Beginner DSLR - good deal for Rebel XT?
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I'm looking to take some nicer photos of the Z - night shots, long exposure, HDR, etc. I don't want to spend too much, but $400 seems pretty good for an entry level DSLR. Would this be a good route for my first non-point and shoot? I don't plan on getting too into photography since the Z is enough of a money waster, so would I be better off spending $250 on a camera w/ built in lens that still has a lot of the manual settings?
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I'm looking to take some nicer photos of the Z - night shots, long exposure, HDR, etc. I don't want to spend too much, but $400 seems pretty good for an entry level DSLR. Would this be a good route for my first non-point and shoot? I don't plan on getting too into photography since the Z is enough of a money waster, so would I be better off spending $250 on a camera w/ built in lens that still has a lot of the manual settings?
Any info would be appreciated - thanks!
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If you don't plan on getting to much into photography, I would suggest a Canon S5 IS. It is a point and shoot but it has some nice features that are common in DSLRs. It will allow you to do all the types of picture you want to do. You also have the ability to add wide angle and telephoto lenses. Then practice practice practice.
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If you don't plan on getting to much into photography, I would suggest a Canon S5 IS. It is a point and shoot but it has some nice features that are common in DSLRs. It will allow you to do all the types of picture you want to do. You also have the ability to add wide angle and telephoto lenses. Then practice practice practice.
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...&modelid=15207
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/co...&modelid=15207
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i think, Dslr are much better then Point and Shot camera,
well at least it would let you shot some "Creative" photo,
for me i think point and shot camera are more for ever day photo.
well at least it would let you shot some "Creative" photo,
for me i think point and shot camera are more for ever day photo.
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hmmm, I just sold my XTi. I also bought a Sigma 24-200 IS lens (forgot the exact one but it was like $500+). Then I started lusting after some other lenses. Everybody says this and it's easy to dismiss, but the body is somewhat inconsequential and probably the least of your budget concerns. It seems that most real serious photogs (just at the obsessed hobby level) have at least 2x or 3x, sometimes 4x more invested in glass. I just couldnt commit to the hobby on that level and felt like I wasnt able to do some things I wanted with it.
Plus I found carrying/lugging around a DSLR wasnt for me. And people dont react well to spontaneous/candid shots with a DSLR.
Last month I picked up a canon G10 for $375. And they were even a few bucks cheaper last week. And there are some G9s floating around at the $300 mark (maybe even your 250 mark). You can use 2x tele and wide lens (which dont come close to DSLR quality) so you have alittle flexibility. But, you will have a great lens with all the manual controls you need to learn and understand all the aspects of photography.
The ISO/exp controls on the G10 are just so easy to use. And it really encourages you you to learn more. It also has a Neutral Density filter built in.. and a remote jack, and a flash shoe. And does bracketing for HDR. Its got a lot going for it. I'm loving mine.
another option (assuming you set your expectations accordingly), is an inexpensive last gen Digic II Canon running CHDK firmware. Seriously, its awesome. I have a A710 IS, maybe 150 street value, that with CHDK running will do some amazing things. Bracketing, super long exposure... motion detection, timelapse, lightning triggered shooting, RAW, expanded ISO settings.. and so much more.
http://chdk.wikia.com/wiki/CHDK
see the right side for cams supported. It doesnt actually alter the camera in anyway, just cycle the power and its back to canon firmware
The S5 IS is mentioned above. thats a great P&S cam if the size doesnt bother you. Plus, I *think* CHDK is running on it. its not running on the G10 yet.. but is running on the G9
Plus I found carrying/lugging around a DSLR wasnt for me. And people dont react well to spontaneous/candid shots with a DSLR.
Last month I picked up a canon G10 for $375. And they were even a few bucks cheaper last week. And there are some G9s floating around at the $300 mark (maybe even your 250 mark). You can use 2x tele and wide lens (which dont come close to DSLR quality) so you have alittle flexibility. But, you will have a great lens with all the manual controls you need to learn and understand all the aspects of photography.
The ISO/exp controls on the G10 are just so easy to use. And it really encourages you you to learn more. It also has a Neutral Density filter built in.. and a remote jack, and a flash shoe. And does bracketing for HDR. Its got a lot going for it. I'm loving mine.
another option (assuming you set your expectations accordingly), is an inexpensive last gen Digic II Canon running CHDK firmware. Seriously, its awesome. I have a A710 IS, maybe 150 street value, that with CHDK running will do some amazing things. Bracketing, super long exposure... motion detection, timelapse, lightning triggered shooting, RAW, expanded ISO settings.. and so much more.
http://chdk.wikia.com/wiki/CHDK
see the right side for cams supported. It doesnt actually alter the camera in anyway, just cycle the power and its back to canon firmware
The S5 IS is mentioned above. thats a great P&S cam if the size doesnt bother you. Plus, I *think* CHDK is running on it. its not running on the G10 yet.. but is running on the G9
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