Does the Camera Shutter Sound Matter? My Favorite Shutter Clicks!

Have you ever thought about what sound your camera makes and if it inspires you? Well I have, and here are my favorites.

For many photographers, the magic of a camera isn’t just in the lens, the sensor, or the film stock — it’s also in the sound. That satisfying click of a shutter has a way of connecting us to the act of taking a photo. In this video, I explore the fascinating world of shutter sounds and ask the question: does the sound of a camera really matter?

I go through some of my favorite cameras and demonstrate their unique shutter sounds, from crisp mechanical snaps to smooth electronic clicks. Each shutter tells its own story — some feel authoritative and reassuring, while others are discreet and nearly silent. These sounds aren’t just mechanical byproducts; they shape our experience behind the camera.

Think about it: the tactile joy of winding film, the soft resistance of a shutter release button, and then that decisive clack. For some, it’s nostalgic. For others, it’s about confidence and rhythm. And in some cases, the sound can even influence how subjects react when they know a photo has been taken.

So, does the shutter sound matter in photography, or is it just a charming quirk? Watch as I compare several of my favorites and share why these sounds mean so much to me as a photographer.

Do you have a favorite shutter sound? Drop it in the comments — I’d love to hear what clicks with you!

Here’s my links to some of the demonstrated cameras and the reviews of them:
👉 Nikon F90X - a review of an analog camera from 1996:    • Nikon F90X a review of a camera from 1996 ...  
👉 My most inspirational Cameras - Then and Now:    • My Most Inspirational Cameras – Then and Now  
👉 Nikon D100 review - old crop sensor DSLR still worth using in 2025:    • Nikon D100 DSLR - old crop sensor semipro ...  
👉 Hasselblad SWC - a quick look at the Super Wide Compact camera:    • Hasselblad SWC - a quick look at the Super...  


Filmed on Samsung NX30 using Boya wireless microphone system.

Content of this video
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00:00 - Intro
00:44 - Nikon D90X
01:18 - Canon F1
01:50 - Canon AE-1
02:24 - Topcon Uni
03:02 - Nikon D100
03:52 - Nikon D800
05:02 - Hasselblad 500CM
06:47 - Hasselblad SWC
07:14 - What are your thoughts?
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