Hey Guys, I am looking for some info on what is the best Camera to get for a Beginner.. I've looked at Sony, Cannon and Nikon and after while they all start to look the same. I'm looking for something with ease of use and not looking to break the bank. I would like to get something nice for the kids sports (action shots) and vacation. So any advice and help would be highly appreciative. Thanks, T_Man
NEX series is NOT a DSLR, it is a mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera. Very different. If you are taking action shots of kids, it is a poor choice compared to a DSLR. If you insist on a MILC I would get an Olympus which unlike the Sony has excellent focus for action shots of your kids, has much better lens selection, and takes a standard hot shoe. If you want a DSLR, the lower line of Nikon and Canon are pretty similar.
Whatever camera you decide you need to practice on *In this order* 1. Shutter Speed (1/500-1/1200 - to capture that moment) 2. Then adjust ISO up or down depending on available light for darker or lighter pictures. 3.Aperature - Keep it wide open as possible.. Meaning the smallest number allowed. Practice Practice Practice....
not sure what your budget is but for a beginner i would recommend the T2i accompanied with the 55-250mm IS zoom lens. but you need to learn how light, shutter speed, aperture, and ISO work in relation to each other. http://www.amazon.com/Canon-T2i-Pro...ZJHQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335475218&sr=8-1 http://www.amazon.com/Canon-55-250m...1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1335475240&sr=1-1
I just bought this camera for my wife's bday. A couple of my friends talked me out of the T3i. Any links on how I can learn about the things you mentioned?
the only difference between the two is the t3i has an articulated lcd screen which i believe would cost you an extra $100. i really like this site. http://digital-photography-school.com/digital-photography-tips-for-beginners encourage her to learn as much as possible and get off the "auto" setting. otherwise, you just overpaid for a point and shoot camera. this is also a great book for the t2i specifically: http://www.amazon.com/Canon-EOS-Reb...3916/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1335476157&sr=8-1
get a canon T2i. T3i ..the screen comes out..no need unless u should a lot of video. and video on a dslr is not fun. my honest opinion is to get a camera like Nex 5..or even the cheaper nex c3.
Aperture doesn't necessarily change just because you zoom in. Some lenses might have an aperture range that depends on focal length but plenty have the same aperture setting across the entire range.
My advice would be to decide which of your camera friends is most likely to spend time with you helping you learn and get the ame brand that they have as long as it is Canon or Nikon (can't go wrong with either).
I actually ditched my dslr (well didn't ditch it but use it a lot less than I did before).. been pretty happy with my Olympus XZ-1 compact. glass is good and fast plus bright and I can pocket it around. I also have the underwater housing to mount off the kayak. It can shoot raw and has awesome preset's built in. (like diorama mode) You can also take it manual if you want more control. I feel the advantage of me being able to carry my camera at all times outweighed the disadvantages. if the object is to being a professional photographer.. get a dslr.. if you want something to take pics of your kids and not have to bust out the lenses and camera bag and something your kids/wife can use.. get something like the XZ-1. Theres also an optional electronic viewfinder that's top notch and a hot shoe. Check the reviews and samples..
Don't get a DSLR if you're going to shoot on full automatic and not mess with aperture/shutter speed/ISO. If you are going to practice shooting in manual... I recommend either a Nikon D5100 or a Canon T3i. Only minute differences, both are great. After that you only need two lenses. 18-55mm and a 50-200/250mm lens. I highly suggest practicing macro photography since its really the easiest to master.
DSLR still has huge advantage in sports action shots that he specifically mentioned so this makes no sense.
