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Dec 6, 2014 09:27:10 #

ozmerelda Loc: Osprey, FL

jerryc41 wrote:

Beautiful shots! I remember you posting that pic of the old maroon Chevy pickup.

:) :) :) :)

Dec 6, 2014 09:34:26 #

SonnyE Loc: Communist California, USA

You could go with a DSLR that fits your budget, and one of the latest All-In-One type lenses like say a Tamron 16-300mm.
Best of both ends there, Wide on the bottom end, but capable of bringing home some infinite details around the top end.

Dec 6, 2014 09:37:33 #

ottopj Loc: Annapolis, MD USA

sevegas wrote:

I do like the feel of the Canon cameras that I have picked up. I also am looking at the Sony A series cameras with the interchangeable lens. I need to get the feel for that one also. Thanks for the input!

I'm not sure if you really want to spend almost $2000 for a for your first DSLR and lenses.

If you like the feel of the Canon DSLRs, the Sony may feel a bit small in your hands.

You indicated that you like to shoot things that don't move, i.e., car shows and landscapes.

Check out the Panasonic FZ 1000. It's about $900 and feels more like a Canon and a bit heftier than the Sony A series. Zoom from 25-400, f/2.8-4.0.

The other to check out would be the Canon SX 50 used ($250-$300) and if you like that then move up to the Canon SX 60 ($500 new).

There are a lot of cameras available in the $500-$1000 range. Check them out.

Dec 6, 2014 09:41:32 #

ottopj Loc: Annapolis, MD USA

Sevegas,
This is from the next post. Perhaps this will also help you.

From Rhnowayne:

Hi everyone,
I live in Port Wentworth, GA.
I have two Nikons...D3200 and the Coolpix P530. My workhorse camera is the D3200 my fun camera is the Coolpix P530. I shoot a lot of Car Shows and like the versatility of the Coolpix P530 for it has the 42X Optical Zoom...which is equivalent to a 24-800mm 35mm lens. I like using the Joby DSLR Gorilla tripod which allows you to attach it just about anything enabling to get some great shots. If any of you out there have questions about shooting at the car shows feel free to email me at rhinowayne@yahoo.com.
Thanks,
Happy Shooting!
Rhino

Dec 6, 2014 11:43:33 #

sevegas Loc: Las Vegas, Nevada

ottopj wrote:

I'm not sure if you really want to spend almost $2... (show quote)

Thanks for the info! I have so much to learn but I am fortunate that between my friends and the Hog I have plenty of help in this.

Your suggestion on picking up a used camera is something I am considering. I am leaning towards a factory refurbished Canon DSLR to pick up a simple, inexpensive camera to learn on. I am going to pick up lenses as I go. I would like to get a nice zoom lens and a macro lens eventually.

I appreciate everyone's suggestions and support! It feels fantastic to have a great support system available. Thanks for your input!

Dec 6, 2014 11:45:05 #

sevegas Loc: Las Vegas, Nevada

ottopj wrote:

Sevegas, br This is from the next post. Perhaps t... (show quote)

Thanks for the source!

Dec 6, 2014 15:30:27 #

barkeypf Loc: Clifton Park, NY

I agree with this . A wide angle zoom like a Tokina 11-16 works great for car shows. Right now B&H has a sale on a Sony A5100 mirrors less with 2 lenses. Great deal great camera.
Paul :thumbup:

Dec 6, 2014 18:23:55 #

CEJ Loc: Cresson,Pa

Whuff wrote:

Either will work. Visit a camera store, try them out, find one that feels good in your hand that fits your budget. Either one will improve your photos immensely over a P & S. I use a Canon T3i and sometimes use the in camera fisheye conversion to give car shots a unique look.

Walt

I agree go to the camera shop and try defferent cameras out, It took me a few hours at Ritzs to find my first dslr

Dec 6, 2014 19:02:11 #

DavidPine Loc: Fredericksburg, TX

Your budget will determine most of what you can do. Nikon or Canon doesn't matter. I have mirrorless and DSLR and I prefer DSLR for my own reasons and I like Nikon. These are just choices of a personal nature. One way is not better than the other. The 6" behind the camera is what matters most. If you're new to DSLR photography I recommend Bryan Peterson's, "Understanding Exposure, 3rd. Edition." It's a real good kick-starter. Good luck.

sevegas wrote:

I am relatively new to photography and need advice. I like to go to car shows and take pictures of the cars. I currently use a Sony p&s or my cell phone. I would like to upgrade to a DSLR or a mirrorless camera. I also like to take landscape and other type pictures also.

Would you recommend a DSLR or a mirrorless camera? Which make and model would you recommend? Thanks in advance for your recommendations!

Dec 6, 2014 19:04:22 #

CaptainC Loc: Colorado, south of Denver

Obvious - you need an AUTO mode.

Dec 6, 2014 20:58:01 #

sevegas Loc: Las Vegas, Nevada

CaptainC wrote:

Obvious - you need an AUTO mode.

Most definitely! lol!

Dec 6, 2014 20:59:00 #

sevegas Loc: Las Vegas, Nevada

DavidPine wrote:

Thanks for the suggestion! So many things to learn....

Dec 6, 2014 21:52:10 #

JimBart Loc: Western Michigan

I have had excellent results with the Nikon coolpix series. Not complicated and gets excellent pics and prints

Dec 6, 2014 22:29:56 #

RandyC Loc: Dallas

I shoot cars most of my time. I shot this with a Canon 5D Mark III with 24-105mm at 24mm. You could get good results with a entry Camera. I agree to try them and see what fits you.

Dec 7, 2014 00:10:51 #

sevegas Loc: Las Vegas, Nevada

RandyC wrote:

I shoot cars most of my time. I shot this with a Canon 5D Mark III with 24-105mm at 24mm. You could get good results with a entry Camera. I agree to try them and see what fits you.

Nice pictures!

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