• The "Which camera is right for me?" thread V2 - Get a used Rebel
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Photography newbie here. So I got this 50mm f 1.7 lens, and when I put it on and turn on the camera, the camera won't take pictures. All it displays is "F - - -". What do I do? [editline]27th December 2011[/editline] It's set on manual focus.
What camera are you using? If it's a Nikon try setting the aperture ring on f22 or whatever is the smallest f number on it. If it doesn't work you can't meter but you can take photos. If it's a Pentax and the lens doesn't have an A setting on the aperture ring search on the menu for a custom setting that allows to use something else than electronic aperture lenses (Can't recall the name of the setting). If it's a Canon and you're not using an adapter and still can't see the f number you're fucked (Send it back/Get it repaired).
it's most likely a pentax or minolta lens, because i don't believe canon or nikon make f1.7 lenses. Could you take a picture of the lens and tell us your camera?
Hello. I am thinking of getting a DSLR camera for video shooting. I did some research on the subject and but would like some advice. First of all is a DSLR even worth it for video shooting? I know the focusing and exposure issues, but the lenses are a major advantage. Also I have been looking at a Canon rebel T2i for HD video. Any recommendations on if it is good or not?
[QUOTE=mix999;33942327]Hello. I am thinking of getting a DSLR camera for video shooting. I did some research on the subject and but would like some advice. First of all is a DSLR even worth it for video shooting? I know the focusing and exposure issues, but the lenses are a major advantage. Also I have been looking at a Canon rebel T2i for HD video. Any recommendations on if it is good or not?[/QUOTE] definitely, if your budget is under £2000 for a video setup DSLR is the way to go I wouldn't say focusing and exposure are an issue, they give you a lot more control, and the shallow depth of field instantly makes it seem like a professional film. T2i is good, but what's your budget?
t3i buy buy buy
Been thinking about investing in a very good compact be it an uber compact, Nikon J1 or a 4/3rds offering to become bros with my D7000. It would be nice to have something much easier to carry around, to take out of a camera bag or whatever and to just shoot without pointing a beast such as the D7000 towards people in a city environment such as London. For £500 being the most I'd be willing to spend (£100 amazon voucher yaayayay) I could defiantly get something very good, so I think I'll try out the 1 series at Grays when I go back next month.
i prefer rebels, even used ones
[QUOTE=MisterM;33944718]Been thinking about investing in a very good compact be it an uber compact, Nikon J1 or a 4/3rds offering to become bros with my D7000. It would be nice to have something much easier to carry around, to take out of a camera bag or whatever and to just shoot without pointing a beast such as the D7000 towards people in a city environment such as London. For £500 being the most I'd be willing to spend (£100 amazon voucher yaayayay) I could defiantly get something very good, so I think I'll try out the 1 series at Grays when I go back next month.[/QUOTE] i personally feel the 1 series is a load of shit i'd jump for an nex with pancake prime
so, after a camera that I can take good HDR and Macro photos without much grain mostly sunset/evening for the HDR suggestions?
[QUOTE=cueballv2themax;33948629]i personally feel the 1 series is a load of shit i'd jump for an nex with pancake prime[/QUOTE] Any NEX in particular? My problem with the other systems is that they release a ton of them so I don't really know what to look for. I'll try out as much as I can before making a decision. [QUOTE=Inzalonus;33948661]so, after a camera that I can take good HDR and Macro photos without much grain mostly sunset/evening for the HDR suggestions?[/QUOTE] I would forget in camera HDR features if that is what you're thinking of, for proper HDR you'd want something with manual settings and a solid tripod to go with them. Pretty much all the newest entry level bodies have decent to good higher ISO performance so grain won't be too big of an issue. I don't know much about Macro lenses though, the Nikon 105 is rather pricey if you're starting out!
[QUOTE=MisterM;33948721]Any NEX in particular? My problem with the other systems is that they release a ton of them so I don't really know what to look for. I'll try out as much as I can before making a decision.[/QUOTE] they're all capable cameras, just go to a shop and try them out [url]http://www.sony.co.uk/hub/nex-compact-camera-system[/url]
[QUOTE=MisterM;33948721]Any NEX in particular? My problem with the other systems is that they release a ton of them so I don't really know what to look for. I'll try out as much as I can before making a decision. I would forget in camera HDR features if that is what you're thinking of, for proper HDR you'd want something with manual settings and a solid tripod to go with them. Pretty much all the newest entry level bodies have decent to good higher ISO performance so grain won't be too big of an issue. I don't know much about Macro lenses though, the Nikon 105 is rather pricey if you're starting out![/QUOTE] yeah, i'm fine with putting together my own HDR images because then I have finer control anyway. I have a good solid tripod just not a good camera to go with it
NEX5N? Nikon gets points for not having a bunch of poorly named products out. I can't seem to find a NEX5N with the 16mm alone, or body only on Amazon. STUPID. [QUOTE=Inzalonus;33948880]yeah, i'm fine with putting together my own HDR images because then I have finer control anyway. I have a good solid tripod just not a good camera to go with it[/QUOTE] Would you be willing to invest in a DSLR system? If so, first thing you need to do is set yourself a reasonable budget and then go to a store to try out various systems. Get a feel for the general controls you'd use when shooting and see what fits you best.
[QUOTE=MisterM;33948892]NEX5N? Nikon gets points for not having a bunch of poorly named products out. I can't seem to find a NEX5N with the 16mm alone, or body only on Amazon. STUPID. Would you be willing to invest in a DSLR system? If so, first thing you need to do is set yourself a reasonable budget and then go to a store to try out various systems. Get a feel for the general controls you'd use when shooting and see what fits you best.[/QUOTE] Yep, I have an old SLR (a pentax or something like that) somewhere that i don't know if it's any good, requires film but it's got some kind of attatchment lens and flash unit, but I really would prefer not having to deal with film (some people find it fun, I find the extra steps required a bit frustrating, would much prefer a DSLR) but yeah i'll go look around and set a budget soon I think, been meaning to get around to it for a while
[url]http://www.digitalrev.com/product/sony-nex-5n-body/MTI4NDE_A[/url] body only
[QUOTE=cueballv2themax;33949079][url]http://www.digitalrev.com/product/sony-nex-5n-body/MTI4NDE_A[/url] body only[/QUOTE] Has to be Amazon, £100 voucher and DigitalRev would probably mean import tax and all that jazz.
[QUOTE=GraniteMouse;33916317]Trogdon (or anyone else), do you know what kind of third-party lenses people use on m4/3 cameras? I've been set on getting a D80, but now that I have the money for it, I remembered the PEN can go for a good price as well.[/QUOTE] I have a set of Olympus OM lenses that I use on mine. Solid performance, and not to difficult to find (well most of them).
So, I've got $125 in gift certificates for my local camera store and I want to get a flash. The SB-400 is right there at $120 but it's really limited in terms of bounce capability and power, but the SB-700 which has a fully articulated head and gets out to 50' and also has wireless capabilities and the ability to attach softboxes and other head attachments would be another $200 on top of the $125 I have in gift certificates. I'm thinking I should go ahead and save for the latter, especially because I already have a bounce fill reflector for portrait shoots. Thoughts/Anyone have experience with either of these units?
[QUOTE=Alcapwne;33942395] T2i is good, but what's your budget?[/QUOTE] Around 600. Broke university student here. [QUOTE=cueballv2themax;33942481]t3i buy buy buy[/QUOTE] The T3i is 150 more expensive than the t2i, the only advantage I see is the swivel screen. Is it worth it?
[QUOTE=mix999;33951781]Around 600. Broke university student here. The T3i is 150 more expensive than the t2i, the only advantage I see is the swivel screen. Is it worth it?[/QUOTE] buy t2i with 50mm lens
[QUOTE=MisterM;33949168]Has to be Amazon, £100 voucher and DigitalRev would probably mean import tax and all that jazz.[/QUOTE] no import tax on digitalrev, it's already paid
I want a DSLR for a beginner. I'm thinking D3000, but I've read that people regret buying a D3000 and want a D3100, what are the benefits of the D3100?
Much better image quality, generally.
You should also consider Canon, the 600D is excellent if you want to make foray into the world of video.
[QUOTE=altern;33954400]I want a DSLR for a beginner. I'm thinking D3000, but I've read that people regret buying a D3000 and want a D3100, what are the benefits of the D3100?[/QUOTE] better iso performance, shoots movies, 14.2mp vs 10.1mp (though it doesn't really matter that much). Think maybe more, that's just off the top of my head.
Alrighty, I was thinking of investing into a DSLR. Film is starting to be a pain in the ass since film isn't too available here anymore; same with processing. SO, Canon EOS Rebel T3 was what I was looking at. I was just going to buy an adapter, and use my FD lenses on the body. What're your opinions?
[QUOTE=cueballv2themax;33953154]no import tax on digitalrev, it's already paid[/QUOTE] Just on some of the ebay stuff then?
yeah, if you get it from their site you're good, or if it says NOTAX in the title of the ebay listing
Does anyone know how to change the Aperture on a Canon T3i in Live View mode? Whenever I want to change it, I have to switch to display all the information on the LCD screen, then manually move over to the setting and change it, compared to the ISO setting and the shutter speed which have buttons to change them on the camera body itself.
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