2007-06-19 04:07:46 · 3 answers · asked by Jill H 2 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
The Nikon F6 and Canon EOS-1V are probably as good as 35mm cameras are ever going to get. Not only are they both built like tanks, but they are incredibly sophisticated(almost like a modern digital camera that takes 35mm film) and extremely reliable. Both run about $2000 each.
Like all professional cameras, though, both are sold without lenses. Many beginners will start out with either a 50mm 1.8(around $100) or a midrange zoom like a 28mm-90mm. A good 2.8 constant aperture zoom can be pricey, although it truthfully doesn't make much sense to put a cheap consumer zoom lens on an expensive pro body. You're much better off putting an expensive pro lens on a cheap body.
Beyond that, you will need to look into your personal photography style and what you intend to photograph to determine which additional lenses you need.
2007-06-19 04:42:33 · answer #1 · answered by Ben H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Ben and Dr Sam :-)
If you want a lot of camera for the money, look for a used Nikon F100. Great autofocus, superb metering, sturdy build, not quite a heavy as the F5. (Or, I assume, the F6, but I could be wrong there!) You can probably find one in ex condition for under $400. Put the $100 50mm f/1.8 with it and you're ready to go!
2007-06-20 15:01:16 · answer #2 · answered by Ara57 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Ben (as I find I usually do). If you are not looking to spend thousands of dollars on the "best," perhaps you can come back with a more descriptive question.
2007-06-19 05:53:02 · answer #3 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋