vw151 Posted June 17, 2013 Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 IMO these are some of the best cameras out there that are not SLRs. They have bigger sensors than normal point and shoots, ability to shoot RAW and generally make nice images. http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Digital-Optical-Stabilized-Vari-Angle/dp/B0041RSPRS I haven't used this particular camera but everything they make in the G series seems to be pretty amazing for a point and shoot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gump Posted June 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 If you want to shoot Canon, I love this guys site for his consistent reviewshttp://www.the-digital-picture.com/I agree about bhphotovideo.com behing awesome and locally I highly recomend Midwest Photo Exchange, mpex.com This is probably the best brick and mortar camera shop in the state and they do provide classes and seminars. Find MPEX on facebook and like them. They post all the time about seminars and photo contests. They are a very good resource in Columbus. If you want to stay under $500 and get an SLR I'd read a bunch of reviews and learn as much as you can and then hit craigslist. If you want a very good point and shoot I'd look at the Canon G series. I will say this, SLRs are very bulky for vacations and most new guys end up shooting them on full auto anyway. Last bit of advice. If you do get an SLR, learn to shoot and process RAW. You will be able to make much cleaner and better looking images that way. Especially anything you shoot indoors in mixed light. Gives you amazing latitude with your white balance. I'd recommend L series glass but in your price range sticking to the Kit lenses is probably the best bet. 18-55 EF-S lens and 70-300 would be some good starter lenses to stay in budget. The Canon Rebel/3 digitD or 2 digitD 20D, 30D, 40D, 50D, 60D cameras are good bodies that can be had at a reasonable price. Be careful my friend, it's a slippery slope, before you know it you could be $10k in with out even blinking.Thanks. I didn't realize there was so much to the world of SLR 's till I read all the advice on here. Went with the Sony hx300 for simplicity, cost, and zoom sake. Hope I don't regret it someday if someday I want to make a hobby out of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gump Posted June 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2013 (edited) EDit*** double post Edited June 18, 2013 by Gump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted June 18, 2013 Report Share Posted June 18, 2013 (edited) Be careful my friend, it's a slippery slope, before you know it you could be $10k in with out even blinking. Very very very true. It' like crack. I think I have close to that much invested in the body, lenses and accessories with my 70-200 f2.8L II lens being the most expensive piece at ~$2200 by itself but damn it's a super fine lens. @OP - I think you'll be happy with the Sony...a guy I know at work who does some nice photography raves about it. Edited June 18, 2013 by ScubaCinci Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vw151 Posted June 18, 2013 Report Share Posted June 18, 2013 Very very very true. It' like crack. I think I have close to that much invested in the body, lenses and accessories with my 70-200 f2.8L II lens being the most expensive piece at ~$2200 by itself but damn it's a super fine lens. @OP - I think you'll be happy with the Sony...a guy I know at work who does some nice photography raves about it. Once you go L series, it's tough to go back. So far just in L series, first 2 are my primary track day lenses for now. 100-400mm F4.5-5.6 70-200mm F417-40mm F4 Primes (non L)50mm F1.428mm F1.8 I really really want a 135mm F2 L and a 100mm F2.8 macro L 28-135mm F3.5-5.6 not L but want to replace with 24-105 L when I get a 5D Mk3 Canon 7D body with verticle grip 430EX 2420EX550EX I have a bunch of old off brand crap lenses laying around too. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted June 18, 2013 Report Share Posted June 18, 2013 I have the 100mm F2.8 macro but not the L version. Sigh...lens porn The great thing about lenses is, they generally hold their value really well so you can buy and sell used ones without losing too much $ in the process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevysoldier Posted June 18, 2013 Report Share Posted June 18, 2013 I have the 100mm F2.8 macro but not the L version. Sigh...lens porn The great thing about lenses is, they generally hold their value really well so you can buy and sell used ones without losing too much $ in the process.As long as they aren't chipped or moldy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 As long as they aren't chipped or moldy.Well yeah, you gotta take care of your gear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vw151 Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 I have the 100mm F2.8 macro but not the L version. Sigh...lens porn The great thing about lenses is, they generally hold their value really well so you can buy and sell used ones without losing too much $ in the process. That is still a great lens and at 1/2 the price I dont' think it's half the quality by any means. It's known to be a tack sharp lens. The new IS on the L series lens is just cool though. I agree, glass holds it's value, the bodies not as much. But with the body, it's like you get to buy your film 1 time and you are done. I miss that about film cameras. Being able to change the media. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Limenine9r Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 I'm using a Canon rebel T3i with a f2.8 70x200 lens Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vw151 Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 (edited) Shot this with my 70-200 F4 L series and an E-TTL flash. Found it interesting just because I was able to light the bird up with my flash. check out www.electriceyeimages.com for track photos. I have thousands on the site. Edited June 19, 2013 by vw151 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gump Posted June 29, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 29, 2013 (edited) Nice bird pics. This is my favorite with the new camera so far. No idea how to re-size on the new OR yet. Edited June 29, 2013 by Gump Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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