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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

01/11/2005 10:55:42 AM · #3

just do it ;-)

Neil

Fujifilm X-T20

01/11/2005 10:59:48 AM · #4

Originally posted by Silver:

Pros and Cons? Not sure I should get one...

Pros:
Flexible shooting
Ability to shoot very wide angle with right lens

Cons:
Expensive to start acquiring good lenses
A lot to lug around with those lenses

You might consider some of the better superzoom compacts, like the Panasonic Z20. I bought the Canon S1 IS compact AFTER I bought my Rebel in order to have the advantages of zoom without the disadvantages of weight and bulk. But it was too late for the expense category!

01/11/2005 11:02:44 AM · #5

Originally posted by nshapiro:

Ability to shoot very wide angle with right lens

Actually, that would be a con to a dslr. On the rebel for example, a 10 mm lens becomes a 16mm lens -- which makes it really hard to shoot very wide angle.

Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

01/11/2005 11:03:45 AM · #6

I have two. Nice cameras. Sharp pictures. Easy to use.

I had and am having some trouble with my 1Ds, but I'm not sure most of that is not my own fault. I'm pretty rough on a camera. Canon fixes it right away, so I guess it's OK.

And the choice of great lenses...

SteveJ

Canon EOS-7D

01/11/2005 11:07:06 AM · #7

I don't have a DSLR yet, my poor old Fuji is 3 years old soon.

But I used Olympus, Pentax & Canon SLRs with various lenses and boy do I miss the flexibility and scope of interchangeable lenses.

I would snatch the arm off anyone who offered me a DSLR at a good price and not think twice about heavy camera bags, expensive lenses etc. With a realistic outlook, you can start with basics and build upwards. Buy good glass as you can afford it, the body may change a few times over the years, but the glass will match.

No hesitation here, DSLR every time! Good Luck with your choice!

Canon EF 55-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II USM

01/11/2005 11:08:20 AM · #8

Originally posted by deapee:

Originally posted by nshapiro:

Ability to shoot very wide angle with right lens

Actually, that would be a con to a dslr. On the rebel for example, a 10 mm lens becomes a 16mm lens -- which makes it really hard to shoot very wide angle.

With the 1Ds and the 1Ds Mark II it is no problem at all. No compensation ratio, low distortion and abberation. A 10mm on these DSLRs is still a 10MM.

orussell

Canon EOS Rebel T6s

01/11/2005 11:09:18 AM · #9

Lots of lenses, both Canon and third party to choose from. Course so does Nikon. Low noise with higher ISO, especially on the newer bodies...20D comes to mind.

01/11/2005 11:10:56 AM · #10

I didn't know that. Thanks.

Another way to look at the ratio in a good way is that the 300mm lens now becomes a monster 480mm lens (on the rebel anyway).

Canon PowerShot Pro 90 IS

01/11/2005 11:28:03 AM · #11

Originally posted by deapee:

I didn't know that. Thanks.

Another way to look at the ratio in a good way is that the 300mm lens now becomes a monster 480mm lens (on the rebel anyway).

See, I don't look at it that way either. It's more like a 300mm lens with a cropped image. You don't get the same DOF or subject compresion as you would with a 480mm lens. That is one of the reasons I waited as long as I did to buy a digital camera. I wanted a full frame sensor with a resolution that would be an improvement over film. The 1Ds was the first camera to meet that mark. I bought the Rebel later as a backup.

coolhar

01/11/2005 01:01:57 PM · #12

Originally posted by Silver:

Pros and Cons? Not sure I should get one...

What kind of photography are you planning on doing with your new camera? It's a big step from your A70 to an EOS. You may be happy with a prosumer model for a while before going all the way to a DSLR. If Canon suits your tastes either a Pro 1 or a G6 are worthy of consideration.

Zap228

Canon EOS-300D Rebel

Tamron SP AF 28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di for Canon

01/11/2005 01:08:09 PM · #13

<----- thats your answer ;)

jaredldr

Canon EOS-5D Mark III

Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II

01/11/2005 01:14:11 PM · #14

Originally posted by deapee:

just do it ;-)

you won't regret it...unless you look at the big hole left in your wallet :D

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

01/11/2005 01:15:18 PM · #15

Seriously, if you're into photography, just suck it up and get a rebel (or more obviously, if you can afford it) -- but remember, depending on what you want to shoot, a rebel and a wide array of high quality lenses will give you better results than a 1ds mark II with a crappy lens.

If you're anything like me, you'll feel silly for spending $400 or even $600 on a camera when you could have gotten the dslr for 500 more. I personally can't see myself saying the rebel isn't enough camera for me for a LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONG time. If I want some change, I'll get a new lens or a flash or something else. It's much more 'adaptable' to suit your needs if photography is really something you want to get into.

Neil

Fujifilm X-T20

01/11/2005 01:37:58 PM · #16

Originally posted by deapee:

Yes, but compared to a point and shoot, which is usually 35mm focal length, and at best I've seen, 27mm, it's an advantage!

I just ordered the 10-22mm lens. $719, and then $29 more for the hood, not to mention a 77mm B+W UV filter for $50! It adds up.

peecee

Canon EOS-5D

Canon EF 17-40mm f/4L USM

01/11/2005 01:39:06 PM · #17

Wish I was rich :(

gusto

Canon EOS-7D

Sigma 50-500mm f/4.0-6.3 EX APO RF HSM for Canon

01/11/2005 02:30:16 PM · #18

POOF! your rich ;)