First DSLR Camera
Mar 9, 2015 08:42:39 #
Let's not start flame people unnecessarily, folks. Back to the point, Canon makes a small DLSR that's gotten good reviews. If you're traveling, heft is a consideration. Pair that with a superzoom.....
Mar 9, 2015 08:46:44 #
ole sarg
Loc: south florida
If I were you I would go the T6 and spend a few extra bucks. The reason is you know the canon menu system and how to use the camera. The frustration factor in learning a new menu system is diminished and the joy of shooting is enhanced. B&H has the camera for $1099 with the 18-135 lens. A great buy for the newest model and it has wifi.
Mar 9, 2015 08:48:18 #
ralphc4176
Loc: Conyers, GA
If you are planning on using the camera for hiking, I'd recommend an APS-C mirrorless camera. The body will weigh less, and the lenses will weigh less. Sony makes some excellent mirrorless cameras, and the associated lenses are reasonably priced. I have an NEX-6 and am very pleased with it. There are newer Sony mirrorless APS-C cameras available. I understand that the a6000 is a popular camera; you can get it with a kit zoom lens, or you can buy the body and get it with a prime lens. Sony's Web site has a variety of lenses; you might like the 32 mm macro lens for general-purpose photography on an APS-C camera.
Mar 9, 2015 09:19:07 #
Mar 9, 2015 09:19:41 #
rsumners wrote:
Greetings,
Planning on buying my first DSLR camera, mostly for travel and outdoor shots while hiking. Any suggestions? I am purely an amateur, and not very good at that. I am rather partial to Canons, have a PowerShot SX230 HS currently, but am open to any opinions. I have been looking at the Canon EOS Rebel T5i and the Nikon D5500 (which has WiFi, which is a plus). Thanks in advance! Would like to stay under $1000 if possible.
Planning on buying my first DSLR camera, mostly for travel and outdoor shots while hiking. Any suggestions? I am purely an amateur, and not very good at that. I am rather partial to Canons, have a PowerShot SX230 HS currently, but am open to any opinions. I have been looking at the Canon EOS Rebel T5i and the Nikon D5500 (which has WiFi, which is a plus). Thanks in advance! Would like to stay under $1000 if possible.
What is that old song about accentuate the positive and eliminate the negative. Most folks here are very positive and helpful. I would advise you to go to a big box store and handle a bumch of cameras and see what "feels good" in you hands. Look at the various features they have and then go to B+H or Adorama and buy the one you want. I personally prefer Nikon, but there are lots of fine cameras available from other companies besides Nikon and Canon. Have fun shopping and lep us posted on your choice.
Mar 9, 2015 09:22:50 #
Mar 9, 2015 09:49:04 #
Billyspad wrote:
Do ya really think the guy that bought a Canon is ... (show quote)
Wow....way to be an obnoxious ass.....
Mar 9, 2015 09:49:52 #
rsumners wrote:
Greetings,
Planning on buying my first DSLR camera, mostly for travel and outdoor shots while hiking. Any suggestions? I am purely an amateur, and not very good at that. I am rather partial to Canons, have a PowerShot SX230 HS currently, but am open to any opinions. I have been looking at the Canon EOS Rebel T5i and the Nikon D5500 (which has WiFi, which is a plus). Thanks in advance! Would like to stay under $1000 if possible.
Planning on buying my first DSLR camera, mostly for travel and outdoor shots while hiking. Any suggestions? I am purely an amateur, and not very good at that. I am rather partial to Canons, have a PowerShot SX230 HS currently, but am open to any opinions. I have been looking at the Canon EOS Rebel T5i and the Nikon D5500 (which has WiFi, which is a plus). Thanks in advance! Would like to stay under $1000 if possible.
I really like my sony a3000. Have heard alot of good with the a6000.
Mar 9, 2015 09:58:23 #
SteveR wrote:
The reason to buy Nikon through the years has been for the lenses. I don't know where you've picked up your bit of slop.
It is not slop. It can easily be verified that the aperture is not consistent try it with the lenses.
The EOS system is all digital between the camera and the lens. Even Nikon had to finally admit the superiority of this with the tilt and shift lenses.
The T5i is an excellent system camera that allows for growth with a 21st century system that even the video manufacturers have adopted the EOS mount. If one gets the 3000/5000 series cameras they do not work with the older lenses anyway (Yes you can mount) but no metering so why saddle yourself with ancient items that do not work. Also unless the lens is AFS the AF lenses will not work either. There is no such problems with figuring out what works with what in the EOS as the few cropped sensor lenses are easily identified as such and the T5i takes them as well as the FF lenses so it takes them all with n0o problems or a score card to figure out what fits what.
Mar 9, 2015 10:01:55 #
I don't go to those threads that don't interest me. May I suggest that those who find certain threads boring or useless just avoid them rather than "venting their spleen" as the old saying went to describe negative, even angry, responses?
Mar 9, 2015 10:02:50 #
Billyspad wrote:
Do ya really think the guy that bought a Canon is ... (show quote)
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Mar 9, 2015 10:09:28 #
Billyspad wrote:
OK so I did not guild the lilly but read what I put and then tell me its not true?
Every post I have read from you you have proved to be a total A__Hole and little else. I hope you do not make a living with your camera, you would be a sad addition to the profession.
Mar 9, 2015 10:10:11 #
Racmanaz wrote:
Would you consider a more compact system like a micro 4/3rds or even any other mirrorless cameras from Panasonic, Olympus or Sony? They would be a little easier to carry on your traveling and hiking trips.
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Five thumbs up for the Panasonic GH4 if you want to make incredibly great videos and stills with the same small camera and Leica lenses... The pro quality glass from Panasonic and Olympus is great, too, and there are adapters for just about any cine, Nikon, Canon, or m42 screw thread lens you can name. There's even an adapter for .7X magnification, that gives you a full stop of extra light from a dSLR lens when using it on m43.
Mar 9, 2015 10:13:46 #
Mar 9, 2015 10:18:33 #
People often ask me about Nikon and Canon, as I've used them both over the years. I like them both, but in different situations!
Portrait and Wedding photographers tend to favor the warmth of Canon images. Photojournalists like Nikon's ruggedness and low light capability, which is definitely better than Canon's at the margins.
Sports shooters are all over the map. Some prefer Canon, some Nikon, for various reasons, mostly related to WHEN they got into their system.
I really like the ergonomics of Canons a lot better, but your experience may differ. That's such a personal thing, you should try several brands. My new favorite is m43 The Lumix GH4 fits my hand and works so intuitively. For travel and family and training content development, it is perfect. But if I were a nature, sports action, or landscape photographer, I'd hold off on m43. For that, I'd probably use a CaNikon.
Portrait and Wedding photographers tend to favor the warmth of Canon images. Photojournalists like Nikon's ruggedness and low light capability, which is definitely better than Canon's at the margins.
Sports shooters are all over the map. Some prefer Canon, some Nikon, for various reasons, mostly related to WHEN they got into their system.
I really like the ergonomics of Canons a lot better, but your experience may differ. That's such a personal thing, you should try several brands. My new favorite is m43 The Lumix GH4 fits my hand and works so intuitively. For travel and family and training content development, it is perfect. But if I were a nature, sports action, or landscape photographer, I'd hold off on m43. For that, I'd probably use a CaNikon.
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