Just bought a camera....
10-28-2008, 12:38 AM
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Finally broke down and bought an SLR:
http://imaging.nikon.com/products/imaging/...r/d80/index.htm
Did a lot of research, talked with a few guys that are professional photographers, and the D80 was highly recommended. Bought that a 18-135mm Zoom Lens, and a Hoya lens filter kit.
The next step...learn how to take good pictures. LOL. J9 is really good, I just need a lot more practice I think.
http://imaging.nikon.com/products/imaging/...r/d80/index.htm
Did a lot of research, talked with a few guys that are professional photographers, and the D80 was highly recommended. Bought that a 18-135mm Zoom Lens, and a Hoya lens filter kit.
The next step...learn how to take good pictures. LOL. J9 is really good, I just need a lot more practice I think.
10-28-2008, 01:21 AM
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Congratilations and welcome to the DSLR world. I have a Canon Xti. Its not on the same level as yours but owning one of these cameras has made me learn so much about photography that now I'm really comfortable taking photos. Stay away from flash photography until you get a good grasp of all the manual settings.
Good luck and learn learn learn!!!
Good luck and learn learn learn!!!
10-29-2008, 01:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Rob x-7' post='910762' date='Oct 28 2008, 04:09 PM
I had to check the posting dates myself!
how much was all that camera hooplah? like $1g?
how much was all that camera hooplah? like $1g?
For just the basics, its under a grand. But, I still could use additional lenses, filters, tripod, a bag.
It all costs money...hahah
10-29-2008, 05:37 AM
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Nice rig!
Damn! They've got a zoom that goes as wide as 18mm? That's pretty cool.
Edit: Hmmmm. Is it this one?
"Nikon is pleased to announce the introduction of the AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED, a compact, lightweight 7.5x zoom lens. Boasting a range of state-of-the-art optical technologies, this new lens offers outstanding performance at a remarkably affordable price.
The AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED features Nikon ED glass, aspherical lens elements and SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for enhanced performance. With a focal length range of 18-135mm, the lens is suitable for a wide variety of shooting situations; from sports, action and portraits to wide-angle landscapes. The picture angle is equivalent to a 27-202.5mm lens in the 35mm format."
Equivalent to a 27mm in 35 mm format. Not so impressive as I thought, and a tad slow. Still a nice piece, though.
Damn! They've got a zoom that goes as wide as 18mm? That's pretty cool.
Edit: Hmmmm. Is it this one?
"Nikon is pleased to announce the introduction of the AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED, a compact, lightweight 7.5x zoom lens. Boasting a range of state-of-the-art optical technologies, this new lens offers outstanding performance at a remarkably affordable price.
The AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED features Nikon ED glass, aspherical lens elements and SWM (Silent Wave Motor) for enhanced performance. With a focal length range of 18-135mm, the lens is suitable for a wide variety of shooting situations; from sports, action and portraits to wide-angle landscapes. The picture angle is equivalent to a 27-202.5mm lens in the 35mm format."
Equivalent to a 27mm in 35 mm format. Not so impressive as I thought, and a tad slow. Still a nice piece, though.
10-29-2008, 04:56 PM
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The lens is good for what I need right now. Eventually, I want this:
http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?sk...mp;tab=descript
http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?sk...mp;tab=descript
10-29-2008, 04:58 PM
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Originally Posted by cymfc3s' post='910825' date='Oct 29 2008, 05:56 PM
The lens is good for what I need right now. Eventually, I want this:
http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?sk...mp;tab=descript
http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?sk...mp;tab=descript
Now that's a nice wide-angle lens.