Type of camera/lens/accesories : DSLR camera
Budget : just surveying first. Maybe below 5k
Your Location : KL or Seremban
Preferable brand : Canon
Type of photography u want to do : Scenaries, People
Any specific models in mind? : Canon EOS 650D
Any specific features u want? : Just user friendly and easy to use.

Surveying DSLR for my gf. Is ths Canon EOS 650D suitable to be used by beginners?

I see Canon website showing EOS 650D (body) selling at RM2599. Just the body is enuff? Or do I need to buy a better Lens to match it?

Sorry for the noob question. Noe not much about DLSR.

This post has been edited by briantwj: Mar 31 2013, 02:42 PM

Hi all,
My canon IXUS DC had gone bad, need to change another DC:
Type of camera: Nikon or Sony compact DC
Budget : Below RM1k
Your Location : Penang, butterworth
I am not good in photograph, but I willing to get a DC with best photo's quality. Here are the model I surveyed:
Nikon L820, Nikon S6300, Nikon S3500, Sony DSCXW X100/B, Sony DSCXW 50/B
Seek for opinion from the expert. Thanks upfront!

Mind sharing what is your current DSLR and lens lineups?
or this is your 1st?

That's a pretty high budget for a beginner
Yeah I guess the 650D would be a good choice with the touch screen feature.
But since its not an entry-level DSLR, you might need to stick to Program mode for starters. But since its not an entry-level DSLR, there is more space for improvement and convenience once you get the hang of taking shots.. it all depends on how interested you are in photography..
Still, if your gf is only interested in taking snapshots, it might be better to get a mirrorless camera, at least its lighter

"Body" means without lens, you're going to need a lens for the camera to work
The kitlens that come with the camera would be a good pick

I would recommend an Olympus XZ-1 or a Canon S100/S110 for around your budget, pretty good camera
But if strictly Nikon, perhaps it'll be good to save a bit more for a Nikon P310?
Don't really know much about Sony cameras But the Tx-66 seemed to be within your budget

Hmmm...mirrorless camera is also known as interchangeable-lens camera?

Currently eyeing on this model.
http://www.canon.com.my/personal/products/...languageCode=EN

And what do you mean by it is not an entry-level DSLR? It is listed as for beginners in Canons website. It means based on your experience, this camera is also capable to be considered as semi-professional?

This post has been edited by briantwj: Apr 1 2013, 01:00 AM

Type of camera/lens/accesories : [Waterproof] Compact-Digital camera with interchangeable lens.
Budget: Less than <RM1000
Your Location: KL/Selangor
Preferable brand : Branded!
Type of photography u want to do : Wide angle + Underwater
Any specific models in mind? : Something like Sony Nex design but waterproof?
Any specific features u want? v
1. Waterproof
2. Interchangeable lens
3. Not to bulky like an DSLR

You're gonna be hard-pressed to find an interchangeable lens camera that's waterproof (none actually comes to mind).
Weather-proof there are a few (Panasonic GH3, Olympus OM-D EM-5, Pentax K-30 etc), but these definitely won't fit your budget (way more than 1k).

Waterproof, quite a few too (Sony, Olympus, Panasonic, Nikon etc), but these are mainly Compact Cameras.
With a 1k budget, take a look at the Waterproof compacts.

Some links to start you off with:
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2366987,00.asp
http://waterproof-camera-review.toptenreviews.com/
http://www.trustedreviews.com/the-best-wat...f-2011_round-up

Sample US Pricing (from Amazon):
http://www.amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&node=3350171

since mirrorless camera cant really be waterproof besides using casing, then I will just go for compact type.
Handy when I need it too.

I look around the net already, Olympus camera famous for being tough. Panasonic is playing good on waterproof too, but I doubt on Sony brand

Sony design all look like the same LOL...

Olympus Toughs are usually the best waterproof/shockproof/freezeproof in the market, can't really go wrong with them
And the performance is pretty good as well when compared to similar compacts from other brands

so choosing olympus is better than panasonic and sony?
what about its size? seems like olympus is larger than panasonic and sony.

I guess the problem with Sony's waterproof cameras is the sliding mechanism... get any small sand particles or debris inside and slide, then you can kiss the metalic paint bye bye
Don't expect rugged cameras to be "thin and light" la haha
Perhaps you can take a look at the Olympus TG1.. I've read some of the reviews and this one seemed to be the best among the competition

Yeah, those are small digital-cam-like cameras which are capable of lens changing, and also rival certain DSLR in terms of performance

Its sort of for new-and-medium-leveled beginners' choice I guess haha That camera is no slouch
It doesn't really matter what's the categorization of the camera if its used only to take normal, everyday photos, the skills of the photographer is the most important
If budget is not a problem, the 18-135 lens would definitely be better since it offers extra reach, but at the expense of portability lo (depends on how much your gf is willing to carry).. go to shops and try out the thing 1st before making the purchase

olympus TG1 is like the best and first choice for me for the brand olympus but price exceed RM1000 already

alrite, thx for the info.

There are older and cheaper variants right?

doesnt seem like an option to me. Had to increase my budget...

Help? No reply yet so far trying to get help so that I can make my decision a.s.a.p. Thanks

If you're looking at "Mirrorless" cameras, there are quite a few from companies such as Sony, Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Panasonic and Fuji.
Generally companies such as Sony (NEX series), Canon (EOS M), Nikon (1 series) and Fuji (X series) utilize a larger sensor such as the APS-C (from Sony).
Olympus (PEN and OM-D) and Panasonic (GH, G, GF, GX series) follow a standard known as Micro Four Thirds which utilizes a slightly smaller sensor (rumored to be made by Sony too).
What most of them (most not all) have in common is that they also support Interchangeable Lenses.
(I'm personally not too familiar with Samsung, so can't help much there)

Not sure about pricing in Penang tho'
You can get pretty good bargains in Lowyat (both forum and Plaza), Digital Mall or outlets such as Boeing, YL Camera etc...

I like mirrorless cams as they're smaller compared to DSLRs (I normally go out with a small messenger bag/satchel).
I'm personally partial to the Micro Four Thirds standard as it's quite small, pretty good in low light and have some excellent prime lenses.
I use both the Olympus OM-D and Panasonic G5.

I've also heard good things about Fuji's excellent IQ (Image Quality), Nikon's fast AF (AutoFocus) (but a lot of drawbacks), Sony's fast AF and IQ (but not so great on lens range).
There are some pretty sub 1.5k deals on the Sony NEX F3K, Panasonic GF/GX and Olympus (older) PEN series.
I've heard that the EOS M is dog-slow and that one should steer clear of it.

Of course the newer range of mirrorless cameras can be a bit pricy (not too far from DSLR pricing).
If you're willing to go a generation older or go for the ones without a ViewFinder, the pricing can be lower.

Some links to help you with:
http://www.ephotozine.com/article/top-10-b...m-cameras-19376
http://blog.chasejarvis.com/blog/2013/01/d...ss-of-them-all/
http://www.cameralabs.com/buyers_guide/mir...ss_camera.shtml
http://www.digitaltrends.com/best-mirrorle...thirds-cameras/

I'm by no means an expert on mirrorless..

YMMV...

HTH...

hi everyone, i need advice to buy compact camera for my technical staff plz advice me:

Type of camera/lens/accesories : compact camera easy to carry
Budget: rm 300-400 each -need to buy to my technical staff
Your Location: Terengganu but can come to kl to buy
Preferable brand : nikon, canon, sony, or any plz advice me
Type of photography u want to do : for normal working purpose like taking progress picture for construction work, for report purpose, NCR purpose...

Any specific models in mind? : no idea...
Any specific features u want? : good for construction industry

Thank you everyone...if possible tell me where the shop that i can go to buy the camera?tq