I have been in the canon family now and I have made a decision to move to Nikon. I went from an Xsi to a 50D and I am figuring out which Nikon body to get. Should I just get a entry level like the new D3100 that has came out. Or maybe something like the D90. I was thinking about the D300 but that is all the money I have and I would rather spend it on glass. I mainly shoot portraits and weddings. And video on the camera is just something I would play around with. So I would like to hear on what bodies you recommend and some lenses as well. Since I am new to the Nikon family. And maybe some input on what I should know about Nikon.
There is also the rumored D7000 to replace the D90 so my options are endless at this point.
Honestly the reason for switching is the experience I have with a Nikon. I have been a fan of the Nikkor line and the lenses I want from it is far more cheaper then the ones I want for canon. Also shooting with a nikon the iso performance much more smoother then and a canon which is a must for me being that I mainly shoot indoors. Another plus for me is flash control I find it easier use a flash on a nikon rather then canon.
Honestly the reason for switching is the experience I have with a Nikon. I have been a fan of the Nikkor line and the lenses I want from it is far more cheaper then the ones I want for canon. Also shooting with a nikon the iso performance much more smoother then and a canon which is a must for me being that I mainly shoot indoors. Another plus for me is flash control I find it easier use a flash on a nikon rather then canon.
I’m looking for an entry level DSLR for pretty much every thing, portraits, action, landscapes, nature. I like the price and size of the D3100, as I have small hands, but I love the flip out LCD screen of the D5100 and don’t think I’m able to give it up. The D5100 is also a bit larger then the D3100 and I don’t know if I will be as comfortable with it. I think it may be a little heavy to lug around everywhere. But, again, I almost feel like I need that flip out LCD screen because I love shooting from weird perspectives. Should I pay more for the screen and a the bigger/heavier size? Is it worth it?
I have an entry level DSLR, Nikon d3000, and I am looking for a new lens. One that is good for portraits. From your experience which lens would you recommend? Please note that I am on a budget, so nothing to expensive.
I already have a 18-55mm lens…
www.facebook.com www.PhotographersOnUTube.com Pros of Prime Lens 1. Great for low light 2. Nicer Bokeh 3. Light weight 4. Cheaper than zoom lens in comparable picture quality Cons of Prime Lens 1. Fixed focal range. 2. You’ll have to change the lens if you want to go from wide angle to telephoto 3. Some prime lenses may not have a built in motor for entry level dslr. Pros of Zoom lens (fixed aperture) 1. Ability to zoom in without changing lens. 2. You don’t have to move around as much. 3. It’s good for shooting events and hyper kids. Cons of Zoom lens (fixed aperture) 1. Very expensive comparable to prime lens quality 2. Heavy 3. Did I say it’s very expensive? 4. Yes, it’s very expensive lol. Pros of kit lens (variable aperture) 1. Very cheap 2. Not as heavy as fixed aperture zoom lens Cons of kit lens (variable aperture) 1. Compromise on quality, big time. 2. Terrible for low light. 3. Not as nicer bokeh as the prime or fixed aperture zoom lens
I had my mind set on the D3100 but my friend is really against that as he said that it is a really super entry level camera and is not going to do any good in the long run. He asked me to buy a D90 instead. He uses that and I always use his if I had the chance. I really like the D90 and I know it’s really good so now I’m really stuck between these two models.
I know what is ISO, shutter speed and other terms and I just find the D3100 is easier to use as most of the stuff you need to adjust are not embedded in the menu unlike other cameras. I love taking photographs of landscapes, animals, portraits and macro shots.