LittleLuka Posted September 7, 2012 Report Share Posted September 7, 2012 hey all you tech nerds! i'm interested in buying a new camera and have no idea where to start. i want a SLR not a point and shoot but i need something simple for a beginner. i will get overwhelmed with something super hi-tech. suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueWolf Posted September 7, 2012 Report Share Posted September 7, 2012 Do you have any ideas what you want to do with it, or things you want to do mostly with it? For example, photographing animals (fast shutter speeds), indoor photographing (low light conditions), outdoor sceneries etc? Do you want to be able to film with it or not? And probably more importantly, how much money are you willing to spend on it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosemary Posted September 7, 2012 Report Share Posted September 7, 2012 I got a new camera two weeks ago. I got the Canon EOS 550D - it is a great camera, but I am still learning how to use it properly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuskyMom09 Posted September 7, 2012 Report Share Posted September 7, 2012 It really depends on what you expect from your camera. If you want faster shutter speeds and low light functions you can't get the base model more simplistic 'point and shoot' DSLR, you won't be happy with the performance. Evaluate your expectations of functionality and find a camera to fit those expectations. Honestly there are some phenomenal point and shoot style cameras that will give you the clarity and quality photos without being overly technical to use. Is there a specific reason a D-SLR is a must? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Druid_Ian Posted September 7, 2012 Report Share Posted September 7, 2012 for great independant reviews i recommend this site http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/recommended-cameras.htm there is a lot of info on what to look for in a camera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleLuka Posted September 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2012 It really depends on what you expect from your camera. If you want faster shutter speeds and low light functions you can't get the base model more simplistic 'point and shoot' DSLR, you won't be happy with the performance. Evaluate your expectations of functionality and find a camera to fit those expectations. Honestly there are some phenomenal point and shoot style cameras that will give you the clarity and quality photos without being overly technical to use. Is there a specific reason a D-SLR is a must? i've had multiple good quality ($400 and up) point and shoot cameras in the past. my friend has a canon rebel and i fell in love with it. it takes such better pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleLuka Posted September 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 7, 2012 Do you have any ideas what you want to do with it, or things you want to do mostly with it? For example, photographing animals (fast shutter speeds), indoor photographing (low light conditions), outdoor sceneries etc? Do you want to be able to film with it or not? And probably more importantly, how much money are you willing to spend on it? i would like to take animal photography and human. more outdoor than indoor. and no, i dont need filming capability. i would like to not spend more than $1000.00 USD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosemary Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 i've had multiple good quality ($400 and up) point and shoot cameras in the past. my friend has a canon rebel and i fell in love with it. it takes such better pictures. The Canon 550D that I have is known as the Rebel T2i in the USA - I think Jos also has one similar to mine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueWolf Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 Yes, I have a Canon 1100D (previously a 1000D). Note that both of them are known under a different name in the US. Another handy site to compare cameras with each other is: http://snapsort.com/compare It gives you the list of features and facts, puts them together and tells you one by one which one is better. However, note that the body is only as good as the lenses you use. Get one that has a stock lens (or lenses if you'd like). You can of course buy a more professional lens immediately but that requires some knowledge first. Knowledge that you get by just playing with a DSLR first Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuskyCouture Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 I personally have the Canon Rebel XTi. It cost me around $500. But remember, when it comes to a DSLR, it's not really the camera body that's pricey, it's going to be the lenses to buy after you get it lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidjk Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 you do not necessarily need an expensive camera. All of these were taken on a kodak easy share z915. it cost me £100. it has a sports mode that allows you to capture huskies running, plus it is fully programmable. to use these features is fairly easy to get the hang of. i would love a dSLR but everything about them is expensive. the best tips i can give are. get down to the level of what you are photographing (i think a picture taken at the level of your dog is much better than one that is looking down at the dog) if your camera has a high speed shutter function use it for anything moving. make sure what you are taking a picture of is in decent light (unless your camera can cope with the low light levels) take multiple pictures then you can choose the best one get a lense cleaning cloth and solution. camera lenses get dirty very easily and the pictures suffer as a result. This one was taken through a dirty window at a high zoom level Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosemary Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 David, your photos are always stunning I think it was Jos that said, it is not the camera, but the person behind the camera that takes a good photo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Druid_Ian Posted September 8, 2012 Report Share Posted September 8, 2012 it also helps living in such a beautiful area looks a great place to live David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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