Finally going digital
Aug 2, 2013 10:51:31 #
I am a retired semipro with decades of use of a Canon F-1 and fd prime lenses. I finally want to go to a digital camera mostly to shoot pics of familly landscapes and pets. I am considering a 60d or 7d or a nikon 7000. I think I am better off with a less expensive body the 60d so I can get better glass. I am a big guy with extra large hands so I will also a grip to. Any suggestions would be helpful.
Aug 2, 2013 10:55:21 #
You will find the performance of todays digital bodies and high-end zooms will make you wonder why you didn't switch long ago.
I recommend the 7D over the 60D for build quality. For Nikon I highly recommend the D7100, its an amazing camera and the pinnacle of crop sensor designs on the market today.
I recommend the 7D over the 60D for build quality. For Nikon I highly recommend the D7100, its an amazing camera and the pinnacle of crop sensor designs on the market today.
Aug 2, 2013 11:10:13 #
Welcome to the forum boberic. You are among friend so take your shoes off and stay a while.
MT Shooter is one the most knowledgeable people on the forum. You can trust what he says.
Here is a site that compares one camera to another and tells you why it likes one over the other. Here's a link
http://snapsort.com/compare/Canon_EOS_7D-vs-Nikon-D7100
If you have a brick and mortar shop near you, see which feels best in your hands.
Welcome again. Lets see some of your work.
MT Shooter is one the most knowledgeable people on the forum. You can trust what he says.
Here is a site that compares one camera to another and tells you why it likes one over the other. Here's a link
http://snapsort.com/compare/Canon_EOS_7D-vs-Nikon-D7100
If you have a brick and mortar shop near you, see which feels best in your hands.
Welcome again. Lets see some of your work.
Aug 2, 2013 11:49:59 #
If you check my website all the shots taken of surf are 60D and Sigma 120-500, also weddings, I have 2 x D7000s as well for the sports shots, powerboats, motocross and jetski
Would be nice to see in the profile where you live
Would be nice to see in the profile where you live
Aug 2, 2013 12:11:03 #
Just about all of us older film shooters get drug over the line eventually to the digital world. I think you will enjoy the change.
Aug 2, 2013 13:14:41 #
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Aug 2, 2013 14:12:43 #
You, I think, still appreciate the special effect that film still has. I used to do all my own B&W work I used diafine and panatomic X pushed 4 stops and have grainless 16X24 prints displayed . I allways thought that color was distracting. I guess I finally have to join the 21st century.
Aug 2, 2013 19:57:36 #
boberic wrote:
You, I think, still appreciate the special effect that film still has. I used to do all my own B&W work I used diafine and panatomic X pushed 4 stops and have grainless 16X24 prints displayed . I allways thought that color was distracting. I guess I finally have to join the 21st century.
Aug 2, 2013 20:36:17 #
if like me you have generous sized paws, you might consider a 1D Mark something. I use 1 D Mk II's 8.5 frames per second when set on kill, or 3 FPS continuous shooting on slow, Comfy in the hand, reasonable price allows resources for great glass.
1Ds Mk II slows down continuous shooting to 4 fps, but gives 11 mp over 8 mp on the 1D MkII.
I shoot some amount of sports so speed is required.
I also shoot 50D and 60D and with battery grips they are about the same in configuration added resolution 15 and 18 MP. The 50D is built like a tank, the 60D is lighter and features an articulating screen.
All great cameras
1Ds Mk II slows down continuous shooting to 4 fps, but gives 11 mp over 8 mp on the 1D MkII.
I shoot some amount of sports so speed is required.
I also shoot 50D and 60D and with battery grips they are about the same in configuration added resolution 15 and 18 MP. The 50D is built like a tank, the 60D is lighter and features an articulating screen.
All great cameras
Aug 3, 2013 07:14:34 #
Certainly the advice above is great and if your present lenses fit, fantastic. Canon, Nikon, Sony, etc. are all good to great, but Canon people usually stick with Canon, if not for the lenses, then Brand Loyalty. I went with Sony because I had Minolta and my stable of Maxxium lenses from 1985 on fit the Alpha Sony Cameras, with a twist and a click.
All these DSLRs are great, but bulky and not something you carry for 24/7. So in addition to the new Canon, perhaps a second camera that fits neatly in a belt pack along with you $/ID an extra battery/memory.
Having a small camera with you at all times is Key. Sensors are getting larger, lenses zoom further, and the onboard electronics has matured. These small cameras will take better photos than any DSLR in the backpack back at home on the shelf. Why, simply because they are there when a photo opportunity presents itself.
Many will advise you to get PS, but the learning curve is steep and long. Better to start with PSElements, or PaintShop Pro (more comparable to PS and lower cost than PSE. PSP and PSE will do as much as you can digest starting in digital. I find the Topaz Bundle a great help PS is a hand saw requiring learned skills: Topaz is a Skil Saw that is laser controlled and automated!! Check it out at TopazLabs.com Of Course, for shooting RAW (the negative film equivalent) I think the above advisers would suggest Adobe Lightroom. (Plenty of people speak Lightroom's language and will hold your hand)
One last thing, buy only the latest fastest memory speed class 10, too many places pass off 4 because it is "sufficient" NOT. Have fun.. Digital is not just great, it is the now and the future.
All these DSLRs are great, but bulky and not something you carry for 24/7. So in addition to the new Canon, perhaps a second camera that fits neatly in a belt pack along with you $/ID an extra battery/memory.
Having a small camera with you at all times is Key. Sensors are getting larger, lenses zoom further, and the onboard electronics has matured. These small cameras will take better photos than any DSLR in the backpack back at home on the shelf. Why, simply because they are there when a photo opportunity presents itself.
Many will advise you to get PS, but the learning curve is steep and long. Better to start with PSElements, or PaintShop Pro (more comparable to PS and lower cost than PSE. PSP and PSE will do as much as you can digest starting in digital. I find the Topaz Bundle a great help PS is a hand saw requiring learned skills: Topaz is a Skil Saw that is laser controlled and automated!! Check it out at TopazLabs.com Of Course, for shooting RAW (the negative film equivalent) I think the above advisers would suggest Adobe Lightroom. (Plenty of people speak Lightroom's language and will hold your hand)
One last thing, buy only the latest fastest memory speed class 10, too many places pass off 4 because it is "sufficient" NOT. Have fun.. Digital is not just great, it is the now and the future.
Aug 3, 2013 08:52:43 #
boberic wrote:
I am a retired semipro with decades of use of a Canon F-1 and fd prime lenses. I finally want to go to a digital camera mostly to shoot pics of familly landscapes and pets. I am considering a 60d or 7d or a nikon 7000. I think I am better off with a less expensive body the 60d so I can get better glass. I am a big guy with extra large hands so I will also a grip to. Any suggestions would be helpful.
Welcome to our forum! I'm a former Long Island resident.
Aug 3, 2013 10:40:27 #
the problem here is that monry is a consideration. If otherwise I would go get a 1dX and all L glass. But I don't have a spare $12000 around the house, so I will probably go to a Nikon d7000 or a Canon 7d and a sigma 18-200 mm. I appreciate the help, thanks
Aug 3, 2013 11:33:35 #
Haa.. House, just mortgage the house and you have the $12000. Simple as that boberic
Since $ is an issue, as it is with me, start small with the 24/7 camera and the software. You will enjoy the spontaneity and the simplicity of shooting. I have a Panasonic ZS20 which is over a year old, it is the same as the Leica, and uses the Leica 20x lens. The price on that is about $200 now that it is last years model. There are of course newer, this year, 24/7s with larger sensors, but the price is considerably higher.
Paintshop Pro Ultimate is as little as $50. Topaz on sale is often on significant sale. Watch a webinar and get 30%. Labor day is coming and i suspect you will get 40% off.
With this set up you can work magic and be as artistic as you wish or be as standard as you wish. I have two Sony DSLRs and do most of my shooting with my sidearm, the ZS20!
Since $ is an issue, as it is with me, start small with the 24/7 camera and the software. You will enjoy the spontaneity and the simplicity of shooting. I have a Panasonic ZS20 which is over a year old, it is the same as the Leica, and uses the Leica 20x lens. The price on that is about $200 now that it is last years model. There are of course newer, this year, 24/7s with larger sensors, but the price is considerably higher.
Paintshop Pro Ultimate is as little as $50. Topaz on sale is often on significant sale. Watch a webinar and get 30%. Labor day is coming and i suspect you will get 40% off.
With this set up you can work magic and be as artistic as you wish or be as standard as you wish. I have two Sony DSLRs and do most of my shooting with my sidearm, the ZS20!
Aug 3, 2013 11:33:59 #
If you are concerned about getting better glass, consider getting a DSLR that can use an adapter for those older Canon lens. I spent $44.00 on an adapter for my Pentax and can now use the ones for the M series with my K10-d.
Something else to consider, and welcome to the digital world, you'll love it!
Something else to consider, and welcome to the digital world, you'll love it!
boberic wrote:
I am a retired semipro with decades of use of a Canon F-1 and fd prime lenses. I finally want to go to a digital camera mostly to shoot pics of familly landscapes and pets. I am considering a 60d or 7d or a nikon 7000. I think I am better off with a less expensive body the 60d so I can get better glass. I am a big guy with extra large hands so I will also a grip to. Any suggestions would be helpful.
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