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  • AlanG
    • Dec 2008
    • 6296
    #1

    Another DSLR thread

    Following on from Gern's thread about cameras, i too am starting to look at getting a decentish one.

    I have looked at a couple of reviews and like the look of the Nikon D3000. Any comments on this camera? I'll be using it for every day pics and also model shots.
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    • tr1ckey66
      SMF Supporters
      • Mar 2009
      • 3592
      #2
      Can't comment on that particular model but I've got a Nikon D80 and it does everything I ask of it - the 13 point auto focus is particularly good. I've just read that the D3000 has an 11 point system which is good. I would think most of the functions are pretty much as mine so, you'll have overrides on all the major controls - shutter speed, aperture, film speed (ISO setting) and even white balance (which is good for remedying tainted light sources - tungsten light for instance).

      I like my Nikon and the images it's produced have been excellent even when shooting from the cuff - all the close-ups of the figures alts in the GB had no particular lighting and were shot hand-held, at arms length with one hand! I have done some studio stuff too and then you can really explore depth of field etc.

      Look at at more cameras in the price bracket but I believe Nikon to be a good brand.

      Sorry I couldn't be more help on that particular model

      Cheers

      Paul

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        • Guest
          #3
          If you're set on a DSLR, (ask yourself very seriously what you want to do with your camera, even an entry level DSLR is pricey and unless you intend to explore the creative aspects an SLR gives you'd be just as well off with a good compact, I can get into the specifics if you wish, have been into photography for more years than any other hobby i've had, started with a bakelite box brownie)

          Anyhow, back to the point, before you decide go to a shop and physically handle one of each of the decent known brands of SLR in your price range where possible with a good range of lenses, Nikon, Canon, Olympus and the recent Sony range are all good, but some fit your hand and some just don't.

          Theres next to nothing in qaulity difference, (though i've heard some ridiculous statements), but comfort is paramount, I use Canon, have done exclusively for years as they all fit me well and more importantly to me they never drastically change the button layout and configuration which means I can jump from one to another with ease, if lens choice is important then Canon or Nikon are the only real options as they have the best range of glass.

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            • Guest
              #4
              I agree with Mike, the handling of an entry level Canon or Nikon is what will make the difference. Believe it or not, my DSLR is a Nkon D40, it is a 6 megapixel camera with three focus points and about as basic as it comes. The images from it never cease to amaze me. Mostly now though, and for 90% of the pictures you will see on here, I use a Canon G10 compact which is 14 mega pixel and is superb. For pure image quality, not technical quality, the Nikon is far superior. Try the Canon and Nikon in a camera shop and get a feel of them, whichever feels best will be the one to get. Technically, you would need laboratory testing to tell the difference.

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                • AlanG
                  • Dec 2008
                  • 6296
                  #5
                  Originally posted by \
                  If you're set on a DSLR, (ask yourself very seriously what you want to do with your camera, even an entry level DSLR is pricey and unless you intend to explore the creative aspects an SLR gives you'd be just as well off with a good compact, I can get into the specifics if you wish, have been into photography for more years than any other hobby i've had, started with a bakelite box brownie)
                  I still own my Olympus OM-10 and IS-200 35mm cameras and love them to bits. But i just feel i want to step up into the digital age and start taking pics with it. Don't get me wrong i love 35mm film but it has alot of restrictions.

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                    • Guest
                      #6
                      When you buy your camera here's a few things to think about.

                      Have two or three cameras that you like in mind and take a trip to a camera shop. Ok I know you can get better deals on line but you're about to spend a lot of money. Some not all camera shops will let you try before you buy while you're in the shop. This way you get to "feel" the camera not only for weight but size and bulk of the camera body and how it fits in your hands. Remember what feels right for one person will or indeed willl not feel right for you. What you are looking for is a comfatable balanced feel where your hand and fingers are not over stretched or feel out of place. Not only that but you can get a good feel for the camera with the lens in place. You might even be able to take a few test shots.

                      Things to look out for

                      Simple layout

                      Easy to read screens and menus

                      Battery life length

                      Cost of extra lenses (these are not cheap)

                      Remember with a lens it's all about the glass the better the glass the sharper the image

                      Built in flash, how quick is the recharge time, what is the maximum coverage.

                      Back screen display the bigger the better

                      Canon, Nikon, Sony all make good kit

                      Sigma make very good third party lenses

                      I hope the above will be of some help

                      Regards

                      David

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