Just joining the group
Apr 29, 2017 07:29:30 #
Welcome to our forum!
Lots of camera choice. Below are links to comparison sites.
Read comparisons and specs, and decide what features are important to you.
(Reviews) https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCameraStoreTV/videos
http://www.cameradecision.com/
http://cameras.reviewed.com/
http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras?utm_campaign=internal-link&utm_source=mainmenu&utm_medium=text&ref=mainmenu
Lots of camera choice. Below are links to comparison sites.
Read comparisons and specs, and decide what features are important to you.
(Reviews) https://www.youtube.com/user/TheCameraStoreTV/videos
http://www.cameradecision.com/
http://cameras.reviewed.com/
http://camerasize.com/
http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM
http://snapsort.com/compare
http://www.dpreview.com/products/compare/cameras?utm_campaign=internal-link&utm_source=mainmenu&utm_medium=text&ref=mainmenu
Apr 29, 2017 09:47:15 #
Apr 29, 2017 12:42:45 #
Apr 29, 2017 15:37:09 #
lmTrying
Loc: WV Northern Panhandle
Welcome aboard:
I would say to visit your local camera shop first, but that might not be possible. So.... The first thing to do is read. Go to Amazon.com, look up cameras that might interest you and read everything about them. Go to the manufacturer's sights and read their information. Figure out what you want to take pictures of. Sports is a lot different than landscapes. Outdoor car shows are different than people. Do you need to freeze fast action? Are you shooting in the dark? Speed, Depth of field, and amount of light (ISO) are the main three determining factors. After you have narrowed the field a bit, find someplace that has a lot of cameras on hand, even if you have to travel a couple of hours to get there. It may even be a pawn shop, because camera shops are really getting to be few and far between. The idea is to get the cameras in your hand. Buy what is comfortable in your hands. If it's comfortable you will pick it up and go shoot. If it's not comfortable, you will go do something else.
After you get your camera, go to Books A Million, go the the magazine section, pick up a soft cover book specific to your brand. It will help you understand all those many things that you are worried about trying to figuring out.
Hopes this helps.
I would say to visit your local camera shop first, but that might not be possible. So.... The first thing to do is read. Go to Amazon.com, look up cameras that might interest you and read everything about them. Go to the manufacturer's sights and read their information. Figure out what you want to take pictures of. Sports is a lot different than landscapes. Outdoor car shows are different than people. Do you need to freeze fast action? Are you shooting in the dark? Speed, Depth of field, and amount of light (ISO) are the main three determining factors. After you have narrowed the field a bit, find someplace that has a lot of cameras on hand, even if you have to travel a couple of hours to get there. It may even be a pawn shop, because camera shops are really getting to be few and far between. The idea is to get the cameras in your hand. Buy what is comfortable in your hands. If it's comfortable you will pick it up and go shoot. If it's not comfortable, you will go do something else.
After you get your camera, go to Books A Million, go the the magazine section, pick up a soft cover book specific to your brand. It will help you understand all those many things that you are worried about trying to figuring out.
Hopes this helps.
Apr 29, 2017 16:16:23 #
holmesml wrote:
Now that I'm retired I've decided to get serious about photography. First task is to find the right camera to get started with, however, the choices are truly mind boggleing!!! I'm not ready to invest thousands of dollars in a camera that I'll spend all my time just trying to figure out how to use it, yet a simple point and shot will not improve my picture taking skills as most have limited features. Hoping this forum will offer some discussions on where to start. Michael
If you're not willing to jump in two feet first, just start by getting your toes wet and rent a camera for a while to see how you like it, start handling different models in a store to see which fit you best ( all are good quality-wise). I think this could a least ease your decision making, oh, and welcome to the forum!!!
Apr 29, 2017 18:46:39 #
Welcome to UHH Michael, glad you joined us. Good luck with your purchase.
Have fun, learn and enjoy the forum.
Don
Have fun, learn and enjoy the forum.
Don
Apr 29, 2017 19:34:49 #
Welcome! Looking forward to your posts and pictures. Happy shooting!
Apr 29, 2017 19:59:20 #
Welcome to the forum, I am a new member as well and I look forward to hearing what you end up getting. My first digital camera was a Sony Cybershot DSC-W80 as a gift. It was great trying new settings without paying for film processing. After a couple of years with that little camera (and its limitations) I finally went with a Nikon D300s. Still have it and love it!! I have been a Nikon fan since my film camera and am a little biased, but get what makes you happy. I always felt comfortable with my Nikons, so make sure it is comfortable for you!!! Good Luck!!
Apr 29, 2017 20:04:34 #
Aloha holmesml and welcome to UHH. You've received a lot of good information above. For me, I prefer to be able to handle my camera before purchasing so a trip to a nearby camera store is important. The first question I ask myself is does it feel comfortable in my hands. Then are the buttons in a comfortable position to reach with my fingers. If you are looking at DSLRs then take a look at the crop cameras. Once your decision is made your learning process can begin. Purchase a book that is written on you camera. Also utube has many different videos on cameras which can ease your learning process. Have fun and enjoy your new camera.
Apr 29, 2017 22:37:24 #
Apr 30, 2017 15:22:34 #
jpgto
Loc: North East Tennessee
holmesml wrote:
Now that I'm retired I've decided to get serious about photography. First task is to find the right camera to get started with, however, the choices are truly mind boggleing!!! I'm not ready to invest thousands of dollars in a camera that I'll spend all my time just trying to figure out how to use it, yet a simple point and shot will not improve my picture taking skills as most have limited features. Hoping this forum will offer some discussions on where to start. Michael
Welcome, enjoy, good luck with choice of camera
May 2, 2017 11:10:56 #
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