Deniza Al
Im an amateur in photography and i would like to buy my first DSLR and i've got about 600 euros to buy one. My friends say to choose from canon or nikon because they are one of the best but i really dont know what camera should I choose
Answer
I agree with Hernando. The Sony SLT A55 has Sony's Translucent Mirror Technology which allows for full-time continuous auto focus whether you're shooting still images or 1080p HD video. The A55 also has your choice of 2D or 3D Sweep Panorama as well as in-camera HDR plus a built-in GPS.
Here is a review:
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA55/AA55A.HTM
A few more features of the A55 are its use of the legacy Minolta Maxxum "A" lens mount, a focusing motor in the camera body and Sony's version of Image Stabilization which is also in the camera body. This all means that you can add a Minolta Maxxum AF 70-210mm f4 zoom lens and it will auto focus on the A55 and be an IS lens for a fraction of the cost of a comparable Canon or Nikon lens. NOTE: The Maxxum AF 70-210mm zoom lens is a highly sought-after lens by Sony DSLR owners and is known as the "Beercan". You may have to search for one but its definitely worth the effort. On eBay you can pick one up for well under $200.00. A Canon EF 70-200mm f4 zoom (new) will set you back about $1,350.00. Nikon offers a 70-200mm f2.8 for a mere $2,249.00.
Additionally, you should keep in mind the fact that the entry-level Nikon DSLR cameras like the D3100, D5000 and D5100 all require using the more expensive AF-S lenses if you want auto focus.
So take serious look at the Sony SLT A55.
I agree with Hernando. The Sony SLT A55 has Sony's Translucent Mirror Technology which allows for full-time continuous auto focus whether you're shooting still images or 1080p HD video. The A55 also has your choice of 2D or 3D Sweep Panorama as well as in-camera HDR plus a built-in GPS.
Here is a review:
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA55/AA55A.HTM
A few more features of the A55 are its use of the legacy Minolta Maxxum "A" lens mount, a focusing motor in the camera body and Sony's version of Image Stabilization which is also in the camera body. This all means that you can add a Minolta Maxxum AF 70-210mm f4 zoom lens and it will auto focus on the A55 and be an IS lens for a fraction of the cost of a comparable Canon or Nikon lens. NOTE: The Maxxum AF 70-210mm zoom lens is a highly sought-after lens by Sony DSLR owners and is known as the "Beercan". You may have to search for one but its definitely worth the effort. On eBay you can pick one up for well under $200.00. A Canon EF 70-200mm f4 zoom (new) will set you back about $1,350.00. Nikon offers a 70-200mm f2.8 for a mere $2,249.00.
Additionally, you should keep in mind the fact that the entry-level Nikon DSLR cameras like the D3100, D5000 and D5100 all require using the more expensive AF-S lenses if you want auto focus.
So take serious look at the Sony SLT A55.
What DSLR camera would you recommend me to buy?
MiZz RuBy
I need a new camera but am lost on which one to get!
I have my eye on Nikon D3100 or Canon 550D- any other suggestions?
Thanks in advance!
Answer
My other suggestion would be to look at the Sony SLT A55. This DSLR has Sony's Translucent Mirror Technology which allows for full-time continuous auto focus whether you're shooting still pictures or 1080/60i HD video. No other DSLR allows this. The technology also allows shooting at 10fps (frames per second) which is the fastest in its price range.The Sony SLT A55 also gives you 2D or 3D Sweep Panorama in the camera as well as HDR in the camera. It also has built-in GPS.
Here are some reviews:
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA55/AA55A.HTM
http://www.digitalphotographywriter.com/2010/08/sony-slt-a55-review-translucent-mirror.html
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/sony-a55-preview.shtml
Current prices at B&H - http://www.bhphotovideo.com
Nikon D3100 w/18-55mm zoom, $649.95 after a $50.00 Instant Savings from B&H. Ends 7-30-2011.
Canon 550D/T2i w/18-55mm zoom, $749.95 after a $50.00 Instant Savings from B&H. Ends 7-9-2011.
Sony SLT A55 w/18-55mm zoom, $799.99 after a $50.00 Instant Savings from B&H. Ends 7-9-2011.
All 3 cameras have free USA shipping.
With its built-in focusing motor and Sony's version of Image Stabilization in the camera body and use of the legacy Minolta Maxxum "A" lens mount the SLT A55 can use the Legacy Minolta Maxxum AF lenses dating back to 1985 and they will auto focus and become, in effect, IS lenses.
The Nikon D3100 requires the more expensive Nikon AF-S lenses if you want them to auto focus.
Canon and Nikon have their respective versions of IS in some but not all of their lenses plus you pay for it over and over. A Minolta Maxxum AF 50mm f1.4 prime lens on the A55 will be an IS lens. Neither Nikon nor Canon offers an IS 50mm prime lens.
In my opinion the Sony SLT A55 offers technology and features that Nikon and Canon lack. Its only a matter of time before Canon and Nikon will have to respond by upgrading their technology to match that of the Sony A55.
My other suggestion would be to look at the Sony SLT A55. This DSLR has Sony's Translucent Mirror Technology which allows for full-time continuous auto focus whether you're shooting still pictures or 1080/60i HD video. No other DSLR allows this. The technology also allows shooting at 10fps (frames per second) which is the fastest in its price range.The Sony SLT A55 also gives you 2D or 3D Sweep Panorama in the camera as well as HDR in the camera. It also has built-in GPS.
Here are some reviews:
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA55/AA55A.HTM
http://www.digitalphotographywriter.com/2010/08/sony-slt-a55-review-translucent-mirror.html
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/sony-a55-preview.shtml
Current prices at B&H - http://www.bhphotovideo.com
Nikon D3100 w/18-55mm zoom, $649.95 after a $50.00 Instant Savings from B&H. Ends 7-30-2011.
Canon 550D/T2i w/18-55mm zoom, $749.95 after a $50.00 Instant Savings from B&H. Ends 7-9-2011.
Sony SLT A55 w/18-55mm zoom, $799.99 after a $50.00 Instant Savings from B&H. Ends 7-9-2011.
All 3 cameras have free USA shipping.
With its built-in focusing motor and Sony's version of Image Stabilization in the camera body and use of the legacy Minolta Maxxum "A" lens mount the SLT A55 can use the Legacy Minolta Maxxum AF lenses dating back to 1985 and they will auto focus and become, in effect, IS lenses.
The Nikon D3100 requires the more expensive Nikon AF-S lenses if you want them to auto focus.
Canon and Nikon have their respective versions of IS in some but not all of their lenses plus you pay for it over and over. A Minolta Maxxum AF 50mm f1.4 prime lens on the A55 will be an IS lens. Neither Nikon nor Canon offers an IS 50mm prime lens.
In my opinion the Sony SLT A55 offers technology and features that Nikon and Canon lack. Its only a matter of time before Canon and Nikon will have to respond by upgrading their technology to match that of the Sony A55.
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