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Can someone recommend a good digital SLR camera please?

admin — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 01:12:09 +0000

Note – I would like your own personal opinions, not just lists or reviews pulled from the web.

I am looking to spend up to £750 maximum and I especially want a camera with good speed-shot capability for moving objects etc.

Taking films is not a priority but I would like the capability to shoot greater than 360p. After a succession of digital compacts I realise that I would like to make more of an effort with pictures, and I would also like to avoid the inherent noise that seems to appear with the Sony Cybershots.

Thanks in advance!
Thanks guys – the rebel T2i was one I saw and read about as well!!! Fairly compelling case for it so far!!!!

Seeing so many Canon fans here, I can’t help myself but also highly recommend the Nikon D5000. It has fantastic high-iso performance, 720p HD recording, a tilt/swivel screen, and in my subjective opinion- more comfortable to hold than the Canons due to its better-designed grip.

Of course, the end decision is yours. Both Canon and Nikon are superb brands to go for in the DSLR field. Have fun and good luck!

Canon or Nikon Digital SLR camera?

admin — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 18:46:11 +0000

I am completely torn between the Canon EOS Rebel T1i SLR Camera and the Nikon D5000. I am into macro, conceptual, and nature photography. And I can’t decide between either camera. The Nikon is about 20$ cheaper; but the Canon has had more reviews and is seemingly more popular. But I want to decide which camera I will buy; and use Photoshop or iPhoto. I’d really like if you could help my choose and have an explination(: Thank you!

They are both good cameras. Your question is like asking what is the best car, stereo, or even restaurant. Everybody has their own opinion. I agree with Sagara, go to a camera shop and try each one. When I shot film, I liked Minolta. When I switched to digital, I tried the different brands. I liked the way Canon felt, not only how the body felt, but the layout of all of the controls (buttons, dial, and even menu layout).
As far as editing software, Photoshop is the standard among professional photographers. It does have a steeper learning curve, but you will find there is a lot of help available with any questions you may have.

Digital SLR Cameras… what would you recommend?

admin — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 08:12:12 +0000

I’m looking to buy a Digital SLR camera and was wondering what you would recommend? I don’t want to spend a ton of money though, at most a couple of hundred… I want something with really great quality, the type where you can click a billion times in a row without being forced to look at the last image you took. Also one where you can review the shots on the camera. What would you recommend?
Also one that is good for action shots and portraits.

Okay these are probably your best choices now

Pentax KX
Canon 450D or 500D
Nikon D3000 or D5000
Sony A230 or A330
Olympus E-420 or E-520

For Micro 4/3rd’s/mirrorless

Olympus E-PL1
Panasonic G1
Sony NEX 3
Samsung NX10

All of these are very high quality cameras well within your price range. I work in camera store so I have tried all of these.

Which one to choose?

The most flexibility will come from a DSLR
The most convenient will be a compact
Micro 4/3rds will offer some qualities of both

The camera to get will be the one that fits best your shooting style. Ergonomics are extremely important in this regard. A camera should feel comfortable in your hand. The menus and controls also should be laid out in manner which makes sense to you. The camera that meets these criteria will then be the best camera for you.

Hope this helps

(BTW I really like the Pentax KX, It is almost as good a Nikon D90 for $400 less)

http://cheapdslrprofessional.blogspot.co…

Will the lens off a Canon EOS Rebel X fit a digital Canon SLR?

admin — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:48:01 +0000

http://www.betterphoto.com/reviews/reviewItemDetail.asp?reviewItemID=2111 That’s the camera. More specifically, will it fit a Canon T1i?

As long as the lens is EF-mount, it will fit any EOS body digital or not.

This include all the after-market brands as well.

The only thing that you will need to watch out is whether the lens is EF or EF-S design. Which in your case, it really doesn’t matter.

reviews on: CANON EOS 1000D Digital SLR Camera with Canon 18-55 mm EF-S Zoom Lens – 10.1 mp. Quick Please :-)?

admin — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 15:27:10 +0000

I’m looking to get the CANON EOS 1000D Digital SLR Camera with Canon 18-55 mm EF-S Zoom Lens – 10.1 mp, I only have £400 to spend and this looks like the best camera. Could you review if you have this camera.
Thanks

Here’s a review that hasn’t been given. I own a 1000D and find it a versatile, easy to use, very well built camera that yields superb photos.

I use three lenses with mine, the kit at 18-55, a Tamron 18-200 and a Canon 75-300.

Further review is here. Read my notes please because not all of these were taken with my Canon.
Be aware I’m having excellent luck with night / time exposures, day time colors are brilliant and the camera is very easy and quick to operate – but, you’ve got to read the book and keep it handy for little questions that always seem to come up.

The first 3 shots I took with my Fuji 9000. Good Luck

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jimsphotostuff/page1/

Where can i buy Canon EOS Rebel T1i 15.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 3-Inch LCD? Review?

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 02:22:04 +0000

Where can i buy Canon EOS Rebel T1i 15.1 MP CMOS Digital SLR Camera with 3-Inch LCD? Review?

Here is from where you can buy it for the cheapest. You can also read user reviews there. Hope this helps

http://tiny.cc/dudug

memory card for digital slr camera – was wondering?

admin — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 14:54:07 +0000

I bought a new extreme 3 CF memory card 8 GB from amazon.com, for my Nikon D100 – on one of the reviews someone said they were able to get 1000 raw files on it – that’s what sold me on it.

I got it in the mail, put it in my camera and put my settings on raw format – says 400 something frames available – is that the normal quantity for raw files on 8 GB? I was surprised, was expecting 1000.

Thanks!

Raw files take up 2-6x more space than the typical jpeg. So on an 8gb card if you got 600 pictures in jpg expect to get a fraction of that. The biggest advantage to having that card as it is small now is that the read and write speed is faster than standard cards. That means the info gets on and off the card much quicker.

Hello people , I am thinking of buying a Digital SLR Camera and have the following questions?

admin — Tue, 04 May 2010 00:31:52 +0000

1. I tried browsing few reviews and narrowed on 2 models – Canon rebel xsi and Nikon D 3000 . The reviews in different sites are confusing , Can i get some advise on the which is most credible and simple camera review site to help me conclude my choice

2. The online price is 10 – 15 % cheaper and im thinking of buying it online , Which is the best site to buy .

3. Which is the best store around jersey city , NJ where i can walk in and get a good demo and product experience .

Thanks folks , its amazing how Y answers can help

I think you spoke too soon about YA answers helping, those first three answers were just pathetic.

They are both nice cameras, both have a range of accessories and lenses so large that you will be spoiled for choice, both are capable of amazing images (as long as you know what you are doing) and both will certainly do all you need for some time to come..

The question is which is better for you…

I’m a Canon user but I also love Nikon. I also love Pentax, and Olympus etc, etc.. The truth is that all brands are good. The reason I chose Canon was simple.. I went into a store and handled all of the bodies in my price range. I checked the weight (too heavy?, too light?), the size (too big?, too small?, I prefer a larger DSLR), do you like the button layout? (I preferred the non cluttered shutter of the Canon DSLRs, I was not keen on Nikons placement of dozens of buttons too close to the shutter, others may prefer that!), do you like menu system?, easy to navigate etc…..

The list goes on…

At the end of the day you can not rely on biased opinions of people on a site like this, it will get you nowhere. Go into a store and try then for yourself. You wouldn’t buy a car based on somebodys opinion, you would want to test drive it first.

I personally wouldn’t buy online brand new. I’d rather pay the 10% extra in a bricks and mortar store and be safe in the knowledge that should a problem arise I can go straight there and speak to somebody face to face, but that’s my personal opinion.

Any advice on purchasing a Digital SLR?

admin — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 03:41:57 +0000

I’ve been looking into purchasing a DSLR camera for the past couple of years. I really enjoy photography and want to take this hobby to the next level. I have been researching which DSLRs are best for my "main photographic needs," which would be action shots and landscapes/travel. Although I have been reading up on this topic for quite some time, scanning reviews and online retailers, I’d also appreciate some personal recommendations.

I’ve got a Canon PowerShot DS1000 that I have been beyond satisfied with, and I’d really like to stay in the Canon family. So far, my eye has been on the Canon EOS Digital Rebel T1i 15.1-Megapixel camera.

Does anyone have any recommendations for me? Spending over $1,000 isn’t something I’m really looking to do – over time, with lens purchases, sure, but not immediately. If you have any advice on really any brand of DSLR that you’ve had good experiences with, I’d really appreciate it!

I would go with one of the higher end Canon Rebel DSLR cameras, either the Canon Rebel T1i (500D) or the Canon Rebel T2i (550D). My main reason is that they have greater high ISO ability over the other 2 Rebel models.

Below are some website links, the 1st link is to a side by side page that lists the features and specs of the 2 cameras and has links to camera reviews that includes sample images from the cameras.

The other 3 links are to seller websites but also provide customer reviews of equipment which can be very informative.

Hope this helps.

Mark

marksablow.com

Which digital SLR camera should I buy with a budget of £500?

admin — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 01:38:23 +0000

The title is pretty self-explanatory. I have exactly £500 with which to buy a digital SLR camera. From looking at reviews I’m leaning towards the Canon EOS 1000D.. but I really don’t know an awful lot about cameras so any help would be really appreciated, thanks in advance.

Here is a winner.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nikon-D5000-Digital-Camera-18-55/dp/B0025KV8Y0/ref=tag_tdp_sv_edpp_i/275-7378675-6162702

As you can see, it outperforms the 1000D in a number of ways

http://www.dxomark.com/index.php/eng/Image-Quality-Database/Compare-cameras/(appareil1)/320%7C0/(appareil2)/268%7C0/(onglet)/0/(brand)/Nikon/(brand2)/Canon