Camera for artis
Jul 12, 2014 09:59:22 #
I am an artist specializing in equine and pet portraits. I want a camera that will give me exceptional detail, but that can also capture action shots. I am clueless at this point. Budget around $1200-$1500. Any sugestions?
Jul 12, 2014 10:03:55 #
turnpt wrote:
I am an artist specializing in equine and pet portraits. I want a camera that will give me exceptional detail, but that can also capture action shots. I am clueless at this point. Budget around $1200-$1500. Any sugestions?
Please disgregard. The camera I suggested did not fall into your price range.
Jul 12, 2014 10:36:39 #
Jul 12, 2014 10:49:58 #
turnpt wrote:
I am an artist specializing in equine and pet portraits. I want a camera that will give me exceptional detail, but that can also capture action shots. I am clueless at this point. Budget around $1200-$1500. Any sugestions?
turnpt,
Your price range will depend on where you purchase your camera, Walmart will have one price and BestBuy will have another for the same equipment.
Concentrate on the camera body and available lenses for that body. Any of the popular, mid level, DSLR cameras will perform very well for your needs. Pick a camera with a sensor capable of 12 - 18 Mp, this will capture images you can print up to 11 x 14inch easily.
Your next choice is the lens assemblies you select for your proposed subjects. For small to medium sized pets a 70 - 300mm Zoom will enable you to get close-ups without making the animal uncomfortable. An 18 - 70mm will work well for the larger animals like Horses and Elephants. Both lenses will allow you to get within a reasonable distance and remain safe for you and the subjects.
When using these lenses keep them in their mid range for best sharpness.
Sam's Club
Nikon D3200 24.2 MP HD-SLR Camera Bundle with 18-55mm and 55-200mm Lenses, Wi-Fi Adapter, Camera Case and 8GB SD Card $599.00
Canon T3 12.2MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm IS Lens, 75-300mm Lens, DSLR Bag, and Memory Card $399.00
Good luck,
Michael G
Jul 13, 2014 09:25:04 #
Bear2
Loc: Southeast,, MI
ditto, D7100. Best DX camera on the market!!! Couple with a 18-200 VR ll zoom and you are good for anything except birds in flight and grizzly bears in the wild.
Duane
Duane
Photosmoke wrote:
Nikon D7100
Jul 13, 2014 11:25:18 #
turnpt wrote:
I am an artist specializing in equine and pet portraits. I want a camera that will give me exceptional detail, but that can also capture action shots. I am clueless at this point. Budget around $1200-$1500. Any sugestions?
I own a Canon t3i - an excellent camera for both stills and video. It sports an 18mp sensor so the detail is excellent.
And it's well within your budget at $600 or so.
Jul 13, 2014 22:38:04 #
Photosmoke wrote:
Nikon D7100
I agree, Nikon D7100. One of the best cameras made for what you have in mind. The lens choice would be something else to decide upon. You would do well with the 24-85mm kit lens for the Nikon D610. I use mine all the time and it is very sharp. Of course other forum members will give you their recommendations as well.
Dennis
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