Best Beginner DSLR - a Nikon, a Canon, or a Pentax?
Aug 31, 2018 15:25:03 #
warrenvon wrote:
One easy suggestion is not to consider Pentax. The word about the web is that Pentax is on its way out.
They have stopped innovating and relying on their existing product camera line.
They have stopped innovating and relying on their existing product camera line.
The word about the web from who?
Aug 31, 2018 15:25:31 #
NCMtnMan wrote:
This is like asking which monitor looks best or which keyboard or mouse is best. These are all personal preferences based upon the likes of the user. What I or anyone else likes or thinks is better is really of no value in your decision with all makes and models being of reasonable features and quality. Go and try them out. See what feels comfortable. In other words, test drive them. Maybe rent the two you like best so you can see how well they perform for you.
That's easy, NC ... Asus Monitor, MS Keyboard, Logitech Mouse ...
This will be a b-day present for my lady, NC ... so, it really doesn't make any diff what feels good to me ... it's HER that counts, in that regard ...
But, you see - it's supposed to be a surprise, after all ....
Aug 31, 2018 15:33:30 #
shutterbob wrote:
There is no way that anyone can tell you which is ... (show quote)
The reason I didn't mention Sony, Bob ... is because Sony, technically - doesn't make any DSLRs ... only SLTs, and MILCs ....
So, to avoid any arguments such as the ones I have had, before - re: SLT or DSLR or ILC ... I decided not to even GO there ....
They do have an excellent beginner camera, it's true - in the alpha a68 ... but, it makes do with a slightly smaller LCD, so ... it's NOT in contention.
Also, this is going to be a present for my lady ... so, I want her to have the "latest and greatest" beginner DSLR, for which I have plenty of glass - dig?
Aug 31, 2018 15:37:37 #
Chris T wrote:
Of the following models, which would you consider to be the best, overall - for a relative newbie, to photography? ... Canon EOS Rebel T7, Nikon D3400, Canon EOS Rebel SL2, or a Pentax K-70? ... Please bear in mind, relative cost, and, of course - convenience of included features. Thanks so much! 
Here is a good comparison of the three best contenders according to what I've see on this thread. No opinions. As SGT. Friday used to say, "just the facts and only the facts". Good luck in your quest.
https://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/side-by-side?products=canon_eos750d&products=nikon_d3500&products=pentax_k70
Aug 31, 2018 15:41:25 #
Nosaj wrote:
The answer here is very easy (based on features, cost, quality, reliability): the Pentax K-70.
A second choice would be the Canon SL2.
But, if you're influenced by mass-market sales volume, then go with a Canon or Nikon as a first choice.
A second choice would be the Canon SL2.
But, if you're influenced by mass-market sales volume, then go with a Canon or Nikon as a first choice.
Oh, I agree with you, Nosaj ... the K-70 is an excellent choice, and with a flip-out screen, too ... plus, it's nice and compact - good for a lady's hands ...
The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 is also a great choice ... also on the small side ... AND with a flip-out screen, that's also Touch! ... can't go wrong, huh?
Plus, you can buy it in white ... which makes it a great complement to those super-long Canon lenses ....
But, now, Nikon has just released the D3500 ... the NEWEST beginner DSLR on the scene ... so ... have to see what's in THEIR magic bottle ...
Aug 31, 2018 15:44:05 #
wallingford wrote:
As a beginner with the camera , I always liked Canon because of the amount of information and books that I could find in the book stores. The other brands did not seem to have as much available.
Really, Wallingford? ... There are many Nikon info books available on the Net ... probably, at least one - for every Nikon ever made! ... Look harder!
Aug 31, 2018 15:51:10 #
agillot wrote:
my D300 has the auto sensor clean , never used it , a vacuum cleaner does the job just fine .
So, agillot ... the D300 does not clean the sensor, automatically - when you switch on, or switch off, huh?
The D3000 does ... and so does every Nikon DSLR ever made, actually - up to the D3400 ... which lacks this feature ... what a shame!!!
Unless you're referring to a battery-operated, hand-held vacuum - designed specifically FOR electronics, I'd advise keeping your house vacuum as far away from your cameras, as you possibly can ... you're talking about delicate electronics, and saving devices, which rely on lasers, and magnets, and such. Using a house vacuum anywhere NEAR a camera, could null the warranty, and will definitely MESS up - your SD cards ... please be careful!!!!
Aug 31, 2018 15:58:45 #
Burtzy wrote:
Go to a reputable dealer. Handle them all. Consider which one you like the feel of best and unless it is way out of your price range, get that one. They're all going to be good.
Burt ... the price I specified, earlier - more than which, I don't wish to spend - for a beginner camera for my lady - is $600 (prefer less, if possible) ...
Don't know about any reputable dealers around here ... they've all closed down ... leaving just Best Buy and BJ's and Costco and the like ...
I have handled some of them at Best Buy ... not the ones I've narrowed it down to, here, though ...
I appreciate your comment about them all going to be good ... I think you're right ... at least - the SL2, K-70, and D3500 ...
Just need to figure out WHICH of those three - might be the BEST - for her ....
Aug 31, 2018 16:02:31 #
shangyrhee
Loc: Nashville TN to Sacramento CA
Chris T wrote:
Burt ... the price I specified, earlier - more tha... (show quote)
Get Pentax K 70 if she is a wise person like me LOL. Shang
Aug 31, 2018 16:08:29 #
chrisg-optical wrote:
I think that question is like asking "What's ... (show quote)
Chris ... what? ... no American cars, there? ... My, oh, my - what is the world coming to?
Of course, in the camera world, we are dealing with ONLY Eastern Asian product (Japan, China, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Taiwan) ...
The field has already been narrowed down, somewhat - by the question ... DSLR ... NOT MILC ... so, Oly/Panny/Fuji/Sony - are all out ...
I do know about the neglect of the D3400 ... the question is - does the new D3500 follow suit, or not? ... If so - it's also out ... drop back to D3300!
Now - compared with the Nikon D3300 ... is that a better product, than the Pentax K-70 (doubt it!) or the Canon EOS Rebel SL2? ... aaaaaah ... er ....
Aug 31, 2018 16:10:08 #
shangyrhee wrote:
Get Pentax K 70 if she is a wise person like me LOL. Shang
Shang ... why did you pick the K-70 over the rest of the crowd?
Aug 31, 2018 16:16:50 #
dixiebeachboy wrote:
If you don't look at Sony you are not looking for the best for newbe or a pro! What ever you choose learn what that piece of equipment can do in your hands.
Dixie ... I deliberately left out Sony ... as they really don't make DSLRs ... just MILCs ... oh, and a couple of SLTs ... er, I mean ILCs ...
Still trying to figure out what a zebra is - on my a77 II ... much too complicated a dig cam - for my lady ... and waaaaaaay too expensive, too ...
Aug 31, 2018 16:20:08 #
shangyrhee
Loc: Nashville TN to Sacramento CA
Chris T wrote:
Shang ... why did you pick the K-70 over the rest of the crowd?
On the basis of my 3years experience of shooting. Of course I did study other candidates and visited local camera shops. I feel Pentax K 70 is the best value and it is not too big or heavy but built like an armored vehicle ( not a tank) Haha. Shang
Aug 31, 2018 16:25:46 #
Al Freeedman wrote:
The Canon T6i is full featured and easy to learn. Go with the T7 if you are more interested in movies.
Captain Al
Captain Al
Thanks for your input, Al ... the T6i - whilst a very capable camera ... is older technology ... 19 focus points instead of 45 - big diff! ... not full DPAF ...
The T7 ... uses the same 24MP sensor as the EOS 80D!!!! ... plus, it's a beginner ... and has all those aids focused at beginners ....
The Canon EOS Rebel SL2 ... ALSO has that same sensor, now ... PLUS the flip-out touch screen ... only thing is - it's smaller ...
... which may well be beneficial for my lady - for whom it's going to be a B-Day present ... (she didn't give ME anything for mine - naturally!) ...
Aug 31, 2018 16:39:12 #
PhotogHobbyist wrote:
I am a Pentaxian from many years experience. My p... (show quote)
And a very good two cents worth it is, PH ... I appreciate the input ... I am leaning towards the Pentax K-70, and not based on price, alone ...
Mamiya has converted, kinda ... did you know that, PH ? ... the reorganized outfit is now known as Phase One ...
Tell you a secret, PH ... the first 35mm SLR I ever bought was a Mamiya/Sekor ... then, a couple of years later, picked up an RB67, then, a Universal - both gone, now, though!
Minolta, of course (along with their adoption of Konica) went to Sony on the buy-out ... and the Sony alpha a-mount DSLRs are still Minolta mounts ....
So, if you buy any of those - a57, a58, a68, a77, a77 II, a99, a99 II - you will be able to use ANY of your old Minolta lenses on it - directly ... neat, huh?
I remember Petri ... considered a purchase, at one time ... there were so many brands, back then (in the 70s) ... weren't there? ... oh, well!!!
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