Asking advice for recommended dslr cameras
Dec 20, 2015 10:27:41 #
I'm planning in buying a second-hand dslr camera that is suitable taking wildlife photos (both for personal use and work in cases of photo ID of cetaceans and the sort). I'm also a first-time user/beginner when it comes to DSLR cameras and hoping to get one at a reasonable price.
I google searched the most recommended ones used in wildlife photography and I find these results:
Nikon: D3100, D3200, D7100, D7000, D4
Canon: 7D MK II, T5i, EOS 7D, EOS-1DX, powershot SX10IS
Panasonic: Lumix F2200, Lumix DMC-7220
Pentax: K-5 series
Olympus: SP-590V2
Sony: DSC-HX400V (or V/B, I'm unclear the difference between the models of this series; I just recently stumble upon this model in store last week)
Am sure I may have missed out a few more models that are better then the ones on the list above. I hear good things about the Nikon, Sony, and Canon brands and my impression tells me to look on what models they offer.
I would like to hear your opinion if I should go for any of the models on the list or suggest me a different one.
Thanks.
I google searched the most recommended ones used in wildlife photography and I find these results:
Nikon: D3100, D3200, D7100, D7000, D4
Canon: 7D MK II, T5i, EOS 7D, EOS-1DX, powershot SX10IS
Panasonic: Lumix F2200, Lumix DMC-7220
Pentax: K-5 series
Olympus: SP-590V2
Sony: DSC-HX400V (or V/B, I'm unclear the difference between the models of this series; I just recently stumble upon this model in store last week)
Am sure I may have missed out a few more models that are better then the ones on the list above. I hear good things about the Nikon, Sony, and Canon brands and my impression tells me to look on what models they offer.
I would like to hear your opinion if I should go for any of the models on the list or suggest me a different one.
Thanks.
Dec 20, 2015 10:47:51 #
T-Roxy wrote:
I'm planning in buying a second-hand dslr camera t... (show quote)
Being a Canon loyalist that's the only brand I recommend regardless of model.
Dec 20, 2015 10:51:01 #
T-Roxy wrote:
I'm planning in buying a second-hand dslr camera t... (show quote)
The D5300 is the best Nikon choice. 24MP sensor and included WIFI snd GPS, articulated screen, and 1/2 the weight of D7xxx. Available as refurb.
I much prefer the improved info screen for operation over the random buttons and unreadable green screen on the D7xxx. Takes same images as D7200 ( no low pass filter).
IMHO the only reason to consider a D7xxx is if you had a bunch of older Nikon lenses that needed a focusing motor in the camera. You do not.
The D5xxx operation is significantly advanced over the entry level D3xxx.
Dec 20, 2015 10:54:00 #
Another one you can throw in the mix is the Nikon D3300. Any brand DSLR with a good lens will give you good wildlife photo's. Good luck.
Dec 20, 2015 10:54:21 #
Try a preowned Canon 7D. You can pick them up for as little as $450 and they are still excellent wildlife cameras.
T-Roxy wrote:
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Dec 20, 2015 11:06:46 #
What about a lens? perhaps flip this quest around to search for what lens you need for wildlife and then find a body that's able to use it. You may find a hell of a great body but if you're stuck with an 18-55 lens.... maybe not so happy....
Dec 20, 2015 11:07:40 #
7D2 would be my choice. Of course I'm bias..:)
T-Roxy wrote:
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Dec 20, 2015 11:26:52 #
jimmya wrote:
Being a Canon loyalist that's the only brand I recommend regardless of model.
I am NOT a Canon loyalist, but when it comes to nature, I too would ONLY recommend a Canon!!!
If you have the money, there are some great deals out there on refurbed Canon 7Dll's.
If not, look for a decent used Canon 7D mkl! Another nature workhorse and probably less than $500. And the Canon nature lenses are the best!!
If you're not serious about nature, then anything else could do!!! :lol:
SS
Dec 20, 2015 11:35:33 #
cjkorb wrote:
Any brand DSLR with a good lens will give you good wildlife photo's. Good luck.
Spoken like a true non-action, non-nature shooter!!!!!! :lol:
SS
Dec 20, 2015 12:04:47 #
SharpShooter wrote:
Spoken like a true non-action, non-nature shooter!!!!!! :lol:
SS
SS
Ok so whats the advantage of a canon over any other dslr?
Aperture, Shutter speed, iso? Can't see that being different unless canon brings additional light. Maybe there is a particular lens with no equivalent?
Shutter delay maybe, burst speed?
Who's the most Canon biased on this site, hmm i can see where most fingers are pointing :)
You might be right about the canon 5D but at least point out the advantages :)
Dec 20, 2015 12:11:58 #
SharpShooter wrote:
The poster is a beginner and wants to buy a DSLR at a reasonable price. All the Canon shooter's are going to tell the poster to get a canon and all the Nikon shooter's will tell him to get a Nikon. Oh! and thanks for letting me know Canon makes a DSLR and lens specifically for wildlife.Spoken like a true non-action, non-nature shooter!!!!!! :lol:
SS
SS
Dec 20, 2015 12:15:08 #
blackest wrote:
It's no use, he's a moron.Ok so whats the advantage of a canon over any other dslr?
Aperture, Shutter speed, iso? Can't see that being different unless canon brings additional light. Maybe there is a particular lens with no equivalent?
Shutter delay maybe, burst speed?
Who's the most Canon biased on this site, hmm i can see where most fingers are pointing :)
You might be right about the canon 5D but at least point out the advantages :)
Aperture, Shutter speed, iso? Can't see that being different unless canon brings additional light. Maybe there is a particular lens with no equivalent?
Shutter delay maybe, burst speed?
Who's the most Canon biased on this site, hmm i can see where most fingers are pointing :)
You might be right about the canon 5D but at least point out the advantages :)
Dec 20, 2015 12:25:20 #
cjkorb wrote:
It's no use, he's a moron.
No to be fair to SS he isn't a moron but he does head the cheerleading squad for canon. (thats a picture that will require bleach to remove from the brain).
Any way Im pretty sure if anyone can support the argument for a canon mark II he can. I wouldn't have raised the question if I didn't feel he wasn't capable of justifying his position.
It will also help to identify the features the op should be looking for when choosing a camera.
Dec 20, 2015 12:28:39 #
cjkorb
Moron = canon hey?
Sorry, I have a nikon and I am called a moron
Therefore nikon = moron
Many here will agree with that
nikon = moron = canon = IWACS. NOW I understand your reasoning, you are an IWAC.
Moron = canon hey?
Sorry, I have a nikon and I am called a moron
Therefore nikon = moron
Many here will agree with that
nikon = moron = canon = IWACS. NOW I understand your reasoning, you are an IWAC.
Dec 20, 2015 12:39:18 #
Also look at Pentax K-3 price dropped on it after they brought out the K-3II.
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