QUOTE(Ezra86 @ Nov 18 2010, 07:37 PM)
Hi guys, I'm planning to get a DSLR... My FIRST cam of this range.. I'm a total noobie in this but I'm the type who loves and learns technology really fast.. Even with my 1.3MP compact last time I was already playing with ISOs, shutter speed and so on..
I'm planing to get Nikon 3100... Because 1) The budget suits me 2) Not too sure yet if I wanna take photography seriously (But will maximize my usage of any device, no white elephant syndrome), 3) Since I'm a noob, heard some people like this camera therefore after checking specs i got poisoned too..
I'm not at all familiar into the changing of lenses (yet) but I rather not change them at the moment. Just the basic kit will do.
My question: 1) Can some one tell me if this is a good choice (personally your experience)
2) Can someone give me alternative models similar to Nikon 3100, any brand... if possible state price and reason I should get it instead (if any)
3) I love Sony (fanboy), but why many people say its not good as a DSLR producer? Misconception or fact?
4) What else do I need with my DSLR? I love taking care of devices like a baby so let me know, eg: the cover thingy for the flash mount so on...
5) Will the camera be future prove? No need sooooo future proof, just reasonably.. And since this is my first, I'm not so sure what choices of lenses or accessory is abundant?
Thanks alot for the help... There is no rush to get it there for tell me if I should wait for models, or which is the best place to get one.. Fair? Shop? like that...
If you like Sony, then try sony A55 or A580. Sony A55 is the next gen DSLT
Sony produces decent DSLR/DSLT compared to Canon/Nikon. Don't be conned by people saying its not good. Try it yourself 1st before you go further in this field.
1st - D3100 lacks AF motor in body >"> Sony A55 would be better in that sense.
2nd - Sony A55, Canon 550D
3rd - Explained liao.
4th - Drybox. a good strap, bag but those are not seriously needed la. Just to add on bling2 >">
5th - Future proof? Welcome to DSLR land. Where nothing is future proof lol.
Best shop? Can't tell you any. I seek the lowest price from forumer/contacts. Fairs are not trustable lol.
QUOTE(matt_att @ Nov 18 2010, 07:55 PM)
seem like magnesium alloy and it is 39AF and video continue AF is the key point to make hard decision to give up 18-200 lens.
thanks brother.
Erm, the video AF got a bit slack btw lol. But yea. Magnesium Alloy for me is the catch, plus 39 AF points.
Added on November 18, 2010, 8:07 pmQUOTE(WiLeKiyO @ Nov 18 2010, 08:03 PM)
Any DSLR or Compact camera similar to Nex-3/5 ? Of course Price should be lower.
State budget, and people here will assist lol..
This post has been edited by chiahau: Nov 18 2010, 08:07 PM