MIKU*SC3

iTrader: (10)

Hey, i was thinking about getting a Digital SLR for a while now but i have no idea on what kind i should get because there are so many of them.

Do you guys have any tips on buying one?

seangworld

what is it?

MIKU*SC3

iTrader: (10)

Its a really good type of camera, thats what i know.

Just figured someone here would be able to give me more info on them, because i always see all of these awsome pics of there lexus.

Hil

iTrader: (61)

Go check out the digital photography section

tod071

All depends what you are looking to shoot. Canon has the largest selection of lenses. Nikon and Sony are very good cameras as well. As a Canon user, I can only make suggestions on their line. A good starter body would be the XTi. Although its not the newest one, its the entry level camera with a CF card. If you don't mind buying used, you can get a 40D for about $700-$800.

The lenses will all depend on what you're shooting. The 18-55IS is a good entry level all-around lens, the 70-200L is a good zoom lens for about $500, and the 28-135IS is a good walk-around lens with a little longer reach than the 18-55.

MIKU*SC3

iTrader: (10)

Oh, thanks man ill try and keep those things in mind.

What kind of camera do you use btw?

tod071

I use a Canon 1DmkII and a 30D. The lenses I use are a Tokina 11-16mm (ultra-wide angle), Canon 16-35L f/2.8 (wide angle), Canon 24-70L f/2.8 (all around), Canon 70-200L IS f/2.8 (zoom), and Canon 100-400L IS f/4-5.6 (zoom).

If you're looking for faster fps (frames per sec) for rolling shots, panning, aircraft, etc, I'd recommend moving up to the xxD prosumer line (40D, 50D) at about 6.5fps. If money's no object, the ultimate beast is the 1DmkIII (10fps) for very fast shooting and the 1DSmkIII for portraits.

MIKU*SC3

iTrader: (10)

Thanks for the info again guys.

That 50D seem pretty good to me, so i guess i better start saving up already, that damn thing just as the body will cost me a arm and a leg. lol

I guess ill be using it for a while so it should be pretty worth it.

Down goes the money saved for my SC.... haha

Thanks again ya.

tiarehi

With what Todd mentioned, you also want to get a feel of the camera. How it holds in the hand, weight, and if you feel comfortable navigating in the menus etc...

You can't go wrong with either Canon or Nikon, just a matter of personal taste and $$$$...

tod071

That's true. The only shops I know of on Maui would be Lighthaus and maybe Ritz camera that carry both. Like Norris said, you might wanna try them out and see how they feel and how easy the menus are. I found the Nikon a little harder to navigate, but that was after I got used to the Canon menus.

Weesped and I order from BHphoto and SamysCamera.com. Maybe hapaboy Nate will chime in with his thoughts and recommendations.

MIKU*SC3

iTrader: (10)

Are there any Canon stores in hawaii?

Like where do you guys get your cameras from?

tod071

Haha, looks like I pressed Submit Reply just before you

PHML

iTrader: (33)

I was thinkin about buying a more pro camera...so this thread was perfect timing.

tod071

Being that MIKU*SC3 is on Maui, I didn't mention the local shops on Oahu. But for those on Oahu, there is Kaimuki Camera, Lighthaus Camera (on Big Island, Maui, and Oahu), and Ritz Camera. Of the 3, I like the expertise and knowledge of Neal at Kaimuki Camera, but he's the most expensive.

I bought most of my gear from Craiglist. This way, you can touchy, feely the equipment before buying and not have to pay retail.

If you're buying online, bhphoto, samyscamera, adorama are a few reputable places. If you see something too cheap, please use resellerratings.com before buying. Lot of these places use bait & switch techniques like "oh you want a battery? $300 + $100 for the box", etc. Don't get ripped off online. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

MIKU*SC3

iTrader: (10)

Ya, haha

i was like wow, did he read my mind or something because you answered what i was gonna ask before i asked it. lol