i saw Panason Lumix DMC FZ30 real nice. But my friend advice me to get Nikon or Canon cameras. HELP!!
2006-12-18 18:01:29 · 13 answers · asked by rufiogerl 2 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
Nikon D50 or D70. Little pricey but it is profesional grade. You can get good deals on a D100 now but they require a little knowledge to operate.
2006-12-18 18:04:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Uhmm, as far as digital photography being an insult to the photographic world (stated by one of the previous commenters), I think the Art Wolfe, a premier professional photographer who went digital several years ago, would be taken aback by that uninformed comment. Many of the major professional photographers have switched to the newest technology and tools. Look at their articles in all the latest photography magazines. I have been using film cameras for many years and I have loved it. However, digital photography has many advantages, especially in the area of being able to view what you have taken and check it there in the field (a great learning help).
My wife and I switched to Canon 10d digital cameras (which you can buy for about $500 now) about three years ago and we have never taken a film photo since. However, we have taken about 40,000 digital images since. Though both film and digital cameras are different types of the same tool, I believe film cameras are easier in the respect of developing. Once you shoot, especially if you shoot slides, what you've got you've got, essentially. Film also has more cost involved. I was spending about $15 for 37 images buying and developing each roll. Now I print only what I want too. Digital photography has cost me nothing in processing, except a lot of time. Whichever medium you choose, remember that the camera is only an extension of your creativity. Hold every camera and lens you consider, feel the weight and how it sits in your hand. Is it too heavy to hold comfortably for a long time? Is it too big for your hand? Gizmos and gadgets aside, you can learn well on any decent SLR camera with depth of field preview and a decent ISO range. Find a local camera club. Photographers love to talk shop and you can learn a lot from people who have already gone through this and love to share. Good luck in your journey and good shooting!
2006-12-22 00:30:03 · answer #2 · answered by Jerry M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing for you to do is to try them all out, find which one you are the most comfortable with. All cameras really provide similar functions, learn different ways to switch the shutter speed and the lenses. One thing, DO NOT BUY A DIGITAL CAMERA!!! If you wish to be a professional photographer you cannot do digital, it is an insult to the photographing community. One thing I can recommend though, is when you are looking at cameras get a automatic/manual camera. Mine is fully manual but took me a long time and many cameras before to learn to use it properly with the color and light balances. Automatic will take pictures that have a green dot in the corner that you will know is the appropriate time to take a picture. That will be the best for you to start. Good luck in your quest for becoming a professional photographer, I look foward to seeing your photos.
2006-12-18 18:13:20 · answer #3 · answered by Southie9 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Im not like a pro yet, but I am still learning.. I actually purchased a Minolta X-370s. You can buy them very cheap and alot of students use them to learn the very basics. I have had this camera for over a year and I have done some cool stuff.. black and white and color. But if you want to jump into more hitechy stuff.. I have learned alot through myspace groups, where you can get some great advice...
2006-12-18 18:06:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
make sure the camera has manual features!!!
Pros will not use the auto features on a camera. You got to learn how to master the manual features on your camera or any one elses camera. I like the idea of getting an manual slr FILM camera. You will have to learn how to set the exposure and adjust the stops. Then develope it yourself and see the results. At first it is trial and error but it is a learning process. With digital, you get instant results but it seems it doesn't teach much. Simple analogy is learning to do math in longhand form vs. using a calculator. Youu learn more by using longhand.
2006-12-18 18:59:28 · answer #5 · answered by buddhaboy 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I use a Pentax 35mm SLR and Nikon digital slr. The Nikon I believe is best way to go for cameras.
2006-12-18 18:04:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
nikon, D50 through D200. i am not a pro, but i don't see how freeing yourself from the slavery of film is an insult to the photographic profession.
2006-12-20 05:31:31 · answer #7 · answered by seabee12333@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the Canon Digital Rebel (350D) should work for you. They just introduced a new model so maybe the previous model can be found online at a discount. Still a great camera.
Check out www.dpreview.com
2006-12-18 18:04:15 · answer #8 · answered by KLDubya 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
your friend's probably right. Get Nikon SLR camera. Don't forget Sony also. It is also really good. It takes real good quality photos.
chose one of these brands...
Nikon
Sony
Canon
Good luck...
2006-12-18 19:01:03 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
NIKON FM10 SLR camera
2006-12-18 20:15:40 · answer #10 · answered by surendra S 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋