February 2009
what Digital SRL should i buy?
I want to get into photography but i dont want to deal with film just yet. i know DSRL's are really expensive so i checked craigslist and here are the different brands i found. experienced photographers only, please give your opinion on the best professional camera for a beginner to use. thanks!
Nikon Digital SLR Camera [...]
Are my old SLR lenses compatible with my new Olympus digital EVOLT 510?
I have an old Pentax-FA SMC28-80 lense and an old Tamron (made for Pentax) 70-210 lense. Both are for film based SLR Pentax PZ10 and before experimenting I'd like an opinion first. Thanks.
Can you focus the lenses and change the apertures without a camera?
If you can't, no luck — you [...]
Can I put a Nikon film SLR lense on a Nikon D40 digital SLR?
Are they interchangeable?
Yes they are. Virtually any Nikon lens from 1959 on will mount to your D40. The D40 does not have a focus motor built into the body so in order for the auto focus to work you need either an AFi or AFs lens. The other lenses will work though. You will just [...]
Whis is the best overall SRL digital camera, lens combo for picture clarity under $600? Sony, Nikon, Pentax?
Which is the best value among these 4 SRL camera and lens combinations. I’m looking for a camera a lens combination which is clean, crisp and sharp. I will be using a tripod. I know that the lens are the most important thing but I’m torn between these 4 combinations and don’t know [...]
what is the best digital slr camera for under $600?
looking for a high quality digital slr under $600? sony, nikon, pentax, whatever, dosen't matter. just the best UNDER $550-$600
The Nikon D40 is a great little camera, very easy to use and quite reasonably priced. It has a few "consumer friendly" totally automatic modes that make it very easy to use – including [...]
Do I really need a warranty with a Nikon Digital SLR?
Just curious – I have many friends who have Nikon Digital SLR's, and have never once had a problem after years.
There are local sellers selling D40, and the D60 for almost $200 less than major retail stores. That's why I'm asking.
Thanks!
Nikon DSLR's come with a one year warranty and many of the lenses [...]
What is the best SLR digital camera for a budding photographer starting her own portrait business?
I am on a budget right now and don't really want to spend more than $800. And I still have an old Pentax ZX-50 film camera in top condition. Would a photo shop trade that in?
You need to understand:
1) Posing
2) Light (natural light, augmented (light box) and studio lighting)
3) Depth of Field based on the [...]
interchange of lens from Film SLR to Digital SLR?
I have Ashai Pentax & Honeywell Pentax with its wideangle, tele, Zoom etc, Screw mount. Can I use these lens to any of the Digital SLR camera. Thanks in advance for your guidance.
I don’t think you can use screw thread lenses with any of the modern digital SLR’s, if you can you best bet would [...]
Going from a Canon EOS Rebel Ti (film) to a digital Canon SLR, what camera do you recommend?
Please let me know why, if you'd like
Buy the least expensive one you can find. They can all make excellent images and you already have the skills, so you don't have to reinvent the wheel, just start shooting.
You will learn soon enough if you want to spend over $2000 to buy a 5D [...]
What lens should I buy next for my digital SLR?
I have a Pentax k100, and I am an amateur, but it came with the 18-55 mm lens, which is decent, but I would like substantial zoom, with some good bang for the buck. ANyone have any suggestions on what lens(es) I should buy next, and where I might be able to find them [...]