canon vs: nikon
Aug 22, 2014 08:38:16 #
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Aug 22, 2014 08:41:36 #
kojak60 wrote:
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I will sum up the argument as to which is better in as few words as possible Yes No Maybe who cares?
Aug 22, 2014 08:43:28 #
Aug 22, 2014 08:50:35 #
Aug 22, 2014 08:52:04 #
kojak60 wrote:
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How to rate Canon vs Nikon - very difficult. If you threw Fuji x series into the mix, I'd go for the Fuji.
Aug 22, 2014 08:53:22 #
Dragonfly wrote:
isn't the answer to this minolta or pentax or......
no, Minolta or Sony. LOL
Aug 22, 2014 08:54:11 #
kojak60 wrote:
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This has been discussed many times before. Use the search function here to see what has been stated previously. Little changes.
Aug 22, 2014 08:57:56 #
Aug 22, 2014 08:58:14 #
kojak60 wrote:
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Sorry, it's a fools errand. They each are excellent and have their strengths and weaknesses. I was a Nikon shooter for 40+ years but, I'm sure I could have lived very nicely with Canon. Now, the universe is much broader, and, depending on what and how you shoot, there are mirror less cameras to choose from and at least 3 or 4 other DS LR's that, while not quite Nikon's or Canon's in my humble opinion, are pretty darn close.
Decide what and how you do most of your shooting and then read up on the cameras that are best at that, then go to a large camera store if you can and handle them. Then make your decision.
Aug 22, 2014 09:00:19 #
The OP only asked about Canon Or Nikon. Therefore bringing any other brand to the discussion is not appropriate
Aug 22, 2014 09:00:26 #
There are arguments going both ways, and then there are the proponents for Pentax, Minolta, Olympus, etc. Bottom line: it's not the camera that determines the quality of your photographs, it's your skill set. I've seen spectacular pictures taken with cheap point and shoots, even disposable cameras. I've seen horrible photos taken with the 'best' slr's.
Buy what is comfortable and affordable for you, learn how to use it and push yourself by trying new things.
Buy what is comfortable and affordable for you, learn how to use it and push yourself by trying new things.
Aug 22, 2014 09:01:27 #
Remove all the branding, hand them over to someone who has never shot either, then ask them to identify them. I'd love to see the results!
Aug 22, 2014 09:01:34 #
You are getting the answers you are getting because this subject has been beaten to death here. The Nikon people swear by the Nikons and the Canon people swear by the Canons. The best way to figure it out is to go to a camera store and hold them in your hands. Choose the one that feels best to you. Both brands are great so you can't go wrong. Once you choose which one fits your hands and feel best to you come back and ask about specific models in your price range. As Brian suggest, Nikon and Canon are not the only brands out there. Sony, Pentax, and Fuji are right there with Canon and Nikon. They all produce fine photos with the right person looking through the view finder. Find what is right for you.
Aug 22, 2014 09:04:31 #
kojak60 wrote:
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Kojak, welcome to the Hog!
Unfortunately, you started with a topic that has been discussed many times before, and really does not have an answer.
It's like asking what is the better car, a Chevvy or a Pontiac?
If you asked this question because you are considering buying a new camera, my first suggestion would be to go to a camera shop (NOT a big box store), and ask the staff about different models and brandnames.
If there is no camera store near you, there are a number of websites where you can find out the specs for specific cameras, and also compare several different cameras.
My favourite one is http://www.dpreview.com
BTW, my personal preference would be neither, it is Olympus!
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