The "Which camera is right for me?" thread V2 - Get a used Rebel
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[QUOTE=Oscar_SP;31674673]So this guy is selling his Canon EOS 1000f along with two lenses, Canon EF 35-105 mm f/3.5-4.5 and Canon EF 35-80 mm f/4-5.6. 500 SEK (77 dollars). Hmm?[/QUOTE]
That's an amazing deal even without the camera body isn't it?
I won't be having any money for a long time, but I might just buy that one if more people can approve as I don't have any clue how good it is.
[QUOTE=Oscar_SP;31679213]I won't be having any money for a long time, but I might just buy that one if more people can approve as I don't have any clue how good it is.[/QUOTE]
Beg, borrow, steal, just buy it! It'll save you a lot of money in the long run
[QUOTE=Oscar_SP;31674673]So this guy is selling his Canon EOS 1000f along with two lenses, Canon EF 35-105 mm f/3.5-4.5 and Canon EF 35-80 mm f/4-5.6. 500 SEK (77 dollars). Hmm?[/QUOTE]
Blocket?
[QUOTE=Bredirish123;31665284]Ok so what's this business about Crop Sensors and Full Frame Sensors and why something like 300mm would be bad on a Crop Sensor?[/QUOTE]
As was said, it goes back to 35mm film. A full frame sensor is the same size as 35mm film would be. Most digital sensors, however, are smaller than that, and with how optics work, will only capture that smaller area, cropping the rest of the image out, which gives the effect of more zoom. Double D explained the rest.
[url]http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crop_factor[/url]
Except the lens that guy was looking at was DX so it would be a true 300mm, not 450mm.
This seems like the most appropriate thread to post it in, so a question about lenses
Is there a "standard" way to attach lenses to a camera, or can you only use certain lenses on certain bodies?
I ask because my parents used to do a lot of photography and have a whole bag of lenses and filters for their SLRs (One is a Canon AE-1 Program, not sure about the other), I was wondering if they could be used on a modern DSLR
[editline]12th August 2011[/editline]
Just checked, the other one is a Canon T70
[QUOTE=kaze4159;31682798]This seems like the most appropriate thread to post it in, so a question about lenses
Is there a "standard" way to attach lenses to a camera, or can you only use certain lenses on certain bodies?
I ask because my parents used to do a lot of photography and have a whole bag of lenses and filters for their SLRs (One is a Canon AE-1 Program, not sure about the other), I was wondering if they could be used on a modern DSLR[/QUOTE]
it all depends on the mounting bracket. Canon has changed their standards over the years, unlike nikon who's maintained the same 'bayonet' lens mounting system since they designed the Nikon F, the first classic style SLR with a pentaprism as we know it. Pentax also maintained the same mounts over the years.
The Canon AE-1 had an FD 'breech lock' mount, where the lens went straight on and you twisted a ring at the base to secure it to the camera. Unfortunately, those older lenses do not work on newer cameras, as they now work on a bayonet system (plug onto the camera, rotate entire lens to lock in). I bought a breech style for $2 at a goodwill, so I don't think your parents' old kit is worth much selling off either. I'd say try shooting film with it all, it's real fun.
Damn, I had a feeling they would've phased out the old system, is it possible to get a converter or are they not made / expensive as hell?
Every lens has a mount.
[quote][img]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/05/Canon_EF_lens_mount.jpg[/img][/quote]
and that mount attaches to the body.
[quote][img]http://a.img-dpreview.com/reviews/CanonEOS350D/Images/lensmount350d.jpg[/img][/quote]
But there are many different types of mounts. Nikon, Canon, Sony, Pentax, and Olympus have different mounts. This means you can't attach a Nikon lens on a Canon body because they won't snap together properly.
However, brands are also really annoying and can have different mounts for different camera lines: Olympus has a mount for their 4/3 cameras as well as their regular DSLRS, Sony has different mounts for their NEX (EVIL) cameras and their regular DSLRs. Pentax, for one, used to use M42 screwmount, but now they use K-mount. This means if you have an old (think the '60s.) Pentax lens, you can't put it on a new Pentax body without an adapter. I also believe Nikon switched their mount sometime in the 90's.
This is why 3rd party companies will make the same lens with different mounts. The only reasons they have different mounts is for size concerns (a smaller camera shouldn't use a larger mount, it's ugly and often unnecessary) and to avoid competition.
I don't know a lot about Canon mounts personally, but even if you can't match the mount of the old lenses to a new body, then you can find an adapter for cheap.
niiiiiiinja'd. :[
[url]http://sacramento.craigslist.org/pho/2538487822.html[/url]
This is a killer deal. Too bad I can't afford it still
[QUOTE=kaze4159;31682989]Damn, I had a feeling they would've phased out the old system, is it possible to get a converter or are they not made / expensive as hell?[/QUOTE]
from what I understand there IS an FD to EF adapter, but it usually causes a loss in optic quality, and also more noticeably causes you to only be able to focus as far as a meter away. GREAT if you like macro, though.
If anyone happens to be looking for a nikon camera body or some zoom lenses, Walmart currently has a discount going on.
Nikon 3100, 18-55 VR lens kit, bonus bag, DVD and 100 prints - $529
[URL]http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=3198661[/URL]
Walmart.com has the Nikon 55-200mm VR lens for just $149.95. The 55-300 is just $249.99
[URL]http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?p=41639927#post41639927[/URL]
Shamelessly copy/pasted, but I figured it might help someone out.
f/4.5-5.6? no thanks
it's a good lens for a starter who'd be picking up the 3100. I still have my 55-200 4.5-5.6, it's served me well.
So I just picked up a t3i from Don's Photo and it came with the 18 - 55 mm lens. I'm wondering where is a good place to look for a used telephoto lens like 18 - 105 mm (recommended by school, but it doesn't seem like canon has a lens like that) or 100 - 300 mm like the Canon EF 100-300mm F/4.5-5.6 USM.
[QUOTE=Combine_dumb;31660131]Gimme the low-down on this lens - [url]http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003ZSHNCC/ref=s9_simh_gw_p23_d0_i2?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=19X7N7ZN8T22ENZHHKMW&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846[/url]
I know it's f/4.5-5.6 but personally I don't really see that as a problem as there are ways around it and I shouldn't worry about it unless I'm gonna be really pro.
Plus I have looked at samples and don't really see any issues. But hey who knows, you guys know more than me.[/QUOTE]
I have it and love it. Sorry I wasn't here to say so earlier, I was flying cross-country, don't know which you've bought yet. It's a great lens, better than the 55-200 in my experience. You get a metal mount, slightly better bokeh, and a little extra range. Feels a little sturdier overall, too. Check out the Walmart offers earlier this page, that lens won't be in stock long at $250 and it's only $50 more than you'd normally get the 55-200.
[QUOTE=GraniteMouse;31680957]Except the lens that guy was looking at was DX so it would be a true 300mm, not 450mm.[/QUOTE]
Actually, DX means that the lens is formatted specifically for DX cameras and that the image circle is smaller, but the actual focal length is still the same. It's essentially just "pre-cropped" as it were, instead of being cropped by the image sensor. It [i]is[/i] still being cropped from a 300mm focal length though, so it [i]is[/i] the equivalent of 450mm.
Hmm, either someone explained it wrong or Nikon does things differently. my bad.
it means "you'd need a 300mm full frame lens to get this angle of view"
same way fitting a 17mm full frame ultrawide offers little improvement in range over your 18mm kit.
[QUOTE=kaze4159;31682989]Damn, I had a feeling they would've phased out the old system, is it possible to get a converter or are they not made / expensive as hell?[/QUOTE]
I am interested in pictures of these lenses, because i use FD lenses on my camera
Can I get a DSLR for less than 50 dollars because I don't think photos are worth more than 50 dollars
Nope
[QUOTE=Collin665;31721243]Can I get a DSLR for less than 50 dollars because I don't think photos are worth more than 50 dollars[/QUOTE]
You can buy cyanide for less than 50 dollars.
[QUOTE=Collin665;31721243]Can I get a DSLR for less than 50 dollars because I don't think photos are worth more than 50 dollars[/QUOTE]
heh
[QUOTE=B-hazard;31722312]You can buy cyanide for less than 50 dollars.[/QUOTE]
Is that a good brand?
[QUOTE=Collin665;31727572]Is that a good brand?[/QUOTE]
Yep, it's the best of the best.
5D MkII is $75, sorry
and you're pushing it with a 1D IV at $120
D3s is at $150 and a hasselblad is $200
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