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Camera advise

Posted on 02/26/2012 12:10:37 PM PST by YankeeMagic

I am looking to upgrade my camera. I have a point and shoot Sony. I am looking for better quality pictures and the ability to take pictures of my son playing sports (fast speed no blur). Having said this, I am a total novice.. any advice?


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1 posted on 02/26/2012 12:10:41 PM PST by YankeeMagic
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To: YankeeMagic

I have a Canon Rebel 2 that I am happy with.

Takes great pictures in darkened rooms (like a concert hall).


2 posted on 02/26/2012 12:12:07 PM PST by sauropod (You can elect your very own tyranny - Marc Levin)
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To: sauropod

Thanks.. have you tried taking any sports pics?


3 posted on 02/26/2012 12:14:55 PM PST by YankeeMagic
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To: sauropod

I got my son a Go-Pro Hero 2 camera for Christmas. He loves it. Takes up to 10 pictures per second.


4 posted on 02/26/2012 12:15:04 PM PST by Stirner
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To: YankeeMagic

Nope.

Main purpose for me buying it was to be able to take pictures of documents in places like libraries and courthouses.


5 posted on 02/26/2012 12:19:06 PM PST by sauropod (You can elect your very own tyranny - Marc Levin)
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To: YankeeMagic; SWAMPSNIPER

Ping to Swampsniper
(check out his gorgeous picture posts)


6 posted on 02/26/2012 12:22:29 PM PST by libertarian27 (Check my profile page for the FReeper Online Cookbook 2011)
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To: YankeeMagic

Since you’re a total novice, check out the Nikon 1. It’s fully capable of action photography and beginner friendly. However, I would recomend something along the lines of an EOS Rebel or Nikon D series if you’re willing to invest the time in learning to operate the camera.


7 posted on 02/26/2012 12:23:29 PM PST by Melas (u)
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To: YankeeMagic

If taking sports pics, you have to pan the camera with the moving object if you are in hopes of getting a clear picture of the subject using typical shutter speeds. If you have the ability to use defined shutter speeds, you have the ability to stop most everything but you also loose depth. You also need to learn how to squeeze the shutter button just like shooting a gun. If you jerk the button, the image itself will be jerked as well. This is the most common mistake when shooting action pictures.

Find articles on how to take racing pictures to get a better idea, but most times it is the subject you want and not the background in focus. Not knowing the ins and outs of digital SLR’s, I would need to see if it is the same as regular film SLR’s.


8 posted on 02/26/2012 12:24:00 PM PST by mazda77 (and I am a Native Texan)
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To: YankeeMagic

What kind of price range are you talking about ?

What sports ? Lenses have a lot to do with sports photography over cameras.

I’m a Canon fan but Nikon just introduced a 36.3 megapixel profession camera for under $3000 which I think will force Canon to lower their prices.


9 posted on 02/26/2012 12:24:00 PM PST by Newbomb Turk (Hey Newbomb, Where's your brothers El Camino ?)
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To: YankeeMagic

It depends on how much you have to spend.

Any name brand current DSLR is capable of excellent pictures. Some of the more expensive and newer ones will do better at higher ISO settings, and some of them are getting pretty close to amazing.

If your funds are limited, put your money into good quality optics, well that is a good idea anyway. Some of the independent lens makers are excellent as long as you get their top of the line. For instance the Tokina, Tamron, Sigma, 80-200 80-210 f2.8 are good for sports.

Also an 85mm f1.8 is typically extremely sharp and not too high. Also a 50mm f1.4, or f1.8 are often great deals.


10 posted on 02/26/2012 12:24:57 PM PST by yarddog
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To: YankeeMagic

I’d go with the Canon Rebel as well. Reasonably priced and very capable for your needs.


11 posted on 02/26/2012 12:26:16 PM PST by cripplecreek (What does it profit a man if he gains the whole world but loses his soul?)
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To: Melas

I have been looking at the Canon Rebel T2i or Rebel T3i.
Just hope they wouldn’t get me in over my head and I would miss a good pic..


12 posted on 02/26/2012 12:26:41 PM PST by YankeeMagic
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To: YankeeMagic
I have a Canon 60 D and use Canon's 18-135 kit lens for just about everything.

I also have the 430 EX II Speedlight flash which is a great help for even outdoor shots when working close up.

I think you can find a used 50 D for small money at Craigslist or B&H Camera also has used stuff.

Good luck.

13 posted on 02/26/2012 12:26:41 PM PST by Eric in the Ozarks (Beware the Sweater Vest)
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To: YankeeMagic; SWAMPSNIPER

Camera advise


14 posted on 02/26/2012 12:26:41 PM PST by Irenic
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To: yarddog

Oh I forgot, do not worry about megapixels. They all have plenty. Even my old Pentax 6 mp does fine for nearly everything.


15 posted on 02/26/2012 12:27:38 PM PST by yarddog
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To: YankeeMagic
An 'entry level" DSLR won't cost much more than a good point and shoot but the capability will be drastically improved.

I like Sony, I can use all the great old Minolta Maxxum lenses, lots of great deals.

16 posted on 02/26/2012 12:27:52 PM PST by SWAMPSNIPER (The Second Amendment, a Matter of Fact, Not a Matter of Opinion)
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To: cripplecreek

I use a Nikon D90 DSLR for stuff at work and around the house. It’s a little expensive, but man, does it ever take great pictures.


17 posted on 02/26/2012 12:28:02 PM PST by lgjhn23
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To: sauropod

I have used digital SLR NIKON cameras for some time with a selection of lenses you can set it up for anything

http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Products/Digital-SLR-Cameras/index.page


18 posted on 02/26/2012 12:30:08 PM PST by mouser (Run the rats out its the only chance we have)
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To: YankeeMagic

Recently purchased the Sony HX-100V. Couldn’t be happier. Has all the bells and whistles, including numerous factory settings that make picture taking a breeze, while still enabling you to do your own settings. Paid $386.


19 posted on 02/26/2012 12:30:47 PM PST by The Citizen Soldier (America needs Gingrich in 2012 about as much as England needed Churchill in 1940!)
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To: Newbomb Turk

I son plays baseball and basketball, so looking for a camera that’s good for that and also just family pics..


20 posted on 02/26/2012 12:31:07 PM PST by YankeeMagic
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