Dingo Posted February 4, 2012 Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 I've noticed from looking through forum post pictures that we have some members that know how shoot in funky lighting modes and still get results. What cameras/lenses do y'all use, what do you like about them, and what would you change? I'll start. I usually use a Nikon d7000 with a Nikkor AF-S DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II lens. I have some other stuff, but that combo is the go-to. That lens is a good versatile zoom, but kinda sucks for macro shooting or low light unless you're REALLY stable or use a tripod. The body will do damn near anything you could want, takes 2 SD cards, and is FAST. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackdaniel Posted February 5, 2012 Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 I've noticed from looking through forum post pictures that we have some members that know how shoot in funky lighting modes and still get results. What cameras/lenses do y'all use, what do you like about them, and what would you change? I'll start. I usually use a Nikon d7000 with a Nikkor AF-S DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II lens. I have some other stuff, but that combo is the go-to. That lens is a good versatile zoom, but kinda sucks for macro shooting or low light unless you're REALLY stable or use a tripod. The body will do damn near anything you could want, takes 2 SD cards, and is FAST. I have the D5100,and the same lens plus an 18-55vr. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted February 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 I have the D5100,and the same lens plus an 18-55vr. I briefly had a d5100. I loved the pivoty screen, but once I tried the 7000, it was a done deal. And since you have a DX camera, you might want to see if you can pick up a 70-300 - F/4.5-5.6 VRII on craigslist. With the crop factor, it works out to a 105-450mm. Zoooooooooooom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordGuru Posted March 7, 2012 Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 My girlfriend recently bought me the T2i i've been wanting for a long time. she found it as a package deal at Sams Club with the Canon Gadget bag, 4 gig SD card, 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Lens, 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens, and HDMI cord. even though i just got it and am a beginner i've got plans to add a few other lenses. i know how to get the shots i want, just gotta learn the techniques and get the equipment to do so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted March 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 Make sure that your new lenses have an internal focus. The difference is huge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted March 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 I forgot to mention... Make sure you get uv filters for your lenses. Anti-haze and lens protection simultaneously. I'd suggest you get multi-coated ones, so you don't get ghosting. You also might want a cpl filter. You can save money by buying the biggest one in the size of your biggest lens and buying adapters so that you can use it on your smaller lenses. Tiffen and Hoya are fine, but the best is b+w. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordGuru Posted March 7, 2012 Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 I forgot to mention... Make sure you get uv filters for your lenses. Anti-haze and lens protection simultaneously. I'd suggest you get multi-coated ones, so you don't get ghosting. You also might want a cpl filter. You can save money by buying the biggest one in the size of your biggest lens and buying adapters so that you can use it on your smaller lenses. Tiffen and Hoya are fine, but the best is b+w. thanks for all of the great info! any particular vendor that you buy from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_bova Posted March 7, 2012 Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 I know you guys are talking about SLR's but anyone have any recommendations for a nice point and shoot? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted March 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 Fordguru, I usually use either b&h photo or Amazon. C_bova, what features are you looking for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordGuru Posted March 7, 2012 Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 I know you guys are talking about SLR's but anyone have any recommendations for a nice point and shoot? i'm a big fan of canon elph's...great point and shoot, loaded with features, good pricing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_bova Posted March 7, 2012 Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 thanks, I was looking at the elph 300 HS, so I'm glad you said they are good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted March 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2012 Most of the Panasonic ones are great, but make sure you get one with a leica lens. The nikons take great photos, but some can be a pita to use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_bova Posted March 8, 2012 Report Share Posted March 8, 2012 now I'm kind of torn between the elph 300 and the sx230, decisions decisions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_bova Posted March 15, 2012 Report Share Posted March 15, 2012 decided to preoder the elph 320 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackdaniel Posted March 15, 2012 Report Share Posted March 15, 2012 Just to get back to SLR's for a hoot. I picked up a 55-300 for my Nikon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted March 15, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 15, 2012 I had that lens once. It was nice. I upgraded to the 70-300 VRII FX lens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djmodifyd Posted March 17, 2012 Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 I havnen't posted pictures on this forum yet, but I use a Nikon 1 J1. I bought this camera because of its size and DSLR like capabilities. Does get a bit grainy above 1600 ISO, but not too bad. I have 3 lenses: 10mm prime f/2.8, 10-30mm VR f/3.5-5.6, and 30-110mm VR f/3.8-5.6 I'll probably move up to a D5100 or something, but for right now i love the small size of the J1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted March 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 The 1s are nice. I almost got one for the wife, but then I realized that I would really have been getting it for myself and I already have the big boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djmodifyd Posted March 17, 2012 Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 The 1s are nice. I almost got one for the wife, but then I realized that I would really have been getting it for myself and I already have the big boy. Well, i'll trade you straight up the J1 for the D7000 then you can give your wife a nice present for St. pattys day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djmodifyd Posted March 17, 2012 Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 (edited) Here are a couple edited for size pictures from the zoo. not as cool as an edge though Edited March 17, 2012 by djmodifyd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordGuru Posted March 17, 2012 Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 here are a few of mine thus far. edited for size Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jRE Posted March 17, 2012 Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 This is great, Edge owners who are into photography as a hobby and i thought i was alone. Anyone in NorCal who are into landscape, nature and wildlife? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted March 17, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 17, 2012 Well, i'll trade you straight up the J1 for the D7000 then you can give your wife a nice present for St. pattys day hahahahahahahahahaha! Add about $4k for my random lenses, batteries, filters, etc. and we have a deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djmodifyd Posted March 18, 2012 Report Share Posted March 18, 2012 hahahahahahahahahaha! Add about $4k for my random lenses, batteries, filters, etc. and we have a deal. I'll give u 10 dollars No? Fine...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShopVac Posted March 19, 2012 Report Share Posted March 19, 2012 (edited) I'm running the older brother to the D7000, the D90. I've had it for a few years and love it. Photoshop, Photomatix, Topaz and Lightroom are a must IMO. Here are a few of mine taken over the years... Edited March 19, 2012 by ShopVac Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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