Which brand/model DSLR Camera?

Amit littl

I am thinking of buying a DSLR Camera and I am confused about which brand should I go for and what model that won't cost me arms and legs. Any help?

Answer
Any of the entry level DSLRs would keep you happy for a few years. I'd pick either Canon or Nikon. I have a LOT of contact with other photographers and time and time again it seems that either one of those are most likely to make their owners happy.

The most important part is to buy only the best lenses - camera bodies get upgraded, lenses stay with us.
You WILL regret buying cheap lenses.
Don't rush into buying lenses. Start with a kit lens, get to know your camera, that lens, and all photographic principles.
Through time and through use, you will eventually KNOW what other lenses you'll need/want.
The more time you'll take, the less likely you are to regret your choices.

If you know anyone close to you with a camera, consider borrowing lenses and "picking their brain" about their camera and whatever else they know.

Go to a store and hold a few cameras, see how they feel to YOU.

Do lots of research before you buy, and start learning about photography, too.

Keep in mind that buying a DSLR isn't cheap, even if you find a good deal for body and kit lens.

You'll also want and/or need a few other things such as tripod, filters, a bag, sensor cleaning gear, a second battery, memory cards, perhaps a remote shutter release etc.

That's just the small stuff - I can guarantee you that you'll also want more and more lenses.
You'll also want a decent flash some day.

See how that list just goes on and on?
Owning a DSLR isn't cheap - at least not until you have built up a nice stash of gear.

Just some food for thought........

Are different DSLR camera and lens brands compatible?

snap diggy

My hubby bought me a Sony a lens for Valentine's day! Sweet, but I own a Nikon D40! Is there any way to use them together still? I already tried, and even though they look very similar, they do not seem to fit together.

Answer
Lenses are built for one of the several different "lens mounts" found on dSLRs:

F mount: Used by Nikon and Fuji
EF Mount: Used by Canon
A/α mount: Previously used by Minolta, now by Sony
SA mount: Used by Sigma
K mount: Used by Pentax and Samsung
4:3 mount: Used by Olympus and Panasonic

A lens made for one of these mounts will not fit on any of the others. And most body makers, with the exception of Sigma, only make lenses for their own respective mount.

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DSLR Camera?

Q. I was just wondering if anyone could tell me what brand/model of DSLR cameras are the easiest to use, in your opinion? Right now I just have a point and shoot (kodak), and I want to upgrade to a DSLR, but don't want to deal with a complicated camera (a ton of buttons and hard to follow menus). I have searched brands and models before but I just can't tell by what the websites say.

Any suggestions?

Answer
If you have been using a 35mm SLR for a few years, the time to learn the special differences in a digital camera may only take you a few more months. You have to remember to keep your eye on the lighting so you can change the ISO and white balance as necessary.

Right now there are a few Nikon D40's with 18-55mm lens (under $470) and Canon 400D's with 18-55mm lens (under $550) to start your shooting career.

http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/notcamera.htm

http://www.jdpower.com/electronics/ratings/digital-camera-ratings/dslr

Pick out a couple and then actually go into a store and hold both of them in your hands and see which one feels the best to you and your shooting style

Best brand for a DSLR camera?

Dazzling b

I really like photography and I want to buy a dslr camera. I am a beginner so I need an easy, lightweight, cheap yet excellent camera with a fast shuttter speed and crystal clear resolution? So what is the best brand and what is the best store I can buy one at?

Answer
With buying DSLR's, you generally want to buy the best that you can afford.

The entry level DSLRs offered by Canon and Nikon will not only give you excellent lens selections in their respective brands, they are lightweight, and relatively inexpensive.

Even though these entry-level DSLR's can reach shutter speeds of 1/4000 of a second, or faster, the photo will only be as good as how much light hits that little sensor. and that light is only as good as the glass it's traveling through. In other words, quality lenses are paramount to creating "crystal clear" images. This may take the "cheap" out of the equation, save for the 50mm f/1.8 lenses offered by both of these companies. These lenses are usually under $100, but are built as such. Good lenses can cost upwards of $2000 (some even adding another 0 for the super-telephotos).

I would recommend you read some books on DSLR's, or maybe some forums such as photo.net and canon/nikon user forums. Start out with a body, a good QUALITY lens (not a body/lens kit, as the kit lens tends to leave MUCH to be desired). and throw in one of the 50/1.8 to get the low-light, blurry background shots. Prime lenses usually make you work a little harder, and think a little harder to create your photographs...

As for purchasing, I usually buy from B&H, Adorama, or Amazon (all online, BEST prices, no sales tax!).

Good luck!

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Good, cheap Canon brand DSLR camera?

Cmrn

I am looking for a good Canon brand DSLR camera. I'm going to save up around $150-200 before October (my birthday) and I'll get birthday money so I will buy a Canon. What is a good and cheap (under $300) DSLR Canon camera? I don't want a giant screen at all, I don't really care for the screen but I need one that takes a memory card not film. I'd like a nice lens (manual focus obviously) links, and experince would be nice. Thanks!:)

Answer
I have a list of the best canon DSLRs in the market now but none of them are even close to $300:

http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&redirect=true&ref_=sr_in_-2_p_4_8&bbn=3017941&qid=1316700352&rnid=15784691&rh=n%3A172282%2Cn%3A%21493964%2Cn%3A502394%2Cn%3A281052%2Cn%3A3017941%2Cp_4%3ACanon&_encoding=UTF8&tag=faumioe-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

If you can stretch your budget i recommend Canon EOS Rebel T3 12.2 MP CMOS Digital SLR with 18-55mm IS II Lens and EOS HD Movie Mode:

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Rebel-T3-Digital-18-55mm/dp/B004J3Y9U6/ref=sr_1_3?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1334313849&sr=1-3&tag=faumioe-20

If not i suggest you get a nice high quality point and shoot canon camera. List of the best ones:

http://www.amazon.com/s?ie=UTF8&redirect=true&ref_=sr_in_-2_p_4_5&bbn=330405011&qid=1316699059&rnid=15784691&rh=n%3A172282%2Cn%3A%21493964%2Cn%3A502394%2Cn%3A281052%2Cn%3A330405011%2Cp_4%3ACanon&_encoding=UTF8&tag=faumioe-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=390957

Out of these i recommend Canon SX40 HS 12.1MP Digital Camera with 35x Wide Angle Optical Image Stabilized Zoom and 2.7-Inch Vari-Angle Wide LCD:

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-SX40-HS-Stabilized-Vari-Angle/dp/B005MTMFHU/ref=zg_bs_330405011_2&tag=faumioe-20

Read this review by a user about the overall performance of the camera:

http://www.amazon.com/review/R2YMI7IB33E4LQ/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B005MTMFHU&nodeID=&linkCode=&tag=faumioe-20

Hope this helps.

Which is the best DSLR camera brand?

Vic

Thanks

Answer
This is strongly subjective, people are usually very defensive of their own brands, I'm morally neutral (so to speak), as I'm looking at changing systems. The ones I will talk about are Sony, Canon, Nikon and Panasonic.

Sony only started making DSLRs a few years ago, but are already very popular. Whilst the cameras are superb, they don't seem to support the lower end of the market as much as they used to. The A33 is a superb camera though. Also, Sony G lenses are of reasonable build quality, and have nice glass. There is also a range of Carl Zeiss lenses (superb, possibly unbeatable glass) endorsed by Sony for those who are bonkers....and rich. Good, but not a cheap option anymore.

Canon is the brand of choice for most collages, schools and Unis. This is because as a rule, Canon is the cheapest system. You will get the most MPs and biggest sensors for your buck here. However, the price comes at a price.... The build quality on the majority of Canons is lightweight to say the least, so you have to buy into the high-end models if you want to abuse it. A good range of lenses for different levels of photographer.

Nikon are another of the DSLR market leaders. In terms of abuse, these cameras are the strongest. The low end models are not built to withstand much, but are better made than their Canon counterparts. You don't have to get that much higher up to get the magnesium-alloy bodies. The lenses here are the best established for quality, the glass has a good reputation, the build of the lenses is super as well, and can take a lot of abuse.

Finally, Panasonic is not a major player, but do make a range of DSLRs. These are the most compact DSLRs, are reasonably well built and are full of jingles. I wouldn't recommend them for the serious professional, as the lens range is not great, though panasonic do a lot of work with Leica, so the glass is good. If you are going to buy an SLR and stick it on auto most of the time, get a Panasonic, it has intelligent auto (which is a massive improvement).

Diagnosis:
-For the studio-bound student type: Canon/Sony
-For the adventurous action type: Nikon
-For the advanced amateur/artist: Sony
-For the individual who uses the Auto mode: Panasonic Lumix

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Best Nikon DSLR camera for shooting scenery and animal shots?

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Hi Folks,

After using compact cameras for decades, I decide to update to DSLR camera.

If budget isn't an issue, which DSLR camera is suitable for scenery and animal shots?
I'm a outdoor lover so I frequently take outdoor scenery shots which my compact camera's quality is not up to standard.

What about low end budget DSLR camera but with good lens/software support which I might be upgrade in near future?

Appreciate your kind response before I hit the shop =D

Thank you.

Answer
It is not so much the camera as it is the lens.

Entry level DSLRs almost universally come with a consumer-grade 18-55mm lens. This is just a starter lens, and is not meant to be the only lens you have; otherwise the lens would not be made removable.

There are two types of DSLRs, consumer-grade (which includes entry level and advanced amateur) and professional. Professional DSLRs have full frame sensors, and consumer-grade DSLRs have cropped sensors; at least for purposes of this explanation.

The type of DSLR you chose will also dictate a bit which lenses you need. And since you are asking this question, I am assuming you are in the market for a non-professional (cropped APS sensor) DSLR, so my answer is according to this assumption.

Landscape lenses: look for a "superwide" angle lens. Something in the 10 to 24mm range. This lens is good for scenery and indoor shots. However, for indoor shots, you will want a fast lens. My recommendation is a Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 Dx2. It is available in Nikon, Canon, and Sony mounts.

Animal shots: For animals close to you, your kit 18-55mm lens will do. However, if you want to upgrade to one that will work in low light/indoors, look at a Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8, or your camera manufacturer's lens (for example; Canon 17-55mm f/2.8 or Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8). These lenses are very similar to your kit lens except that they will let more light in and are better in low-light situations.

Animal shots for distant animals, you will need a telephoto lens. A good choice is a 70-300mm telephoto for most wildlife, or for birding, something like a Sigma (nicknamed "Bigma") 50-500mm.

For sports, you want a faster telephoto lens (one that lets in more light/can be used at faster shutter speeds). The king of sports telephotos is the 70-200mm f/2.8. And good thing you said budget is not an issue, as these lenses cost up to $2,500.

Thing is, lenses are vastly more important than the camera. All too often, first-time buyers will buy the most expensive DSLR they can afford, then buy a lens almost as an afterthought.

But the opposite is true; buy the best lens you can afford (which will be the most expensive) and buy the camera almost as an afterthought.

A good set of lenses will be 80% of your DSLR investment, with the camera being around 20%. So if you buy a $1,000 camera, you should be expecting to spend $4,000 minimum on lenses to get the most performance out of your camera.

And also realize there is consumer-grade lenses and professional-grade. My recommendation is to buy professional-grade whenever you can, even if you have a consumer-grade camera. Professional grade means lenses with apertures of f/2.8 or wider.

Here are my recommendations for a good starter set of lenses:

For APS (cropped consumer-grade cameras):

Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 for your brand camera.
Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 for your brand camera (or your camera's brand 17-55mm f/2.8)
Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 for your brand camera (or your camera's brand 70-200mm f/2.8)

And you may want to supplement these lenses with a longer telephoto; 70-300mm or 400~500mm if and when you can afford it. This lens can be slower than f/2.8 though, as you will usually be using a tripod anyway. You can get a 70-300mm f/4.5~5.6 for around $600, or a 500mm lens in the $1,200 range (for example, the Sigma 150-500mm f/5.6~6.3 for birding).

But if you need a f/2.8 and money is no object - you can buy a Sigma 200-500mm f/2.8 if you want for $32,000. Most of us don't need one, and do not want to carry around a bazooka (literally):

http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2009/04/009475l_01.jpg

Really... that lens exists.

Also, for superior low-light, a 50mm f/1.8 or f/1.4 can be purchased for $200 to $400, so it is not a huge investment for a great lens.

Thing is, due to the high cost of good lenses, you can spend a fortune on them, and if you buy the wrong lens for your needs, you can waste a fortune on them. Before plunking $5,000 down on lenses and a camera, you might want to find someone in your area that is knowledgeable and have them teach you a bit.

Most photographers will be happy to do so, but they might inject their own bias as to brands as this is a very brand-oriented and brand-loyal hobby and profession.

How to chose the best dslr camera?

Ryan

I am looking for a nikon dslr but I don't know which camera is best for me.

I am new to photography and I like to shoot stuff close (autofocus) and shoot objects with low shutter speeds

Is a dslr camera with an autofocus motor better? If so which one is the best?

Answer
Any of the entry level DSLR's would be fine. Canon or Nikon are both good - it depends on your preferences, or perhaps if someone you know owns the same brand.

The lenses are much more important, because they will stay with you even when you upgrade to a new camera body, so make sure to buy the best you possibly can when it comes to lens shopping - you WILL regret buying slow lenses.

Canon tends to be a little cheaper and have a bit more choice, including on the second hand market.

Pick a favorite few cameras, compare them on www.dpreview.com, then play with them in a store...... handling them might help you decide which one to get.

The very best thing you can do for your photography, is to attend a class and read a few books and tutorials. Having some knowledge will make a huge difference to your images.
I hope I have expressed this idea clearly enough: YOU need to learn about photography because even the world's best camera will take lousy shots in the hands of someone who has no clue how to use it.

It sounds like you need to start that learning process BEFORE you even go shopping. Don't spend money until you understand all the terms and concepts properly - you'll just end up disappointed with your choices later.

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Best Nikon DSLR camera for shooting scenery and animal shots?

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Hi Folks,

After using compact cameras for decades, I decide to update to DSLR camera.

If budget isn't an issue, which DSLR camera is suitable for scenery and animal shots?
I'm a outdoor lover so I frequently take outdoor scenery shots which my compact camera's quality is not up to standard.

What about low end budget DSLR camera but with good lens/software support which I might be upgrade in near future?

Appreciate your kind response before I hit the shop =D

Thank you.

Answer
It is not so much the camera as it is the lens.

Entry level DSLRs almost universally come with a consumer-grade 18-55mm lens. This is just a starter lens, and is not meant to be the only lens you have; otherwise the lens would not be made removable.

There are two types of DSLRs, consumer-grade (which includes entry level and advanced amateur) and professional. Professional DSLRs have full frame sensors, and consumer-grade DSLRs have cropped sensors; at least for purposes of this explanation.

The type of DSLR you chose will also dictate a bit which lenses you need. And since you are asking this question, I am assuming you are in the market for a non-professional (cropped APS sensor) DSLR, so my answer is according to this assumption.

Landscape lenses: look for a "superwide" angle lens. Something in the 10 to 24mm range. This lens is good for scenery and indoor shots. However, for indoor shots, you will want a fast lens. My recommendation is a Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 Dx2. It is available in Nikon, Canon, and Sony mounts.

Animal shots: For animals close to you, your kit 18-55mm lens will do. However, if you want to upgrade to one that will work in low light/indoors, look at a Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8, or your camera manufacturer's lens (for example; Canon 17-55mm f/2.8 or Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8). These lenses are very similar to your kit lens except that they will let more light in and are better in low-light situations.

Animal shots for distant animals, you will need a telephoto lens. A good choice is a 70-300mm telephoto for most wildlife, or for birding, something like a Sigma (nicknamed "Bigma") 50-500mm.

For sports, you want a faster telephoto lens (one that lets in more light/can be used at faster shutter speeds). The king of sports telephotos is the 70-200mm f/2.8. And good thing you said budget is not an issue, as these lenses cost up to $2,500.

Thing is, lenses are vastly more important than the camera. All too often, first-time buyers will buy the most expensive DSLR they can afford, then buy a lens almost as an afterthought.

But the opposite is true; buy the best lens you can afford (which will be the most expensive) and buy the camera almost as an afterthought.

A good set of lenses will be 80% of your DSLR investment, with the camera being around 20%. So if you buy a $1,000 camera, you should be expecting to spend $4,000 minimum on lenses to get the most performance out of your camera.

And also realize there is consumer-grade lenses and professional-grade. My recommendation is to buy professional-grade whenever you can, even if you have a consumer-grade camera. Professional grade means lenses with apertures of f/2.8 or wider.

Here are my recommendations for a good starter set of lenses:

For APS (cropped consumer-grade cameras):

Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 for your brand camera.
Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 for your brand camera (or your camera's brand 17-55mm f/2.8)
Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 for your brand camera (or your camera's brand 70-200mm f/2.8)

And you may want to supplement these lenses with a longer telephoto; 70-300mm or 400~500mm if and when you can afford it. This lens can be slower than f/2.8 though, as you will usually be using a tripod anyway. You can get a 70-300mm f/4.5~5.6 for around $600, or a 500mm lens in the $1,200 range (for example, the Sigma 150-500mm f/5.6~6.3 for birding).

But if you need a f/2.8 and money is no object - you can buy a Sigma 200-500mm f/2.8 if you want for $32,000. Most of us don't need one, and do not want to carry around a bazooka (literally):

http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2009/04/009475l_01.jpg

Really... that lens exists.

Also, for superior low-light, a 50mm f/1.8 or f/1.4 can be purchased for $200 to $400, so it is not a huge investment for a great lens.

Thing is, due to the high cost of good lenses, you can spend a fortune on them, and if you buy the wrong lens for your needs, you can waste a fortune on them. Before plunking $5,000 down on lenses and a camera, you might want to find someone in your area that is knowledgeable and have them teach you a bit.

Most photographers will be happy to do so, but they might inject their own bias as to brands as this is a very brand-oriented and brand-loyal hobby and profession.

How to chose the best dslr camera?

Ryan

I am looking for a nikon dslr but I don't know which camera is best for me.

I am new to photography and I like to shoot stuff close (autofocus) and shoot objects with low shutter speeds

Is a dslr camera with an autofocus motor better? If so which one is the best?

Answer
Any of the entry level DSLR's would be fine. Canon or Nikon are both good - it depends on your preferences, or perhaps if someone you know owns the same brand.

The lenses are much more important, because they will stay with you even when you upgrade to a new camera body, so make sure to buy the best you possibly can when it comes to lens shopping - you WILL regret buying slow lenses.

Canon tends to be a little cheaper and have a bit more choice, including on the second hand market.

Pick a favorite few cameras, compare them on www.dpreview.com, then play with them in a store...... handling them might help you decide which one to get.

The very best thing you can do for your photography, is to attend a class and read a few books and tutorials. Having some knowledge will make a huge difference to your images.
I hope I have expressed this idea clearly enough: YOU need to learn about photography because even the world's best camera will take lousy shots in the hands of someone who has no clue how to use it.

It sounds like you need to start that learning process BEFORE you even go shopping. Don't spend money until you understand all the terms and concepts properly - you'll just end up disappointed with your choices later.

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Best Nikon DSLR camera for shooting scenery and animal shots?

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Hi Folks,

After using compact cameras for decades, I decide to update to DSLR camera.

If budget isn't an issue, which DSLR camera is suitable for scenery and animal shots?
I'm a outdoor lover so I frequently take outdoor scenery shots which my compact camera's quality is not up to standard.

What about low end budget DSLR camera but with good lens/software support which I might be upgrade in near future?

Appreciate your kind response before I hit the shop =D

Thank you.

Answer
It is not so much the camera as it is the lens.

Entry level DSLRs almost universally come with a consumer-grade 18-55mm lens. This is just a starter lens, and is not meant to be the only lens you have; otherwise the lens would not be made removable.

There are two types of DSLRs, consumer-grade (which includes entry level and advanced amateur) and professional. Professional DSLRs have full frame sensors, and consumer-grade DSLRs have cropped sensors; at least for purposes of this explanation.

The type of DSLR you chose will also dictate a bit which lenses you need. And since you are asking this question, I am assuming you are in the market for a non-professional (cropped APS sensor) DSLR, so my answer is according to this assumption.

Landscape lenses: look for a "superwide" angle lens. Something in the 10 to 24mm range. This lens is good for scenery and indoor shots. However, for indoor shots, you will want a fast lens. My recommendation is a Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 Dx2. It is available in Nikon, Canon, and Sony mounts.

Animal shots: For animals close to you, your kit 18-55mm lens will do. However, if you want to upgrade to one that will work in low light/indoors, look at a Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8, or your camera manufacturer's lens (for example; Canon 17-55mm f/2.8 or Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8). These lenses are very similar to your kit lens except that they will let more light in and are better in low-light situations.

Animal shots for distant animals, you will need a telephoto lens. A good choice is a 70-300mm telephoto for most wildlife, or for birding, something like a Sigma (nicknamed "Bigma") 50-500mm.

For sports, you want a faster telephoto lens (one that lets in more light/can be used at faster shutter speeds). The king of sports telephotos is the 70-200mm f/2.8. And good thing you said budget is not an issue, as these lenses cost up to $2,500.

Thing is, lenses are vastly more important than the camera. All too often, first-time buyers will buy the most expensive DSLR they can afford, then buy a lens almost as an afterthought.

But the opposite is true; buy the best lens you can afford (which will be the most expensive) and buy the camera almost as an afterthought.

A good set of lenses will be 80% of your DSLR investment, with the camera being around 20%. So if you buy a $1,000 camera, you should be expecting to spend $4,000 minimum on lenses to get the most performance out of your camera.

And also realize there is consumer-grade lenses and professional-grade. My recommendation is to buy professional-grade whenever you can, even if you have a consumer-grade camera. Professional grade means lenses with apertures of f/2.8 or wider.

Here are my recommendations for a good starter set of lenses:

For APS (cropped consumer-grade cameras):

Tokina 11-16mm f/2.8 for your brand camera.
Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 for your brand camera (or your camera's brand 17-55mm f/2.8)
Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 for your brand camera (or your camera's brand 70-200mm f/2.8)

And you may want to supplement these lenses with a longer telephoto; 70-300mm or 400~500mm if and when you can afford it. This lens can be slower than f/2.8 though, as you will usually be using a tripod anyway. You can get a 70-300mm f/4.5~5.6 for around $600, or a 500mm lens in the $1,200 range (for example, the Sigma 150-500mm f/5.6~6.3 for birding).

But if you need a f/2.8 and money is no object - you can buy a Sigma 200-500mm f/2.8 if you want for $32,000. Most of us don't need one, and do not want to carry around a bazooka (literally):

http://cache.gawkerassets.com/assets/images/gizmodo/2009/04/009475l_01.jpg

Really... that lens exists.

Also, for superior low-light, a 50mm f/1.8 or f/1.4 can be purchased for $200 to $400, so it is not a huge investment for a great lens.

Thing is, due to the high cost of good lenses, you can spend a fortune on them, and if you buy the wrong lens for your needs, you can waste a fortune on them. Before plunking $5,000 down on lenses and a camera, you might want to find someone in your area that is knowledgeable and have them teach you a bit.

Most photographers will be happy to do so, but they might inject their own bias as to brands as this is a very brand-oriented and brand-loyal hobby and profession.

How to chose the best dslr camera?

Ryan

I am looking for a nikon dslr but I don't know which camera is best for me.

I am new to photography and I like to shoot stuff close (autofocus) and shoot objects with low shutter speeds

Is a dslr camera with an autofocus motor better? If so which one is the best?

Answer
Any of the entry level DSLR's would be fine. Canon or Nikon are both good - it depends on your preferences, or perhaps if someone you know owns the same brand.

The lenses are much more important, because they will stay with you even when you upgrade to a new camera body, so make sure to buy the best you possibly can when it comes to lens shopping - you WILL regret buying slow lenses.

Canon tends to be a little cheaper and have a bit more choice, including on the second hand market.

Pick a favorite few cameras, compare them on www.dpreview.com, then play with them in a store...... handling them might help you decide which one to get.

The very best thing you can do for your photography, is to attend a class and read a few books and tutorials. Having some knowledge will make a huge difference to your images.
I hope I have expressed this idea clearly enough: YOU need to learn about photography because even the world's best camera will take lousy shots in the hands of someone who has no clue how to use it.

It sounds like you need to start that learning process BEFORE you even go shopping. Don't spend money until you understand all the terms and concepts properly - you'll just end up disappointed with your choices later.

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What is the best DSLR camera to buy?

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Lauren

I need some experienced input! I would like to buy a DSLR camera for about $700-$800. What, in your opinion, is the best camera I should get for that? What should I look for in specs? Is megapixels the most important factor per dollar? What brands have the best features? I would like to buy a camera with a lens included in the package. Thank you!

Answer
No, megapixels are not the best way to choose, All new cameras have plenty megapixels so anything over 10 will give you a poster size print. The best way to get a camera is go to a camera store that carries multiple bands and hold them and test them out. Not all cameras feel the same while shooting. The 2 big brands are Canon and Nikon, But there are more like Olympus, Panasonic, Sony Fuji and others. There are cameras better for sports then there are ones for portraits (this cost big bucks) or just a walk around camera. Most of the Canon rebels will be good and some have video. If you are planning on upgrading later you should get a camera that has a lot of choices for new lenses. You will keep a good lens longer then the camera.The Canon EOS Rebel T2i Black 18.0 MP come with the lens and has Video Around $649.00

What brand of dslr cameras do you recommend?

ohemgeelaf

I'm always having trouble about what dslr cameras to buy? There's so many different kinds out there and I'm stuck.. (the prices are always changing too) What do you recommend? I really want a nice camera that's about $500-$1000, including lenses. Is it better to buy lenses separate or with? What brand do you consider top quality? Thanks.

Answer
If you don't feel like reading anything else, just get a Nikon D40.

It's a wonderful camera, and is the best entry-level DSLR out there. It's fast, lightweight, CHEAP, and opens up the entire range of Nikon lenses (the best in the world) to you.

You see, you buy an SLR for the lenses. That's where the real quality comes from. You're going to update your DSLR body every few years anyways, but lenses will last decades. You might be only able to get a D40 body now, but in five years, you might want a $2000 Nikon.

My advice is to get the D40 and to buy a very nice lens (or two).

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