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I am thinking about getting a better digital camera. I have been hearing alot about Nikon's. Can someone recommend a good Nikon. Say $350 or under price range? Thx.
 
Anal1 said:
I am thinking about getting a better digital camera. I have been hearing alot about Nikon's. Can someone recommend a good Nikon. Say $350 or under price range? Thx.
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My wife has the Coolpix 5100 and its a great camera. You can get it these days for $300 or less. I prefer to use DSLR Nikons and have a D70 and D300. You really can't go wrong with Nikon or Canon. I like Nikon. Good luck with whatever you choose.
 
Coolpix are good camera's then a? I have a Kodak right now but pics are fuzzy. I want to get something better. I'll check into it. Thx.
 
I Love my D40X



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Canon XT or XTi. Great DSLR for the price. I have one, Im selling it, but its still a great camera. Im just moving up in the photography world and I need something more capable. But for the $ the XT is awesome. You can pick one up for around 350.
 
2 things.....



1. If you don't plan to get into photography and just want a good camera to take nice pictures, don't waste your time with a DSLR (in my opinion). Basically if you usually shoot in auto mode, then there is no point in getting a DSLR since you won't be using any of it's benefits.



2. If you do plan to get into photography as well and look at a DSLR then you need to do some research as both the D40 and D60 have advantages, and the XT/XTI has their own advantages. Both have some things the other's don't it's just which matters most to you.



It really sounds like a DSLR is more than you need. The Canon Powershot series is excellent for Point and Shoot cameras. I had an A620 and it took some great quality, really crisp and vibrant photos. My wife now uses this camera and really likes it. And don't think that I'm recommending the Powershot cause I'm a Canon guy......I'm not. I use all Nikon (D70s and a bunch of lenses).
 
I would recommend any Canon Powershot or Panasonic FZ with Lumix glass. Stay away from a DSLR unless until you want or are ready to spend $1000+ and actually want learn to use it outside the auto modes.



I have a Canon 40D, a Panasonic FZ-30 as a backup and a Powershot for those times when I need a camera that fits in my pocket.
 
Nikon and Canon are like Ford and Chevy... mostly the same features and quality and it is a brand choice. What I can share is a website that I have used several times before purchasing my 4 cameras... Digital Camera Reviews and News: Digital Photography Review: Forums, Glossary, FAQ It may not be a "choose this one" type site, but you will get all of the details you need and can compare models and brands side by side which is always nice. Good luck!



EDIT: Ok so I didn't realize until I posted this that the link I provided was said before (sorry jswift2000 GO HUSKIES I born in New Haven), but still that site is worth mentioning twice.
 
I've used Canon and Nikon, and I love 'em both. Point & shoot and DSLR are really two different animals, though. Unless you want to commit ample time, energy, and money....I'd recommend sticking with point & shoot.



I love my D80, and after a year of on & off reading, practicing, experimenting, etc., I'm finally getting confident on it. It was my first excursion into DSLR, and I am totally hooked. Unfortunately, I needed another hobby/passion like I needed another (insert body part of choice here). If you approach other things in life like you do detailing, be ready to have more of your time disappear.



So...point & shoot. I bought my wife a Nikon S52 for Christmas last year. She loves it and it produces outstanding images. This made it easy for me last month when I needed to replace my trusty but battle-worn Canon A500. I went with a Nikon S600 and have been very impressed. Huge LCD, great battery life, awesome sensor, good optical zoom, terrific vibration reductions, and all the scenes/shooting modes you could ask for. In a nutshell, like many other good cameras on the market, you can just power it on and take great pics, or you can pretty easily manage low-light, fast-action, and most other difficult scenarios you may face.
 
Whatever you do, make sure and invest in a big sturdy tripod. The best camera in the world won't do you any good if you shake too much when shooting.
 
Mindflux said:
Whatever you do, make sure and invest in a big sturdy tripod. The best camera in the world won't do you any good if you shake too much when shooting.
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Generally, this is true. However, the VR (or IS if you're a Canon fan) realistically takes that out of the equation. If you're doing low-light stuff, where the shutter is open for a long time, a decent tripod - and even a remote shutter switch - is invaluable.
 
CleanGSR said:
1. If you don't plan to get into photography and just want a good camera to take nice pictures, don't waste your time with a DSLR (in my opinion). Basically if you usually shoot in auto mode, then there is no point in getting a DSLR since you won't be using any of it's benefits.
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To me one of the biggest advantages to a DSLR is the bigger sensor, which means better low light performance and a lot less noise in images. And you gain this benefit in auto mode too ;)



The real difference to me is whether you want a camera that is pocketable or not. And if you are willing to spend the asking price of a DSLR. Modern DSLR's works fine in auto mode, and one can just explore the features gradually.



And there's really no need for a tripod for most uses. Just about any camera can be set to continous shooting, so when you aim for a shot, you hold the shutter down for 3 shots or so, this way you'll almost always get one that is sharp.
 
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