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Sumana.00 wrote:Sound of Music Hills, Austria
Finally did my dream Euro Trip will post more pics later
kurpal_v2 wrote:^^ Nice shots but just wondering, could you just choose a few of your best and then post the link to your flicker account?
Would made browsing the thread a little easier
lighthammer wrote:blacklight wrote:I'm leaning towards canon and was looking at the t3i and d60 (most likely the d60 because of the better focusing capabilities rather than the t3i superior video qualities)
What do you want the camera for? Pictures? Videos? Both?
You need to think of the primary use.
I use my Nikon D200 for pics, and record vids on my blackberry.
I prefer pics but when we out on a trail off-roading, it's always fun to catch some action on video, and to me it doesn't always have to be high-def. video.
BUt you have to think about your own personal needs/tastes.blacklight wrote:however I'm undecided in what start up lens combos to purchase.
There are the kit lens 18-55mm and 55-250mm which should be about 350us and then there is the 18-135mm kit lens which claims to have better construction and glass around the same price.
The 18-55mm + 55-250mm is a good combo, and it will give you a good enough range for both close-up and long-distance shots. Again, it comes down to your personal choices and what you plan to do (didn't think photography was such a personal/customized hobby, eh??)
If you don't mind carrying the two lenses and switching out whenever you need them, then it's a fine combo. Both lenses have more than enough image quality for the average user, if you want higher quality images you'll have to either get a fixed-focal length prime lens (like the 50mm lens you spoke about) or invest in a good-quality professional lens (doesn't have to be Canon brand - there's also Sigma & Tamron lenses which do give excellent images).
If you plan to do a lot of walking around or don't want to change lenses often, then the 18-135mm lens will be better for you. You won't get as much zoom as the 250mm end of the spectrum, but it will be a lot more convenient for you since you don't have to keep switching lenses to get different shots (there's also the plus that you won't get as much dust into your sensor since the camera body won't be open as often).
For the starter photographer, these level of consumer lenses will give more than enough quality in your pics. Like I said before, if you want the best possible pics, invest in a much more expensive but professional level lens/prime lens.
I'm also looking at the 50mm 1.8 legendary lens that everyone says is a must have esp for the 100us price.blacklight wrote:Help a brother out in choosing a proper starter kit nah!
any other recommendations are welcomed with lens and camera choices
The Canon T3i is a great starter camera. People who are new to DSLR's will like it's user-friendliness and will learn to handle/use a DSLR through it. Usually, folks will outgrow that level of camera within a year or two and decide to upgrade their body (maybe keep the same lenses or buy pro lenses).
If you do want to get a pro-sumer/enthusiast level camera (like that canon 60D), then I'd suggest getting a used body off amazon/ebay and buying the lenses separate. Will work out cheaper and those higher level bodies are designed to last longer and are more rugged than the entry level bodies.
Upcfordcruiser, Cid, hotblue, Miguel, etc..great shots.
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