best digital camera nikon vs canon image
carolinexo
I recently acquired some money and I have slightly less than $600 left and wanted to spend all or some of it on a high quality digital camera.
I have taken only one photography class and I'm 17 so I'm obviously not a professional. But I am interested in photography and I wanted to get a camera that would be a good fit for a beginner but that is of high quality.
After doing a little research I found that Canon and Nikon are basically the same in terms of quality but I'm also looking for one under $600. So my question is, which brand should I look more into if I'm looking for a relatively cheap digital camera for beginners, that can produce high quality photos with good color rendition regardless of the lighting? Or in other words, which of cameras' flash will provide the most accurate exposure? I will mostly be photographing animals(so that includes action and close-ups), scenery, and people.
Thanks in advance :)
Answer
That budget will get you an entry level (or possibly just up) DSLR from either Nikon or Canon. Which one you choose depends on your personal preference (it's like Coke vs Pepsi).
Go into a camera store & ask to try both out - get the 'feel' of both, menu choices, button positions etc & buy whichever one is right for you - you can't go wrong with either, they are both good cameras.
A DSLR is really the only way to go if you are serious about photography & are willing to put the time & effort into learning about the basics of photography (ISO, aperture & shutter speed). Although the entry level models have Scene & Auto modes, you won't get the best out of the camera if you just stick to these.
Start off with the kit lens (usually 18-55mm) & only buy other lenses as & when you need them. As for flash, all the models (except pro cameras) have an inbuilt flash with TTL (auto) flash metering which in most cases is ok. However, on camera flash is harsh & frontal - if you eventually branch into more professional work, you will almost certainly need an external speedlight flash.
That budget will get you an entry level (or possibly just up) DSLR from either Nikon or Canon. Which one you choose depends on your personal preference (it's like Coke vs Pepsi).
Go into a camera store & ask to try both out - get the 'feel' of both, menu choices, button positions etc & buy whichever one is right for you - you can't go wrong with either, they are both good cameras.
A DSLR is really the only way to go if you are serious about photography & are willing to put the time & effort into learning about the basics of photography (ISO, aperture & shutter speed). Although the entry level models have Scene & Auto modes, you won't get the best out of the camera if you just stick to these.
Start off with the kit lens (usually 18-55mm) & only buy other lenses as & when you need them. As for flash, all the models (except pro cameras) have an inbuilt flash with TTL (auto) flash metering which in most cases is ok. However, on camera flash is harsh & frontal - if you eventually branch into more professional work, you will almost certainly need an external speedlight flash.
What is a good digital camera for a teen?
Emily M
I'm becoming quite interested in photography, and I'm considering buying a digital camera for my self, but I don't know which ones to buy. I'd like the camera to come in good colors, not be crazy expensive, be able to take video with sound as well, have a decent zoom (comes in more than 3 pt), and to take good quality pictures. Anyone know any good cameras?
Answer
To be honest.....it depends on what are your needs and what you're looking for. If your a casual shooter canon point and shoots are usually the safest bet. If your more serious and actually understand the fundementals of photography, you may want to consider something more advanced, like the Canon G9. It offers true manual control and unrivaled jpeg image quality among compact cameras. If money is no object and you're willing to carry the bulk of extra lens, then a slr is probalbly the camera for you. Among them, Canon and Nikon makes the best. And another concept often misunderstood among newbies- more megapixels DOES NOT mean better image quality. If you ever watched High-def movies (1920x1080) they only measure approx. 2.1 megapixels. So what the point of anything higher if you tv isn't even capable of displaying every single pixel? You'd be better off looking for a bigger and higher-quality sensor, which would offer better dynamic range and better high-iso performance. If you did not understand what the last half of my answer meant, I suggest that you stick with a compact point and shoot, or at least consider reading this: http://www.videojug.com/interview/dslr-vs-point-and-shoot-digital-cameras
To be honest.....it depends on what are your needs and what you're looking for. If your a casual shooter canon point and shoots are usually the safest bet. If your more serious and actually understand the fundementals of photography, you may want to consider something more advanced, like the Canon G9. It offers true manual control and unrivaled jpeg image quality among compact cameras. If money is no object and you're willing to carry the bulk of extra lens, then a slr is probalbly the camera for you. Among them, Canon and Nikon makes the best. And another concept often misunderstood among newbies- more megapixels DOES NOT mean better image quality. If you ever watched High-def movies (1920x1080) they only measure approx. 2.1 megapixels. So what the point of anything higher if you tv isn't even capable of displaying every single pixel? You'd be better off looking for a bigger and higher-quality sensor, which would offer better dynamic range and better high-iso performance. If you did not understand what the last half of my answer meant, I suggest that you stick with a compact point and shoot, or at least consider reading this: http://www.videojug.com/interview/dslr-vs-point-and-shoot-digital-cameras
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