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Hello! I'm looking into purchasing my first DSLR! I'm really excited, but I'm also wary because this is a HUGE investment. Here's some background information: I would consider myself to be an amateur when it comes to the 'pro' shots, but I'm familiar with the workings of a camera. I'm comfortable operating an SLR camera, and I've had a lot of experience with Nikon D50's, 60's, and 70's (I want to say - not completely positive) since I've taken both film and digital photography classes. I've had some experience with sports photography and I LOVE it (so I would look into purchasing a lens to aid with that), but my real passion is nature photography. I'm traveling to Maui and Australia/New Zealand in a year, which is my real motivation for getting a camera and learning how to operate it right now. I also want to be able to snap nice candids of my family/friends, but I'm not looking to do anything like portraits or special event photography (unless I want to for fun).
I've never shot with a Cannon before, but I've always been happy with Nikon and all of their works. My questions are:
How much more advanced are the 5100 and 7000 when compared to the D60-90 series?
Which brand is the best for DSLR?
And mainly, what are the differences between the 5100 and the 7000? Will purchasing the 5100 make me kick myself in the foot for not hashing out a few hundred more dollars and investing in the 7000?
Brief Summary:
D5000 or 7000
I want a camera that:
takes GREAT nature photos
great shutterspeed options
has potential to dabble in some videos (all for the fun of it)
this camera is for personal use only, but I want clean, crisp, and stunning shots.
Thanks for your time! It's appreciated!
Answer
these days all cameras will do video full HD and they will all take great crisp shots. You only have to choose. Nikon, Pentax, Canon, Sony, and Olympus make good DSLR's and they all have cameras in various price ranges. You can check out the pentax k30 which just came out and its weathered sealed and gives you the option of using lithium batteries or AA battereies.
these days all cameras will do video full HD and they will all take great crisp shots. You only have to choose. Nikon, Pentax, Canon, Sony, and Olympus make good DSLR's and they all have cameras in various price ranges. You can check out the pentax k30 which just came out and its weathered sealed and gives you the option of using lithium batteries or AA battereies.
what to buy? (best dslr) help!?
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im choosing between nikon d40, d60, d50, d80 Panasonic DMC-L10 and canon eos 5d mark II. im also interested in nikon d90 but i thinks its more expensive...
im worried about d40, d60, d50 not having built in auto focus...
im both a camera and video type.. i want all coverage... i love taking pictures of our family, friends, nature.
i also want to use it for concerts and sports.. so what would you suggest? im going to buy my first dslr so help me.. thanks!!
thanks to all who answered! btw, im not filthy rich.. hahaha im just letting you know what im looking for.. im looking for suggestions and other alternatives for my preference... thanks!
i've decided now not to include the video capability of dslr in my preferences... cause we have a panasonic video cam
i wanted one that has fast fps, great image quality for low light.. and affordable..
btw, is it good to have live view? for beginner?.. cause im used to a digital cam, and im new to dslr.. but, i sure can adjust... thanks!!
i think i like some features of d90 except now i don't consider the video capability... so anything like the features of d90? thanks!really need help.. thanks!
just wanna add this one.. i passed this little store and i saw a lomo cam.. like the fish eye, 4 lens and others.. is it nice to have a lomo cam?. i like the effects of a fish eye... and is lomo cam only work in films?..
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Can you afford the thousands of dollars for the 5D Mk II?
Get it, then, if you can.
But for your first DSLR, it would be a waste. Here's something: it's a PROFESSIONAL camera! While you might be able to learn all the features, that's still a common misconception. It's ALWAYS better to refer to a entry level when starting out and then progressing - even if you have the money.
I suggest getting an entry level DSLR. Here are my suggestions:
- Canon EOS 450D/Rebel XSi
- Nikon D40X/D60 (do not consider the D40, there's not much point)
- Maybe the D90 if you can afford, although it's an advanced amateur camera, more suited for those in between semi-pro/enthusiast and entry level
Sony, Olympus and Pentax have their pros, but I really suggest a Nikon or Canon to invest in, and to start off at least.
D90 has video. Not great, but it's HD.
It seems you have a lot of money... your range stretches a fair bit! The D40X is around $400 and the 5D Mk II is around $5000. So, I wouldn't get the D40X. I'd get the D60/D90. More features, and after all, you can afford it.
Still, no auto focus or live view means you'll get used to doing it the hard way. The original way. Heck, it might help you get better at photography. But almost all Nikkor lenses suitable for D40X/D60 are AF-S (auto focus).
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EDIT:
As I said, no live view or auto focus means you'll learn to do it the harder way and thus get better.
But look, you can still use manual focus.
The D60 can comes with AF lenses, so it's fine, anyway.
If you can afford it, the D90 is the best out of what I've recommended. It just has the best quality in terms of image quality.
Otherwise, the 450D.
Remember, I wouldn't exactly trust new things, like HD mode. Wait until it develops... but as you said, you already have a camcorder, so it doesn't matter.
Live View has been rather impressively improved on the D60/90 and 450D/Rebel XSi. But of course, nothing beats the viewfinder. Use it most. LiveView in awkward situations or hard to see, such as macro.
All I've mentioned, but esp. the D90 and 450D have excellent low levels of noise at higher ISO levels.
Just buy into a brand and once there, don't turn back. For many, it can cost over tens of thousands to change brand. Of course, it depends when, exactly, but I'd advise sticking with a particular brand once you buy it.
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Misinformation on the misinformation
The 5D is in fact $5000. Don't always assume... it IS $5000 here in Australia.
Canon may not consider it a professional camera; there, I am wrong, if that is the case. I don't own the 5D.
Can you afford the thousands of dollars for the 5D Mk II?
Get it, then, if you can.
But for your first DSLR, it would be a waste. Here's something: it's a PROFESSIONAL camera! While you might be able to learn all the features, that's still a common misconception. It's ALWAYS better to refer to a entry level when starting out and then progressing - even if you have the money.
I suggest getting an entry level DSLR. Here are my suggestions:
- Canon EOS 450D/Rebel XSi
- Nikon D40X/D60 (do not consider the D40, there's not much point)
- Maybe the D90 if you can afford, although it's an advanced amateur camera, more suited for those in between semi-pro/enthusiast and entry level
Sony, Olympus and Pentax have their pros, but I really suggest a Nikon or Canon to invest in, and to start off at least.
D90 has video. Not great, but it's HD.
It seems you have a lot of money... your range stretches a fair bit! The D40X is around $400 and the 5D Mk II is around $5000. So, I wouldn't get the D40X. I'd get the D60/D90. More features, and after all, you can afford it.
Still, no auto focus or live view means you'll get used to doing it the hard way. The original way. Heck, it might help you get better at photography. But almost all Nikkor lenses suitable for D40X/D60 are AF-S (auto focus).
---
EDIT:
As I said, no live view or auto focus means you'll learn to do it the harder way and thus get better.
But look, you can still use manual focus.
The D60 can comes with AF lenses, so it's fine, anyway.
If you can afford it, the D90 is the best out of what I've recommended. It just has the best quality in terms of image quality.
Otherwise, the 450D.
Remember, I wouldn't exactly trust new things, like HD mode. Wait until it develops... but as you said, you already have a camcorder, so it doesn't matter.
Live View has been rather impressively improved on the D60/90 and 450D/Rebel XSi. But of course, nothing beats the viewfinder. Use it most. LiveView in awkward situations or hard to see, such as macro.
All I've mentioned, but esp. the D90 and 450D have excellent low levels of noise at higher ISO levels.
Just buy into a brand and once there, don't turn back. For many, it can cost over tens of thousands to change brand. Of course, it depends when, exactly, but I'd advise sticking with a particular brand once you buy it.
---
Misinformation on the misinformation
The 5D is in fact $5000. Don't always assume... it IS $5000 here in Australia.
Canon may not consider it a professional camera; there, I am wrong, if that is the case. I don't own the 5D.
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