Entry level DSLR?
Feb 7, 2019 07:15:16 #
Feb 7, 2019 07:17:59 #
If you like Canon, go for a Canon. I'm a Nikon shooter, so I'd suggest the Canon equivalent of a Nikon D3500.
Ken S.
Ken S.
Feb 7, 2019 07:34:49 #
Canon. By far. Bc they have a cornucopia of lenses to chose from.
Please remember that by using a cropped sensor camera you lose (or gain) some distance though.
For example: a 35mm lense on a cropped sensor is really a 52mm lense. Or a 20 mm lense is really a 30mm.
But, a 300 mm lense is really 450mm so instead of losing, you gain free distance.
To figure it out just do some simple math.
-canon: (any mm)×1.5
-nikon: (any mm)×1.6
I suggest to purchase a used FF camera and save yourself the hassle of spending extra on a small mm lens to get the one you want. I.E. 20mm lense cost roughly $700usd. And thats to get close to a 35mm look.
Also note that sensors do not give you the pixal count that the manufacturer states. No matter the sensor size. Lenses just block too much light. Thats why everyone says that the lense matters most with a camera. The better the lense, the more light it lets in. So stay away from kit lenses. Youll see the difference yourself if you really want to. Just compare a kit with a good quality lense.
Btw, welcome to the club.
Please remember that by using a cropped sensor camera you lose (or gain) some distance though.
For example: a 35mm lense on a cropped sensor is really a 52mm lense. Or a 20 mm lense is really a 30mm.
But, a 300 mm lense is really 450mm so instead of losing, you gain free distance.
To figure it out just do some simple math.
-canon: (any mm)×1.5
-nikon: (any mm)×1.6
I suggest to purchase a used FF camera and save yourself the hassle of spending extra on a small mm lens to get the one you want. I.E. 20mm lense cost roughly $700usd. And thats to get close to a 35mm look.
Also note that sensors do not give you the pixal count that the manufacturer states. No matter the sensor size. Lenses just block too much light. Thats why everyone says that the lense matters most with a camera. The better the lense, the more light it lets in. So stay away from kit lenses. Youll see the difference yourself if you really want to. Just compare a kit with a good quality lense.
Btw, welcome to the club.
Feb 7, 2019 07:44:04 #
davyboy
Loc: Anoka Mn.
RedPachyderm wrote:
Hello! I am new to the forum and have a question. ... (show quote)
Your canon T7i will serve you long and well! Don’t let anyone here steer you to spending anymore.
Feb 7, 2019 08:19:27 #
mizzee
Loc: Boston,Ma
I would go with the d5600. Aside from the fully articulated screen, which is a huge help when composing your images, it gives you some room to grow into the added functionalities it offers. F y I, I was a Nikon shooter for years.
Feb 7, 2019 08:36:03 #
This will be controversial but I'm speaking from experience. I went from the Canon Rebel series to the Sony DSLT's. The evf and full time live view made going back impossible. The Sony A68 is $600 body only and has evf, ibis, mfa, 79 point pdaf, both face and eye detect af, and can mount Minolta a-mount lenses natively. The 70-210 f4.0 "Beercan" lens can be had for around $110 and the 50 f1.7 around $50. I would opt for the kit lens bundle to get cheap 18mm wide angle for landscapes too.
Feb 7, 2019 08:46:36 #
Nikon D3500. I got one, and it is super light and 25mp. Love it. It’s the perfect grab and go mate for my D850
Feb 7, 2019 08:51:13 #
RedPachyderm wrote:
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Greg my suggestion to you would be to rent a couple of cameras from a reputable store or someone like borrow lenses. And see how they feel in your hands. And how they Function ergonomically, And as stated previously if you’ve used canon in the past go with that, But don’t be afraid to step outside the box a bit. As I think you’ll find most of the entry levels are quite similar in image quality. It now becomes a matter of choice to feel price Etc. As someone suggested to me when I first started do you like Ford, Chevy, or Dodge, they all do about the same, in about the same manner but what works and feels best for you Your hands and your circumstances. Best of luck enjoy your experience here, Yellowstone and elsewhere. And welcome to the forum
Feb 7, 2019 09:11:14 #
Ans. to 1. If you purchase a more advanced camera and find you just aren't liking photography as much as you thought, you can always sell the camera. Though used, it would still bring a higher percentage of the amount paid initially.
Ans. to 2. GAS is some folks unsolvable problem. That's not a camera issue that's a user issue.
--Bob
Ans. to 2. GAS is some folks unsolvable problem. That's not a camera issue that's a user issue.
--Bob
User ID wrote:
If I were a digital era noob, and were asked that
question, I'd answer that there's 2 reasons there.
1. Maybe I'll not stay involved in "photography".
Maybe it's a passing thing.
2. If I buy a more advanced model right away,
by the time I'm a more advanced user [guessing
about 3 yrs] my "more advanced" camera won't
seem all that advanced anymore compared to
the future's newer models :-(
.
question, I'd answer that there's 2 reasons there.
1. Maybe I'll not stay involved in "photography".
Maybe it's a passing thing.
2. If I buy a more advanced model right away,
by the time I'm a more advanced user [guessing
about 3 yrs] my "more advanced" camera won't
seem all that advanced anymore compared to
the future's newer models :-(
.
Feb 7, 2019 09:30:29 #
I would like to chime in a bit of my opinions.
First I assume that the OP doesn't have a DSLR and thus looking for entry level one. Second I am not a fan of the mirrorless but I think for someone who has neither the mirrorless should be in consideration.
First I assume that the OP doesn't have a DSLR and thus looking for entry level one. Second I am not a fan of the mirrorless but I think for someone who has neither the mirrorless should be in consideration.
Feb 7, 2019 09:30:55 #
Welcome to the forum. I go to Yellowstone every few years. I am a Nikon shooter so I am biased toward their products. It's tough to recommend a lens without knowing your budget. You definitely need something with good reach for wildlife. The Nikkor 200-500 would give you that especially with a crop sensor camera. Something wider for Landscape. I have been shooting with the Nikkor 18 to 200 with very good results. Enjoy your trip. Yellowstone is a magical place.
Feb 7, 2019 09:39:18 #
CHG_CANON wrote:
Hey Greg, welcome aboard! If you have a big box lo... (show quote)
I agree with this overall, just wish to add the option of factory refurbished equipment.
As far as what brand, they will all give you excellent results. While at the store try them in your hands, see how they feel. First though (I just thought of this
) check on line for articles on how to properly hold a camera for best stability. No sense seeing how different cameras feel in your hands if you haven't yet learned how to hold one.Feb 7, 2019 09:42:10 #
Just buy the gear you can afford and be patient and research the models you like....ON Line.....download their manuals if you can and be familiar with its' capabilities. If you can find a Good used Item at one of the great dealers , do it . They all sell well maintained equipment and often ship for free. B&H,Adorama, Cameta, KEH all have very safe and reasonable offerings that will spark your interests and don't rush the process. Do your homework and don't rely on the opinions of others. It's YOUR money and your choice so make the journey worth your time and efforts.
Jimbo
Jimbo
Feb 7, 2019 09:42:54 #
Feb 7, 2019 09:53:43 #
RedPachyderm wrote:
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Greg, welcome to the forum. If you are familiar with Canon and had good experience with that brand in the past, you may want to look there first. Visit a camera store to see what fits your hands the best, how heavy the body is and then consider what the end use of your camera will be. For years, I have purchased factory refurbished bodies and lenses at great savings, and these all come with a warranty. If you can swing it, the t7i or D5600 will have more advanced features which you can grow into, but only you will be able to determine whether or not your actual needs determine the extra expense. Good luck.
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