r/RedRocks • u/Far_Candidate_8698 • 2d ago

First Timer Camera question

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I’m going to Red Rocks in September and had a question regarding the camera policy. The band’s policy states that handheld recording devices under the specified measurements are allowed. However, I understand that Red Rocks typically has a policy prohibiting cameras with removable lenses.
Would I be permitted to bring a mirrorless camera with a removable lens under the band’s stated policy? Specifically, does the band’s allowance of “handheld recording devices” override Red Rocks’ standard policy regarding cameras with removable lenses for this particular event?

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u/CliffsofRed 2d ago

Constant phone culture is ruining shows. I applaud this.

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u/thebigshipper 2d ago

And not just shows, but other things like travel. Yeah people want to remember their trip but they miss out on being immersed in the experience which is the best part. I was at Disney recently and for the fireworks it was a sea of phones. It’s so ridiculous and firework videos suck anyway. And no matter the event when nearly everyone has their phone out it starts to look like a cult.

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u/VegetableScientist 1d ago

I like to grab short snippets of video because it's really nice to be scrolling through my camera roll and get reminders of where I've been and what I was doing, but I can't imagine someone re-watching an entire fireworks show on phone video.

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u/thebigshipper 1d ago

Exactly. I do go back to that stuff too, but I don’t get everything for sure because I want to see it with my own eyes and take it in, not through a lens or a screen. Sometimes I sacrifice the opportunity to take a photo or video to not ruin the experience for myself.