Budget DSLR's......talk to me!

Nik_L · Post by **Nik_L** » Sun Jul 14, 2013 8:16 pm

The Canon EOS 1100d is a VERY good camera for a beginner. Even in the hands of a pro it can give fantastic results. Brother has had his since Xmas, has bought umpteen extra's like bigger lenses etc and says he's is no where near using it to its full potential. Has learned alot from the photography forums etc.

The equivalent Nikon i think is the D3100.

Post by **indigolemon** » Mon Jul 15, 2013 10:26 am

lxstuart wrote:No idea what Nikons equivalent is.

Better

Post by **Ammo** » Mon Jul 15, 2013 10:36 am

I have the Canon 1000D it's been an excellent camera for the price, couple that with a 50mm prime and you can get some really good pics

I also have the 55-250mm and that's pretty good too

Only reason i'd upgrade is I'd like the ability to record videos

Shiny · Post by **Shiny** » Mon Jul 15, 2013 11:55 am

I really like my Canon 400D, I have 3 lenses and would like more. Obviously it has been superseded by new models, but Canon ticked all the right boxes for me.

But then again i also love my little Canon S100 which is smaller than a packet of fags.

First make sure you really want a DSLR and that it will be suitable for what you need. They are big and bulky and you will need to learn how to use to get the best out of. Putting it on "auto" and pointing and shooting will defeat the whole point of it. There are times when a little pocket camera has many more advantages due to size and convenience.

However, the versatility is fantastic, my DSLR takes much better pictures than my S100 in most situations, but i can still get some pretty good pictures from S100!

Rich · Post by **Rich** » Mon Jul 15, 2013 12:27 pm

I'm a Nikon man myself, but I've heard Canons are also decent. I definitely think you should buy a proper dslr over one of those hybrid cameras though - simply because of the ability to change or upgrade lenses, unless you don't see it becoming a proper hobby.

I don't think you can go wrong with any Nikon or Canon dslr really. Just be advised that all Canons (I think) and some of the entry level Nikon cameras require motorised lenses as the autofocus motor isn't built into the camera body, and this can increase the cost of lenses. If you can pick up a decent motorised camera body then you might same money on lenses in the long run.

Personally, the lack of an inbuilt autofocus motor doesn't bother me. I use a relatively entry level Nikon (D60) and have three different motorised zoom lenses, it has set me back about £700 altogether (buying brand new).

Post by **Doggo** » Mon Jul 15, 2013 12:37 pm

Don't know much about the current DSLR market and obviously Canon and Nikon are both great. Bit surprised no one has mentioned Sony - I only do so because I tried my brothers Alpha and found the handling (and results) probably the best of any camera I've used.

Supercharged 無限MUGEN BB1 Profile · Post by **nucleustylzlude** » Tue Jul 16, 2013 8:18 pm

To add to everyone's thoughts - I agree, they will all give you great results to learn on (I'm very much still/just learning). I bought a Nikon D5100 just before Xmas when my little one was born. Great camera for the money. Nikon have just brought out the next models in the range, so my D5100 is now superseded by the D5200, likewise the lower base model as mentioned was the D3100, but now D3200. You can still buy the older models, they are reduced everywhere. Mine was £7-800 retail when it was new, but I paid about £390 new from Amazon.

As suggested, wonder into Jessops and get a feel for them (I did). Then buy on the internet cheaper! No wonder they are going under!

Good luck.

Post by **Donald** » Tue Jul 16, 2013 8:24 pm

No wonder they are going under

^ this

The one near me closed. Every time I went in with film to process I got a free roll of film and a £5 voucher. Only cost a fiver to develop so they we're paying me to go there basically.

Haggle as well Rob, get some free jobby even if you don't need/want it and you can eBay it for money back

Shiny · Post by **Shiny** » Tue Jul 16, 2013 9:24 pm

Jessops wanted £400+ for my S100. Got it from Panamoz for less than £200.

Bought in the UK with a UK warranty etc, but shipped from Japan and got here in less than a week. Sorted.

nitin_s1 · Post by **nitin_s1** » Tue Jul 16, 2013 10:42 pm

Rob, I've got a Canon 550D body only for sale complete with box (manual, cables etc). Have a look on google. I can tell you that canon 550d is a real good DSLR to begin with.

I'll get a forsale thread up in the morning.