Videos vs. Pictures in Reviews?

Contributor: Undecided Undecided
Pictures of lingerie but video when it comes to toys
06/08/2012
Contributor: PassionateLover2 PassionateLover2
I am beginning to think that pictures help in examining the item more closely from different perspectives, such as comparing sizes or shapes from other familiar products.

I find that a video adds a visual in how the product performs, as if a sales person gives a demonstration. It may be more difficult to 'write' the demonstration in the review. In some cases, a video doesn't add any further information if it can be written in the review. I can skim the review better and faster than watching a video.

Overall, I would place pictures as #1 over videos.
06/14/2012
Contributor: PassionateLover2 PassionateLover2
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Originally posted by Bex1331
I really need to see pictures in a review but sometimes videos are helpful to see how a toy moves or how flexible it is.
I agree with you!
06/18/2012
Contributor: PassionateLover2 PassionateLover2
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Originally posted by Woman China
It all depends.

A picture of a product on it's own really doesn't help me all that much, nor does countless pictures of a products packaging. An advert video or a video of the product in use doesn't help me either.

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I believe your points are well takes. There is a time or place for using either a Video or a Picture; or both. I sometimes think that people overuse these tools in their Reviews, and the result is a less than effective outcome.
06/18/2012
Contributor: PassionateLover2 PassionateLover2
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Originally posted by toxie m
I don't generally watch videos, I'm too impatient. I want to get straight to the info without having to wait for the reviewer to slowly talk through it all. Pictures are instant. There have only been a few, more complicated, products that I ... more
Videos do take longer to watch, thanks for your views.
07/24/2012
Contributor: Kate Kate
Both. I do lean towards photos though because that's what I include in my reviews. I like to see what the product actually looks like instead of just a stock photo
08/19/2012
Contributor: skeeterlynn skeeterlynn
I clicked for both, but also pictures because they both are helpful but I see pictures even more helpful. Not everyone has a normal computer that actually works. For example, mine only ever wants to have load videos. So it's just a pain to watch them half of the time. So it makes it nicer if they have videos because it's not something that a slower computer will effect.
08/20/2012
Contributor: kims89 kims89
picture!!!
08/21/2012
Contributor: Rey Rey
pics - cos i'm not always in a position to watch a video
*cough* work *cough*

;P
08/21/2012
Contributor: Rin Rin Rin Rin
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Originally posted by PassionateLover2
Which do you find more helpful when reading Reviews: the use of pictures or videos?
I find both to be very helpful! Though I tend to only watch the videos if I still have questions after reading the review/looking at the pictures.
08/21/2012
Contributor: PassionateLover2 PassionateLover2
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Originally posted by skeeterlynn
I clicked for both, but also pictures because they both are helpful but I see pictures even more helpful. Not everyone has a normal computer that actually works. For example, mine only ever wants to have load videos. So it's just a pain to ... more
I agree that pictures are easier tho post than videos.
02/21/2013
Contributor: Missy27 Missy27
Being a visual person, it is helpful to have either video or pictures. Both is ideal.
02/21/2013
Contributor: purpledesert purpledesert
Pics, if I want to see how a toy moves, .gif it.
02/24/2013
Contributor: TJtheMadHatter TJtheMadHatter
I really like seeing pics and videos. It really makes a difference if someone spends extra time to give them a nice quality. It gives me a better idea of what I could possibly buy, and allow me to make my own judgement of the item. If I like the ridges of something, the real color, seeing a size comparison helps. Plus, I like seeing the flexibility and suction strength of a dildo.
03/21/2013
Contributor: Allison.Wilder Allison.Wilder
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Originally posted by PassionateLover2
Which do you find more helpful when reading Reviews: the use of pictures or videos?
I like to see videos on reviews that are unique or really expensive. I really want to know what I'm buying before I buy it, so I seek out videos for those products.

Otherwise, pictures are just fine and with the new slideshows they're even better.
03/26/2013
Contributor: XxFallenAngelxX XxFallenAngelxX
I really need to see both, for different reasons.
03/26/2013
Contributor: aluminummm aluminummm
Both are helpful. It really depends on the product.
03/26/2013
Contributor: travelnurse travelnurse
I do like both!
03/26/2013
Contributor: SecretKinksters SecretKinksters
Pictures.
03/26/2013
Contributor: Mr. John Mr. John
Quote:
Originally posted by PassionateLover2
Which do you find more helpful when reading Reviews: the use of pictures or videos?
I like both video and written reviews with pictures. I think written reviews tend to be more thorough though due to not being saddled with time constraints. With written, you can deliberate and edit with greater ease. But, I find all of the methods used in reviewing to be a great deal of help. I thank the reviewer's.
04/03/2013