Check out Professional and Advanced Portraiture section of our forum.
Asking advice for recommended dslr cameras
Dec 20, 2015 10:27:41 #
I'm planning in buying a second-hand dslr camera that is suitable taking wildlife photos (both for personal use and work in cases of photo ID of cetaceans and the sort). I'm also a first-time user/beginner when it comes to DSLR cameras and hoping to get one at a reasonable price.
I google searched the most recommended ones used in wildlife photography and I find these results:
Nikon: D3100, D3200, D7100, D7000, D4
Canon: 7D MK II, T5i, EOS 7D, EOS-1DX, powershot SX10IS
Panasonic: Lumix F2200, Lumix DMC-7220
Pentax: K-5 series
Olympus: SP-590V2
Sony: DSC-HX400V (or V/B, I'm unclear the difference between the models of this series; I just recently stumble upon this model in store last week)
Am sure I may have missed out a few more models that are better then the ones on the list above. I hear good things about the Nikon, Sony, and Canon brands and my impression tells me to look on what models they offer.
I would like to hear your opinion if I should go for any of the models on the list or suggest me a different one.
Thanks.
I google searched the most recommended ones used in wildlife photography and I find these results:
Nikon: D3100, D3200, D7100, D7000, D4
Canon: 7D MK II, T5i, EOS 7D, EOS-1DX, powershot SX10IS
Panasonic: Lumix F2200, Lumix DMC-7220
Pentax: K-5 series
Olympus: SP-590V2
Sony: DSC-HX400V (or V/B, I'm unclear the difference between the models of this series; I just recently stumble upon this model in store last week)
Am sure I may have missed out a few more models that are better then the ones on the list above. I hear good things about the Nikon, Sony, and Canon brands and my impression tells me to look on what models they offer.
I would like to hear your opinion if I should go for any of the models on the list or suggest me a different one.
Thanks.
Dec 20, 2015 10:47:51 #
T-Roxy wrote:
I'm planning in buying a second-hand dslr camera t... (show quote)
Being a Canon loyalist that's the only brand I recommend regardless of model.
Dec 20, 2015 10:51:01 #
T-Roxy wrote:
I'm planning in buying a second-hand dslr camera t... (show quote)
The D5300 is the best Nikon choice. 24MP sensor and included WIFI snd GPS, articulated screen, and 1/2 the weight of D7xxx. Available as refurb.
I much prefer the improved info screen for operation over the random buttons and unreadable green screen on the D7xxx. Takes same images as D7200 ( no low pass filter).
IMHO the only reason to consider a D7xxx is if you had a bunch of older Nikon lenses that needed a focusing motor in the camera. You do not.
The D5xxx operation is significantly advanced over the entry level D3xxx.
Check out Black and White Photography section of our forum.
Dec 20, 2015 10:54:00 #
Another one you can throw in the mix is the Nikon D3300. Any brand DSLR with a good lens will give you good wildlife photo's. Good luck.
Dec 20, 2015 10:54:21 #
Try a preowned Canon 7D. You can pick them up for as little as $450 and they are still excellent wildlife cameras.
T-Roxy wrote:
I'm planning in buying a second-hand dslr camera t... (show quote)
Dec 20, 2015 11:06:46 #
What about a lens? perhaps flip this quest around to search for what lens you need for wildlife and then find a body that's able to use it. You may find a hell of a great body but if you're stuck with an 18-55 lens.... maybe not so happy....
Dec 20, 2015 11:07:40 #
7D2 would be my choice. Of course I'm bias..:)
T-Roxy wrote:
I'm planning in buying a second-hand dslr camera t... (show quote)
Dec 20, 2015 11:26:52 #
jimmya wrote:
Being a Canon loyalist that's the only brand I recommend regardless of model.
I am NOT a Canon loyalist, but when it comes to nature, I too would ONLY recommend a Canon!!!
If you have the money, there are some great deals out there on refurbed Canon 7Dll's.
If not, look for a decent used Canon 7D mkl! Another nature workhorse and probably less than $500. And the Canon nature lenses are the best!!
If you're not serious about nature, then anything else could do!!! :lol:
SS
Dec 20, 2015 11:35:33 #
cjkorb wrote:
Any brand DSLR with a good lens will give you good wildlife photo's. Good luck.
Spoken like a true non-action, non-nature shooter!!!!!! :lol:
SS
Dec 20, 2015 12:04:47 #
SharpShooter wrote:
Spoken like a true non-action, non-nature shooter!!!!!! :lol:
SS
SS
Ok so whats the advantage of a canon over any other dslr?
Aperture, Shutter speed, iso? Can't see that being different unless canon brings additional light. Maybe there is a particular lens with no equivalent?
Shutter delay maybe, burst speed?
Who's the most Canon biased on this site, hmm i can see where most fingers are pointing :)
You might be right about the canon 5D but at least point out the advantages :)
Dec 20, 2015 12:11:58 #
SharpShooter wrote:
The poster is a beginner and wants to buy a DSLR at a reasonable price. All the Canon shooter's are going to tell the poster to get a canon and all the Nikon shooter's will tell him to get a Nikon. Oh! and thanks for letting me know Canon makes a DSLR and lens specifically for wildlife.Spoken like a true non-action, non-nature shooter!!!!!! :lol:
SS
SS
Check out Close Up Photography section of our forum.
Dec 20, 2015 12:15:08 #
blackest wrote:
It's no use, he's a moron.Ok so whats the advantage of a canon over any other dslr?
Aperture, Shutter speed, iso? Can't see that being different unless canon brings additional light. Maybe there is a particular lens with no equivalent?
Shutter delay maybe, burst speed?
Who's the most Canon biased on this site, hmm i can see where most fingers are pointing :)
You might be right about the canon 5D but at least point out the advantages :)
Aperture, Shutter speed, iso? Can't see that being different unless canon brings additional light. Maybe there is a particular lens with no equivalent?
Shutter delay maybe, burst speed?
Who's the most Canon biased on this site, hmm i can see where most fingers are pointing :)
You might be right about the canon 5D but at least point out the advantages :)
Dec 20, 2015 12:25:20 #
cjkorb wrote:
It's no use, he's a moron.
No to be fair to SS he isn't a moron but he does head the cheerleading squad for canon. (thats a picture that will require bleach to remove from the brain).
Any way Im pretty sure if anyone can support the argument for a canon mark II he can. I wouldn't have raised the question if I didn't feel he wasn't capable of justifying his position.
It will also help to identify the features the op should be looking for when choosing a camera.
Dec 20, 2015 12:28:39 #
cjkorb
Moron = canon hey?
Sorry, I have a nikon and I am called a moron
Therefore nikon = moron
Many here will agree with that
nikon = moron = canon = IWACS. NOW I understand your reasoning, you are an IWAC.
Moron = canon hey?
Sorry, I have a nikon and I am called a moron
Therefore nikon = moron
Many here will agree with that
nikon = moron = canon = IWACS. NOW I understand your reasoning, you are an IWAC.
Dec 20, 2015 12:39:18 #
Also look at Pentax K-3 price dropped on it after they brought out the K-3II.
If you want to reply, then register here. Registration is free and your account is created instantly, so you can post right away.
Check out Advice from the Pros section of our forum.