E90Post
 


 
BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum > BIMMERPOST Universal Forums > Off-Topic Discussions Board > Photography/Videography > ******* DSLR Camera Help Please!!! *******



Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
      10-22-2007, 11:10 PM   #1
astra
Brigadier General
astra's Avatar
Australia
94
Rep
3,748
Posts

Drives: BMW 325Ci Individual
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Sydney

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
******* DSLR Camera Help Please!!! *******

For those of you in the know about DSLR's, i'd like some help... I am going to buy a new camera, and i would like to get one of these, cos i am rather into photography (just lacking a kick arse camera)...

So, can anyone recomend a very good camera, sharp image, good colour, for a reasonable price?

I really want to get into photography (i am especially into these kind of "top gear" looking images), learn about how to use filters, angles and lighting...

Oh, and can filters be applied to any DSLR? Or do you need a specifil lens?

What should i be looking at spending on a lens? And what what do i need to look for in one?

Sorry for being such a camera n00b...

Thanks guys! Any help apreciated!
__________________
Appreciate 0
      10-23-2007, 12:34 AM   #2
Buffalo_Bush
Private First Class
21
Rep
106
Posts

Drives: 07 E92 335i
Join Date: Nov 2005
Location: CA

iTrader: (0)

what you have to spend on one would be a good starting point. then for lenses what you will be shooting(besides the car stuff that you have stated).
Appreciate 0
      10-23-2007, 06:01 AM   #3
astra
Brigadier General
astra's Avatar
Australia
94
Rep
3,748
Posts

Drives: BMW 325Ci Individual
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Sydney

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
the budget is pretty open, but i want to pay for the quality, and not just a name

i will be shooting buildings, some landscapes, but probably postly the cars
__________________
Appreciate 0
      10-23-2007, 06:24 AM   #4
TurboFan
Ski bum
TurboFan's Avatar
316
Rep
6,198
Posts

Drives: sideways
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Knee deep in the pow

iTrader: (8)

check out this thread...http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...t=87271...then post up lots of questions. This is a common topic, but I'm sure you'll have some specific questions.

...like filters...

Filters can be used on just about any lens that I've used - just like a film SLR. I assume you'll stick with Nikon or Canon here. I've never gotten into Canon, but I have a rather extensive experience with Nikon. Both are excellent, hold them and see which one is more comfortable to you. What filters do you have in mind?
__________________

1999 e46 328i Ti Silver / Black[retired]
2007 e90 335xi Jet Black / Black[retired]
2011 e70 X5 35d Vermillion Red / Cinnamon
2011 e92 M3 LeMans / Fox Red extended
Appreciate 0
      10-23-2007, 06:24 AM   #5
e93
open air motoring at its best
Australia
18
Rep
481
Posts

Drives: BMW E93 335i Convertible
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Central Coast NSW Australia

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
2007 e93 335i  [0.00]
Hi Astra,

Funny to see you asking about cameras cause I just bought a new one last Saturday. I wanted a quality camera under $A3000 and decided on a Canon EOS40D body and a Canon EFS 17-85mm lens with stabiliser.

Like you I'm no expert photographer but want to learn more. I purchased via Camera House who are running a package deal on camera, lens, daylight filter, strap, cleaning cloths etc. They also included a photography course which they conduct a couple times a month.

Can say that the initial pics I've taken are awesome and I'm really keen to learn the capabilities of the camera.

I went to a friends birthday party Sat night. Everyone thought I was the "official" photographer.

If we arrange another Sydney meet I'll bring it along.

PM if you want more info, prices etc.
__________________
[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]
2007 335i Convertible || Black Sapphire | Cream Beige | Burr Walnut | 6 AT Paddles | Comfort Access | Aluminium Pedals | Aero Front Spoiler | Remus Quads | KW V3 Coilovers | Velocity V-715 wheels | M3 Rear Lip Spoiler || On Order || || Wishlist || ||
Appreciate 0
      10-23-2007, 07:40 AM   #6
astra
Brigadier General
astra's Avatar
Australia
94
Rep
3,748
Posts

Drives: BMW 325Ci Individual
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Sydney

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by e93 View Post
Hi Astra,

Funny to see you asking about cameras cause I just bought a new one last Saturday. I wanted a quality camera under $A3000 and decided on a Canon EOS40D body and a Canon EFS 17-85mm lens with stabiliser.

Like you I'm no expert photographer but want to learn more. I purchased via Camera House who are running a package deal on camera, lens, daylight filter, strap, cleaning cloths etc. They also included a photography course which they conduct a couple times a month.

Can say that the initial pics I've taken are awesome and I'm really keen to learn the capabilities of the camera.

I went to a friends birthday party Sat night. Everyone thought I was the "official" photographer.

If we arrange another Sydney meet I'll bring it along.

PM if you want more info, prices etc.
i was actually in north sydney looking at that very camera today...

had nikons in the past in our family and liked them, but peopel rave about cannon, so i am so undecided

i'd love to know prices if you don't mind...
__________________
Appreciate 0
      10-23-2007, 07:52 AM   #7
MCS
e90 newbie
35
Rep
448
Posts

Drives: 2012 M3 E93
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Northern NJ

iTrader: (2)

Garage List
2006 330i  [0.00]
go for either a good Cannon or Nikon system. The lens options are vast with these 2 systems.

Got o photo.net for good advice
__________________
E93 IL Blue M3 ZPP, ZCW
Appreciate 0
      10-23-2007, 02:22 PM   #8
KaBoom
Enlisted Member
KaBoom's Avatar
3
Rep
40
Posts

Drives: 2006 325i
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Brentwood, CA

iTrader: (0)

I use Fujifilm S3 Pro. I bought it used mint for $900(body only). I'm a long time shooter so I already have a collection of Nikon Lens. I like Nikon for the ED coating/lens lens(make the picture looks more natural but Vivid); not all Nikon/Nikkor lens has ED. The S3 Pro used to be top notch until they released S5 Pro recently. If you have the money, can't go wrong with S3 Pro.

My suggest to you is to go rent the equipments from pro shop and try. Or just go to pro shop and try them.
Appreciate 0
      10-23-2007, 03:10 PM   #9
Gort
Klaatu Barada Nikto
Gort's Avatar
No_Country
28
Rep
1,169
Posts

Drives: 2017 X3-35i
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: A Bipolar Planet

iTrader: (0)

Nikon D200, but make sure you leave money for the glass.
Appreciate 0
      10-23-2007, 10:54 PM   #10
astra
Brigadier General
astra's Avatar
Australia
94
Rep
3,748
Posts

Drives: BMW 325Ci Individual
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Sydney

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
thanks for the reat advice guys!
__________________
Appreciate 0
      10-23-2007, 11:23 PM   #11
Etnies
Private First Class
Etnies's Avatar
United_States
1
Rep
127
Posts

Drives: .
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: .

iTrader: (0)

I'm a Canon guy, so as a starting point I'm going to recommend the Canon 40D and the EF 24-70 f/2.8L lens. This is an ideal "walk around" setup. If you like ultra wide, consider the Sigma 10-20mm lens, as well.
Appreciate 0
      10-25-2007, 02:04 AM   #12
astra
Brigadier General
astra's Avatar
Australia
94
Rep
3,748
Posts

Drives: BMW 325Ci Individual
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Sydney

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by bimmerwithholes View Post
<1.5k budget - E-510
1.5k-2k budget - 40D
2k-2.5k budget - D300
unlimited - D3

probably gonna get flamed for Olympus.....but they are great.
I sold my old E-500 to this guy and pics are taken with E-500
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2409878/

filter can apply to any lens you want....size matters
thanks, that is very helpful...

have to wait till the weekend so that i can go out to the shops and have another look
__________________
Appreciate 0
      11-03-2007, 07:38 AM   #13
noidea
noidea's Avatar
Australia
87
Rep
620
Posts

Drives: BMW E90
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: AUST

iTrader: (1)

I would say Olympus E-510. It achieved a very high score on the test. 90% review by what digital camera. Olympus E510 rock !
Appreciate 0
      11-03-2007, 10:07 AM   #14
remmib
General
remmib's Avatar
Norway
1566
Rep
29,202
Posts

Drives: 2013 F10 520d M-Sport
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Norway

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by bimmerwithholes View Post
<1.5k budget - E-510
1.5k-2k budget - 40D
2k-2.5k budget - D300
unlimited - D3

probably gonna get flamed for Olympus.....but they are great.
I sold my old E-500 to this guy and pics are taken with E-500
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2409878/

filter can apply to any lens you want....size matters
Or Canon 1Ds MarkIII
__________________

F10 520d M-Sport Alpine White | HRE P43SC 20x9+20x11 | Michelin PSS 255/35+295/30 | KW V3 Coilover | M5 Front Sway Bar + M550d Rear Sway Bar | 3DDesign Front Lip | BMW M Performance CF Spoiler | BMW M Performance Diffuser | BMW M Performance Black Grills | BMW M Performance Pedals |
Appreciate 0
      11-03-2007, 10:36 PM   #15
Excellence
G-STAR
Excellence's Avatar
200
Rep
1,897
Posts

Drives: E90 to A5
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Richmond, BC

iTrader: (0)

<1.5K Budget. = 30D Canon or D70/D80 Nikon . Don't go olympus...
Appreciate 0
      11-04-2007, 04:35 PM   #16
mds82
Major General
mds82's Avatar
362
Rep
5,842
Posts

Drives: 2006 325xi
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: South Central Connecticut

iTrader: (40)

Garage List
get a cheeper camera, better glass
Appreciate 0
      11-04-2007, 05:01 PM   #17
D-Rock
Lieutenant Colonel
188
Rep
1,855
Posts

Drives: 325i
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: miami

iTrader: (2)

Quote:
Originally Posted by mds82 View Post
get a cheeper camera, better glass
+1 also i would not spend this much money on a cam. if its your first time learning how to shoot.
__________________
Appreciate 0
      11-04-2007, 06:22 PM   #18
D-Rock
Lieutenant Colonel
188
Rep
1,855
Posts

Drives: 325i
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: miami

iTrader: (2)

Quote:
Originally Posted by bimmerwithholes View Post
I'd say if you are going to buy a bunch of lens but you don't have much fund then stay with Canon or Nikon...
Canon and nikon are the best you can buy.
__________________
Appreciate 0
      11-04-2007, 07:37 PM   #19
astra
Brigadier General
astra's Avatar
Australia
94
Rep
3,748
Posts

Drives: BMW 325Ci Individual
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Sydney

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
unfortunately, fund are low at the moment (i just bought a heap of stuff for my car like bodykit, brembo etc)... so i will be waiting a little while now, but once i have the bank, i will be back hunting for a camera
__________________
Appreciate 0
      11-04-2007, 07:40 PM   #20
D-Rock
Lieutenant Colonel
188
Rep
1,855
Posts

Drives: 325i
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: miami

iTrader: (2)

Your right so what would be better then my 1D ?
__________________
Appreciate 0
      11-04-2007, 10:59 PM   #21
Etnies
Private First Class
Etnies's Avatar
United_States
1
Rep
127
Posts

Drives: .
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: .

iTrader: (0)

There are other options than Canon or Nikon, but the fact is virtually every professional photographer uses one of the two. In sports, the vast majority are shooting Canon. The 1D MKIII being the preferred choice for those that can obtain it.

I have no doubt the Nikon D3 will be a great camera. But you won't see many people jumping Canon's ship if it means investing in a bunch of new glass. Some will, but they're fools to do so in my opinion.

Just go to a photography store and mess around with the models. Learn about the specifics, find what you like and need. For me, it's Canon.

But I/we digress. This topic turned to a different area of discussion, which is why I posted what I did above. The Canon 1D line and its other brand equivalents are not something that many amateur photographers are going to be buying, or needing. Lenses are the most important for amateur photographers.
Appreciate 0
      11-05-2007, 05:33 AM   #22
TurboFan
Ski bum
TurboFan's Avatar
316
Rep
6,198
Posts

Drives: sideways
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Knee deep in the pow

iTrader: (8)

1. A camera is a light tight box with a hole in it.
2. It's a little bit the fiddle, much more who holds the bow.

Look at Nikon and Canon, buy what is most comfortable. For me that was a Nikon at the time, and with my collection of glass, I won't be looking at Canon any time soon. The new D3 is a leap past the Mark III whatever, and may be my next camera, idk.

The poster that questioned whether Canon or Nikon are it? No, the Mamiya and Hasselblad digital are FAR superior. Be ready to plunk down $35k+ for what you'd get from Nikon/Canon for $5k. Sure the Nikon / Canon leave a lot on the table compared to Mamiya or Hasselblad, but not $30k.

Compared to other 35mm format bodies and lenses, I have not seen any other mfg come consistently close to what Nikon or Canon produce.
__________________

1999 e46 328i Ti Silver / Black[retired]
2007 e90 335xi Jet Black / Black[retired]
2011 e70 X5 35d Vermillion Red / Cinnamon
2011 e92 M3 LeMans / Fox Red extended
Appreciate 0
Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:11 AM.




e90post
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
1Addicts.com, BIMMERPOST.com, E90Post.com, F30Post.com, M3Post.com, ZPost.com, 5Post.com, 6Post.com, 7Post.com, XBimmers.com logo and trademark are properties of BIMMERPOST