Camera

I’m looking into buying an expensive camera and I noticed for nikon they offer a 12-megapixel digital camera for $100 dollars less then a 10.2-megapixel SLR camera.

Since I am Pretty much a camera newbie and really only know the higher the megapixel the better the picture, so my question is what is the difference between the two that I am missing here.

Which do you believe is the better buy?

There is a massive difference in the quality of photos and video when you compare compacts with fixed lenses (regardless of price or brand) and dSLRs. The main reason is the image sensor size not the pixel count.

You can ignore pixel counts because they don’t mean better quality images. A 10 megapixel compact and a 10 megapixel dSLR are very different. The image sensor in a compact is so small, that it would take 12 or more of them to cover the image sensor in an entry level dSLR.

That larger image sensor has less noise, can take cleaner shots in low light, has better dynamic range, detail, color and contrast when compared to the tiny sensor in a compacts, or the even smaller sensors used in cell phone cams.

You can also get compact-ish cameras with large image sensors like the Sony NEX line, 4/3rds cameras from Olympus and Panasonic and the new 1 series from Nikon like the J1. So you are paying for the image sensor, that’s the big difference.

So if video and photo image quality, speed etc is your top priority go with any kind of camera with a large image sensor. If compact size and low cost are your priority, just get a cheap compact.

I have $200 for a nice, cheap SLR camera. I want it to be digital and easy to figure out how to use because I am a beginner photographer. I just need it for taking photos of people and clothing for my hand made clothing projects. It doesn’t need to have any crazy settings or a perfect lens. What kind of camera would you suggest? And where would I find one for my price range? Thanks!

The cheapest new DSLR costs $500.

I’m just wonderin but how long can an slr camera go without charging for? I’m just borrowing an slr but my friend wasnt able to tell me a lot about using it (just gave me the camera, and cord)
also, the slr camera that I’m using isn’t turning on, does this mean that it needs battery/replacement? It was working before but it didn’t after I used it for 2 weeks.

Most are 500 – 1000 shots with no Live View and no flash. That depends on your model and you could’ve told us. Or is it an SLR and not DSLR?

If it’s an SLR, then the battery can last for a really long time, like more months. What type of battery does it use? If it doesn’t turn on then you need to replace the battery, indeed. Google for your camera and find out what battery it uses.

Okay. Well i want to get into photography and i want to start by taking pictures of skateboarders.. I have a camcorder but i need an upgrade my question is what is the best slr camera and what is the best video camera? My budget is $100-$200.

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I’m planning on getting a camera, but am not so sure if I should get a SLR or a camcorder. Specifically, what kind of camera should I buy for $900 and lower? I need a camera that is durable, a Canon, Nikon, Sony, has optical zoom, HD, and auto focus. It needs to be able to take good "professional" pictures and videos. Thanks much for all the help!

No idea what medication fhotoace is on, but he hasn’t got a clue about Sony’s as usual…

The Sony A33 and A55 dSLTs absolutely DO have a viewfinder! It is a 100% coverage electronic view finder. They have the fastest auto-focus in video, MUCH faster compared to s-l-o-w Nikon dSLRs. The A33 and A55 are the same as dSLRs, separating them out is silly as they still have a mirror, but it is simply translucent and fixed rather than flipping up.

Nikon aren’t as good as Sony in video (nobody is), fhotoace struggles to recommend them because he doesn’t know anything about them, he is a Nikon guy.

Have a look at the Sony A55, it uses the same SONY sensor as used on the Nikon D7000, a fact that the Nikon boys are always slow to admit to…

If you can put up with manual focus, Canon dSLRs are excellent for video.

I’m looking for suggestions on what type of digital SLR camera I should buy. I’m a beginner and would mainly be using the camera to shoot pictures of football games but other things too such as everyday pictures or vacation pictures etc. I’ve used both a canon and nikon camera but i’m looking for suggestions on which camera i should start out with and what type of lens i would need to shoot quality pictures at a football game. My price range is no more then 700. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

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I’ve just recently decided to get into photography, and am saving up to buy a digital SLR camera. I don’t want to completely blow all my money on it and splurge, but I want a nice camera that’ll get the job done. Most of the shots I’m gonna take will be around the small, colonial town I live in .. so either in front of old buildings, in fields, in the woods, etc.

Any suggestions for this rookie photographer?
Thanks, guys!

I would buy either a pentax, nikon, or canon. Each will have different offerings and features in your price point and all make good cameras. Go to a store where you can see them all and pick the one you like best. If you go with nikon or canon, buy the 50mm 1.8 or 1.4 lens. You will love it.

I’ve just recently decided to get into photography, and am saving up to buy a digital SLR camera. I don’t want to completely blow all my money on it and splurge, but I want a nice camera that’ll get the job done. Most of the shots I’m gonna take will be around the small, colonial town I live in .. so either in front of old buildings, in fields, in the woods, etc.

Any suggestions for this rookie photographer?
Thanks, guys!

I would buy either a pentax, nikon, or canon. Each will have different offerings and features in your price point and all make good cameras. Go to a store where you can see them all and pick the one you like best. If you go with nikon or canon, buy the 50mm 1.8 or 1.4 lens. You will love it.

I’ve just recently decided to get into photography, and am saving up to buy a digital SLR camera. I don’t want to completely blow all my money on it and splurge, but I want a nice camera that’ll get the job done. Most of the shots I’m gonna take will be around the small, colonial town I live in .. so either in front of old buildings, in fields, in the woods, etc.

Any suggestions for this rookie photographer?
Thanks, guys!

I would buy either a pentax, nikon, or canon. Each will have different offerings and features in your price point and all make good cameras. Go to a store where you can see them all and pick the one you like best. If you go with nikon or canon, buy the 50mm 1.8 or 1.4 lens. You will love it.

I’ve just recently decided to get into photography, and am saving up to buy a digital SLR camera. I don’t want to completely blow all my money on it and splurge, but I want a nice camera that’ll get the job done. Most of the shots I’m gonna take will be around the small, colonial town I live in .. so either in front of old buildings, in fields, in the woods, etc.

Any suggestions for this rookie photographer?
Thanks, guys!

I would buy either a pentax, nikon, or canon. Each will have different offerings and features in your price point and all make good cameras. Go to a store where you can see them all and pick the one you like best. If you go with nikon or canon, buy the 50mm 1.8 or 1.4 lens. You will love it.