Pet Peeve-Terminology of "Entry Level"
Oct 26, 2012 12:23:38 #
Oct 26, 2012 13:19:42 #
LEGALDR wrote:
Having used a number of cameras over the years, Br... (show quote)
Excellent camera. I shoot Canon dslr cameras, two of them, and enjoy them both very much.
I too have had problems with that term. Now I think of it as
"consumer level". That basically says it's not a "professional level" camera. Professional cameras are built to take lots more abuse and constant handling and work day in and day out. Consumer level cameras are a bit more fragile and built for the non pro.
Consumer level sounds better to me so that's what I've been using of late.
Have fun with your t2i, you're going to enjoy it. And yes, you're correct.
The only reason I can think to upgrade would be because you fell victim to the marketing onslaught and that's not really even a good excuse.
Good Luck
Oct 26, 2012 13:26:31 #
I love this thread. It allows so many to tell what it's REALLY all about, good lenses and a good eye! Thanks for starting this!
Oct 26, 2012 13:26:58 #
Greetings to all and thanks for your kind responses and generous input. I have decided that I will use the terminology "semi-pro" when I refer to my Canon T2i. The terminology of "entry level" will be reserved for my tennis, chess, painting, gardening, and discussions with my wife.
Oct 26, 2012 13:32:28 #
Greetings to all and thanks for your kind responses and generous input. I have decided that I will use the terminology "semi-pro" when I refer to my Canon T2i. The terminology of "entry level" will be reserved for my tennis, chess, painting, gardening, and discussions with my wife.
Oct 26, 2012 13:46:10 #
LEGALDR wrote:
Greetings to all and thanks for your kind responses and generous input. I have decided that I will use the terminology "semi-pro" when I refer to my Canon T2i. The terminology of "entry level" will be reserved for my tennis, chess, painting, gardening, and discussions with my wife.
Point well taken.
Oct 26, 2012 14:11:03 #
LEGALDR wrote:
Greetings to all and thanks for your kind responses and generous input. I have decided that I will use the terminology "semi-pro" when I refer to my Canon T2i. The terminology of "entry level" will be reserved for my tennis, chess, painting, gardening, and discussions with my wife.
Sensible idea!
Oct 26, 2012 16:17:12 #
Oct 26, 2012 16:27:48 #
GrandmaJoy
Loc: North Carolina
I just bought a SX40, received a cheat sheet from a good guy here on UHH. I copied the entire manual, two pages per sheet and had the papers cut at staples. Going to put them in a spiral notebook and read page by page. I would like to get one good shot before I have to read all the instructions.
Oct 26, 2012 16:36:48 #
GrandmaJoy wrote:
I just bought a SX40, received a cheat sheet from a good guy here on UHH. I copied the entire manual, two pages per sheet and had the papers cut at staples. Going to put them in a spiral notebook and read page by page. I would like to get one good shot before I have to read all the instructions.
Perhaps this is as good a place as any for me to ask, "Why"? Some time ago, my Dr. prescribed sumthin' that had a fairly omminous reputation. I asked and he answered that it was universally the best for the ailment, but if misused, could deliver detrimental results and then he used the current Chevrolet as an example---'there are more of those sold, so you are gonna hear about "more problems". Which brings me back to "WHY". Why are there so many Nikon and Cannon annomolies With all the various names prominently placed on the top front of most all SLR's seems someone would experience a hic-up with another brand?????? Why not?
Oct 26, 2012 17:02:21 #
As an avid recreational sailer and photography hobbyist, I note a fundamental difference between sailboats and cameras. Unlike the boats the "rigging" (lenses and other accessories) seem to last longer than the "hull" (camera body)
Oct 26, 2012 17:10:54 #
GrandmaJoy
Loc: North Carolina
Why I bought the SX40. Because I wanted a camera and it was on sale at Target and I had read some good things about it. I don't have a preference in cameras because I don't have the experience that most UHH members have. As far as the instructions. I don't like to read online therefore copying made sense so I can highlight the basics and make notes of my mistakes and successes. I should have posted my reply under one of the quotes about instructions for dummies. Now I have confused my postings. My answer is for Gramps.
Oct 26, 2012 17:11:10 #
jerryc41 wrote:
That's what I need - a Luxury Camera.
Screamin Scott wrote:
I just call them "base" models. As in the case of autos, as the trim list goes up (again in auto technology), you have mid level & then the top end then becomes the "luxury" version. ( can you tell I worked in the auto industry before retiring)
That's what I need - a Luxury Camera.
That's what I have a base model Oldsmobile (that is what I drive and an old one like me).... my camera matches. Although to me it is a top of the line Bridge Camera, which in and of itself is another term. The tweener (that makes me feel younger) So I will go with I have a Tweener and I expect it will be just all I need for a long long long time :lol: . :mrgreen:
Oct 26, 2012 18:46:31 #
GrandmaJoy wrote:
Why I bought the SX40. Because I wanted a camera ... (show quote)
I am totally happy with the Digital SLR that took the attached pictures. I have been a customer of this particular camera company since they were "Honewell". My question is rather hazy, but let's see if this clarifies it any? Why are their more problems associated with ease of use, focus, compatability of lenses, in essence are the problems perceived or real--- every time I have come up against a perceived problem, my owners manual proved it was operator error rather than equipment failure. Which brings me 360 back to my original question, Why? If everyone of us, took the same picture with the our own camera, using similar lens, exposure, lighting, well you know the drill, would anyone be able to tell the differences. NO pp, no gimmicks, pure talent eye to lens to trigger.
Oct 26, 2012 19:02:10 #
jerryc41 wrote:
That's what I need - a Luxury Camera.
Screamin Scott wrote:
I just call them "base" models. As in the case of autos, as the trim list goes up (again in auto technology), you have mid level & then the top end then becomes the "luxury" version. ( can you tell I worked in the auto industry before retiring)
That's what I need - a Luxury Camera.
With Corinthian leather!
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