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11-18-2009, 10:12 AM
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I Overclock Monkeys!
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What's the best digital camera for under $550
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11-18-2009, 10:23 AM
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I would go for something like the Nikon D40 or D3000. The D3000 is several years newer, but Ken Rockwell did not like the D3000 much. Since you are a total beginner the cons that Rockwell point out won't matter to you much, if at all.
The D40 retails for right at $500 and the D3000 for $550, but you can get both for less if you shop around. I'll start using the Nikon D700 at work in the next few months. |
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11-18-2009, 12:28 PM
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Not impressed...
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Yeah, dSLR is the way to go.
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11-18-2009, 12:46 PM
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I still have much to learn about my DSLR, but I can't imagine going back to point-and-shoot. And maybe it's just that I'm accustomed to my camera, but I prefer Canon to Nikon. Much better feel to it IMO.
Additional Comment: I'm not sure about prices, but I've heard many good things about the Rebel XSi. Many good things. Last edited by ELItheICEman : 11-18-2009 at 12:46 PM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost |
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11-18-2009, 01:14 PM
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Not impressed...
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D*mn you!!!!  i r jealous |
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11-18-2009, 02:00 PM
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I Overclock Monkeys!
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Canon Rebel XSI vs Nikon D3000
Which one is better for beginner?? |
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11-18-2009, 02:04 PM
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Kitten Mittens!
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I'm a Canon man. I'd always suggest Canon over Nikon - no reason than because I like Canon.
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11-18-2009, 02:13 PM
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I Overclock Monkeys!
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Canon XSI does have 12.2 megapixel + live view. But Nikon D3000 is a newer of the two.
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11-18-2009, 02:16 PM
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Personally, I have always found Nikon more user friendly. With that being said, both the XSi and D3000 are geared towards beginners with only a few differences:
http://www.radiantlite.com/2009/10/c...kon-d3000.html As far as Live View goes.. you are choosing a DSLR not a Point-and-Shoot. I have never used Live View when shooting with a DSLR. |
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11-18-2009, 02:19 PM
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Kitten Mittens!
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Live view is a gimmick. I hate that they're including it on dSLR level cameras. Christ - even the 5D Mk. II has it!
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11-18-2009, 02:57 PM
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Live view has its place, not a gimmick. Best use is for sharp manual focus at very narrow aperatures. Go to live view, zoom, focus, shoot.
You can pick up a used 40D for around $500-600 at fredmiranda.com or POTN. The lenses are what will add to your cost over the body that you dont have to worry about with P&S cameras. Once you have gone to DSLR and become accustomed to them you will never go back. I keep a Sony around for those trips to the amusment park where you dont want to lug a DSLR around, not to mention attempt to snap a shot on a roller coaster with. I too like Canon just because of the glass. |
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11-18-2009, 11:36 PM
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11-22-2009, 07:22 AM
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12-02-2009, 06:30 PM
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http://www.amazon.com/Pentax-K-x-2-7...9799729&sr=8-1 $549 from amazon, and has gotten a lot of good reviews...
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12-08-2009, 11:12 PM
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Rather than paying for it new, buy used and your money will go a lot farther. I would think about getting a d40 plus 35mm f1.8 DX which should run you a little under $500. Or you could get a D80 with a 50 f1.8 for under 650. (I think) If you step up to the D80 you will have much more options for lenses and wont be limited to just AF-S glass.
I'm not to familiar with Canon so someone else might be able to recommend something. Something that I just saw in the B&S on fredmiranda. "I have a like new Nikon D40 with the 18-55 kit lens and all original boxes plus; Nikon 55-200 f/4-5.6 ED AF-S VR DX zoom (Very rarely used) Nikon SB40 speedlight (never used) all in mint cond. Less than 500 actuations on the camera. I am looking for the Olympus EP-1 in white preferably or the Panasonic Lumix GF-1 plus cash. Thanks ( I would consider selling the above package for $ 575)" |
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12-08-2009, 11:17 PM
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Thx Rabid and Kwik!!!
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Canon 1000D owner here and I'm loving it
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12-08-2009, 11:22 PM
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Hook 'em Horns
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Sweet! My stepdad wants to get us a really nice one for our wedding. Subscribed.
We have crappy Nikon Coolpix L1 and L5. Takes like 4 sec. to take a picture. Additional Comment: Quote:
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