I'm an amateur photographer; I've had my Minolta for almost 4 years now, and I love it. But I want to delve more into photography, and I'm concerned that accessories I'll need (lens filters, remotes, etc.) won't be available--I've spent an hour scrounging the web, and they're already harder to find. I know I'll need to switch over sooner or later, and I guess I'd rather do it before I buy a lot of expensive gear. But I'm a college student, so I don't have a lot of cash to work with. Would you recommend buying a new camera now, or waiting? If you do think I should buy a new camera now, what brands/models can you recommend that will give me quality shots without blowing my budget? Are their good websites I can go to for cameras and photography gear? (BTW, I'd like to stick with film cameras, not digital.) Thanks a lot!!
2006-09-12 06:55:13 · 4 answers · asked by kacey 5 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
i'm not really sure what the problem is. filters are typically usable on any lens with the right size threads no matter who makes it, so i don't really see the problem about obtaining accessories.
if you like your minolta i would hang onto it until you've got more cash. then maybe upgrade to a nikon or canon - you can get real nice film bodies for cheap now that everyone is going digital. if you wait a couple of years they'll be even cheaper...
one camera that comes to mind is the nikon n90. it used to be nikon's top of the line consumer camera and cost over 1000 bucks. now you can get one (used of course) for $200-$300
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2006-09-12 08:00:33 · answer #1 · answered by jonsjons 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Minolta was bought out by Sony - they are still offering support for their products, but no longer producing any (as you already know). It depends on what you anticipate wanting to get in the near future as an upgrade. Sticking with film cameras may be difficult, since most manufacturers are slimming down to a mear 4 models or so. Canon and Nikon are front runners in the Camera race as always, and I have no doubt they will both be around for a loooong long time because they are quality products, reputible, and competitive.
I've shot with a Nikon N80 (and also the Digital Nikon D70s) for years and love it - it is fully manual for shutter speed and aperture settings. That's just my personal preference though :)
2006-09-12 11:45:34 · answer #2 · answered by myaddictiontofire 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2006-09-12 07:36:16 · answer #3 · answered by soundalonedrummer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Capitalist society - this is how they get you.
2006-09-12 06:56:59 · answer #4 · answered by M S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋