I am new to photography? which Dslr camera would you advice me to buy?
Mar 3, 2017 09:43:00 #
Mar 3, 2017 09:53:07 #
Your question is similar to asking what type of car to get... Large, small, fast, economical, convertible, electric, 4WD, etc.. Like the car, there is definitely a camera that will suit your needs. But, you have to decide what your needs are first. So, give that some thought, then post your question.
Mar 3, 2017 09:55:25 #
You are going to get a lot of differing opinions on this but you have to ask yourself the basic question of what the camera will be primarily used for. Is there a basic reason you have decided on a DSLR over say a mirrorless or maybe even a point and shoot ? The Hogs are going to give you a lot of advice and options... good luck.
Mar 3, 2017 10:03:42 #
gvarner
Loc: Central Oregon Coast
A newbie? Start simple, like planting a garden and watch it grow. Non-interchangeable lens, about $500 + or - can give you a good start. Learne and practice practice practice with technique and composition. Learn post processing. Then move up to more advanced gear if you see the need. Keep your first camera as a backup or sell on the used market.
Mar 3, 2017 10:06:03 #
Picture Taker
Loc: Michigan Thumb
Go to a store and hold them all. Then pick one that is comfortable in your hand an your wallet.
Mar 3, 2017 10:11:28 #
I think I would start with a moderately priced point and shoot or bridge camera and see if the photo bug persists.
If you are already at this level, all of the major players including Nikon, Sony, Olympus, Canon, Panasonic and Fuji make great cameras with interchangeable lenses. Remember some are DSLRs while others are mirrorless or translucent. Excellent photographs can be taken with all.
Your budget is the next variable. Excellent pictures can be taken with the non-professional models.
I would start reading and wait a few weeks or months before making a decision.
Good luck!
If you are already at this level, all of the major players including Nikon, Sony, Olympus, Canon, Panasonic and Fuji make great cameras with interchangeable lenses. Remember some are DSLRs while others are mirrorless or translucent. Excellent photographs can be taken with all.
Your budget is the next variable. Excellent pictures can be taken with the non-professional models.
I would start reading and wait a few weeks or months before making a decision.
Good luck!
Mar 3, 2017 10:11:57 #
It is a moving target. My first choice of a camera right now would not be a DSLR from Nikon or Canon.
It would be a Panasonic G85 with a Lumix/Leica 12-60 lens for $1900.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1280825-REG/panasonic_dmc_gm85kbody_lumix_dmc_g85_mirrorless_micro.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1304867-REG/panasonic_h_es12060_leica_dg_vario_elmarit_12_60mm.html
If I had not been playing with cameras for 60 years (!!!) and was unsure of my camera knowledge, I would go to Costco and pick any Nikon or Canon kit with two lenses like this one for $1350.
https://www.costco.com/Nikon-D7200-DSLR-Camera-2-Lens-Bundle.product.100225128.html
It would be a Panasonic G85 with a Lumix/Leica 12-60 lens for $1900.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1280825-REG/panasonic_dmc_gm85kbody_lumix_dmc_g85_mirrorless_micro.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1304867-REG/panasonic_h_es12060_leica_dg_vario_elmarit_12_60mm.html
If I had not been playing with cameras for 60 years (!!!) and was unsure of my camera knowledge, I would go to Costco and pick any Nikon or Canon kit with two lenses like this one for $1350.
https://www.costco.com/Nikon-D7200-DSLR-Camera-2-Lens-Bundle.product.100225128.html
Mar 3, 2017 11:09:31 #
Buy what your friends have, you can borrow lenses and flashes, and they can help you figure out the learning curve.
Mar 3, 2017 11:43:37 #
githumbidanson wrote:
Kindly help me. I will really appreciate
Welcome to our forum!
Do a lot of research before buying, or you will keep buying and buying. Below are some links explaining camera choices.
http://www.whatdigitalcamera.com/buying-advice/buying_guides/choosing-a-camera-type-advice-to-help-you-buy-a-camera-2-12271
http://lifehacker.com/5822098/how-to-choose-the-perfect-camera-for-your-needs
Here are links to comparison sites.
Read comparisons and specs, and decide what features are important to you.
(Reviews) https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCameraStoreTV/videos
http://cameras.reviewed.com/
http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras?utm_campaign=internal-link&utm_source=mainmenu&utm_medium=text&ref=mainmenu
Mar 3, 2017 11:55:34 #
Mar 3, 2017 12:20:02 #
Adding to my above suggestions, I'll add that I don't think it matters much. Smartphones have set a minimum performance level forcing overall camera sales to drop drastically. What's left will shoot wonderful images. If it is made by Nikon, Canon, Panasonic, Olympus or Fuji it will do well.
Mar 3, 2017 12:46:36 #
githumbidanson wrote:
Kindly help me. I will really appreciate
I personally as a newbie chose the Nikon D3300 + 3 DX lens to get started. 18-55 VR DX, 55-200 VR DX, and the 35mm DX 1.8g prime lens. You should be able to get all of this under $1,000.00, maybe under $500.00 if you get refurbished equipment. Check out Cameta Camera in N.Y for your stuff.
Mar 3, 2017 20:04:43 #
If you have a newer camera phone start with that. All of the new ones can take great pictures under good conditions. Invest in knowledge until you start to understand what you like to shoot and what challenges that presents. Start with a good book on composition like Freeman's 'The Photographers Eye - A Graphic Guide. What you learn from that will give you better pictures than any camera ever will. Every modern photo device has auto settings that will give you good 'proper' exposure, but none come with auto composition.
Mar 3, 2017 20:32:14 #
DSLR's drool. Mirrorless rule. Why buy into an old technology when there's better out there.
Mar 3, 2017 22:58:31 #
repleo wrote:
If you have a newer camera phone start with that. ... (show quote)
The #1 best advice so far!
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