Canon vs Nikon
Feb 14, 2014 17:10:54 #
Nosaj wrote:
Sorry about that - It was wolfd's comment I was agreeing with.
Use the "Quote Reply" tab so the post you are responding to is included. That makes things easier.
Feb 14, 2014 17:17:42 #
Thanks for the reminder. I was so exited to see a reply from someone with whom I agree that, in haste, I forgot.
Feb 14, 2014 17:37:43 #
Nosaj wrote:
Thanks for the reminder. I was so exited to see a reply from someone with whom I agree that, in haste, I forgot.
Nosaj, I feel your excitement. My first SLR was a Spotmatic. That little camera servered me very well. When I looked at DSLR's I was heartbroken that they no longer the everyday shooters I had known.
But, YOU obviously still feel the rush. I now shoot Canon, but they don't give me a rush, they are just what I feel is the best tool. Other than that, I have much more fond memories to my little Pentax and Petri rangefinder.
May all your shots be keepers. ;-)
SS
Feb 14, 2014 17:57:44 #
wasatch wrote:
I'll jump in. My first SLR was a Praktica. I had... (show quote)
I would not get caught up in the file size or Mega Pixel images. A 15 Mega Pixel photo taken with a medium format Mamiya or Hasselblad digital back will blow the quality of a Nikon 35 Mega Pixel D800 image out of the water. A 42 mega pixel cell phone image taken with a minuscule small sensor is crap. If you know how to achieve proper white balance, color should never be an issue. Most people don't even know what white balance is, thus your comment about over saturation. Any camera will achieve accurate color if you know how to use it.
If you are not selling images in sizes of over 36", all that extra fluff will cost you huge money in new OS, storage, faster computers, and on and on. If you are not selling images, a basic camera is all that you need if you know how to take pictures. Buy the features you know you will use and pass on the rest.
Feb 14, 2014 18:02:05 #
Brent Rowlett wrote:
I would not get caught up in the file size or Mega... (show quote)
Yeah Brent, you tell'm! :lol:
SS
Feb 14, 2014 18:08:46 #
amehta wrote:
They are not looking for the ratings, they are looking for real-world experience. The ratings are also a little skewed, because most people who get an Olympus or Sony DSLR decided that it was specifically better for their needs than a Canon or Nikon, so they will be more satisfied with it. There are enough people who get a Canon or Nikon DSLR because it's there in Walmart or Best Buy, but it may not be the best fit, so the satisfaction numbers are affected.
Even though I shoot Canon and tethered from way back, I would not be opposed to trying the new Olympus with great reviews. And I have been told that Sony makes the sensors for most cameras, so there you go. I wish all of you shooting with Olympus and Sony the best. Cameras and Photoshop do not make the photographer. When shooting raw, your talent in composing the image, seeing the light or creating the light, and a little post processing knowledge will make the choice of cameras minor in the aggregate.
Feb 14, 2014 19:30:41 #
wolfd
Loc: Vancouver, Canada
Nosaj wrote:
Sorry about that - It was wolfd's comment I was agreeing with.
Thanks Nosaj.
Feb 14, 2014 19:54:37 #
Either Canon or Nikon, both make excellent camera's and leap frog each other with each new model. I would stick with these two brands because all third parties make accessories for them, which cannot be said for Olympus or Pentax. Any one who says one brand is better than the other is just blowing smoke to make themselves feel better with their choice. The choice of lens and accessories for these two brands should limit you to them unless you need a camera for extreme environment conditions where Olympus excels. I shoot Canon my best friend shoots Nikon and neither one of us has regretted his choice! Good luck on whichever one you chose!
Feb 14, 2014 20:25:36 #
Reddog wrote:
Either Canon or Nikon, both make excellent camera'... (show quote)
I agree with your comments. For old timers that used film, one of the main drawbacks of digital photography is the limited dynamic range of the potential photo to 5, maybe 6 f-stops. Digital cameras have never been able to equal the dynamic range of film.
My friend claims the new Olympus EM-1 gives him 7+ f-stops of range. I have looked for this in print reviews, and cannot find it. If this is so, this would be huge and something of importance to equal for other brands. Imagine the elimination of HDR photography and the improved image if digital cameras could capture 9 to 11 f-stops of range.
Feb 14, 2014 22:01:47 #
skinFNP wrote:
I presently use an olympus Evolt 620 and am thinki... (show quote)
I think the Nikon D7100 for $1146.95 (Body only) at B&H is a very good buy. What an awesome camera having the same auto focus system as the D800. It is also very fast at I believe 10 fps.
Feb 14, 2014 22:01:53 #
wasatch wrote:
I'll jump in.
Two years ago a friend of mine with a Canon 70D and I took portraits for my LDS Ward (congregation). I was shooting raw and I think he was also, but he may have shot jpeg. His images were oversaturated and were difficult to work with. Mine seemed to accurately represent what the scene was.
Maybe it is just personal preference, but I will buy Nikon in the future.
Two years ago a friend of mine with a Canon 70D and I took portraits for my LDS Ward (congregation). I was shooting raw and I think he was also, but he may have shot jpeg. His images were oversaturated and were difficult to work with. Mine seemed to accurately represent what the scene was.
Maybe it is just personal preference, but I will buy Nikon in the future.
70D didn't come out until 2013. Maybe a 7D??
Bill
Feb 14, 2014 22:14:34 #
wasatch
Loc: Salt Lake City, UT
No it was two years ago. I may be wrong on his camera model. Maybe it was a 7D or something.
Feb 14, 2014 22:16:04 #
Feb 15, 2014 06:40:00 #
when you ask about a new camera I would like it if you would give a price range. i'm just courious as to how many on this site have deep pockets.
Feb 15, 2014 07:30:33 #
skinFNP wrote:
I presently use an olympus Evolt 620 and am thinki... (show quote)
All I can say is that by asking this question here , thediscussion could continue forever. Find a good camera retailer, get some hands on with each brand until you find one that feels right for you. It's not the camera that takes the great shot, its the user. I own a Nikon D3100 kit, bought a 55-200 zoom re furb and am having some success. Would I like to own a D7100, you bet, but right now it's out of my price range. Good luck, and by all means lets us know what you get and post some pics.
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