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04-19-2010, 03:07 AM | #1 |
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Camera questions
For all of you camera people, I am looking for a good beginner SLR camera.
I currently have a Kodak M340 and want to get into the whole realm of taking really good pictures. I want something that is super easy to learn how to use, and something that won't make me want to file Bankruptcy after purchasing it :) I need suggestions! I don't want to spend more than $600 on my first camera, I really hope that isn't too little - I guess I'd be willing to go a little higher on that and top out at like $700 after tax ... but I need help! |
04-19-2010, 03:27 AM | #2 |
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Don't know much about Digital SLRs but seems to me that both Canon and Nikon are good entry-level SLRs for $600-$700 (maybe a bit more).
Here is a CNET review link - you could read more about it. On the left column, there is more info on other SLRs as well. |
04-19-2010, 06:41 AM | #3 |
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the canon t1i is pretty reasonable, good starter camera.
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04-19-2010, 07:20 AM | #4 |
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Nikon D40 would be my choice, just because I'm a Nikon person, and it's a great little camera. Should be able to find one in the 450-500 region.
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04-19-2010, 07:44 AM | #5 |
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I have the Nikon D3000. Nice entry-level Nikon. Purchased as a packaged deal from Adorama through Amazon with a second lens for about $550.
It's not too hard to learn how to use. I was taking really good pics on Auto mode prior to taking a 7-week photography class through the local community college. Now I take even better pics. It's all a matter of knowing how to balance the exposure through use of ISO, aperture, and shutter speed.
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04-19-2010, 07:50 AM | #6 |
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I have an entry-level Nikon D60, and it does all that I really need...
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04-19-2010, 09:48 AM | #7 |
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Another vote for a D40 (or something like it). Don't get hung up on pixel count and useless features. Concentrate on quality and your ability to control the camera.
Remember - it's about the pictures not the camera.
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04-19-2010, 11:25 AM | #8 |
Another Nikon user here.
Go to a store, ask to let you hold different cameras, as they are all good, but weight and ergonomics are different, then decide! These are photos taken with my Nikon D50 (NOTE: not the aerial photos) at a Yaris Meet last year! D50 PHOTOS LINK Good luck, Digital SLR are Awesome! D. .
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+ 1 on don't get hung up on the pixel count. I got a 12 MP Canon and hardly ever shoot at full resolution.
I don't have a DSLR but I use a Canon G9 which is an in=between point and shoot and DSLR. Cheaper, less bulky, does everything I need. I think they have the G10 or G11 out now, with wide angle capabiliity, and 14 MP. Wide Angle is great, and sorely missing on mine, but I couldn't care less about the 14 MP. This one looks great http://www.amazon.com/Canon-PowerSho...1693642&sr=8-2 Otherwise, wait for the usual Costco package sale on the Nikon entry levels DSLR's (they might have them around father's day, I know they have them around Xmas). They give you the carrying bag, 2 lenses and the camera body for $700 or $800. Kaotic Lasagna has one, I think, and his pics are fantastic. good luck with your decision. Choosing which camera to get is a bit of a pain in the @ss and once you get it a new one is out that does more and for cheaper (kind of like buying a smartphone ;) I'm still really happy with my G9 and haven't yet found the need to upgrade. |
04-20-2010, 11:05 PM | #10 |
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Thank you guys! I have SO much to look at!! I am going to write down all the suggestions and then head to the camera store :) I am going to see which ones "feel" right and kinda see what I can feel out :)
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04-20-2010, 11:16 PM | #11 |
For camera reviews, you should check out the Digital Camera Resource site.
http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/cameraList.php They also have a great forum with a ton of good info: http://www.dcresource.com/forums/ |
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04-21-2010, 03:16 PM | #12 |
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And this one. Great for reviews and general info on each one you're looking at.
www.bhphotovideo.com Also a good place to buy from. Their catalog is beautiful.... |
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Here's an awesome deal for the D40, which is what I use.
http://dealnews.com/Nikon-D40-6.1-MP...ng/360165.html |
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