What is the ruling on taking pictures with a computer camera and sending children's photos through it, and what is the ruling on one who is not convinced by the prohibition of photography?

Scholars have differed regarding the ruling on photography using a computer camera or other devices. Some have forbidden it, considering it to fall under the general prophetic pronouncements prohibiting image-making. Others have permitted it, arguing that it is not an imitation of Allah's creation but merely a capturing of a shadow. The preponderant view is that it is a matter of doubt (shubha) and should be avoided unless there is a need or necessity. Photography is prohibited if it involves something forbidden, such as pictures of unveiled women (mutabarrijat).