Kameron G
I am looking into buying a DSLR camera and I am not sure what to buy. I need a camera that is for a beginner but still has good quality. I like the Canon EOS Rebel T1i EF-S, The Nikon D5100, and The Nikon D3100. I don't want to spend over $900 on the camera though. Do you have any recommendations? Thanks! :)
Answer
The Nikon D3100 and D5100 do not have a focusing motor in the camera body. This means that you must use the more expensive Nikon AF-S lenses if you want auto focus. One example: The Nikon AF 50mm f1.8 prime lens is about $140.00 but will NOT auto focus on the D3100 or D5100. The new Nikon AF-S 50mm f1.8 prime lens that will auto focus on those bodies is about $220.00 - an $80.00 difference. The Nikon D90 which is being discontinued has a focusing motor in the camera body as does its replacement the D7000.
Since Canon has released the T3i that's probably a good indication that the T1i will soon be discontinued.
I suggest taking a look at the Sony SLT A55. This DSLR has technology and features not found on any comparably-priced DSLR. It has Sony's Translucent Mirror Technology which allows for full-time continuous auto focus whether you're shooting still images or 1080p HD video. This technology also allows shooting at 10fps (frames per second). The SLT A55 has 2D or 3D Sweep Panorama as well as in-camera HDR. It also has a built-in GPS. To add GPS to a Nikon will cost you an additional $244.90 above and beyond the price of the camera. The A55 has a focusing motor in the camera body so all the legacy Minolta Maxxum AF lenses made since 1985 can be used on it and will auto focus as they should. The A55 also has Sony's version of Image Stabilization in the camera body so a Maxxum AF 70-210mm f4 zoom will not only auto focus on the A55 but will also be an IS lens.
Here are some reviews of the SLT A55:
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA55/AA55A.HTM
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/sony-a55-preview.shtml
http://www.digitalphotographywriter.com/2010/08/sony-slt-a55-review-translucent-mirror.html
Here are current prices from B&H http://www.bhphotovideo.com
Canon T1i w/18-55mm zoom lens $669.00
Nikon D5100 w/18-55mm zoom lens $849.95 after a $50.00 Instant Savings from B&H. Ends 6-25-2011.
Nikon D90 w/18-105mm zoom lens $1,099.95 but Temporarily Out of Stock. No date as to when or if it will be available.
Nikon D7000 w/18-105mm zoom lens $1,499.95. Also Out of Stock.
Sony SLT A55 w/18-55mm zoom lens $799.99 after a $50.00 Instant savings from B&H. Ends 7-9-2011.
In my opinion the Sony SLT A55 simply offers more features and benefits and the latest technology for the money.
The Nikon D3100 and D5100 do not have a focusing motor in the camera body. This means that you must use the more expensive Nikon AF-S lenses if you want auto focus. One example: The Nikon AF 50mm f1.8 prime lens is about $140.00 but will NOT auto focus on the D3100 or D5100. The new Nikon AF-S 50mm f1.8 prime lens that will auto focus on those bodies is about $220.00 - an $80.00 difference. The Nikon D90 which is being discontinued has a focusing motor in the camera body as does its replacement the D7000.
Since Canon has released the T3i that's probably a good indication that the T1i will soon be discontinued.
I suggest taking a look at the Sony SLT A55. This DSLR has technology and features not found on any comparably-priced DSLR. It has Sony's Translucent Mirror Technology which allows for full-time continuous auto focus whether you're shooting still images or 1080p HD video. This technology also allows shooting at 10fps (frames per second). The SLT A55 has 2D or 3D Sweep Panorama as well as in-camera HDR. It also has a built-in GPS. To add GPS to a Nikon will cost you an additional $244.90 above and beyond the price of the camera. The A55 has a focusing motor in the camera body so all the legacy Minolta Maxxum AF lenses made since 1985 can be used on it and will auto focus as they should. The A55 also has Sony's version of Image Stabilization in the camera body so a Maxxum AF 70-210mm f4 zoom will not only auto focus on the A55 but will also be an IS lens.
Here are some reviews of the SLT A55:
http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/AA55/AA55A.HTM
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/cameras/sony-a55-preview.shtml
http://www.digitalphotographywriter.com/2010/08/sony-slt-a55-review-translucent-mirror.html
Here are current prices from B&H http://www.bhphotovideo.com
Canon T1i w/18-55mm zoom lens $669.00
Nikon D5100 w/18-55mm zoom lens $849.95 after a $50.00 Instant Savings from B&H. Ends 6-25-2011.
Nikon D90 w/18-105mm zoom lens $1,099.95 but Temporarily Out of Stock. No date as to when or if it will be available.
Nikon D7000 w/18-105mm zoom lens $1,499.95. Also Out of Stock.
Sony SLT A55 w/18-55mm zoom lens $799.99 after a $50.00 Instant savings from B&H. Ends 7-9-2011.
In my opinion the Sony SLT A55 simply offers more features and benefits and the latest technology for the money.
best dslr + lens combo for low light photography?
MATTHEW
I'm an amateur phtographer, usually making artistic type photos. I grew up on a film slr, and did my own b + w processing/printing. I'm looking for a dslr, and I often go to dances at night..... you can see some of my pics on flickr.com under the name leedeparis.
What do you think is a good dslr and lens for night settings with dance or motion, no flash?
I'm considering: Pentax k-x with a Pentax 1.4 lens, or 1.2 lens, either autofocus or older manual. Pentax k-x does well at high iso's.
Or Nikon D90 with a Nikkor 1.4 lens.
Budget $1500 max.
Other uses:
-document my art, paintings.
-record landscapes for my landscape paintings.
-portrait work, or recording images of people who's portrait I'm painting.
-black and white photography, strong contrast, dynamic images.
Thanks!
Answer
Hi, I too would recommend the Nikon with the f1.4.... a f1.4 lens is a great one to have when its hand held in low light. I use the f1.4 ais nikkor and love it.
www.photographyreview.com this website is full of camera bodies/lens reviews...worth a look.
Hi, I too would recommend the Nikon with the f1.4.... a f1.4 lens is a great one to have when its hand held in low light. I use the f1.4 ais nikkor and love it.
www.photographyreview.com this website is full of camera bodies/lens reviews...worth a look.
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