And where can I find it and for a decent price?
2007-01-07 12:44:31 · 8 answers · asked by hevs55 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
First find out what the instructor recommends. In almost all cases, they'll want you to have a single lens reflex (SLR) camera with manually adjustable exposure controls and interchangeable lenses.
All-in-one, or point-and-shoot cameras are great for taking vacation snapshots, and they're super-portable, but the lack of manual controls, interchangeable lenses, or the ability to use filters, external flash units, cable releases, etc., makes them unsuitable for really creative photography.
Whether you use film or digital will also depend on the class. If the class includes developing film, you'll obviously have to have a film camera.
You can get a decent film SLR for not much money. Most good size camera stores have a good selection of used camera bodies and lenses. Stay away from the stores in shopping malls -- the staff usually aren't very knowledgeable and the prices are insane.
Digital SLR's are quite a bit more costly to buy at first, but you'll obviously save money over the life of the camera by not paying for film and developing.
As for brands, you can't go wrong with Canon or Nikon. My personal preference is Canon, and you'll see most professional photographers using this brand (look for the sea of white lenses at any sporting event).
Good luck, and have fun!
2007-01-07 14:09:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you are really into photography, I think there are better choices than the dual-lens approach. This camera receives somewhat cool reviews. You should consider a digital SLR if you are really going to get serious about things. If you do not want to spend upwards of $600 on a nice dSLR (such as the Nikon D40), I would suggest that you look at a camera like the Canon Powershot A630 or A640, so you will be able to actually learn about user control of the image. The V570 (and the V610 and V705, for that matter) will not let you control the lens opening (aperture) or the shutter speed. These are the very basics that you must learn about if you want to progress into photography at a serious level at all. Now, if you are really into taking snapshots, go ahead and buy the V570. It fits nicely into your shirt pocket.
2016-05-23 06:22:41 · answer #2 · answered by Barbara 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Nikon D80 or a Canon 30D. B&H has good prices along with several other internet businesses (B&H also operates a store). I have a D50 that I bought from Beach Camera. The D50 is good but the D80 would be a lot better.
Regardless of what maker or model, you will need a SLR. SLRs have the manual controls that you will need to get the full benefit fo the school. You will need to include in your budget some money for a decent size memory card and a good tripod.
2007-01-07 12:54:23 · answer #3 · answered by k3s793 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The first thing you should do is find a school and ask what they recommend.
Having said that, the two best cameras to start out on are the Nikon D50 and the Canon 350D. They are both DSLRs (Digital Single Lens Reflex) with which lenses are changable. There are other brands like the Sigma, Pentax, Sony (keep away from sony) and Fuji but none of them even come close to the picture quality of the Nikon or Canon.
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2016-04-21 10:59:36 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are several excellent cameras on the market. You should research this for yourself. I would suggest that you buy the best camera you can afford and get comfortable with it. Everyone has their own individual preferences. Don't sell yourself short on your camera just because it is for a class.
2007-01-07 14:44:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i just bought a really good one. i love it cuz it's REALLY easy to use.
its from HP, i think its called an M527 or something... i really love it and it was a great price.
2007-01-07 12:52:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
just go to best buy
2007-01-07 12:51:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 4⤋