Are most people here using DSLR's?

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I was wondering wether everyone here uses SLRS or are there some who use bridge cameras or compacts?

I have a 35mmSLR, a compact digital and a bridge camera (Which I'm really enjoying).

Most of the chat sees to be around SLRS and I was just wondering wether this is a little too advanced for me.

I hope to purchase DSLR in the future but just now my skills dont require that level of capability.

MM
 
I have a bridge. (finepix s9600)..
in one way Im finding it really frustrating as the optics just arent the same and the pixel count is mes-leading..
However, having said that.. its really versatile with the macro / wide angle / and zoom all in one lens. I reckon I will still keep this cam when I upgrade to an SLR
 
was just wondering wether this is a little too advanced for me.
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There is some chat about fancypants cameras here, as there always will be when hobbies and toys come together.

But it's really mostly about the images and the people who make them. What you used to make the pictures is really just a tiny tiny part of it all. :)
 
I had a Fuji S7000 and I loved it.

Eventually I found myself limited by not being able to use a bigger range of focal lengths and I bought a Canon EOS400D.

I loved that too, and found the versatility very refreshing.

I now have a a couple of Canon DSLRs and a 35mm EOS ELan 7e.
 
Trev Rich said:
what did u notice the most after taking the step ab22?
did te images seem to have more clarity?
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Apart from the obvious change of being able to shoot at 17mm to 300mm with the lenses I bought, yes, the images appeared clearer, and the colours seemed to be truer.

I also made the step from shooting in JPG to RAW at the same time so I had much more control over the final image.
 
AB22 Easy Tiger said:
Apart from the obvious change of being able to shoot at 17mm to 300mm with the lenses I bought, yes, the images appeared clearer, and the colours seemed to be truer.

I also made the step from shooting in JPG to RAW at the same time so I had much more control over the final image.
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see the s9600 has the range from 10mm to 300mm but the clarity on subjects just isnt there.
I do shoot on raw though.. unless shooting an event where i need more pix lol
 
we use dslr,s but have a couple of p os ,s, and a kodak bridge type jobby. on hols on the bikes(yamaha and honda) , the kodak goes with us. "only " 6 megawotsits, but a great zoom, a few whistles n bells, and produces some great shots.
you dont have to spend huge amounts to enjoy photography.
 
My first camera was a HP407, which broke so I took the plunge and bought Nikon D50 (straight in at the deep end eh?). Now I still have the D50 and have added a D80 and have just bought a F60 from ebay, just waiting for the F60 to arrive before I start my experiment with film :).

Edit: forgot to say the mrs has a aps film camera which I've used from time to time, the less times the better though after using a DSLR
 
I have my Sony Ericsson K800i which I use as a party snapshot camera, my Canon EOS 1000fn 35mm film camera which I use fairly often for photography in college (I only use ilford HP5 and on occasion ilford XP2 - don't see the point in colour film :shrug::coat:)

and my main camera is my digital SLR, my Canon EOS 350d.
Love all my cameras for different reasons.
 
The 9600 is a capable camera and should give more than acceptable results.
Are you using too slow a shutter speed and getting "camera shake"?
Post some examples with exif data if poss and the guys will soon let you know.
 
Slipper-one said:
The 9600 is a capable camera and should give more than acceptable results.
Are you using too slow a shutter speed and getting "camera shake"?
Post some examples with exif data if poss and the guys will soon let you know.
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I know where you are coming from.. but its more than that.. you dont get a really good DoF unless in macro mode and overall the image (especially sports) just dont have the clarity..
see here
 
foodpoison said:
don't see the point in colour film :shrug::coat:)
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it's for when you want your pics in colour silly. ;)

I do agree though, of you're going to shoot film these days it has to be either so you can print it (and there's little fun in colour printing) or to see it on the light box.

We should probably stay off the subject of a scanned meduim or large format tranny film blowing any digi setup into the weeds. ;):lol:
 
I use a bridge camera !

Wont be upgrading to a DSLR anytime soon.
 
A dslr will give a shallower dof than a bridge/p&s at same apeture.

From todays travels (out pricing jobs ;) ),only test shots but, minolta D7 (bridge). Follow up one the Jolly boys day out to the Beacons.

I will try and post one from my dslr later, same scene. But for the moment here's one taken a few days ago.


1. Minolta D7 hoya R72 ir filter. (today)

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2. Sigma SD14 uv filter kit lens(today).
Quick process.

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Sorry had to get a graveyard in somewhere.


3. Sigma SD14 hoya R72 ir filter.

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Interesting discourse on cameras but I remember an experiment carried out in Amateur Photographer many years ago using a Pentax SLR and a Cosmic 35 and, given the same photographer, the pictures were difficult to distinguish between. It isn't the tool - it's the person using it that gets the results. I've used all sorts over the years but looking at some of the work on this site I still can't take anything even bordering on their quality but that doesn't stop me enjoying the hobby.
 
Definately agree that it's the photographer that makes the image not the camera. In my mind there are only 2 basic components of photographs:
  • Composition (the subject, it's location, its colours / shades, the focus point etc) and
  • Exposure (how much light for how long).

All an SLR really does is allow better and easier control over the exposure and what's in focus, the rest of the image is entirely down to the photographer. One of my top viewed images on Flickr was taken on my compact P&S (although that has some control over the exposure) - the rear view mirror sunset if anyone is interested.

Are you getting well composed images and are just scared of the perceived complexity of a DSLR or are you still trying to get your head round composition. I have to admit that I was daunted at first by the myriad of menus on the DSLR and I'm a geek :lol:
 
drifter said:
It isn't the tool - it's the person using it that gets the results. I've used all sorts over the years but looking at some of the work on this site I still can't take anything even bordering on their quality but that doesn't stop me enjoying the hobby.
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You couldn't be more correct, and of the best pictures I've taken, and sold, a good proportion were taken with the S7000, and some with a Finepix F420 pocket camera.
 
Memorymaker can you post example?

I sure mine could be a lot better, but then I'm not looking to please others only myself. If others like what I do then that's a bonus but they please me and that's what counts.
 
I use a 300d (dslr) and a Ricoh R7 (compact)

the 300d is used when i want to shoot raw (generally) and get a bit more control and the R7 is thankfully good enough to shoot the majority of things and gives me enough control to trust its results so i use it quite a lot.
 
Memorymaker said:
Hi

I was wondering wether everyone here uses SLRS or are there some who use bridge cameras or compacts?

I have a 35mmSLR, a compact digital and a bridge camera (Which I'm really enjoying).

Most of the chat sees to be around SLRS and I was just wondering wether this is a little too advanced for me.

I hope to purchase DSLR in the future but just now my skills dont require that level of capability.

MM
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I have an Exilim Z55 compact which takes excellent photos but limited in functions such as aperture and shutter priority, also a Fuji Finepix e900 creative compact which has many of the same capabilities as a DSLR, but limited extra lens - just a wide angle and a telephoto. I always use this when going up mountains as it is so easy and light to carry. The disadvantage however is that it is difficult to see what you are taking in bright sunlight on the LCD screen. It does have a viewfinder but unlike the DSLR what you see is not what you get!

I have recently bought a Nikon D40X with an 18-55 kit lens and a 55-200 telephoto lens with Vibration reduction. I am just getting used to using it. On a lot of pictures I dont think that there is much difference in picture quality, in fact I think macro mode is best on both of my compacts, although in fairness I do not have a dedicated macro lens. However I am very pleased with my new DSLR and enjoying learning new techniques.
 
Up until about 2006 I only used Compacts and Bridge cameras then I bought my first DSLR, since then I have used only that.

However I purchased a Panasonic TZ3 today as a pocket stuffer whilst out and about in London during the Week. I had been traveling up with the DSLR most of the time but it has been taking its toll on my back... Yes I know I could have left stuff out of the bag but I would always want that bit I took out... S@ds law and all that.

So now I regressed slightly and have a compact once more, I think I will mainly be using this for grab shots and hunting out shots that need revisit will DSLR at a later date.

Nigel
 
I was happy with my old Fuji S5600 until i played around with a DSLR, so bought a D50, now i've played around with a D80, i want to upgrade again lol.
 
Most cameras aren't that 'bad' these days. Exposure systems optics and CCD's have advanced a lot compared to even only 10 years ago but still most compacts are only really geared up for shots of people standing in the sun. Get into the realms of very short/very long exposures, wildlife or sports/action photography and only a SLR/DSLR will do.

Ideally you should aim to keep both a quality compact and a DSLR if you are really into this hobby. Costs a bit of money but then so does any worthwhile pastime these days!
 
AB22 Easy Tiger said:
You couldn't be more correct, and of the best pictures I've taken, and sold, a good proportion were taken with the S7000, and some with a Finepix F420 pocket camera.
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im agreed that being a good photographer is what produces good shots..
But try shooting a football match with a bridge.. then have a go with a DSLR and decent lens? Guaranteed the latter will produce better shots.
If not. why are there so many threadabout what lens is best to get next if its only down to composition and exposure?
 
By Lacking skills I sort of meant that I'm still learning about shutter speeds, exposures ISO and all of the other bits and pieces. Not yet able to use these efficiently, but I sure have fun trying, lol.

Here are is a photo Ive taken with my bridge camera

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And one from my compact

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Nothing ground breaking but I know that everyone has to start somewhere and I am really enjoying myself, but was curious as to peoples opinions on Bridge cameras and wether I would cope with a DSLR.

Thanks for all the replies.

MM
 
I use my Canon 350d dslr and the Panasonic FZ8 Prosumer and love them both for different reasons. The low noise and high iso usage of the dslr and the convenience and dust free use of the prosumer.
 
Memorymaker said:
By Lacking skills I sort of meant that I'm still learning about shutter speeds, exposures ISO and all of the other bits and pieces. Not yet able to use these efficiently, but I sure have fun trying, lol.

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... but was curious as to peoples opinions on Bridge cameras and wether I would cope with a DSLR.

Thanks for all the replies.

MM
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Firstly I love the 2nd shot on the compact, really shows well that a good image comes from the photographer.

As said in my earlier post an SLR makes the control over the exposure (shutter speed & aperture) easier. So I would say that you can definately cope with a DSLR and I would suggest that if can afford to, getting a DSLR will improve your photography more quickly as the controls over the shutter speed and aperture are easier.
 
I still use my canon powershot a75 time to time I also own a 400d.I do want a smaller compact than my a75 though for out and about stuff.
 
passed my kodak jobbie on to my future son in law,and got myself a better compact,a samsung S1050...10.1 megapixels,5x zoom,advanced shake reduction,3" LCD screen,etc,etc.

half pice @ £99.99p plus a 1 gig card,rechargeable batteries and charger plus case half price @ £24.99p

(from argos)

just the job for those moments when your out and about,and don't want to take all your gear with you :thumbs:
 
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