I don't want it to be too difficult to use, but I want to find a camera that takes awesome pictures!
2007-07-05 13:35:01 · 11 answers · asked by tiffklin 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
Geez I have never really used this... I didn't think people would respond with rude answers! I realize that all professional cameras have difficult aspects... I can figure that one out. If you don't have any useful answer, then please move on!
2007-07-05 14:08:46 · update #1
A Nikon D40 or D40x has the potential, but the photographer has to make it happen. If you get a Porsche or a Ferrari, you don't automatically become a great driver, nor do expensive power tools make one a great carpenter.
A 'professional' camera will have many settings that an experienced person can adjust for a myriad of situations. If you're just beginning, you'll need a DSLR, like these two cameras, that has automatic settings, but also the potential to grow.
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http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/2007-05-what-camera.htm
2007-07-05 13:48:15 · answer #1 · answered by George Y 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Some general comments...the recomndations other people have made are good. The D40 is a good starter level SLR. Canon makes several very good cameras. But in general what you want to look for in a camera is:
A good full-auto mode so you can start using it in point & shoot mode right out of the box. (beginner mode)
"Scene Modes" that allow you to get good pictures in difficult shooting situations that are not possible in full auto mode. (intermediate mode)
Full manual controls so that as you become more comfortable with your camera, learn more about photography and are ready to try creative things the camera can grow with you. Full manual means having aperture priority, shutter priority and a full manual mode.
An SLR will take better pictures than a point&shoot but it's bigger, heavier and costs more.
2007-07-05 17:05:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I read every single line up to this point and found no RUDE answers as you put it. Everyone of these answerer's are trying to help you.
I agree with J S. Nothing wrong with her pick. It's a super zoom with some manual controls. Same as my camera the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H2. Both cameras will give you excellent 8X10 prints. If you wind up never using the manual controls on the point and shoot cameras that have them, you will be wasting your money by buying a digital SLR.
2007-07-05 14:42:00 · answer #3 · answered by Vintage Music 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
An inexperienced person should not be using a professional camera.
It has way too many complications to deal with at first.
Get any of the good simple cameras, that you can afford.
It's not the camera, but the photographer, that makes it awesome.
2007-07-05 13:40:53 · answer #4 · answered by Robert S 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Nikon D40. It's a digital SLR for beginners who still want the flexibility and options of taking professional looking photos without too many options that will make your head spin.
2007-07-05 13:38:49 · answer #5 · answered by rykster22 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Canon Powershot SD600 Digetal ELPH or newer model camera is fantastic! Great pictures, but small and easy to use! I love mine! Also, very reasonable! Got a great deal on www.newegg.com
2007-07-05 13:39:42 · answer #6 · answered by KrzyMom2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get the Cannon Powershot S2 IS. It is $280 dollars. Amazing picture quality and it is small and uncomplicated for someone who just wants to take good pictures.
2007-07-05 13:38:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Niko D40 would be a good choice for beginners. The SLR is inexpensive and easy to use.
2007-07-05 14:03:04 · answer #8 · answered by Azary1010 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cannon Sureshot for great digital pics.
2007-07-05 13:38:49 · answer #9 · answered by ranimal100 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nikon D40. Or the D40X if you have the money.
2007-07-05 13:37:04 · answer #10 · answered by Jeff P 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋