Members Neonfacelift Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 Can anyone recommend me a good camera? I'm looking into maybe getting a used digital SLR. From the little bit I've read, that kind of seems like the way to go. Is there anything out there in the $500 or less range, or any suggestions as far as brands go? I'm not ruling out used, although I'd rather not go that route. Not looking to be a badass. Just seems like something I'd enjoy and would like to get something that's not crap. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members tylytle Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 Paging IWLP... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members baracuda2004 Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 Isn't i_wanna_les_paul a photography enthiusiast as well or am I wrong?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted August 16, 2007 Moderators Share Posted August 16, 2007 Isn't i_wanna_les_paul a photography enthiusiast as well or am I wrong?? IWLP i_wanna_les_paul IWLP i_wanna_les_paul IWLP i_wanna_les_paul hmmm... something tells me I'm missing something here... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members baracuda2004 Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 IWLP i_wanna_les_paul IWLP i_wanna_les_paul IWLP i_wanna_les_paul hmmm... something tells me I'm missing something here... OHHHH!! I SEEEEE!!! Didn't make the connection... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members illidian Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 IWLP something tells me I'm missing something here... Naw, I think your problem is you don't miss things around here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted August 16, 2007 Moderators Share Posted August 16, 2007 OHHHH!! I SEEEEE!!! Didn't make the connection... I'm just giving you a hard time. I'm still at work and super hungry and writing a really boring patent application. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted August 16, 2007 Moderators Share Posted August 16, 2007 Naw, I think your problem is you don't miss things around here. Maybe I need to get out more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members illidian Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 Maybe I need to get out more. Or just spend less time on HCBF. I know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted August 16, 2007 Moderators Share Posted August 16, 2007 Or just spend less time on HCBF. I know. Don't you love me anymore? Neonfacelift, consider this nonsense your free bumps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members RIC N BACKER Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 Can anyone recommend me a good camera? I'm looking into maybe getting a used digital SLR. From the little bit I've read, that kind of seems like the way to go. Is there anything out there in the $500 or less range, or any suggestions as far as brands go? I'm not ruling out used, although I'd rather not go that route. Not looking to be a badass. Just seems like something I'd enjoy and would like to get something that's not crap. Thanks. I have a Pentax K100D and a Kodak easy share Z612 the Pentax is a great camera I have taken some great shots with it. it is a lot of camera with many features I have yet to utilize. the Kodak is a P&S with Dslr Features and I have gotten some great shots with it to. sometimes I prefer it to the Pentax for ease of use. check out the Kodak P880 also read some reviews here http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Pentax/ http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Kodak/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Neonfacelift Posted August 16, 2007 Author Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 Damn, I was really hoping that at least one of those last nine replies was going to have a suggestion. If only there were someone in here that knew about cameras. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Neonfacelift Posted August 16, 2007 Author Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 I have a Pentax K100D and a Kodak easy share Z612the Pentax is a great camera I have taken some great shots with it. it is a lot of camera with many features I have yet to utilize.the Kodak is a P&S with Dslr Features and I have gotten some great shots with it to. sometimes I prefer it to the Pentax for ease of use.check out the Kodak P880 alsoread some reviews herehttp://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Pentax/http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Kodak/ Thanks you. I'll check those out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members RIC N BACKER Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 here is a few pictures Pentax K100D Kodak Z612 http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x292/ricnbacker/Florida%20Vacation%20to%20Disney%20world/100_1556.jpg?t=1187233828 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rummy Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 Depends on how far you want to go. I really dig how the Pentax k100d feels in my hands. It takes great pictures, and the on-board stabilizer is just a great idea. Any Pentax lens EVER made can be a image stabilized lens so long as you use it with the camera. Very nice. Canon is pretty much tried and true. They take great pictures right out of the box, you can choose from millions of different lenses, and there's mad amount of aftermarket support for it. You can find an XT pretty cheap these days. Great entry D slr. Either way, you can't go wrong. Go find a store that'll let you play with them. See how they feel in your hands, and see how the menu feels, and such. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mr.Mow Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 I use a Canon 20D for work and its pretty bloody good, Its been replaced with the 30D now, but I understand the Canon Rebel (350) is the same camera internally and a bunch cheaper (I think the body is not built quite as tough). A buddy of mine uses one and he also takes photos professionally but only needed a knock around 'cheap' digital. I'd stick to either Pentax, Canon, Nikon etc.. Just better support, especially if you want to start buying 2nd hand lenses (I almost always buy 2nd hand.As for optical quality.. meh, its a lot of personal opinion most of the time.. Some of the 3rd party lenses like Sigma, Tokina and Tamron are great value. The features on most of them in that range will be similar, but DP Review is a great site for in depth reviews. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rummy Posted August 16, 2007 Members Share Posted August 16, 2007 I love my 20D. Wouldn't trade it for the 30D. No way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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