Camera around $500
12-17-2010, 03:06 PM
#16
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I think that for the non pro, what you really need is a point and shoot that can shoot in RAW.
This gives you the flexibility of advanced processing if you ever want to go there, plus the bone simpleness of a PnS.
Nikon P7000
Canon G-series, like the G12
SLR's are fine and dandy, but you will spend more cash buying lenses and spend more time figuring it out then is worth it for the casual user. Add in the portability and...
Plus.... most guys I see with their SLR's at the track, and elsewhere, are just using the automatic settings... not exactly using the SLR for it true value.... but they sure look cool!!
This gives you the flexibility of advanced processing if you ever want to go there, plus the bone simpleness of a PnS.
Nikon P7000
Canon G-series, like the G12
SLR's are fine and dandy, but you will spend more cash buying lenses and spend more time figuring it out then is worth it for the casual user. Add in the portability and...
Plus.... most guys I see with their SLR's at the track, and elsewhere, are just using the automatic settings... not exactly using the SLR for it true value.... but they sure look cool!!
12-17-2010, 07:20 PM
#18
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A decent DSLR has one huge advantage over point and shoot types. They take the pic when you press the shutter as opposed to at some random time later. PNS can make wonderful photos as long as the subject is not moving quickly.
12-21-2010, 03:43 PM
#20
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Canon S95 is not what you are after probably, but it is one hell of a great compact point & shoot. Its my first Canon. I like what Panasonic has as well.
I like SLRs, but their size, weight and lenses that you end up carting around would have me leave them at home all the time. Besides, my month long vacations are spent touring by motorcycle where space is a premium.
I like SLRs, but their size, weight and lenses that you end up carting around would have me leave them at home all the time. Besides, my month long vacations are spent touring by motorcycle where space is a premium.
12-22-2010, 02:49 PM
#21
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I boug a Canon
T1i last Xmas. Used it for a while and found that by the time I figured out how to work some feature, if I didn't use it again soon, I had to go back and figure it out again. Certainly my problem, not the cameras, but I finally gave it to my daughter who is enjoying it a great deal and I bought a canon 90S and love it. I looked at www.kenrockwell.com for info on cameras. Very helpful
01-04-2011, 02:52 PM
#22
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I knew there was a hole in my logic.
Thanks for reminding me I am an idiot.
01-14-2011, 06:50 PM
#23
Burning Brakes
I would say you should go with the Nikon, Canon or Olympus DSLR. As other have said you will then invest in lenses and then be changing the bodies as times goes on to upgrade.
I also find it great to have 2 types of cameras the small point and shoot for going out with friends and taking snap shots. Then DSLR when you want to take some real great shots.
If you are interested in learning more about DSLRs. My Father owns a Camera busness that has been around for almost 40 years. His name is Gary and the store's number is 973-822-2626 (www.florhamvillagecamera.com). He can definetly direct you in the right direction. It is located in NJ but he will ship anywhere.
PS. He loves to talk porsches as well.
I also find it great to have 2 types of cameras the small point and shoot for going out with friends and taking snap shots. Then DSLR when you want to take some real great shots.
If you are interested in learning more about DSLRs. My Father owns a Camera busness that has been around for almost 40 years. His name is Gary and the store's number is 973-822-2626 (www.florhamvillagecamera.com). He can definetly direct you in the right direction. It is located in NJ but he will ship anywhere.
PS. He loves to talk porsches as well.
01-14-2011, 08:09 PM
#24
Former Vendor
For $640 you can get the new D3100. It has many features addressed that people wanted in the 3000, and shoots HD video. Bought my wife one for Christmas, and it has had more love from her since than I have!
03-22-2011, 05:51 PM
#25
As I stated check out the MBGNA site, all were done with a Sony 12X or 20X Zoom. Buying lens is B.S.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/3716623...6486/lightbox/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/3716623...6486/lightbox/
04-25-2011, 11:44 AM
#27
PNS are more video camera that takes a snapshot of a video frame. If you really want a step up in quality pics, you have to go slr.... But, you have to get more educated with the manual functions if you want creative shots. Don't be fooled with megapixel sizes. Bigger is not necessarily better.
11-24-2011, 08:41 PM
#28
Depends if you want a SLR of a smaller full function compact. I have a Nikon D300s and a full contingent of f2.8 zoom glass. Can mto say enough good about it. I have a Nikon P7000 as a light weight more fully function non SLR, it is great.
11-28-2011, 09:23 AM
#29
Three Wheelin'
Check out Sonys new SLT camera's. I bought the Alpha 77 a few weeks ago and absolutely love it. These cameras can do things no other camera on the market can do and have smart auto settings that anyone can use. I'd look at the Alpha 33 or 55 on your budget. Sony have leap frogged everyone with these cameras, as they use a fixed see through mirror that allows them to keep focusing even at 10 or 12 frames per second. They also have cool features like shooting in low light without a tripod(handheld twilight), do amazing HDR shots and sweep panorama shots. I could go on but just check them out for yourself before you buy anything else.
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