 Ariana Curiel |
choosing an entry level SLR I just wanted to clarify my question conserning SLR options. I am looking for something that is good quality but no I am not independly wealthy. I wouldn't mind buying used with some assurance of cource to quality. Another criteria is a camera that wont easily break.
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Brendan Knell |
Well, you need to tell us a few things. Do you want film or digital? What is your price range? What kind of photography are you going to be doing(portrait, landscape, sports...) so we can then help you find a lens or two.
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Ariana Curiel |
I am looking for a film SLR camera. I am not sure of the price range for an SLR. I am open to buying a used camera. I would primarily be using the camera to take pictures of my three sons i.e at soccer games, playing etc. I am thinking of a budget of around $100. Ariana
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BetterPhoto Member |
For about 150, Vivitar and Promaster make a manual focus camera. Both are based on the Pentax K1000. Both use Pentax PK-A lenses.Both are sold with lense. The lense is the problem. You may want to check in a camera for these rigs. While you're there, ask about used equipment. They can help further. Have a great day and keep shooting.
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Ariana Curiel |
I looked on ebay and saw some good deal on used cameras. For example I can possibly get a good used camera between $100 and $200 depending on the number of extras it comes with. I am looking for an autofocus SLR to take kid pics and occasional landscapes. I have narrowed my choice of brands down Canon and Nikon. Any suggestions on which brand offers the best performance for and entry level SLR? Ariana
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Will Turner |
Ebay is a minefield. You can get some good deals, and you can get taken. Without sounding pompous (hopefully), make sure you know your way around. Before you bid, know in advance what models you want to buy and how much they are worth on the market and how they work. Now that we have the web as a resource, it's foolish not to use it to the maximum. Study saves $$. Lot of info on the web, including online operation manuals. You'll need to know how to work all the camera functions when you get your camera - some sellers neglect to mention that one or more functions are inoperable. KEH.com is also a good place to look for used cameras and have a 14-day return policy, but again you need to know what you are looking for and Here are some 35mm camera models I've found to stand out from the crowd for reliability. No guarantees, just what I've learned from experience and many reports from happy and unhappy owners. Your budget is very limited, but remember - you are already saving by buying secondhand, and especially at the bottom of the ladder, you get what you pay for. And any camera that has been recently inspected, serviced, and guaranteed to work is WELL worth a substantial premium over those that aren't: Canon Autofocus: EOS 1, Elan and 10s Nikon: N8008s (F801S), N90s, F100, F80 (N80), F4 As to lenses, the same price/value relationship also generally applies. For your needs you will probably want a 50mm normal or wide-angle lens in the 24-35mm range, and a telephoto (100, 180, 300, etc.) type lens. These lenses can be either zoom or fixed (prime). The focal length for the telephoto lens will vary depending upon how close you can get to the soccer action. Remember you can rent lenses from some camera shops to see how they work for you. You may or may not have understood all the terms used above. I have included here some good links to study on camera bodies, online manuals and lenses - study them thoroughly, including the lens information, and you will be a well-informed buyer. Canon EOS info: Canon Lens Info: http://www.nobell.org/~gjm/photography/lenses.html Nikon Camera Info: http://www.bythom.com/Bodies.htm Nikon Lens Info: http://www.naturfotograf.com/lens_surv.html Remember you are buying into a camera system, not just a camera, so becoming educated and knowing the pros and cons is important.
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Ariana Curiel |
Thanks for the info. I plan on spending at least a month researching before I decide on one particular camera. It's good to know there are other places besides ebay to purchase. I figure I can buy the camera body first and then add lenses.
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Ariana Curiel |
Thanks for the info. I plan on spending at least a month researching before I decide on one particular camera. It's good to know there are other places besides ebay to purchase. I figure I can buy the camera body first and then add lenses. Does anyone know about the Nikon rebel series?
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Andrew Laverghetta |
I have a Canon EOS Rebel GII that I use right now for film. I haven't had any problems at all. I'm actually using it for school right now. Since it's EOS, it's autofocus and it'll probably be pretty good. Of course, the EOS 1 was considered a pro camera and still could be but it probably won't come with a lens. You might be able to get an Elan with a lens... Canon also makes a lens, the 50mm f/1.8 III, that is under $100. It's pretty good on the quality side because it's a prime lens, meaning that it doesn't zoom. Most people purchasing a camera usually want a lens though and the most common lens may be 35-80mm or something around those lines. Maybe it'll be 28-70 or something for other brands. "Does anyone know about the Nikon rebel series" Nikon doesn't make the rebel. Canon makes the rebel. I own a rebel as I said.
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