Sue
I am an amateur that purchased a Fuji fixed lens digital camera 5 years ago because I couldn't afford a $900 DSLR. I now would like to purchase a dslr. I love my friends' Canon Rebels but since I have the old Minolta lenses should I go with the Sony? This may be my last camera purchase so I need to make a long term decision. I take mostly scenery, people, and dabble in some close-up nature shots.
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IF your Minolta lenses are the Maxxum AF versions then by all means buy a Sony DSLR. If they are the older manual focus versions sell them on eBay and buy whatever DSLR you like.
However, I will suggest taking a good look at the Sony SLT A33 and SLT A55. These cameras feature Sony's Translucent Mirror Technology (TMT) which allows for full-time continuous auto focus whether you're shooting still pictures or 1080p HD video. TMT also allows shooting at 7fps with the A33 and 10fps with the A55 (fps = frames per second). Both models feature 2D or 3D Sweep Panorama as well. Both models can use the legacy Minolta Maxxum lenses and they will auto focus and meter as they should. Reviews:
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA33/AA33A.HTM
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA55/AA55A.HTM
The difference between them:
http://www.digitalphotographywriter.com/2010/08/sony-a33-vs-a55-whats-difference.html
IF your Minolta lenses are the Maxxum AF versions then by all means buy a Sony DSLR. If they are the older manual focus versions sell them on eBay and buy whatever DSLR you like.
However, I will suggest taking a good look at the Sony SLT A33 and SLT A55. These cameras feature Sony's Translucent Mirror Technology (TMT) which allows for full-time continuous auto focus whether you're shooting still pictures or 1080p HD video. TMT also allows shooting at 7fps with the A33 and 10fps with the A55 (fps = frames per second). Both models feature 2D or 3D Sweep Panorama as well. Both models can use the legacy Minolta Maxxum lenses and they will auto focus and meter as they should. Reviews:
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA33/AA33A.HTM
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA55/AA55A.HTM
The difference between them:
http://www.digitalphotographywriter.com/2010/08/sony-a33-vs-a55-whats-difference.html
Which DSLR camera should i choose ?
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.
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