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Post by Saknika on Jul 3, 2009 2:46:58 GMT -5
So what camera(s) is everyone shooting with? Do you like it? How about some pros and cons if you can think of any?
Personally, I use the Nikon D200, and I'm not too sure about it. I love Nikon, and the camera performs well, but the high ISOs produce a lot of noise, at least for me. The focus and operational controls work smoothly though, and so despite my ISO problem I do love it a lot. ;D
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Post by yokie on Jul 3, 2009 9:37:12 GMT -5
It's getting to be on the old side, but I'm still shooting with a D70. Noise is definitely an issue with higher ISOs but other then that it meets all my needs. 6.1MP isn't huge, but I've honestly not run into many situations where I needed to make massive enlargements. I love how the camera fits my hand, and all the controls are easy to use, and well placed. I'm still looking to upgrade somewhat soon, but I'm not sure to what...
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Post by Saknika on Jul 3, 2009 9:46:20 GMT -5
From what I've heard, the D70s work great when converted to be an infrared camera. So when you upgrade, do you think you'll convert at all?
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Post by comicIDIOT on Jul 3, 2009 14:58:34 GMT -5
Canon Digital Rebel XTi. In a few months I plan to add two T1i's to my arsenal. From what I've heard, the D70s work great when converted to be an infrared camera. So when you upgrade, do you think you'll convert at all? True story. Nikons are better infrared cameras than Canons, Sonys, Olympus, etc. because they either are more sensitive to the infrared light or process that wavelength better than other models. I was thinking of buying a Nikon D90 (or used D200) and convert it to IR but I don't want to invest in new lenses +/
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Post by danielazarc on Jul 7, 2009 1:14:38 GMT -5
I have a Fujifilm FinePix E900. It's not bad. It actually has a wide array of features and takes some high-resolution photos (nine megapixels I think), but when I get the money I'm thinking about looking into a better one. This I can see being used for mostly family and newbie photos, and while it has plenty of features, I have to mess with it to make it work right for the effects I'm trying to get.
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Post by Saknika on Jul 7, 2009 9:05:02 GMT -5
Learning on a camera like that is great though Artemis, because it really forces you to use the fundamentals of design, since you lack all the fancy gadgets of an SLR. I learned on the Nikon Coolpix something or other. It was a really early model, had a whole 5mp I think.
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Post by yokie on Jul 7, 2009 23:45:39 GMT -5
Canon Digital Rebel XTi. In a few months I plan to add two T1i's to my arsenal. From what I've heard, the D70s work great when converted to be an infrared camera. So when you upgrade, do you think you'll convert at all? True story. Nikons are better infrared cameras than Canons, Sonys, Olympus, etc. because they either are more sensitive to the infrared light or process that wavelength better than other models. I was thinking of buying a Nikon D90 (or used D200) and convert it to IR but I don't want to invest in new lenses +/ What kind of modifications do they require to shoot IR?
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Post by Saknika on Jul 7, 2009 23:49:05 GMT -5
Canon Digital Rebel XTi. In a few months I plan to add two T1i's to my arsenal. True story. Nikons are better infrared cameras than Canons, Sonys, Olympus, etc. because they either are more sensitive to the infrared light or process that wavelength better than other models. I was thinking of buying a Nikon D90 (or used D200) and convert it to IR but I don't want to invest in new lenses +/ What kind of modifications do they require to shoot IR? I'm going to refer you here, since this site seems to explain it very well and was referred to me by someone who has a converted camera. www.lifepixel.com/digital-infrared/faq.html#Whatexactlydoyoudotothecamera
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Post by ScottWood on Jul 8, 2009 23:52:50 GMT -5
I currently use 3 cameras on a very regular basis.
My primary body is a Nikon D200 with battery grip. I also have a IR converted Nikon D70s. My point and shoot is a Panasonic LX3.
As for glass, I typically keep my Nikon 18-200 on my D200 and I have a 18-55 on my IR camera. I also have a variety of other lenses, with a Sigma 10-20 on the very wide end and a Sigma 50-500 Bigma on the long end.
As for the D200, I regularly shoot up to ISO 400 with no need for noise reduction, but once I get up around ISO800 I have to start using something like Noise Ninja to get workable prints. Of course the other option for noisy shots is to convert to B&W.
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Post by Saknika on Jul 8, 2009 23:55:11 GMT -5
Wow, okay, if you're shooting up to ISO400 fine, I really ought to get mine looked at. Just gotta get Mom to help me fish out where the warranty information is stored, since she's the one who has it.
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