I did almost the same except for the 35 prime. I bought the 18-300. Then I found this site. Had I started here my choices would have been different, in the lens (maybe even the camera-5200?). If you are truly new to this whole scene, buy a point and shoot first. If you already have played around with a point and shoot and are ready to step up. read all the articles on "which camera should I buy" by using the search feature. You have to do your own research and choose. No person here can do that for you.

Oh sweet Jesus! (my landscaping friend, not the other guy) Just getting into this Photography "thing" and just starting to take both raw (for future endeavors) and jpg (for viewing today) I never realized that. Oh the information I have learned here!

As to the original post, even a novice like me has used some software in post production. If only to lighten or crop a picture. Why not? If you want to highlight something from a photo you took why not crop out what you don't need? I've taken many a picture with the intent to later crop it and keep both? Why should I have to zoom in and take another picture when it is just as easy to make another at home? What is the difference in changing how a sky looks either in post production or with a polarizing filter? Why wouldn't you use white balance settings in your camera to enhance the look of the picture you are about to take?

Here are images of the same model car, a '32 Ford coupe ... both have value to different sets of people ... we humans tinker, and we improve ... unless we are Luddites, and those are the people that are mad at the world ...

First one I used was my friend's Sony ... that started the ball rolling


My first digital was the Nikon E990 and then the Sony Cybershot I bought for the sweetheart ... I got serious when I bought my D3300 (I know some will say not serious enough ... but for me at this time, it serves its purpose)

Just tried to point out that we all have something to hide ... legal or illegal. If you get hacked and then have to deal with your bank you will come to find out it isn't a joking matter at all.

I've got a D3300 with the 18-300 as my walk around lens. The last cruise I was on, my focal length for most of my shots were between 18-135mm. Just a few shots over 200. Mostly taking pics off the ship while docked. If you are cruising on Carnival you can take one bottle of wine per person. Just make sure if it is a cork cap to bring a wine bottle opener (a cheap one). Carnival charges a $15 uncorking fee, but will keep your wine for you for multiple dinners until you finish it. We open ours in our room, drink one glass there and carry one in to dinner and that finishes off the bottle. If you bring the bottle to dinner (even if you opened it in your room) you will get charged the uncorking fee. Enjoy your cruise! I love them.

Really? Your name and address isn't in your computer somewhere? You bank statement or the name of your banking institution in any of your emails over the years? So, balls, you and everyone else has a lot to hide in this day and age. Not to say we are hiding illegal stuff, but we need to hide a ton of legal information that in the wrong hands can make our lives miserable.

According to the article: Komplex infected Macs by exploiting a known vulnerability in the MacKeeper antivirus software, according to researchers from Palo Alto Networks who investigated the malware at the time.

Anyone who has MacKeeper software loaded on their MAC deserves to be exploited.

Let's try again ..

Seems I was unable to post my second pic of the bag ... so here it is.

The reason we "drag along" our DSLR's is for the ability to "get that shot" just right. I would suggest you look into sling backs or backpacks. I just bought a used small backpack off Craig's list for $15. It has a strap across your chest so it will not slip off your shoulders. I have it carrying my charger, filters, cleaning stuff and three lenses. It is a breeze to lug around. On a train or bus you could hold it in your lap for most trips and keep it on your back for short hops. I've used it on one cruise and now it is my go to bag when traveling.

Have no idea what he said, but I could install and wire up that gear for him ...

I know you asked about a device, but wouldn't it simplify things to just switch out new cards each day or two? Your device would have limited use, but those cards could be used all the time.

If you are just "practicing" take both but shoot with the 18-105. Take lots of pictures. When you get home look closely at the ones you like and see what focal range they were taken at... you will have your answer for the next time.

Ya can't take pictures with a snowblower ... you made the right choice.

I hope Molly takes your advice. I know I will. Just bookmarked those sites. Thanks.