HI, IM MEANT TO BE STARTING A NEW PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE AND IM LOOKING FOR A CHEAP STARTER SLR CAMERA AND NARROWED IT DOWN TO THESE...
The Phenix DC303K
Canon EOS 3000V/300
Konica Minolta Dynax 40
ANY OPINIONS...OR IDEAS............THANKS
2006-08-04 03:54:11 · 16 answers · asked by phil m 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
Manual cameras are the easiest to learn on, BUT if you really get into photography and want to upgrade your equipment, then your stuck with all the old and have to buy new everything. If you buy the entry level canon you have picked out, those lenses will work on a professional film or even the dslr's. Economically that would be your best bet. Buy the consumer grade lenses. You can upgrade the camera and lenses as needed. I started out with a canon rebel (the first ever) and consumer lenses. I moved up to a rebel 2000 and then to a canon dslr. Consumer lenses got upgraded to better and then to L series. It just all happened over time as my experience and interest in photography grew.
2006-08-04 06:29:22 · answer #1 · answered by tan0301 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get the Canon.
I beleive Konica Minolta went out of business (was sold to Sony) but I can't confirm it.
and don't buy anything that says Phoenix or Quantaray.
And don't get Phoenix confused with Pentax.
The Pentax K-1000, mentioned earlier, is a fantastic beginner camera and can be found cheap online.
Check out http://www.cameta.com or http://keh.com for some good used prices. A Canon Rebel G has a few more features and is a great camera that can be found used.
Just be sure you're buying a kit and not body only, or else you might not get a lens with your SLR. Then those pics are gonna look a bit fuzzy :)
Happy hunting...
2006-08-04 14:50:50 · answer #2 · answered by buckleylives 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a big fan of minoltas, It's all that I used for a long time... but they got completely out of the camera business... so if something breaks, it's goint to be horrible trying to get it fixed.
Most photography courses require something that uses all manual settings. I picked up a Pentex K-100 SE from E-bay for a manual camera. The body, 3 lenses, a doubler, a flash, release cord, bag, and a couple fliters cost me around $160 and everything was in perfect condition. They haven't made that model for quite a few years but they are very rugged, nearly impossible to kill and simple enough that just about anyone can work on them. I love mine.
2006-08-04 04:08:16 · answer #3 · answered by nobodysangel_nobodysfool 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would tell you to go with the Nikon N75. Unless your course is on digital photography. Nikon is the camera I intentionally learned on and found it easy to use and got great pics out of it. Plus almost all Nikon lenses are interchangeable, even old ones. They are made to fit the new bodies. This camera with a regular lense will run around 150-200.00. I have tried working Canon and agree that they are easy to use but I don't get the same quality shots. But really you should go to your local camera shop and try out each camera, because consider that this is going to be your best friend and it needs to fit you. Also check out each camera but before you buy it at the store, look on ebay for a good deal.
2006-08-05 16:01:51 · answer #4 · answered by Sunie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. SLR stands for Single Lens Reflex. 35mm is the film size use in some SLR cameras. However there are also SLR's that take 120 film, as well as some other less common size films. Some Minolta lenses will work with Minolta and Sony DSLRs.
2016-03-26 22:54:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yopu can get good prices via EBay etc, but there really is no substitute for getting these various machines in your hand and playing with it.
Go to a camera shop (or Camera Store if you're an American) and play with the machines. See how they feel in your hand. If you go for a Canon or Pentax or Contax then you can be assured of lots of lenses and other perriferals, plus having known brands that will be useful for years to come...
And enjoy your course.... it can be great.
But remember it is MUCH more important to develop your eye.
2006-08-06 12:07:01 · answer #6 · answered by Colin A 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Sunie, the Nikon N75 is a good buy. It has manual and automatic modes. Use it with a 28 - 90mm zoom which works for landscapes, groups and portraits.
I recommend the Nikon as a brand because I have a Nikon FM a manual only camera for over 25 years.
2006-08-06 17:11:03 · answer #7 · answered by springday 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go for a second hand one if you're new at this game.
From what you listed, the canon is best in my mind.
It doesn't really matter, go for what feels best in your hands.
You don't need to buy extra lens's until you're into the course as the tutors will help you as to what you need.
They may even have some for you to borrow.
Because you never know where your interests are going to fall, you may want macro, you may want micro.
Just go and visit a good second hand shop, the guys in there will be very helpfull to you.
Good luck and enjoy!
2006-08-04 04:49:10 · answer #8 · answered by zara c 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nobodysangel is correct. A manual camera is the only way to learn. Pentax K is good. I like Contax myself, they have the best lenses and are rugged. 50/1.4 85/1.4 A good secondhand dealer will be interested that you are starting a photography course and will help you choose suitable equipment. You will also need a tripod - get the best you can, it will never be obsolete!
2006-08-04 05:34:03 · answer #9 · answered by XT rider 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The EOS and the Minolta are the best choices. I opted for the EOS and have not regretted it - although I had the Minolta before and loved it, so get one of the two or both - whichever suits your taste and hand best!
2006-08-06 23:48:22 · answer #10 · answered by FAINOMENON 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋