I don't like to use the flash. The only time I will use a flash is in darker situation when the subject may move or just doesn't have sufficient light. Also portraits seem better with a flash, avoiding shadows.
No, I have seen some truely mind blowing shots taken with a relatively cheap point and shoot and seen some truely horrendous shots taken with a state of the art high end DSLR its whats behind the camera that counts
It depends on what and where you are taking pictures. Dark areas are difficult to get desirable pictures without flash. Even if you are outside in bright daylight and subject is in a shadowed setting (fill flash) may be needed to get a decent photo
@asrai I totally agree with you. the person taking the picture is what is most important I think. All the fancy or not so fancy equipment in the world isn't going to get you a "good picture" unless the person taking it knows what they think would make a good picture and can capture it!!
My favourite photography quote is, "the best camera is the one you have with you" -- I've seen a lot of brilliant iPhone shots, brilliant point and shoot shots, the camera isn't the most important thing. Things like light and composition are what will make your photos brilliant, and any camera can do them!
Flashes help, but it all depends on how you use them. On-camera/hot shoe flashes can sometimes be too in-your-face, and you can often get better results from changing the angle of the light and modifying it to soften it up and control it better. It really depends on what kind of effect you're looking to achieve.
So, I guess... While flashes don't guarantee a good shot, they can be helpful in creating a certain look if you have one in mind.
I can't believe how many people seem to have totally missed the point of the original question & posted replies about flashguns & the use of flash in photos. Whilst all valid & interesting points, surely the question was about 'flashy' 'fancy' 'high end' expensive' - call it what you will, cameras.
And IMO, since it's the person behind the camera that chooses the composition, settings & moment to press the shutter, it's them that makes the difference, not the camera itself.
Anybody can take a rubbish photo with the most expensive camera.....
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I also agree with @indiannie_jones 'Good photo's' are very subjective.
I'm not @indiannie_jones , nor do I resemble her on TV, but wouldn't that be some old guy in a trench coat?
Better cameras, like better tools, just make it easier in certain situations and provide you with more options.
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So, I guess... While flashes don't guarantee a good shot, they can be helpful in creating a certain look if you have one in mind.
Basically, what @jinximages said.
And IMO, since it's the person behind the camera that chooses the composition, settings & moment to press the shutter, it's them that makes the difference, not the camera itself.
Anybody can take a rubbish photo with the most expensive camera.....