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Searching for camera for family use
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Nikon. A wise choice
Don't forget to post regularly in the POTD thread as it's the best way to grow as a photographer.
A few Nikon fans here at MacRumors
Just a thought though: you might want to consider video capabilities of the camera as well. I understand that Canon has an edge over Nikon there (others can offer more on that I'm sure and maybe there isn't actually much of a difference in the real world) and then there are others that are more pleasing than Canon, like Panasonic Lumix.
As a new parent this might be something worth considering.
Cheers
Just a thought though: you might want to consider video capabilities of the camera as well. I understand that Canon has an edge over Nikon there (others can offer more on that I'm sure and maybe there isn't actually much of a difference in the real world) and then there are others that are more pleasing than Canon, like Panasonic Lumix.
As a new parent this might be something worth considering.
Cheers
I bought a Nikon D3300 earlier this year, and use it mostly with a 35mm f/1.8 lens. Its the best camera I've ever owned for photos of people, especially indoors, and the f/1.8 lens allows for good results indoors without a flash. Before that I had a Nikon D7000 - it was so big and heavy (relatively) that I never used it. The D3300 with either the kit lens or 35mm prime are so small and light I can take it anywhere. The added features of the D7000 were nice but I can live without them.
I haven't used a point and shoot for over five years. In my experience, nothing can beat an SLR for shutter responsiveness, and nothing beats a fast prime lens for low light results.
I haven't tried it for video, I just use an iPhone.
100%. My 18-55 mm Nikon lens was great. Sharp. It has a variable aperture but that's it only shortcoming.
I traded mine in towards something else, but wish I'd kept it for what I got for it.
People will tell you you need fast primes or 2.8 teles or wides, but every ones journey is different. I'd certainly take a while before buying your second lens to see what focal length you need.
Watch out that the sales guy is not just trying to sell you the product he makes the most money on.
I just bought a Nikon D5500 a few weeks ago when my D80 died and I am loving it! Saved a little bit by going with the D5500 instead of the newer D5600, though it wasn't that easy to find. The 18mm-55mm seems fine, though since I had a number of better lenses already I haven't used it so much. I think it will suit your needs in the near term until you decide what you need.
I'd considered the Sony 6000 mirrorless line and talked to quite a few owners who are very happy with them, but my legacy lenses kept me with Nikon and I am very happy.
I'd considered the Sony 6000 mirrorless line and talked to quite a few owners who are very happy with them, but my legacy lenses kept me with Nikon and I am very happy.
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It says the file is too big. Oh boy do I have a lot to learn.CONGRATS!!!
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The Foogoofish Resizing Tool for MacRumors - BACKUP YOUR PHOTO!
Drag your BACKED UP image onto this and it will resize to your desktop.
Please, please, don't do it on the original. I have no idea what I'm doing but it works for me.
[doublepost=1505396120][/doublepost]Sorry - this is presuming you're running Mac - it's an automator resize script. Don't worry, no baddies can hide in the file.
I will be very honoured if you think I'm capable of writing a virus and don't want to open it.
Ok here it is, although it looks much worse after shrinking the file size. Seemed like a nice pic to take with the morning sun starting to burn away the fog. I took the picture from my back porch with the corn about 30 yards away. My very first picture that wasn't of my dog.
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It's by no means the best way to shrink a file (possibly the worst), but it's a quick fix.
Your photo editor will allow you to save at different resolutions which will enable you to upload here.
Cool shot though! Very mysterious. Gotta show us a dog pic now...
Your photo editor will allow you to save at different resolutions which will enable you to upload here
.Cool shot though! Very mysterious. Gotta show us a dog pic now...
You'll have to forgive him. He's not exactly impressed with the new cameraIt's by no means the best way to shrink a file (possibly the worst), but it's a quick fix.
Your photo editor will allow you to save at different resolutions which will enable you to upload here
Cool shot though! Very mysterious. Gotta show us a dog pic now...
I’m back to look for new advice on another camera. Last year I went with the Nikon D5600. I liked it but once my daughter was born I didn’t really have much time for photography. Before she arrived I was starting to get into moon and star photography. I sold my D5600 once it sat untouched for a couple months. Now I’m regretting that and want to get another camera. But now I’m thinking of going with something a little better. I’m considering a Nikon D750. Any thoughts on that one?
Nikon D750 is a great full frame camera. However I wouldn't recommend it to someone if they are just casually shooting. I would look more towards the D7100 or D7200. You get the same Nikon Technology, just not the Full Frame. The glass for D750 is expensive. you could use prime lenses to save some money.
I would look at the Lenses that you want to use and then select your camera. Recently I helped a friend purchase a used D7100 with a prime lens and zoom. The lenses we selected went with what they wanted to shoot (macro, portraits, low light).
If you are ready to spend money, then go with the D750. For the moon and stars, rent the lens (70-200mm f/2.8)
I would look at the Lenses that you want to use and then select your camera. Recently I helped a friend purchase a used D7100 with a prime lens and zoom. The lenses we selected went with what they wanted to shoot (macro, portraits, low light).
If you are ready to spend money, then go with the D750. For the moon and stars, rent the lens (70-200mm f/2.8)
A great camera but full frame glass isn't cheap.
I'd makesure you are going to use it before dropping that cash.
Also the quality difference isn't that much more from the DX camera you had.
So sounds like unless I want to drop a lot of money on lenses to go along with it the D750 might not be worth it. Is that about right?
Correct. The DX range of lenses are generally cheaper than FF glass.
Depends on what focal length you use etc. You can pick up a 50mm 1.8 lens for £3-400. But if you want something like the 24-70 2.8 it gets pricy. Second hand might be the way to go on a body and lens though.
I will say if you think there is the slightest chance that photography will stick this go round to buy FX lenses regardless. FX lenses will fit crop or full frame, but DX lenses will not work on a full frame. I know way too many people who started with DX and a crop body and then had to rebuy all their lenses when they upgraded bodies.