OK, I give up, I need a DSLR
May 10, 2009 | 12:02 PM
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The important question is, how good is the D90 for auto action shots? I do plan on learning the DSLR, but will someone who isn't a photo buff, like my wife, who understands the benefits of lense and shutter speed, be able to shoot better pictures with it in auto mode than the SONY sybershot dummy camera that we have been using?
May 10, 2009 | 12:14 PM
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Short answer : yes.
Especially if you use a high aperture quality lens.
There is no comparison possible between an SLR and a P&S or even a bridge. I had a Sony R1 for a while, biggest consumer non-SLR you can get ... it sucked for action shots, and I LOVED the upgrade to a Canon 40D ... I couldn't believe how much better it was.
Especially if you use a high aperture quality lens.
There is no comparison possible between an SLR and a P&S or even a bridge. I had a Sony R1 for a while, biggest consumer non-SLR you can get ... it sucked for action shots, and I LOVED the upgrade to a Canon 40D ... I couldn't believe how much better it was.
May 10, 2009 | 12:24 PM
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From an entry level perspective I think the Canon XTi is a great camera. It is inexpensive, easy to use, quick to master and will handle all your daily needs. Also there are tons of lens options, grips, etc if you decided you want a bit more. To be honest I have one and a friend has the "monster" 50 and for someone that uses their camera for everyday the XTi Rebel is the way to go. Just my .02
BTW I picked mine up for less than $400 with a grip two batteries, and a nice case so they can be had at a great price.
Hope it helps.
Cute kid.
BTW I picked mine up for less than $400 with a grip two batteries, and a nice case so they can be had at a great price.
Hope it helps.
Cute kid.
May 10, 2009 | 12:34 PM
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The last in the Rebel line-up, the T1i has HD video as well, something to consider.
Indeed a bigger SLR could be too cumbersome for daily family shooting. I know my 40D is kinda hefty ... not something I bring along all the time. The Rebel is much smaller.
Indeed a bigger SLR could be too cumbersome for daily family shooting. I know my 40D is kinda hefty ... not something I bring along all the time. The Rebel is much smaller.
May 10, 2009 | 03:03 PM
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Picking a DSLR is far more intricate than just "easy to shoot quickly".
This being said, although I have a Canon I think Nikon bodies are better in terms of sharpness and color. I think the entry level Nikon (whatever it's called) has video recording too, which could be handy for your application.
Get an SLR, a reasonably wide prime lens (24-35mm) with high aperture (f1.8 and lower) and you will just laugh at the quality of the pics you can pull off with zero practice (or skills, in my case). Save on the body, splurge on lenses.
This being said, although I have a Canon I think Nikon bodies are better in terms of sharpness and color. I think the entry level Nikon (whatever it's called) has video recording too, which could be handy for your application.
Get an SLR, a reasonably wide prime lens (24-35mm) with high aperture (f1.8 and lower) and you will just laugh at the quality of the pics you can pull off with zero practice (or skills, in my case). Save on the body, splurge on lenses.
Nikon D90 12-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-105mm DX VR Lens in Digital SLR Cameras at JR.com
May 10, 2009 | 03:08 PM
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The problem is action shots. I've got a G9 as a backup to my 1DMark III. Slow auto focus and shutterlag make any of the point and shoots pretty useless for action. Spend the bucks on glass, you'll be upgrading bodies like you do your laptop or cell phone. You will love the dSLR world 
But the G10 is way ahead of the G9… check it out when you get a chance. I was very impressed
May 10, 2009 | 03:11 PM
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Yes
May 10, 2009 | 03:33 PM
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What do you guys think about this package?
Nikon D90 12-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-105mm DX VR Lens in Digital SLR Cameras at JR.com
Nikon D90 12-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera Kit with 18-105mm DX VR Lens in Digital SLR Cameras at JR.com
May 10, 2009 | 03:35 PM
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Hopefully someone with direct experience with either body or lens can chime in, but I usually stop looking when I read f3.5-5.6, just too dark for anything indoors. This being said, you could always get that kit, and add a nice indoor high aperture lens to it, it would work fantastic.
I can just get the body...
May 10, 2009 | 03:38 PM
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