The "Which camera is right for me?" thread V2 - Get a used Rebel
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[QUOTE=Deckard;33526783]Thanks but I'm more interested in taking pictures rather than filming at the moment as I have much more opportunity to do the former than the latter.[/QUOTE]
I meant the film as in the rolls not digital.
[IMG]http://www.guidetofilmphotography.com/photos/35mm-film.jpg[/IMG]
(How bloody odd is it we both used the first decent result for 35mm film?)
Oh, I see what you mean, my mistake. Well, I'm still not sure because I'd like to be able to upload the photos onto my computer and edit them (I have and can use Adobe Photoshop CS4 proficiently).
well i'm proud you can use photoshop proficiently
and you can, just get them scanned when they're developed
N'aww, thanks. I don't own a scanner though :/
[QUOTE=Deckard;33526936]N'aww, thanks. I don't own a scanner though :/[/QUOTE]
They can do that in the same store as where they would develop your film
yeah that was what i was getting it
So you guys really think a film camera is better than a digital one? Heh, I'd never considered that option. So what type of details are good? I mean, I've been looking and I see things like "4x optical zoom, 21x optical zoom" etc. What is good?
[QUOTE=Deckard;33527200]So you guys really think a film camera is better than a digital one? Heh, I'd never considered that option. So what type of details are good? I mean, I've been looking and I see things like "4x optical zoom, 21x optical zoom" etc. What is good?[/QUOTE]
I'd suggest finding a Pentax ME Super with either a 50mm f1.7 lens or a 28mm f2.8 lens.
This will give you a great start. I know a few people have the same camera(I have two actually) so we could help you out.
Thanks a lot. If you could give me any more info, I'd be really grateful.
Also, say money didn't matter to me...would you still recommend a film camera?
[QUOTE=Deckard;33527448]Thanks a lot. If you could give me any more info, I'd be really grateful.
Also, say money didn't matter to me...would you still recommend a film camera?[/QUOTE]
You see, there are several kinds of cameras. The most common are Digital Single Lens Reflex cameras (DSLR's)
They look like this:
[img]http://technicallyeasy.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/Canon-EOS-60D-DSLR-256x256.jpg[/img]
You also have Single Lens Reflex cameras(SLR's). These are the ones we recommended to you. They are basically DSLR's except not digital and usually more simplistic. This is an SLR:
[img]http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-thing?.out=jpg&size=l&tid=4401009[/img]
This is also the camera I suggested to you.
The third most common camera is the normal Compact Digital camera, fuckers like these:
[img]http://tftscdn.nexus404.com/Blog/wp-content/uploads2/2008/08/olympus-fe-360-fe-370-compact-digital-cameras.jpg[/img]
What it comes down to is this: With the DSLR and SLR you can change your lens. Usually the picture quality is very good with these cameras. They are build so the photographer has full control of his picture. The Compact Digital camera is the camera used for quick snapshots where quality doesn't really matter a lot.
There is really so much to talk about and this is such a crude explenation I just gave, but just google these kind of cameras and see what they do.
And to answer your question: Using film cameras will give you great images at a low cost will giving you the chance to learn how to use a proper camera. The 'downside' in this digital age we live in is the fact you will need to use filmrolls which will need to be developed and scanned.
[editline]2nd December 2011[/editline]
You can also take a look at the thread I wrote for photography: [url]http://www.facepunch.com/threads/1001898[/url]
[QUOTE=Deckard;33526208]Okay, so I need some recommendations. I really want to get into photography and my parents said they will buy me a camera for christmas BUT it's got to be cheap, and I mean very cheap. As in £150 at the very, very most and that's pushing it strongly.
So basically, something around £100 would be ideal to give me an idea of whether or not I want to pursue this interest. Also, recommendations on any necessary extras would be greatly appreciated. Thanks![/QUOTE]
If you're looking for something new I'd suggest a [URL="http://www.vivitar.com/products/8/professional-and-slr/34/v3800n"]Vivitar V3800-50[/URL], it's a solid camera at a good price.
Or if you don't mind something old (and cheaper) I'd suggest going to eBay and looking for an Olympus OM camera. I have an Olympus OM-1N and it treats me like a king.
[QUOTE=Deckard;33527200]So you guys really think a film camera is better than a digital one? [/QUOTE]
At the price range you're looking at, yes.
Thank you SO much! You're a really great guy, I appreciate your help. Seriously, I couldn't be more grateful.
Been looking at [url=http://www.google.co.uk/products/catalog?hl=en&rlz=1C1DSGP_enGB448GB448&q=nikon+d3100&gs_upl=13500l20347l0l22220l21l10l11l0l0l0l234l1507l0.9.1l21l0&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&biw=1920&bih=979&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=8686085656884137169&sa=X&ei=RCPZTu60J4OyhAee15W5Dg&sqi=2&ved=0CIMBEPMCMAE]this[/url]. Seems like a decent price so I ca save a bit of money.
Is the D90 good for timelapse photography?
[QUOTE=magicman1234;33544769]Is the D90 good for timelapse photography?[/QUOTE]
Any dslr is good for time lapse photography.
Remotes with loads of built in functions (including intervalometer) are on ebay for $20 or so.
Are there any cameras that are nicer than a D90 but at the same price range? I want a little bit more than 12 MP, maybe 14 or 15 MP? Do you guys think the D90 is good for a first DSLR purchase or is this better?
[url]http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/cameras/slr_cameras/eos_rebel_t3i_18_55mm_is_ii_kit#Specifications[/url]
In it's price range, the D90 is the best you'll get in terms of image quality, build quality, ergonomics and control.
The only benefit the T3i would have over the D90 would be 1080p video.
If you must have 1080p video as well as stills, get the T3i, but if you don't care about video and just want to do photography, get the D90.
[QUOTE=Roll_Program;33545309]In it's price range, the D90 is the best you'll get in terms of image quality, build quality, ergonomics and control.
The only benefit the T3i would have over the D90 would be 1080p video.
If you must have 1080p video as well as stills, get the T3i, but if you don't care about video and just want to do photography, get the D90.[/QUOTE]
Thanks! That's another check off the ol' christmas list.
Megapixels hardly matter, unless you're making massive prints.
To give some perspective to this, the current professional line of Nikon cameras, the D700, D300s, D3 and D3s, all have 12.3 megapixels.
and they're all fucking excellent cameras
[QUOTE=Elfy;33539080]Been looking at [url=http://www.google.co.uk/products/catalog?hl=en&rlz=1C1DSGP_enGB448GB448&q=nikon+d3100&gs_upl=13500l20347l0l22220l21l10l11l0l0l0l234l1507l0.9.1l21l0&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.,cf.osb&biw=1920&bih=979&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=8686085656884137169&sa=X&ei=RCPZTu60J4OyhAee15W5Dg&sqi=2&ved=0CIMBEPMCMAE]this[/url]. Seems like a decent price so I ca save a bit of money.[/QUOTE]
I got my D3100 with 18-55 kit lens at the start of August for £400 on amazon, I dunno why it's suddenly gone up
christmas
I've been thinking about buying a camera of my own instead using my sisters Nikon D-Whatever. I was poking around and decided on a Canon T2i and [url=http://www.adorama.com/CA5018AF.html]this[/url] lens.
Good/bad idea? any help would be appreciated.
[QUOTE=Tokii;33559509]I've been thinking about buying a camera of my own instead using my sisters Nikon D-Whatever. I was poking around and decided on a Canon T2i and [url=http://www.adorama.com/CA5018AF.html]this[/url] lens.
Good/bad idea? any help would be appreciated.[/QUOTE]
The t2i is a solid camera, and that's a good lens considering the price. If you want to make the best decision though, spend some time comparing cameras and do as much research as possible.
So I'm big into video. I'm looking for good microphone (Zoom H1 or H2?) that I'll put on a boom pole. I also want a remote that I can use for time lapse, remote shooting and what not. Neither are cameras but I need some suggestions. Budget $150 for mic and $50 for remote.
[QUOTE=FalseLogic;33559586]The t2i is a solid camera, and that's a good lens considering the price. If you want to make the best decision though, spend some time comparing cameras and do as much research as possible.[/QUOTE]
Would it be better to buy new or used? and where should I go to buy it?
[QUOTE=Ohfoohy;33559612]So I'm big into video. I'm looking for good microphone (Zoom H1 or H2?) that I'll put on a boom pole. I also want a remote that I can use for time lapse, remote shooting and what not. Neither are cameras but I need some suggestions. Budget $150 for mic and $50 for remote.[/QUOTE]
what camera do you have? if it's a t3i/600D you're a lucky bastard
Does anyone know anything about this lens and is it a good deal?
[url]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bell-Howell-28mm-f-2-8-Auto-Aperture-Wide-Angle-M42-fit-Lens-Good-Order-/360414902348?pt=UK_Lenses_Filters_Lenses&hash=item53ea66f84c#ht_959wt_1270[/url]
it's not a name brand glass, it'll do the job but don't except anything spectacular. I've seen similar ones (there's one in the goodwill by my house right now) for about $10.
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