Best camera for wildlife and action photos 1500 or under
Jun 20, 2017 14:05:04 #
Kissel vonKeister wrote:
Here's the seller's feedback:
http://www.ebay.com/usr/importunlimited?_trksid=p2047675.l2559
http://www.ebay.com/usr/importunlimited?_trksid=p2047675.l2559
Whatever.
Actually, it was the seller's feedback as both a buyer AND seller, NOT the product's.
I have almost 2000 feedback, but even I had only a couple of feedbacks at some point.
But, like I said, whatever.
Jun 20, 2017 14:08:55 #
Kissel vonKeister wrote:
It WAS?
That was my first thought too. I think he most likely forgot to put a, NOT, in there somewhere. It was just funny and if I were an angry person I might have gotten angry but I am not. I usually try to let common sense rule.
Dennis
Jun 20, 2017 14:22:44 #
dennis2146 wrote:
That was my first thought too. I think he most likely forgot to put a, NOT, in there somewhere. It was just funny and if I were an angry person I might have gotten angry but I am not. I usually try to let common sense rule.
Dennis
Dennis
Oh good grief! I did mean to write "not my intention". Good thing you realized that. Sorry again.
Jun 20, 2017 14:24:12 #
MadMikeOne wrote:
Oh good grief! I did mean to write "not my intention". Good thing you realized that. Sorry again.
Never a problem. Just cute. I have done the same thing both in writing and verbally. Let's move on.
Dennis
Jun 20, 2017 17:49:59 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
If you pass on the D500 you'll probably regret it. It's a wonderful camera.
andy69 wrote:
I have a Nikon d3000 I would like to upgrade. Most of my photos are of wildlife and high speed equine events
Jun 20, 2017 18:33:48 #
MadMikeOne wrote:
The price on that is not "1500 or under" as per OP's request.
The Nikon D7200 is pretty darn good for his purpose. I'm sure Canon hassome candidates, but I know very little about Canon models.
The Nikon D7200 is pretty darn good for his purpose. I'm sure Canon hassome candidates, but I know very little about Canon models.
The OP has Nikon so I would second your option of the D7200.
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Jun 21, 2017 06:37:00 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
andy69 wrote:
I have a Nikon d3000 I would like to upgrade. Most of my photos are of wildlife and high speed equine events
The best is only $150.00 over budget. https://smile.amazon.com/Nikon-D500-DX-Format-Digital-Body/dp/B01A7Q0J3Y/ref=sr_1_3?m=A2L77EE7U53NWQ&s=warehouse-deals&ie=UTF8&qid=1498041331&sr=1-3
Jun 21, 2017 08:21:49 #
jj56
Loc: Londonderry, NH
[quote= the Canon 7Dmkll can be bought for $1000 used and a used 100-400mkl for as low as $600. That is an awesome daylight nature set-up!!
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I've just done exactly that. I ended up with essentially a brand new 7DMk2 for $1200 (49 shutter actuations) and a canon 100-400 ver1 zoom for $750. Pricing is all over the map. New auctions for both show up regularly on Ebay but do your research. US models or "gray market" can be important if warrantee service is a concern and the items are still elegible for it. Know what you are buying. Study the auctions for a month or so before you act.
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I've just done exactly that. I ended up with essentially a brand new 7DMk2 for $1200 (49 shutter actuations) and a canon 100-400 ver1 zoom for $750. Pricing is all over the map. New auctions for both show up regularly on Ebay but do your research. US models or "gray market" can be important if warrantee service is a concern and the items are still elegible for it. Know what you are buying. Study the auctions for a month or so before you act.
Jun 21, 2017 19:33:17 #
7DMKII , Own one and love it. I shoot a lot of sports and for a crop sensor camera I get great results with my tamron 70-200mm f2.8VC lens and at 10 fps you might only like 1 or 2 shots but you have those 1 or 2 that are outstanding. Have shot a lot of nature shots, recently at a state park near Sarasota Florida. Great nature shots including many shots of gators in and out of water, most came out where I was very pleased. Pair that camera with the 70-200f2.8, a 24-70f2.8 and a nifty 50 and you have it covered. I like the 24-70 for indoor family shots. This has made my 5DMIII sit on the shelf for any sports action shots.
Jun 21, 2017 20:28:02 #
Totally agree. I also shoot sports & wildlife and have the Canon MII versions of the same lenses. Awesome results with the 7D MII. You can find refurbished at Canon USA. Comes with 1 yr. warranty. Just like new but saves dollars.
https://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/eos-7d-mark-ii-body-refurbished. Right now they do not have the 24 - 70 or the 70 - 200 refurbished, but they will in the future.
Mark
https://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/eos-7d-mark-ii-body-refurbished. Right now they do not have the 24 - 70 or the 70 - 200 refurbished, but they will in the future.
Mark
MidnightManiac wrote:
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Jun 21, 2017 22:40:30 #
Ltgk20
Loc: Salisbury, NC
Assuming you're wanting to stay in the Nikon camp, I've heard very good things about the 7200 and D500 (which is a beast). AS a couple suggested, if you're looking outside of Nikon, take a look at the A77ii as it's a very quick camera for the money.
Aug 1, 2017 19:48:49 #
I would say a used Nikon d500 which would run you about $1600 on amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Nikon-D500-DX-Format-Digital-Body/dp/B01A7Q0J3Y
Aug 2, 2017 05:43:20 #
andy69 wrote:
I have a Nikon d3000 I would like to upgrade. Most of my photos are of wildlife and high speed equine events
For the money, it's hard to beat a used Nikon D3S or even a D3 - $1500 and $1000 respectively. These will far outperform any APS-C camera without question.
I spent a lot of time shooting Hunter and Jumper events with a D200, D300 and D700 - no high speed camera required for that. But a good sense of timing to catch the horse as it cleared the bar with it's forelegs tucked under its chest is invaluable.
For wildlife, you'll appreciate the large buffer and frame rate and responsive AF system.
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