Nikon or Canon
Nov 16, 2011 10:08:21 #
KarlB, you are correct, it is not the IS model but it would give me a start in the L series of lens if I go Canon and it will not drain the bank account and my wife would be happy about that.
Nov 16, 2011 11:51:17 #
Unk
No doubt about it you can get a lot of camera in either brand. And if you really wanted to you could get adapter rings to use your old lenses on a new camera in manual settings of course.
No doubt about it you can get a lot of camera in either brand. And if you really wanted to you could get adapter rings to use your old lenses on a new camera in manual settings of course.
Nov 16, 2011 12:28:52 #
Vi wrote:
Go to a camera shop in your area and see which one feels more comfortable in your hands and while you are using it.
This is a good idea. However, I would make a special plea that if you consult a local dealer for advice, please buy from him/her. Yes, independent dealers may charge more than internet stores, but they provide services not available from larger places - they can answer questions and permit you to handle equipment. Personal service is the main thing supplied by local dealers. Don't stiff them.
Nov 16, 2011 12:50:21 #
Nov 16, 2011 15:08:44 #
I liked the specs on a Canon, picked up a Sony instead once I had both in my hand. You can go into the shop and handle the camera. If you don't want to bother the guys in the camera store, they probably have both at a place like Best Buy. You can make up the time thing, buy something like your memory cards, filters, etc. The glass you have is a major factor, and for the most part I have Nikon and Sony. Your glass for Canon, if not EOS is something you will never use. You can sell it to offset your cost.
Nov 16, 2011 15:26:35 #
I believe one thing has not been brought up. I've owned Nikon and Canon (currently shooting Canon). One thing that I really appreciate about Canon is that you can independently set the background exposure and the flash output exposure. To my knowledge you can't do that with Nikon..or any other brand camera for that matter. Example...I can set my background exposure to -2 stops and the flash output to +1, 2, or even +3 stops. I get great shots with the background darker than the subject (usually a portrait).
Nov 16, 2011 15:57:48 #
donrent
Loc: Punta Gorda , Fl
if you already have some canon lenses...stick with canon.
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Make sure your OLD lenses will still fit the new Canons...
If your old lenses are of the EF mount, then there are new Canons that will be compatible...
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Make sure your OLD lenses will still fit the new Canons...
If your old lenses are of the EF mount, then there are new Canons that will be compatible...
Nov 16, 2011 16:02:38 #
Nov 16, 2011 16:18:22 #
Nov 16, 2011 16:55:42 #
donrent wrote:
According to the Original Post, all his lenses are FD- generation, so will not fit the new (1986+) digital bodies without an adapter. That's why I said his old lenses are not worth considering as part of the deal. At this stage, whether he goes Canon, Nikon, or Kodak Brownie, they won't make a big difference.if you already have some canon lenses...stick with canon.
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Make sure your OLD lenses will still fit the new Canons...
If your old lenses are of the EF mount, then there are new Canons that will be compatible...
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Make sure your OLD lenses will still fit the new Canons...
If your old lenses are of the EF mount, then there are new Canons that will be compatible...
Nov 16, 2011 19:00:23 #
Certainly if you have Canon gear that will work on the Canon, I would think it silly to jump ship to Nikon. (I might be a little prejudiced though!)If you were happy with Canon in the past, you will most likely be happy with a new one. If not, you might not be happy with the Nikon either though. Hold both in your hands and see how they feel and work for you. In the end, the photographer will be the most important part of any camera taking good -great - or amazing images.
Just my 2ยข worth
Just my 2ยข worth
Nov 16, 2011 20:39:04 #
Unclewiggley wrote:
br I have 2 old Canons a T90 and AE1 Program so... (show quote)
Unca
If you own a T90 you're a Canon man. I had two T90s and went through the same thing. True the FDs won't do you any good. Yes the 70/200 is very good. Very light and compact. Many pros use the non "is" for that reason. In good light your speed is up anyway. I don't know anything about the 60D but if the two are arguably on par with each other one thing that nobody has brought up is that Canons have the best video. I know that the 60d is a new model release which means it has the latest innovatios. I would buy it because of the video.
I checked at shop.usa.canon and both lens and cam are in stock refubished. Body is $799 and 70/200 is $567 and check with them to see if the cam is currently on the loyalty program and save maybe a couple hundred more. I buy as much of my gear as I can this way. You will have to pay tax I think. I would only go aftermarket if you can't afford the canon gear. In a couple of years you can sell the lens for what you paid or maybe more.
Nov 17, 2011 01:27:20 #
Both Canon and Nikon are good cameras. Which feels best to you? Which provides the feature you want? I know the Canon 60D is an excellent camera as 2 people in a recent workshop were using them. One had the Canon 18-200mm lens and the other used the 18-250mm Sigma. Both got excellent results photographing nature and wildlife. The Canon 70-200 you quoted is not a lens with IS and therefore I would recommend the Sigma 18-250 over that Canon lens.
Hard choice but I'd go Canon if it feels good in your hands. Better with high ISO. Better articulated LCD and a locking mode knob. I'd recommend the Vertical Battery Grip as your first accessory.
Your old canon lens are probably not EOS compatible and even if they did fit, WHY? They do not have as good of optics as the sigma 18-250 or the Canon 18-200.
With either ... have fun!
Hard choice but I'd go Canon if it feels good in your hands. Better with high ISO. Better articulated LCD and a locking mode knob. I'd recommend the Vertical Battery Grip as your first accessory.
Your old canon lens are probably not EOS compatible and even if they did fit, WHY? They do not have as good of optics as the sigma 18-250 or the Canon 18-200.
With either ... have fun!
Nov 17, 2011 07:00:52 #
@ pawpaw: Which Nikon? Mine has the ability to shoot mirror up.
But back to the Nikon-Canon issue.... IMO it's all about "the feel" and the availability of lenses. Will you consider third party lenses? or just your brand?
B&H (and others of the ilk) make availability a "non-issue".
But back to the Nikon-Canon issue.... IMO it's all about "the feel" and the availability of lenses. Will you consider third party lenses? or just your brand?
B&H (and others of the ilk) make availability a "non-issue".
Nov 17, 2011 11:15:56 #
Those older FD mount lenses will not fit any of the newer Canon cameras. The new mount is an EF mount.
But, like most of the other replies, you need to see for yourself which "fits" you better. I tried Nikon several years ago and really did not like it. To me, everything was backwards and hard to learn. But everyone has their own tastes and styles.
I have worked at several camera stores and there are some cameras that I just cannot learn, and others that are so intuitive that I like them very much. Yet other people can pick up one I like and they can't figure it out. They pick the ones I don't like and they fall in love. It takes all kinds!
But, like most of the other replies, you need to see for yourself which "fits" you better. I tried Nikon several years ago and really did not like it. To me, everything was backwards and hard to learn. But everyone has their own tastes and styles.
I have worked at several camera stores and there are some cameras that I just cannot learn, and others that are so intuitive that I like them very much. Yet other people can pick up one I like and they can't figure it out. They pick the ones I don't like and they fall in love. It takes all kinds!
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