Forum: Photography


Subject: some advice, please, on buying a camera

Nevanna opened this issue on Jun 20, 2005 ยท 10 posts


Nevanna posted Mon, 20 June 2005 at 5:56 PM

I'm fairly new to photography in general, so I thought I would ask for some advice. :) I want to buy a digital camera--fairly quick shutter speed, decent picture quality. Mostly I am interested in being able to take nice pictures for use as digital textures--say, with Bryce. Also for use with reference shots. I'm not looking to spend a whole lot of money, although I would like a camera where I can exchange the types of lenses used. Is it possible to get something like that--say, used, maybe on keh.com, without spending a fortune? And, if so, any suggestions? Thanks! :) Nevanna

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cynlee posted Mon, 20 June 2005 at 8:02 PM

Attached Link: http://www.renderosity.com/messages.ez?Form.ShowMessage=2295447

a recent thread was posted at this link :] you'll find lots of good links & personal member recommendations (like cnet.com which will list by $ you want to spend) good luck!

DJB posted Tue, 21 June 2005 at 12:57 AM

The DSLR cameras that allow lens changes are a bit pricey.Most digital cameras are good for Bryce textures.You just have to get one with macro capability too. On the link cynlee provided you will find ample resources aiding a purchase.Glad you stopped by.

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tibet2004uk posted Tue, 21 June 2005 at 2:04 AM

Good luck with ur cam-hunt! ;)


Nevanna posted Tue, 21 June 2005 at 10:45 AM

Thank you, much appreciated. :)

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Radlafx posted Tue, 21 June 2005 at 9:59 PM

Attached Link: http://konicaminolta.com/products/consumer/digital_camera/dimage/dimage-z5/index.html

The dimage Z5 has a supermacro feature so you can get 1 CM close.

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tibet2004uk posted Wed, 22 June 2005 at 4:02 AM

But the Dimage Z5 is not a SLR! ;) And she says that she wants to buy a SLR which is a great idea if u ask me cos if she becomes hooked to photography she will regret not having bought a SLR in the first place! I know I do! :(


Radlafx posted Wed, 22 June 2005 at 10:26 AM

Attached Link: http://www.nikonusa.com/template.php?cat=1&grp=2&productNr=25216

How much are you willing to spend.

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tibet2004uk posted Wed, 22 June 2005 at 12:34 PM

Now that's a good question! Nevanna?? Still alive!? O_o


Larry-L posted Thu, 23 June 2005 at 6:18 PM

I just bought a Canon Rebel XT. From what I gather, it is one of the hotest cameras going and you can add all the lenses you want. From the reviews, it seems to have the best quality pictures going. You can check out a good review at http://www.dpreview.com/. I found the body on the net for $600.00. Great value, most prices are around 800-1000.