I'm looking to buy a camera I'm a beginner
Aug 30, 2016 00:38:39 #
He doesn't have to give the answers to anyone here, but it would help him if he answered them to himself.
Aug 30, 2016 00:54:51 #
He's a beginner. Put yourself in his shoes. He needs simple, straightforward guidance.
Later, he may have the experience to answer a bunch of questions about the scope of his intentions and activity in doing photography.
Later, he may have the experience to answer a bunch of questions about the scope of his intentions and activity in doing photography.
David in Dallas wrote:
He doesn't have to give the answers to anyone here, but it would help him if he answered them to himself.
Aug 30, 2016 01:31:10 #
jimmya wrote:
Depends on your budget and what kind of photography you plan on doing. Since you're just starting I'd recommend something fairly cheep because if you lose interest after a year you won't have a lot of cash tied up in a camera you no longer use.
Great information you have given. Canon Nikon are the big boys but they have made more profit on sold units that have only been used a few times then pack in a cupboard too use later then forgot about. Totally agree, get second hand cheap unit with kit lense and build around that with what you are learning after a year then you can spend more and you will spend to improve. Or bin! Not forgetting the cheap stuff now was cutting technology three years ago. I have Nikon D200 cost $700 nine years ago great unit it was classed as a pro unit then. It's got some good menus on it easy too drive with 10mpix which is low now but it still records nice clear work. The resale value would be around $70 now. As I have said before you are entering a mine field there is away through using the maps you've been given there's a safe way too the side. I now shoot D800 with pro glass. But my D200 stays with me all the time with 18 to 200 lens
Aug 30, 2016 01:44:48 #
anotherview wrote:
He's a beginner. Put yourself in his shoes. He needs simple, straightforward guidance.
Later, he may have the experience to answer a bunch of questions about the scope of his intentions and activity in doing photography.
Later, he may have the experience to answer a bunch of questions about the scope of his intentions and activity in doing photography.
True! On that note then D200 with 50mm prime with a reverse ring then you have an option for close up stuff for around $170 and still pull off the family portrait and party shoots. For an extra $30 add a flash which no one has said that you will need to pull off good work.
Aug 30, 2016 09:35:15 #
I walked in your shoes 4 years ago. I stated myself out with what I called my baby camera. I bought the Canon SX40. Had no earthly idea what I was doing but thanks to YouTube and the delete photo button I learned. When I made up my mind I really loved to take pictures I went up to the Canon Rebel t4i kit with the two lenses. Got to love that camera but wanted more then the kit lenses. I started to buy the L series lenses and then wanted a bigger camera. I bought a used Canon 7d. Next I was planning a trip to Africa and did not want to carry the long zoom heavier lenses. So I bought myself the Canon SX50 (24mm-1200mm) it was a smart move for me. Of the 16 that went I was the only one that got all the many bird shots and animals that were far off. I have dealt with only B&H as they know their stuff and are so great about returns. No matter what camera you decide on learn it from the outside to the inside. Make YouTube your best friend and get out and shoot and most important HAVE FUN.
Aug 30, 2016 09:38:00 #
Aug 30, 2016 09:39:51 #
Welcome, Shone. As you can see you will find no shortage of suggestions on this site. Have fun making, and then enjoying, your purchase.
Aug 30, 2016 10:13:38 #
ronf78155
Loc: Seguin Texas
I just bought the Canon EF-M3 and OMG !!
This tiny little wonder does everything a fullsize will do, has 24 MP, accepts all canon lenses (with the adapter) and the pics are fantastic.
Add to that the fact that It can do Hi Def movies, has WiFi capabilities and I can't think of anything it can't do.
Since I have numerous Canon L series lenses that all will work on this camera, it was a no brainer!
The camera itself is amazing with its small size and fantastic image quality
This tiny little wonder does everything a fullsize will do, has 24 MP, accepts all canon lenses (with the adapter) and the pics are fantastic.
Add to that the fact that It can do Hi Def movies, has WiFi capabilities and I can't think of anything it can't do.
Since I have numerous Canon L series lenses that all will work on this camera, it was a no brainer!
The camera itself is amazing with its small size and fantastic image quality
Aug 30, 2016 10:48:43 #
wj cody
Loc: springfield illinois
mikenolan wrote:
As a relative newcomer to UHH myself, I sympathize with your problem. I went through two point-and-shoot digital cameras then decided this summer I needed more control and flexibility. I spent several weeks reading reviews of cameras, spent several hours at the local camera shop looking at cameras and finally went with the Canon T6i. No, it's not full-frame (eg, 35 mm sensor size), but it is 24 megapixels.
good for you - you did the right thing!
Aug 30, 2016 16:44:58 #
Hi Shone, Welcome to the Hog. Let me start by saying "There is no beginners camera", was you first car a "Beginners Car"? Hell no!, you got in and learned to drive it. Same with a camera, as long as it has "raw" and "auto" your good to go, you can then progress at your own pace. Don't let these guys talk you into anything different and end up wasting money trading up in cameras as you learn. Start with what you can afford and go from there.
Aug 30, 2016 17:11:41 #
my advice, buy a simple to use camera ,take a lot of pictures, read this forum daily, and soon you'll have a good idea of what you really need.
Aug 30, 2016 18:08:35 #
LaoXiang wrote:
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Your description sounds a lot like a smart phone. One of my two best photos of 2015 was shot with my iPhone 5s. Doesn't have the creative controls of a camera and requires a tripod for any zooming (digital, not optical zoom), but it's always in my pocket, ready to go. Please note that it is not quite as good as the Hasselblad digital, but it costs just a little less. Hasselblad B&H price $45,000 BODY ONLY. In some parts of flyover country, you can buy a house for that. WTF? >Alan
Sep 3, 2016 08:47:15 #
Just a thought, Shone, that came to mind - why not consider purchasing a good quality Bridge Camera. Learn camera/photography basics with it, see if you end up that enamored with Photography, and if you do you will be knowledgeable enough to know what you want in good DSLR/Lens combo's. The Bridge camera will then become your backup. The SX60, P900, etc would be good considerations, and for a sleeper the Panasonic FZ70 is a great buy at this time. Think about it.
Sep 3, 2016 15:28:37 #
You should consider skipping the entry level stuff and just buy a good full frame camera at entry level camera price. That means you could f.x. buy a used Nikon D700 or D600 plus 1-2 lenses. Those cameras are full frame and much better cameras than entry level cameras but are now sold at similar prices as some of the entry level stuff. You can choose from a lot more lenses to use with them and the image quality will not be matched by entry level stuff. Those cameras are serious stuff, but not the latest serious stuff. If you want to consider this option you should check them out on youtube or other sources that review cameras.
Sep 4, 2016 00:06:12 #
Welcome! Great ideas here. If you have a bit more of a budget, maybe consider a mirrorless. Olympus, Sony, Fuji all have great ones I know.
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