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Robfasto
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I am using a Canon Powershot S1... only problem is they don't make it anymore. The have gone on to the S2 and S3.... Not sure what the price is on those...
These days when looking for a camera I would look for 10 to 12x optical zoom with Image Stabilization (?SP). You really need IS with most cameras that have more than a 2 or 3x zoom on them. My brother has a Digital Rebal and shelved it for the S1 as it didn't have IS and he had a hard time holding still at full zoom.
Anything nice thing about the S1-S3 is that they take some good video... and with the S2 & S3 you can snap pictures while taking video.
Canon S1 video samples
Disney Pictures taken with a Canon Powershot S1
Another great feature is the use of AA batteries....
These days when looking for a camera I would look for 10 to 12x optical zoom with Image Stabilization (?SP). You really need IS with most cameras that have more than a 2 or 3x zoom on them. My brother has a Digital Rebal and shelved it for the S1 as it didn't have IS and he had a hard time holding still at full zoom.
Anything nice thing about the S1-S3 is that they take some good video... and with the S2 & S3 you can snap pictures while taking video.
Canon S1 video samples
Disney Pictures taken with a Canon Powershot S1
Another great feature is the use of AA batteries....
PhotoDave219
Well-Known Member
For the entry Level.... anything in the Canon Powershot series. I use a Powershot 520 and am very happy with it. Its in the $300 ballpark. Probably all the camera you need/want.
For the DSLR newbies.... Canon Digital Rebel XTi. Its under $1000. Love the anti dust feature; nikon could learn a thing or 2.
For the Pro - Canon 1Ds Mark II. If you have to ask..... It's a full frame CCD. While i'm a nikon shooter, canon is putting out a better image.
For the DSLR newbies.... Canon Digital Rebel XTi. Its under $1000. Love the anti dust feature; nikon could learn a thing or 2.
For the Pro - Canon 1Ds Mark II. If you have to ask..... It's a full frame CCD. While i'm a nikon shooter, canon is putting out a better image.
Nicole220
Well-Known Member
That's the one we have. We just got it so I havn't been able to do much, but from what I have done, it's amazing! I can't wait to take it to DL!
My older one is a Kodak EasyShare. It's pretty good. It does its job during the day, but is terrible at nighttime shots. That was a disappointment during our recent WDW trip...
JROK
Member
And for the record, the Canon 1Ds Mark II is a full frame CMOS sensor, not CCD as CCDs are not a awesome as CMOS
If you've never used anything more than a point-n-shoot camera and don't know anything about digital image processing, then don't get a DSLR. So many people buy the DSLRs expecting amazing shots right out of the box. While this can be had, DSLRs are an investment not only in time learning photography and processing, but also in money. If you're not serious about photography, you'd probably be wasting your time and money on a DSLR. BUT if you think you may want to pick photography up as a hobby, grab the Canon XTi or if you're wanting a little more, the Canon 30D.
Personally I use the Canon 20D (which has been replaced by the 30D) and I love it! I had the Digital Rebel before that so I've been around DSLRs for a few years now. The thing you need to keep in mind is that the camera is only as good as its lens. You could have a 10MP camera, but if you're only make 4x6 prints, you don't really need 10MP. Plus DSLRs allow you to change your lens to whatever environment you are working with, AND allow you to get faster lens that allow you to shoot in low light situations and get great bokeh (background blur).
So if I were you, do some research. Go to a camera store, play around with the cameras and talk to the sales people. Of course they're going to steer you towards a DSLR as those are the newest and hottest thing in photography, but if that doesn't fit your needs, go for a point-n-shoot.
A great set-up for under $1000 would be:
Canon Digital Rebel XT with 18-55mm Kit Lens (8MP DSLR $575)
Canon 50mm f/1.8 II Lens ($75)
Canon 75-300mm Lens ($175)
Sandisk 2GB Ultra II CF Card ($60)
sillyspook13
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Agreed, I couldn't even begin to count the number of times I've seen people using their DSLR as a point and shoot camera!
celticdog
Well-Known Member
The Nikon D40 has really simplified the DSLR use and process. I just recently went digital and purchased a D40. I was a snap to use, but I do have experience with a standard SLR. The D40 is fairly reasonable at $550. It takes really good pictures that are (IMO) equal to Canon. My woman has all Canon equipment, so we compare frequently.
However there is one drawback with the D40. This is a huge drawback. When one is going to purchase additional lens, you have to buy AF-S or AF-I if you want the autofocus funtion to be supported. You can use other lenses, but you have to focus and meter manually.