Posting images in threads comparison Discord vs Imgur

Talk Discussion in 'BeerAdvocate Talk' started by sulldaddy, Dec 11, 2023.

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  1. sulldaddy

    sulldaddy Grand Pooh-Bah (5,716) Apr 6, 2003 Connecticut
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    Okay, Ive been using Imgur to posts images to BA for several years now. Im attempting to use Discord now as it also gets me to share beers on that platform as well.
    But Ive noticed the quality of the photo from Discord is lower quality than Imgur. Slightly fuzzier and lower resolution maybe? Same exact picture from my phone, posted to the two 3rd party platforms mentioned and then shared to the forum via image icon.

    Am I wrong? top image is Imgur, 2nd image is Discord. Maybe something Im not clicking on Discord to maintain higher quality photo?

    Figured I would see what others think and start a convo about these hosting services and results.

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  2. Orca

    Orca Grand Pooh-Bah (4,710) Sep 18, 2010 Washington
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    If you zoom in on the lettering at the bottom of the can you can tell a difference, the bottom photo is a bit more pixelated, probably lower resolution. It’s not a huge difference.
     
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    Giantspace Grand Pooh-Bah (3,043) Dec 22, 2011 Pennsylvania
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    Top is more crisp, the bottom is a bit hazy. Overall they both get the job done but I would rather see the more crisp photo.

    Enjoy
     
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  4. Beersnake

    Beersnake Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,884) Aug 17, 2013 California
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    Yeah, I would never use anything other than Imgur. Quality is clearly better in your post above. In addition, I like having my photos stored in Imgur for life. I currently have 3,500 photos and I can look back and see what I've posted. I do not like the Discord posting.
     
    #4 Beersnake, Dec 11, 2023
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  5. Todd

    Todd Founder (13,518) Aug 23, 1996 Finland
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    Unless you're hoping to win a photog award in for outstanding beer pics in WBAYDN, I don't think it really matters.

    Discord is just an option for those looking for one (specially for WBAYDN in this context).

    PS - Looks like Discord is dealing with image quality issues, and Reddit is saying "Open in Browser" will retain everything (full resolution, as usual) as a temporary solution.
     
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    snaotheus Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,924) Oct 6, 2008 Washington
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  7. Todd

    Todd Founder (13,518) Aug 23, 1996 Finland
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    Nice catch.
     
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    PapaGoose03 Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,057) May 30, 2005 Michigan
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  9. sulldaddy

    sulldaddy Grand Pooh-Bah (5,716) Apr 6, 2003 Connecticut
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    Ooh helpful. I simply did copy link and pasted into the image share .
    Good to know it is possible to adjust resolution.
    Im glad to see its not my eyes on image differences and also glad to see solutions pop up from members!
    Much appreciate the conversation.
     
    #9 sulldaddy, Dec 11, 2023
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  10. TrojanRB

    TrojanRB Grand Pooh-Bah (3,779) Jul 27, 2013 Texas
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    I use discord because it’s pretty easy and requires minimum clicks. I find it much more straightforward than other 3rd party web based image hosting sites. After Instagram was no longer allowed (years ago), I tried many and they were all a pain.

    Have never noticed an issue with picture quality, looks good enough to me.

    On top of my BA wishlist is the ability to natively post pics right onto the site!
     
    #10 TrojanRB, Dec 11, 2023
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