wanted to ask if anyone has brought a DSLR Camera to any of there U.S. arena shows recently and if they were aload in... ?

 

The people at the Palace told me they wont get that information until about a week before the show...

 

So is Coldplay letting people bring in their DSLR cameras? I want to bring my mom's, I want really good, nice and decent pictures.

 

Thank you.

Don't count on it. Artists setting their own rules for cameras usually means "yes, cameras are allowed" or "no, we don't allow any photography". That's it. Otherwise you are at the mercy of venue security. Almost every venue - especially arenas - will NOT allow you to bring your DSLR. Trust me, don't bring it.

[fakfak]

I'm wanting to borrow my brothers camera but he doesn't want it confiscating. Are cameras definitely allowed Coldplay gig's or do they say no? This might seem like a silly question but I have to be sure so I have a camera to take!

 

Thanks guys :D

 

Coldplay have always allowed "non professional" cameras at their gigs. (In practice, this generally means no cameras with a detachable lens.) However, some venues do have venue policies about cameras which may not allow any (this is rare, but I do know of a couple such venues.)

[fakfak]

Don't count on it. Artists setting their own rules for cameras usually means "yes, cameras are allowed" or "no, we don't allow any photography". That's it. Otherwise you are at the mercy of venue security. Almost every venue - especially arenas - will NOT allow you to bring your DSLR. Trust me, don't bring it.

 

Yeah, it's usually an on/off switch type of proposition. Local venue security generally won't take the time to learn/enforce a complicated policy that requires staff to make detailed judgements about what type of camera is what. I've known of a lot of gigs where point and shoots were allowed (as they typically are at coldplay shows) and yet even those were confiscated because to some bored security guy "a camera is a camera":rolleyes:

[Corkus]

Only time I've ever had a point-and-shoot turned away was actually a Coldplay gig back in 2008. But I've seen bands at that same venue since and have had no problem, so I think the "rules" of consumer vs. professional cameras has been more solidified in the years since.

[86Timewarp]

Someone should ask the Oracle for official conformation :confused: I think some venues might now allow it because maybe the give newspaper photographers special deals/rights :uhoh:

[Tash]

Someone should ask the Oracle for official conformation :confused: I think some venues might now allow it because maybe the give newspaper photographers special deals/rights :uhoh:

 

She already answered a couple of questions about cameras : )

 

April 23, 2012 - submitted by Adelaide, United States of America

 

Q. Respectable Oracle,

 

How is it that we, as Coldplayers, are asked to upload pictures and videos to update the Live Archive when cameras are not allowed? Or is it assumed that we all own smart-ish cellular devices? I am not trying to be facetious, just wondering how others have gotten by sneaking these shots because I am seriously contemplating smuggling a memory catcher *cough* into the Coldplay concert I am soon attending.

 

Love always,

Adelaide

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

Who says you're not allowed to take a camera? Apart from camera phones which I know many people do have these days, you are allowed to take cameras - as long as they're not full professional kit. Leave the telephoto lens at home but snap away and then share your pics via Live Transmission.

 

May 2, 2012 - submitted by Saurabh, United States of America

 

Q. The Hollywood Bowl site says that there are no cameras allowed so how are we expected to add to the live feed?

 

 

The Oracle replies:

 

I have addressed this already but I shall do so again because... it does not say there are no cameras allowed on their site.

What it actually says is:

"Flash photography, professional camera or recording equipment (including cameras with detachable lenses, any form of camera stand or audio/video recording devices), laser pointers or other electronic devices are prohibited."

 

You don't need flash anyway as it ruins the shot. If you're taking a non-professional camera or a phone that takes pics - you'll be fine.

[86Timewarp]

She already answered a couple of questions about cameras : )

 

There she is! The woman with the answers :nice:

[fakfak]

Only time I've ever had a point-and-shoot turned away was actually a Coldplay gig back in 2008. But I've seen bands at that same venue since and have had no problem, so I think the "rules" of consumer vs. professional cameras has been more solidified in the years since.

 

A lot depends on how heavy handed a particular security guard wants to be as well. When I used to work concerts, a lot of times extra local security was hired on for bigger shows with little in the way of training, so they'd often do dumb things.:\

[green/eyes]

This may not help too much, but at the Verizon Center (DC) they had neon orange signs on all of the doors that cameras with detachable lenses would not be allowed. However, I didn't see any of these signs at the Philly shows.

 

I have a larger point & shoot and had no problem at either venue.

[green/eyes]

I'd recommend a good point-and-shoot seeing as how most DSLR's have sort of a common form-factor that's easy to recognize. Something above 8MP seeing as that's iPhone 4s and Samsung Galaxy III quality. It's not bad, but you can't zoom in so you have to be careful. The phones dont "zoom," rather they just enlarge the picture making it look pixalated and noisy.

 

Speaking of which, anyone know a good DSLR, preferably Canon, that's a good price and good quality? :huh: My dad had an old Canon Rebel...but it uses film :lol: The lenses I'd imagine would work on a newer DSLR if I'm correct o_o

 

I just purchased the Canon T3i after a lot of research. It has a lot of great functions and the menu is more user friendly than the Nikon. More lenses are compatible as well. I believe you can use the older lenses, but with technological advances and new features the older lenses don't work as well and negate some of those. There's a really great comparison video on Youtube by Camera Labs (I think that's the name) that helped me decide. The biggest difference between the T2i and T3i is the articulated screen. The T3i has one that can be rotated.

[86Timewarp]

I just purchased the Canon T3i after a lot of research. It has a lot of great functions and the menu is more user friendly than the Nikon. More lenses are compatible as well. I believe you can use the older lenses, but with technological advances and new features the older lenses don't work as well and negate some of those. There's a really great comparison video on Youtube by Camera Labs (I think that's the name) that helped me decide. The biggest difference between the T2i and T3i is the articulated screen. The T3i has one that can be rotated.

 

I just got mine today! :D I'm wearing it around my neck as I'm typing! The older lens I have does fit, not sure if it works cause the battery is charging, but I'll let you know! And thanks :nice:

[86Timewarp]

It works!

[green/eyes]

It works!

 

That's awesome! I'm glad you like it! :) Let me know how the pictures turn out for you with the old lenses. We have some at my house too that I haven't tried yet!

[ColdplayNorth]

I just got mine today! :D I'm wearing it around my neck as I'm typing! The older lens I have does fit, not sure if it works cause the battery is charging, but I'll let you know! And thanks :nice:

 

Any ideas for sneaking it in? I have a T1i and really want to take that in.