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Hey John, I was planning to add a survey link to my previous question but I didn't know how to do it. So, I thought maybe I could make a new thread so it could reach more members and give them little context on what to expect in the survey. I am really sorry if it has caused any inconvenience.

Hello everyone, I'm Arshad Asaaf, a Street photographer currently studying Industrial design at Loughborough University, United Kingdom. I'm currently working on my final year dissertation. The brief is to create inclusive camera equipment for people with impairments. It will be really helpful if any of you can give me some insights on this topic. It can be, 1. Type of impairment that you are currently dealing with and how it affects your photography. 2. Any adaptive camera equipment that helps you with your photography. 3. You can also mention any steps that are difficult to do, like removing the battery, setting up a tripod, etc.. You can also help me by completing a survey on this topic. It should not take more than 15mins. All your information will be kept confidential. https://lboro.onlinesurveys.ac.uk/camera-equipment-for-impaired If you like to give out more information or if you have any questions related to this topic, please contact me at a.a.abdul-khadar-18@student.lboro.ac.uk

Hey Jochen, thank you so much for taking your time for replying to my thread. Those were some amazing insights and it really did inspire me. 1. I have done a little research on this topic and I found the same thing. Most people end up using the camera upside down and are still facing some issues with the button placements. They also said that there aren't many websites where you can buy adaptive camera attachments. It is surprising to know that the camera companies haven't done much about this issue until now even when they have a decent amount of left-handed users. 2. This is such an amazing point. I'm still doing my research to find out a specific impairment with some common problems. This has made to rethink about the visually impaired people, at least partially impaired. Adding a tangible feedback mechanism to it would really open possibilities for efficient photography. 3. Yes, I agree. Camera phones have gotten so much better in the past couple of years and now they are starting to rival huge camera brands. It's versatile and accessible so having an attachment that is ergonomic for better photographic experience would be an added bonus. I will be adding my survey link tomorrow. I think I have to add a few more questions to it, looking at the thread replies. It's so good to see the community members help. Thank you again for helping me.

Thank you, Karim. It is really refreshing to think about something different than the DSLRs. Mobile phones, IPads and other compact cameras would be a good area to focus on since its being used by most of the people. I also think that everyone in the photography society wants to try a professional camera at some point in their life but people with certain impairments are not able to enjoy photography as the abled people. Some people are born with disabilities and some during the course of their life. So, I want to create an inclusive product for a professional camera that breaks the barrier between disability and photography. I will surely look into compact camera systems and will update you with my final design proposal. Thank you.

Thank you so much, John. Yes, I have heard about the Disabled Photographers Society and I'm currently working on my ethical procedures to legally talk with them. I will update you with my final design proposal once it is done.

Hello everyone, I'm Arshad Asaaf, a Street photographer currently studying Industrial design at Loughborough University, United Kingdom. I'm currently working on my final year dissertation. The brief is to create inclusive camera equipment for people with impairments. It will be really helpful if any of you can give me some insights on this topic. It can be, 1. Type of impairment that you are currently dealing with and how it affects your photography. 2. Any adaptive camera equipment that helps you with your photography. 3. You can also mention any steps that are difficult to do, like removing the battery, setting up a tripod etc.. You can also help me by completing a survey on this topic. It should not take more than 15mins. All your information will be kept confidential. If you like to give out more information or if you have any questions related to this topic, please contact me at a.a.abdul-khadar-18@student.lboro.ac.uk