[NathanMcMahon]

First one looks like it might be a wide angle converter. Second one looks like a reversible wide/tele converter. I think I have seen them usually mentioned with camcorders... But I don't really know a whole lot about them...

Yeah, after some research I figured out what it was. It'll be a decent companion piece to my Macro Lens.

[WhatRobEats]

I pulled the trigger on the T2i.

I kept looking and looking but I couldn't find a better deal than the one I got from adorama for $799.

Canon EOS Rebel T2i DSLR Black Camera Bundle with 18-55MM Lens, & EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Lens, Two- 58mm UV Filters - FREE: Red Giant Adorama Production Bundle for PC/Mac ($599.00 Value) ,Canon 100-EG Custom Gadget - Lexar 16GB 100x Platinum II SDHC Card


What do you say GAF did I do alright?

[Instigator]

I pulled the trigger on the T2i. I kept looking and looking but I couldn't find a better deal than the one I got from adorama for $799. Canon EOS Rebel T2i DSLR Black Camera Bundle with 18-55MM Lens, & EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Lens, Two- 58mm UV Filters - FREE: Red Giant Adorama Production Bundle for PC/Mac ($599.00 Value) ,Canon 100-EG Custom Gadget - Lexar 16GB 100x Platinum II SDHC Card What do you say GAF did I do alright?

Why not go mirrorless?

[Antiwhippy]

Finally got my M42 to nex adaptor. It's kind of a shitty cheap chinese adaptor that for some reason the ring for the screw mount is loose but some tape fixed it.

Now I can finally use my 50mm equivalent that can focus to 20cm.

[WhatRobEats]

Why not go mirrorless?

Because nobody responded to my post with a suggestion to check them out. They are pretty new to the market so I didn't know they existed until this post. After researching Canon does not have a mirrorless yet it seems.

I don't mind the larger body style of the mirrored DSLR that I decided on. If Canon puts something out down the road that interests me I could always pick one up so at least it is still an option for me.

[East Lake]

The t2i is a great starter camera. Camera tech won't be the thing holding you back from taking good photos anyway tbh. I really like Canon's UI too.

[Tonza]

I will be most likely changing my Fuji X100 to a mirrorless ILC.

The ones I've been looking at are Sony NEX-5n and Panasonic GX1. Im leaning towards the 5n because of the much better sensor. Also has anyone dared to test/get the Pentax K-01? I know it's kinda huge compared to the others but the sensor is nice and it has the K-mount.

[robertsan21]

Hi guys, I am kind of new to photography but I got myself a 600D from Canon and I am now looking for a good priced Telezoom lens for it.

I will be using it for film and photography on insects so it needs macro.

I am looking for a 250 up to 300mm telezoom lens for a good price.

Anyone got any buying advice ?

[Antiwhippy]

I will be most likely changing my Fuji X100 to a mirrorless ILC. The ones I've been looking at are Sony NEX-5n and Panasonic GX1. Im leaning towards the 5n because of the much better sensor. Also has anyone dared to test/get the Pentax K-01? I know it's kinda huge compared to the others but the sensor is nice and it has the K-mount.

Be prepared to expect not a great amount of lens selection if you're going for the NEX system. Messing around with adaptors is fun though.

[hyp3rlink]

I am looking for an adapter to connect my Nikon to the Celestron Nexstar telescope. Any suggestions? Thanks.

[tsurugi no mai]

I hate to be rude, but I'm really curious why you're asking and where those pictures care from.

That guy is the photographer for my favorite musician, and I just wanted to see what he was using.

But anyway, I need your help, GAF: I'm stuck between the Nikon D5100 and the Canon T2i. Which one should I get and why? I don't really care about video recording, I just want the best picture quality.

[tino]

That guy is the photographer for my favorite musician, and I just wanted to see what he was using. But anyway, I need your help, GAF: I'm stuck between the Nikon D5100 and the Canon T2i. Which one should I get and why? I don't really care about video recording, I just want the best picture quality.

It's like comparing Toyota to Honda.

Basically if you want wide angle, you go for Nikon; if you use telephoto more, you pick Canon.

Nikon also has slightly better flash system and build quility, but the bodies are more expensive.

[Danoss]

The best advice I've heard is "shoot what your friends shoot". You can get advice from them, and share gear if necessary.

I think the only real difference is if you want to shoot macro as a main focus. The Canon MP-E 65 is an incredible lens, purpose built for macro photography only. Outside of that, there really is no earth-shattering difference between the two.

If you're the only photography enthusiast amongst your friends, pick what you want. Go into a store and play with both of them, see how they feel in your hands. Some people don't like how one or the other feels in the hands or the placement of certain controls. The one that feels right and you find suits you best is the right choice.

Around the internet, Canon users will tell you to choose Canon and Nikon users will tell you to choose Nikon. Unless one brand has a specialised product that you need, like the aforementioned MP-E 65, or perhaps the Canon 60S body which is designed for astro photography, then it's really up to you.

As you could probably tell by my examples, I'm a Canon user, but I see some of the stuff Nikon has done and think "I wish Canon would do that". One example is not often required, but when it is you want it to be good: auto ISO; Nikon's implementation does a great job, Canon's, not so much. With some manipulation you can certainly make it work for you on a Canon body, but Nikon does it better in this case. Again, have a play around and see for yourself which is best for you, there is no wrong choice.

[tsurugi no mai]

The best advice I've heard is "shoot what your friends shoot". You can get advice from them, and share gear if necessary. I think the only real difference is if you want to shoot macro as a main focus. The Canon MP-E 65 is an incredible lens, purpose built for macro photography only. Outside of that, there really is no earth-shattering difference between the two. If you're the only photography enthusiast amongst your friends, pick what you want. Go into a store and play with both of them, see how they feel in your hands. Some people don't like how one or the other feels in the hands or the placement of certain controls. The one that feels right and you find suits you best is the right choice. Around the internet, Canon users will tell you to choose Canon and Nikon users will tell you to choose Nikon. Unless one brand has a specialised product that you need, like the aforementioned MP-E 65, or perhaps the Canon 60S body which is designed for astro photography, then it's really up to you. As you could probably tell by my examples, I'm a Canon user, but I see some of the stuff Nikon has done and think "I wish Canon would do that". One example is not often required, but when it is you want it to be good: auto ISO; Nikon's implementation does a great job, Canon's, not so much. With some manipulation you can certainly make it work for you on a Canon body, but Nikon does it better in this case. Again, have a play around and see for yourself which is best for you, there is no wrong choice.

It's like comparing Toyota to Honda. Basically if you want wide angle, you go for Nikon; if you use telephoto more, you pick Canon. Nikon also has slightly better flash system and build quility, but the bodies are more expensive.

Alright, thanks guys. I guess I'll head over to Best Buy and check them out.

[WhatRobEats]

That guy is the photographer for my favorite musician, and I just wanted to see what he was using. But anyway, I need your help, GAF: I'm stuck between the Nikon D5100 and the Canon T2i. Which one should I get and why? I don't really care about video recording, I just want the best picture quality.

These are the two cameras I was stuck between also. For a week I labored over the decision between these two. I looked over spec sheets, tried to find the same type of images shot with both cameras on similar settings. Scoured around the internet for reviews and pricing information.

In the end these guys are right. The differences between the two are so minute that it really is just pick what feels best to you. I ended up finding a great deal on a t2i with 2 kit lenses so I jumped on that one.

Guess I'm a canon guy now.

[Danoss]

Alright, thanks guys. I guess I'll head over to Best Buy and check them out.

Just quickly on picture quality, which you've mentioned is your main priority. With the current range of cameras being very good, this is determined mostly by one thing: lenses. Whilst your camera body is the determining factor in a number of things, they can be hamstrung by a poor quality lens.

Kit lenses are great for learning, considering the price paid for them in bundles offered by manufacturers, but they're quickly outgrown as their weaknesses present themselves. There's no harm in going with the kit lens, many of us started there, myself included, but bear in mind you're likely to want something a bit better not far down the track. This can be done relatively cheaply, depending on what you shoot most. I thought this would be something worth mentioning, but of course worry about which body suits you first.

[Pepto]

But anyway, I need your help, GAF: I'm stuck between the Nikon D5100 and the Canon T2i. Which one should I get and why? I don't really care about video recording, I just want the best picture quality.

The D5100 has a quite a bit better sensor than the Canon. I would pick the one you feel more comfortable with.

[Mudkips]

Is there an underwater enclosure for the D700 that:

1) Is actually available to buy
2) Doesn't cost more than the camera itself

?

[overcast]

I wasn't sure where else to ask this, but I've been interested in buying a camera. I'm relatively casual with it, so I was looking for a good one under $300.

[tsurugi no mai]

Man, I just got home and I don't know what to choose. I like them both, but I think I'm leaning towards the Canon. The Nikon is nice, but it seems like the color or something is off on the pictures. I can't describe it, but the Canon doesn't have it. I tried taking pictures of the same objects, and the Canon did a better job. I don't want to make the wrong decision. :( They both feel the same in my hands, so that's not an issue for me.

The D5100 has a quite a bit better sensor than the Canon. I would pick the one you feel more comfortable with.

How does this affect the pictures? Sorry, but I'm new to photography.

[tino]

I wasn't sure where else to ask this, but I've been interested in buying a camera. I'm relatively casual with it, so I was looking for a good one under $300.

A refub Canon S95.

[chaostrophy]

I wasn't sure where else to ask this, but I've been interested in buying a camera. I'm relatively casual with it, so I was looking for a good one under $300.

Olympus E-PL1 with 14-42 lens is $271 on Amazon right now. Great deal- large-sensor system camera at P&S price.

[phisheep]

Man, I just got home and I don't know what to choose. I like them both, but I think I'm leaning towards the Canon. The Nikon is nice, but it seems like the color or something is off on the pictures. I can't describe it, but the Canon doesn't have it. I tried taking pictures of the same objects, and the Canon did a better job. I don't want to make the wrong decision. :( They both feel the same in my hands, so that's not an issue for me.

It isn't like you'll be making an actually wrong decision whichever way you go. Like the rest of us, you'll get to know, understand and love the one you get (and maybe fend off allcomers who say otherwise!). They're both fine cameras to be going on with.

That said, if you're leaning towards the Canon then I'd go for it. I suspect the colour difference you mention is down to some obscure setting or other or how the particular white balance settings work - and in the end is probably not significant. On the other hand, if you're happier with what the Canon does out of the box you'll probably be more comfortable experimenting with it.

How does this [sensor] affect the pictures? Sorry, but I'm new to photography.

All sorts of technical guff boils down to the Canon has more pixels and the Nikon has bigger ones. Bigger pixels = more sensitivity to variations in light level, more pixels = more resolution traded off against diffraction effects.

APSC cameras kind of hit a buffer above around 14Mp where the extra pixels don't amount to much in terms of image quality.

But again, this is stuff you are scarcely likely to notice when starting out and with kit lenses. More important than the sensor and the body is the brain you put behind and the lens you put in front.

[Pepto]

How does this affect the pictures? Sorry, but I'm new to photography.

Basically the D5100 has less noise and bigger dynamic range (how dark and how bright light the camera can capture in a single photo).

[BlueTsunami]

In regards to the high resolution push you see now'adays, you should only really worry about pure resolution if you plan on printing above 8x10. I shoot constantly and I rarely print, unfortunately. I want to try and get nice large ones of my best photos in time though.

[overcast]

A refub Canon S95.

Olympus E-PL1 with 14-42 lens is $271 on Amazon right now. Great deal- large-sensor system camera at P&S price.

Okay. Thanks a lot for the recommendations guys. I am definitely going to check out that Olympus I think.

[Flo_Evans]

Man, I just got home and I don't know what to choose. I like them both, but I think I'm leaning towards the Canon. The Nikon is nice, but it seems like the color or something is off on the pictures. I can't describe it, but the Canon doesn't have it. I tried taking pictures of the same objects, and the Canon did a better job. I don't want to make the wrong decision. :( They both feel the same in my hands, so that's not an issue for me. How does this affect the pictures? Sorry, but I'm new to photography.

The factory settings on these cameras has a huge effect on the saturation, contrast, and white balance. The LCDs on the back are not the most accurate way to judge what the camera is actually capturing either.

[SnakeswithLasers]

My T2i just arrived!

I want to start doing some birding and my coworker recommended 300mm to start. Now, I'm on a SUPER constrained budget at the moment and really only want to spend ~$200 or so.

I know this is absurd, but it's my current constraint.

Does anyone have any recommendations between these:

http://www.amazon.com/Tamron-70-300m...6585923&sr=1-6
http://www.amazon.com/Sigma-70-300mm.../ref=pd_cp_p_0
http://www.amazon.com/Tamron-75-300m...585923&sr=1-11

[Lumix]

I want to start doing some birding and my coworker recommended 300mm to start. Now, I'm on a SUPER constrained budget at the moment and really only want to spend ~$200 or so. I know this is absurd, but it's my current constraint. Does anyone have any recommendations between these: http://www.amazon.com/Tamron-70-300m...6585923&sr=1-6 http://www.amazon.com/Sigma-70-300mm.../ref=pd_cp_p_0 http://www.amazon.com/Tamron-75-300m...585923&sr=1-11

I used to have the Tamron 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Macro lens. Ended up returning it after error code issues.
+ Lightweight, felt sturdy not flimsy
+ Decent macro capability.
+ Flare and ghosting was controlled.
- Purple fringing and CA.
- Slow & noisy auto focus, AF hunts at long end of zoom.
- Rotating front element.
- Frequent error codes after AI Servo usage (Canon EOS 60D).

My guess is that the other Tamron & Sigma lens is similar.


If macro is not a priority for you, I would recommend a used Canon 100-300 f/4.5-5.6 USM instead. This lens is within that price range.
http://www.adorama.com/US%20%20%20%20486458.html


Avoid all of the Canon EF 75-300 lenses.

[SnakeswithLasers]

I used to have the Tamron 70-300mm f/4-5.6 Macro lens. Ended up returning it after error code issues. + Lightweight, felt sturdy not flimsy + Decent macro capability. + Flare and ghosting was controlled. - Purple fringing and CA. - Slow & noisy auto focus, AF hunts at long end of zoom. - Rotating front element. - Frequent error codes after AI Servo usage (Canon EOS 60D). My guess is that the other Tamron & Sigma lens is similar. If macro is not a priority for you, I would recommend a used Canon 100-300 f/4.5-5.6 USM instead. This lens is within that price range. http://www.adorama.com/US%20%20%20%20486458.html Avoid all of the Canon EF 75-300 lenses.

I'm new enough to not know whether macro is something I'm really interested in. I know my partner will be taking a lot of food shots, so I was thinking macro would be a nice benefit for her. So, it's of course an advantage if we can get one lens that can do both birds and food.

[stldave2]

I preordered from B&H, Amazon, Schillers, Creve Couer Camera, & Ritz camera... Ritz was the first to pull through. Super pumped.

[Flo_Evans]

I preordered from B&H, Amazon, Schillers, Creve Couer Camera, & Ritz camera... Ritz was the first to pull through. Super pumped.

Congrats!

/currently trying to figure out where stldave is so I can steal his goodies...

j/k... maybe :P

[stldave2]

Congrats! /currently trying to figure out where stldave is so I can steal his goodies... j/k... maybe :P

I haven't even pulled the shutter yet, I'm just formatting all of my new 1000x cards like I'm a kid on Christmas lol

Good thing I turned of geotagging on my iPhone;)

[CrudeDiatribe]

Good thing I turned of geotagging on my iPhone;)

Too bad it's on your website ;)

[stldave2]

Too bad it's on your website ;)

Registered at different places... Let's not try to dox me!

[Flo_Evans]

Instead of buying some more lenses (and because I have been playing around with some busted borrowed ones) I am thinking about getting some high quality (ok entry level) studio lights.

It's pretty impressive what a large softbox with a powerful strobe can do compared to a speedlite.

I've been looking at this kit http://www.amazon.com/Elinchrom-D-Li...=IJ5S0SS0PAEOB as a starting place, seems nice but I have to admit the lighting world is a whole new arena of photography I don't really know much about.

[MRORANGE]

More Nikon D600 specs website admin say's this is 60% likely.



-39 AF points (with an option of 11 AF points)
-5 fps (same as the D700, the D800 has 4fps)
-2 SD card slots with Eye-fi support
-Build-in retouching images functionality
-Built-in flash with sync speed of 1/250s
-Two user settings: U1 and U2
-Fn button

-GPS
-HD video
-The sensor inside the D600 will probably be 24MP (made by Sony, modified by Nikon)
-The new camera will be marketed as an entry level full frame camera
-Auto DX crop mode
-In-camera RAW editor
-Built in time-lapse functionality
-Possibly with build-in HDR
-Possibly with integrated GPS
-New external battery grip
-To be released this summer
-The D600 will probably not have an internal AF motor, which means it will work only with AF-S lenses (just like the D3200 and D5100)
-The price of the D600 is rumored to be very low - maybe as low as $1500
-Announcement before Photokina (September 2012)
-One or more low-priced f/4 lenses will be announced with the D600. For example, Nikon recently filed a patent for a 24-70mm f/3.5-4.5 full frame lens which seems to be designed for a cheaper FX DSLR body



If this is is true then damn, it would be a great step up for APS-C users, I don't have any AF lenses so I can live without the AF motor.

[Antiwhippy]

If it's a sony sensor does it mean that sony is readying their own entry level full frame?

[UnluckyKate]

I haven't took pictures in a while. I dusted off my 7D for a job. Took two pictures and oh god it was beautiful as in the first days all over again. I need to take more pictures

[tino]

If it's a sony sensor does it mean that sony is readying their own entry level full frame?

If its Sony then Sony is make a 24mp FF sensor to cannibalize its own 24mp APC sensor market, which is huge. All Sony, Nikon and Pentax consumer DSLR will be using the NEX7 sensor for a while.

I am going out on a limb and keep calling it fake.

[Zyzyxxz]

If its Sony then Sony is make a 24mp FF sensor to cannibalize its own 24mp APC sensor market, which is huge. All Sony, Nikon and Pentax consumer DSLR will be using the NEX7 sensor for a while. I am going out on a limb and keep calling it fake.

Yeah I won't believe it until I see it. Just doesn't make sense unless Nikon is footing the entire development cost of it.

[captive]

The D3x has a 24mp sensor...

[Flo_Evans]

More Nikon D600 specs website admin say's this is 60% likely. If this is is true then damn, it would be a great step up for APS-C users, I don't have any AF lenses so I can live without the AF motor.

hmmmmm

My only problem is I have bought allot of AF-D lenses with so I could use them on my D7000/N80.

Also if the 39 AF point thing is true, its the AF sensor from the D7000, which while pretty good, is not that great in low light. Which would be the primary reason to upgrade to a full frame sensor for me...

[BlueTsunami]

In regards to the D600, where there's smoke there's fire :D Being a purely Manual Focus shooter I'd love a body that caters to this subset a bit but this is way out there thinking and would be absolute niche. But I want to reiterate what I said before that this would make sense in regards to Nikons line. D800 for those who approach photography like a larger format shooter to maximize the resolution, the D600 for a broader appeal.

[tino]

In regards to the D600, where there's smoke there's fire :D Being a purely Manual Focus shooter I'd love a body that caters to this subset a bit but this is way out there thinking and would be absolute niche. But I want to reiterate what I said before that this would make sense in regards to Nikons line. D800 for those who approach photography like a larger format shooter to maximize the resolution, the D600 for a broader appeal.

Yeah but you have to understand, Nikon make $1500 less from the D600. And they have to buy the FF sensor off Sony anyway. Plus they priced the D800 at 2999, not 3499.

[Horse Detective]

Gaf,

where could I buy a grey/light grey preferably backdrop, that is also a bit smaller?

I need something that can be used for self portraits.

[reilo]

A friend of mine asked me for recommendations about an entry level DSLR.

I told her she couldn't go wrong with either a T2i or T3i (I use a XTi from 2008).

Any other recommendations for a prosumer DSLR? Nikon? T2i versus T3i?

[BlueTsunami]

Yeah but you have to understand, Nikon make $1500 less from the D600. And they have to buy the FF sensor off Sony anyway. Plus they priced the D800 at 2999, not 3499.

That is true but I've always got the feeling that the $1500-$2000 price point was a bit wasted on APS-C. Its like (in regards to Canon) you've got low end Rebels, then the 60D and then the 7D. I believe FF can be split 50/50 with its own entry level line breaking the below $2K barrier. Plus with mirrorless cameras encroaching on DSLR sales a larger sensor would greatly differentiate things instead of uber APS-C DLSR bodies.

I agree though that it puts them in an awkward position trying to sell D800's at $3K and a hypothetical D600 at $1,500 but in a way it makes sense since people have been paying a premium for larger sensor for too long. Its always been a "who has enough balls to do this" in regards to an entry level FF body.

[phisheep]

A friend of mine asked me for recommendations about an entry level DSLR. I told her she couldn't go wrong with either a T2i or T3i (I use a XTi from 2008). Any other recommendations for a prosumer DSLR? Nikon? T2i versus T3i?

The usual suspects are Nikon's D3100/D5100 at the level you're talking about. Though I've heard a lot of good things about the Pentax k-somethings too.

As for T2i v T3i - basically the same thing except the T3i has what amounts to a $100 swivel screen, and being as I'm old-fashioned and use the viewfinder that's no use to me.

[GamePnoy74]

After three and a half months placing a pre-order...

...I finally get a shipping date notice on an Olympus OM-D E-M5 from Amazon.