And the Final answer on Canon vs Nikon
Feb 6, 2014 20:15:02 #
I agree. People bring this up at least once a week, then, ad naseum, people make an argument for one brand versus the other, but there are so many good cameras that will take great pictures. I am a Canon person since the 1960s, but I have shot with Topcon, Olympus, Mamiya, Pentax, Kodak, Nikon, Canon and probably some other brands that I can't recall. People should focus on taking good pictures, not what camera brand, or what lens, and so on. Lot of wasted time on this issue, over and over again. Makes me want to quit but I perverse and I stay on.
Feb 6, 2014 21:03:43 #
sirlensalot
Loc: Arizona
CHOLLY wrote:
You forget the Mavica. ;) br br But their DSLR ad... (show quote)
I am pretty sure that's why I said? I guess we're in agreement!
Feb 6, 2014 22:31:55 #
Again, the best camera is.............................the one you have with you!
Feb 6, 2014 22:49:01 #
Feb 6, 2014 22:59:15 #
texasdan78070
Loc: Texas Hill Country
Ford or Chevy? Canon or Nikon? You can buy a camera for less than $100 that will take a picture that could win a contest for ya. There's a lot of companies out there that keeps competition on the cutting edge. Buy what you like and have fun with it. Just saying....
Feb 6, 2014 23:44:04 #
bnwarner wrote:
The cost of investment for someone that is planning on stapping vacation shots doesn't warrant a real investment in equipment. An enthusiast is much more apt to make a real investment than an amateur.
:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: True so true....I'm switching from a Pentax system to a canon system and it's very costly...but for bif and action Canon or Nikon is the way to go. Stay with those two... both make quality gear that keep there value....My Pentax k5 is now worth about $350.00 (used) the Nikon d7000 is still around $1000.00 (used) and the canon 7d is around 1000.00 (used)...the k5 is much newer technology than the 7d or d7000....but just because it's newer doesn't make it better.
Feb 7, 2014 01:00:47 #
bnwarner wrote:
Good camera if you aren't in need equipment or repairs on a remote shoot, the odds of having Sony replacements available is much less apt to be available.
Yes, but can't you also listen to music on a Sony?
Feb 7, 2014 03:52:28 #
KotaKrome wrote:
Yes, but can't you also listen to music on a Sony?
Probably not, but I'm sure they will play games with you! :lol:
They're better at that than cameras!
SS
Feb 7, 2014 08:26:23 #
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Feb 7, 2014 09:37:49 #
The answer is not what I recommend or what I feel is right for you. The answer is, man up and learn to make a decision, and then live with its benefits or consequences.
Start with what you think is important to you, based on what you need or want now, and what you envision needing in the future. If you get to the point where you just can't decide between the choices, buy something and get on with it. Don't go nuts on additional lenses until you have the experience of shooting a variety of things. If you don't like the camera, trade it in on another brand. If you like it, buy a lens or two...
Frankly, no one can tell you what to do...hope this doesn't come across as harsh--I don't mean it that way
Start with what you think is important to you, based on what you need or want now, and what you envision needing in the future. If you get to the point where you just can't decide between the choices, buy something and get on with it. Don't go nuts on additional lenses until you have the experience of shooting a variety of things. If you don't like the camera, trade it in on another brand. If you like it, buy a lens or two...
Frankly, no one can tell you what to do...hope this doesn't come across as harsh--I don't mean it that way
Feb 7, 2014 09:42:54 #
Terry Scott Reed wrote:
The answer is not what I recommend or what I feel ... (show quote)
Good comment, makes sense.
:thumbup:
Feb 7, 2014 10:29:29 #
Terry Scott Reed wrote:
The answer is not what I recommend or what I feel ... (show quote)
Not harsh at all. Well said. :thumbup:
Feb 7, 2014 11:26:56 #
I have been using Nikon equipment in the film days. There lenses were so good that Pros were using them in their Contax cameras. I have stuck with them in their digital days. They were into photography yonks before Canon got started.
Feb 7, 2014 11:32:10 #
The thing is, EVERY brand offers cameras that can and WILL do what 90% of photographers need done.
So all things being NEARLY equal, that when intangibles come into play.
There are lots of Canon cameras on the market. Nikons are sold in the big box stores. Sony's are easy to use and VERY innovative. And that's not even including Olympus, Pentax, or Fuji. Each brand offers something that the others don't, or does something a little better than the others.
The problem is, once you buy a system you are financially locked into that system as soon as you replace that kit lens with something else. So your choice of camera is critical from the very beginning.
So all things being NEARLY equal, that when intangibles come into play.
There are lots of Canon cameras on the market. Nikons are sold in the big box stores. Sony's are easy to use and VERY innovative. And that's not even including Olympus, Pentax, or Fuji. Each brand offers something that the others don't, or does something a little better than the others.
The problem is, once you buy a system you are financially locked into that system as soon as you replace that kit lens with something else. So your choice of camera is critical from the very beginning.
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