Hi people!
I'm a student who has developed an interest in photography since a year ago. I only have the Olympus u300 Digital consumer camera as my trusty companion, and would really like to take a step into the world of dSLRs
Honestly, I know nuts about the jargons of dSLRs, what type of lens for what occassion, how shutter speeds affect your shots etc. I know there's a lot that I have to read up, but I was thinking that it'll be better for me to try hands-on as I learn, cos I believe I'll get the hang of it faster. What I know is that I love photographing nature, especially the skies, trees and sunset, although I am thinking of learning more about taking potraits of everyday people too.
I've been reading around and narrowed my choices down to two: Canon's EOS350D and Nikon's D70 (or D70s, but from what I've read, realised tt there isn't much difference, save for the larger 2.0" screen, and the fact tt there's something less in the bundle).
From what I've gathered by reading through some threads in the forum:
Canon's EOS 350D: 8megapixels, small plastic-ky body (tho some pointed out it may be good for girls with small hands to handle; still, not v.steady), able to remember the last 'length' of zoom tt you've used after shutting it down, better vertical grip (what's this??), but some swear that it produces better quality pictures than Nikon's
Nikon's D70: 6megapixels, body feels solid enough, great bundled kit of lens, help menu available in the camera itself, not-very-good software, good results though!
From what my friend's 'shifu' photographer (who runs his own little photography business) told her, Nikon is the way to go, 'cos "its quality of lens is much better, while many people use Canon 'cos they have a blarddy (no offence!) good advertising team" LOL. When reading through some threads here, many people advised that either way is alright, cos they're both good cameras, and when u decide on one, it's a 'no turning back' kind of thing (unless got lotsa moo$ah) cos gotta invest in the lens and such.
So, what I gotta ask is:
1. Is EOS350D really a better camera (then Nikon's) for ultra-newbies like me who want to learn dSLR?
2. What type of lens should I get when I'm starting out?
3. How much is a new EOS350D+bundle selling for now, and what's in the bundle? What else is a must for me to buy?
4. I was thinking of buying it at PC Show 2005 at Expo on June 2-5, but is it better to shop around SimLim instead?
5. Which shops are reliable+have good offers?
6. Any advice for a dSLR newbie like me??
Thank you all very much for taking the time to read and reply!! *takes a bow and curtsies*
--Eunique ^_^
I'm a student who has developed an interest in photography since a year ago. I only have the Olympus u300 Digital consumer camera as my trusty companion, and would really like to take a step into the world of dSLRs
Honestly, I know nuts about the jargons of dSLRs, what type of lens for what occassion, how shutter speeds affect your shots etc. I know there's a lot that I have to read up, but I was thinking that it'll be better for me to try hands-on as I learn, cos I believe I'll get the hang of it faster. What I know is that I love photographing nature, especially the skies, trees and sunset, although I am thinking of learning more about taking potraits of everyday people too.
I've been reading around and narrowed my choices down to two: Canon's EOS350D and Nikon's D70 (or D70s, but from what I've read, realised tt there isn't much difference, save for the larger 2.0" screen, and the fact tt there's something less in the bundle).
From what I've gathered by reading through some threads in the forum:
Canon's EOS 350D: 8megapixels, small plastic-ky body (tho some pointed out it may be good for girls with small hands to handle; still, not v.steady), able to remember the last 'length' of zoom tt you've used after shutting it down, better vertical grip (what's this??), but some swear that it produces better quality pictures than Nikon's
Nikon's D70: 6megapixels, body feels solid enough, great bundled kit of lens, help menu available in the camera itself, not-very-good software, good results though!
From what my friend's 'shifu' photographer (who runs his own little photography business) told her, Nikon is the way to go, 'cos "its quality of lens is much better, while many people use Canon 'cos they have a blarddy (no offence!) good advertising team" LOL. When reading through some threads here, many people advised that either way is alright, cos they're both good cameras, and when u decide on one, it's a 'no turning back' kind of thing (unless got lotsa moo$ah) cos gotta invest in the lens and such.
So, what I gotta ask is:
1. Is EOS350D really a better camera (then Nikon's) for ultra-newbies like me who want to learn dSLR?
2. What type of lens should I get when I'm starting out?
3. How much is a new EOS350D+bundle selling for now, and what's in the bundle? What else is a must for me to buy?
4. I was thinking of buying it at PC Show 2005 at Expo on June 2-5, but is it better to shop around SimLim instead?
5. Which shops are reliable+have good offers?
6. Any advice for a dSLR newbie like me??
Thank you all very much for taking the time to read and reply!! *takes a bow and curtsies*
--Eunique ^_^