Nikon D5100, D7000, or a Cannon?

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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!

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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!?

precious_h

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.

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Do artists owe their fans anything beyond putting out good albums and putting on good shows?

Q. Hi.
This whole Radiohead/Miley Cyrus craziness does put forth a question that I find interesting. What does a band/artist really owe their fans, and if they do owe their fans things like autographs and handshakes and pictures, etc. where is the line?

My only thing that I would ask anyone taking the stance of the artist being made or broken by the fans to consider and comment on is the concept that the fan gets to enjoy the records and the concerts that they pay for. A service paid for and provided. I think that without expanding on it that answer is... well, too easy.

Thanks. I'm really curious to see some perspectives on this. I'm pretty busy at the work today so I'm probably only going to be able to pop in periodically and read answers, may not have time to comment like I like to, but I really appreciate perspectives. Thanks.

And for anyone who is interested, here's a song of the day:
Beachwood Sparks - Canyon Ride (live acoustic, apparently on somebody's lawn)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIZo3UJAYgk
the mix isn't the best (what could you expect really, it appears to be a video camera mic for 3 guitars, 3 vocalists and a shaker), but I just think it's a cool video for the fact that they're just kind of sitting around playing in some random yard.

BQ: what'd you think?

Happy Wednesday everybody! Thanks in advance for your participation.
Also, this is a general question. You can use the Radiohead/Miley Cyrus thing as a model if you like, but I'm not terribly interesed in posts about how bratty Miley Cyrus is or how much Radiohead are a bunch of elitist jerks. It's about the bigger picture and the more universal question.
Thanks again.
Thanks a lot. There are some really great answers. I'm enjoying reading them a lot. Thanks. Like I said before, this is a topic that I find really interesting.
Once again, there are some really, really great answers and I really appreciate it. It's been a lot of good reading for me. That was a great tie in with MLB Rckts. A really, really good answer. Everybody else too. Keep them coming. Thanks again. I figure when I hit lunch I'll be able to put some cents in.
Thanks Dimesciple. I definitely appreciate your insights on it. It's nice for perspective that you have actually seen both sides in practice.

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Good Morning Prof! :-)

If you really want to get technical with it, perhaps the artists donât owe the mere fan anything at all. Whether they put out good music, mediocre or bad, theyâre not in a situation where we as the fan are debt holders that expect them to make good on a loan. This is what gives the artists the freedom to put out whatever they want. And it works very well on the other side of the coin, too. We as fans donât owe Band X anything in return. We are under no legal obligation to purchase their work. However, this is where it gets interesting. You often hear bands say âweâd be nothing without you, the fansâ but seldom does it ring sincere. Rather itâs scripted BS that they feel obligated to say because everyone else does. However, that is the reality of the situation. A band could be putting forth the most mind-blowing amazing work of all time. And if there are no fans supporting the band, buying their music, and spreading the word, then exactly how well is that band doing? We can sit here and talk about doing things just for the mere love of the art but letâs face it, we all need to eat and pay rent. So when certain acts behave all petulant and snobbish where they act way too self-important to acknowledge their fans in a normal, painless and reasonable manner, I think that speaks volumes to me as the fan and not in a good way. This is a mere reality of life and itâs not just something pertaining to the music world. Something very near and dear to you, Major League Baseball was on the verge of dire financial ruin back in 1994. There were two factors involved. Obviously the strike that cancelled the World Series was huge. But the other part was that the fans were completely turned off by the craptastic attitudes of the typical MLB player. In order to undo the damage it took a massive PR onslaught, where the players were specifically instructed to make themselves more approachable and to INTERACT with the fans. Because when you get right down to it, without fans in the seats, there will be ZERO professional sports. Hard to be called a pro when you arenât getting paid.

Earlier this week, I received a compilation CD of some dark wave music from Australia. I was thrilled to death that considering the distance involved it came damn fast. But then I got a little surprise along with the CD; a signed postcard from the band Angelspit, personally addressing me by name and thanking me for my purchase. They certainly didnât have to do that nor was I expecting it. However, I couldnât help but think how super cool of them that was. That was a nice personal touch and as a fan I will remember that. That being said, I canât help but think about mega super-group Radiohead, who turned the city of Chicago into a bunch of drooling retards over Lollapalooza week. Without those crazed fans, Radiohead would just be another footnote in the Trouser Press of alternative rock. The fact this band that has been lifted into rarified Earth didnât have the time to acknowledge a fan for all of maybe 30 seconds absolutely sucks. Granted both parties likely behaved in a regrettable fashion. But one fact remains the same. Miley Cyrus is a child. Children often do things they regret, we all have been there at one time or another. I would expect a band of FULLY GROWN adults like Radiohead not to act in such a petulant and arrogant manner. They clearly know better with all their âworldly wisdomâ and life experience. And simply from a PR standpoint, it was an ill-advised move.

Truth be told, Iâm not one of these people that even likes talking to bands or hounding for autographs after the shows, just not my style. Mostly because I would prefer not to know any more of the personal shortcomings of my heroes than need be.

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