Good cammra for new Glammor photography

I've never shot any glamour shots myself, but being a guy, I've seen some :)

Now, the most important thing I've noticed is that they're being taken by all kinds of cameras. The most crucial things are composition, lighting, background and, of course, the model.
Often, glamour photos are taken with big aperture primes (like a Nikkor 85mm F1.4 and such), which are usually pretty high quality lenses. Many of them are expensive, but some decent lenses can be had for relatively low prices.

As for the camera body, the Sony A200 is feature packed, so I think it could be a good buy even if you decided glamour isn't for you later on.
Sony DSLRs can use some Minolta lenses, you might want to look for second hand Minolta gear to save some money.

What's with some of you guys who posted in this thread?
It's as if you were frustrated that you -have- to reply.
Get nice soon for your own sakes :)

I forgot, here's what you might find inspiring:
http://www.photosig.com/go/photos/browse?id=14
http://www.fotoaparat.cz/index.php?r=25&rp=1&gal=cat&galcat=33&galsort=avg

Notice what I've mentioned, there are many camera bodies being used, the shots have nice composition, lighting, mood, background and model too.
 
I'd second the secondhand camera route. Buy from a dealer that way you get some kind of warranty.

The Canon 300D you should be able to pick one up at a good price. OK it's not up to some of the modern models but will perform more than adequately, and will help you on your learning curve. Also not to many bells and whistles to confuse you.

When you get your camera, practice with it so that it all becomes second nature. That way you can concentrate on the subject not the camera.

Most of all enjoy
 
Thing is, if it didn't say 300D you wouldn't really be able to tell the difference between a 300D, 350D, 400D, 10D, 20D, 30D, 40D, 1D, 5D, D70, D80, D300, D200, and so on. We really need a thing on the sign up page. "Thinking of buying a camera? Well buy the one you like. They're all good these days."
 
petemc said:
Thing is, if it didn't say 300D you wouldn't really be able to tell the difference between a 300D, 350D, 400D, 10D, 20D, 30D, 40D, 1D, 5D, D70, D80, D300, D200, and so on. We really need a thing on the sign up page. "Thinking of buying a camera? Well buy the one you like. They're all good these days."
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Good point.
Even cheaper lenses from Tamron and Sigma aren't all that bad from what I've seen.
The 18-70 mm kit lens that is usually bundled with Sony DSLRs doesn't seem to be very sharp nor otherwise very good, though.
 
Of course if you want sharp then Canon + L glass or Nikon + er whatever they have thats sharp :D Primes is the easiest answer. I think its easy for people to get lost with gear but its easy. DSLR = Nikon / Canon / Fuji. Compact, anything from Canon / Nikon / Fuji / Panasonic and you're set.
 
If i had £400 to spend i would look at getting a 400D. that is from a canon users point of view.

Also a good way of learning is to get out there and snap snap snap.
if there is something you do not know or understand how to do either ask on here or google it, there are tutorials for pretty much everything to do with photography.

i wouldnt recommend using models until you have full confidence in your equipment as you can make them feel uneasy and that will reflect in your work so if you can get friends to model for you then all the better.

good luck
 
I stand by what I said. Before trying to persuade some lassie to take her clothes off (or selling oneself as a wedding photographer), a basic knowledge of photography is a prerequisite.
 
Maybe Ive not been clear, I dont expect to buy a camera and hay presto Im a Glamour photographer. I know it will take a few years of practice and courses. All I wanted was a little advice on getting my first camera, on a budget, with an interest to working towards Glamour and Weddings in the future.

Thanks to the guys that gave friendly advice, It really helps :)

And to the a**eholes, go **** yourselfs. :shake:
 
scott26985 said:
Thanks to the guys that gave friendly advice, It really helps :)

And to the a**eholes, go **** yourselfs. :shake:
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Your spelling seems to have improved dramatically ;), next thing is buy some books to study. This one would probably be a good one to start with :thumbs:
 
i have a d80 and i taken some great portaits with a cheap 18-200 sima lens
 
scott26985 said:
Thanks to the guys that gave friendly advice, It really helps :)

And to the a**eholes, go **** yourselfs. :shake:
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Well said Scott. Some of the keyboard terrorists on here really need to give themselves a shake.

Im sure you will get lots of help and advice on here, its just a pity that you been attacked as much as you have in your first post.
 
i have one and they are great...

Scott buy it. :) that will leave you a couple of hundred quid for a couple of second hand lenses.
 
I think to be honest, Scott's initial and few subsequent posts were badly worded to cause the confusion resulting in some sarky responses. I don't think the posters can really be blamed.

Scott, don't worry about buying a camera and lens for Glammour photography just yet. Get a cheapish DSLR, a cheapish portrait lens, and then spend the next 2 years burning that camera out taking shots of friends, family, strangers in the street, and anyone or anything else you can point it at. Post the shots in here, learn from the comments, read lots of books and magazines, and then when you feel you're ready in a couple of years to invest cash in a photography business, buy some good equipment fit for purpose.
 
neo2810 said:
I think to be honest, Scott's initial and few subsequent posts were badly worded to cause the confusion resulting in some sarky responses. I don't think the posters can really be blamed.

Scott, don't worry about buying a camera and lens for Glammour photography just yet. Get a cheapish DSLR, a cheapish portrait lens, and then spend the next 2 years burning that camera out taking shots of friends, family, strangers in the street, and anyone or anything else you can point it at. Post the shots in here, learn from the comments, read lots of books and magazines, and then when you feel you're ready in a couple of years to invest cash in a photography business, buy some good equipment fit for purpose.
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i would deffo agree with this, thats what i am doing, i have taken 17600 pics in under a year.

wow that like 1466 a month. thats alot.....
 
There had been some good advice in this thread Scott, please try and take some of it on board. Charging someone for your work adds a massive amount of pressure, I would suggest that you take your time and learn to enjoy the art of photography before you get involved with the money side.

Any D-slr will produce a great image IF the person controlling it knows whats what. Find one that fits your hands and lays the controls where you can get to them without too much thought.

Play nicely the rest of you :)
 
Hi Scott,
I think the thread has turned in your favour now, so forget what had been said before a move on.

In terms of what camera I would say you have to go and have a play with a couple and see what feels good in your hands. Like many others have said, this is going to be a learning curve and some of the cameras can grow with you.
If you end up going for a Canon or Nikon, you have a huge lens collection that can upgrade as you get better (and start earning money).

In terms of experience, I was lucky enough to have some good looking friends that I could bully to be in front of the camera.

All that being said, :canon:
 
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