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Beginner Which starter camera?
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None. A camera from the next level up, even an older secondhand one, will have better manual controls than a camera aimed at beginners.
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It depends on your budget. Assuming you are wanting a cheap starter camera, I would be looking at the second hand market. I only really know about full frame cameras, so will stick to that. The Sony A7iii and Nikon Z5 would be very good FF starter bodies for relatively little money IMO. The earlier A7-series Sony bodies are very cheap as well.
Sony and Nikon both have good APSC options as well, which will be cheaper and even lighter (not that the above cameras are heavy). As Lewis says, go for one with good manual controls which you can 'grow into' rather than a 'beginner's' camera.
Sony and Nikon both have good APSC options as well, which will be cheaper and even lighter (not that the above cameras are heavy). As Lewis says, go for one with good manual controls which you can 'grow into' rather than a 'beginner's' camera.
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To answer your question: there are various cameras designed to help beginners tackle the widest range of subjects.
One such camera is the Panasonic FZ82, which I use. It's relatively cheap and relatively light. It's not aimed at the experienced photographer, yet it will capture almost anything you can see. Here's the camera and a few sample images...
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The Panasonic FZ82 may be a good choice. It has fairly severe quality limitations, because it's sensor, which records the image, is tiny, but at least it's a "proper" camera that allows a degree of creative control, which is likely to become important as you gain experience.
But, be careful. the same manufacturer makes a number of cheaper, cut-down versions that will be far less suitable, and more difficult to operate.
But, be careful. the same manufacturer makes a number of cheaper, cut-down versions that will be far less suitable, and more difficult to operate.
This is a really difficult question to ask, for some a recommend "starter" camera may be all they need for years, for others their photography interests may very rapidly grow, and that "starter" camera be insufficient in just a couple of months.
I agree with Lewis (Craikeybaby) go for at least the next level up, it will give you more versatility later on, or easier to sell if photography turns out not to be for you.
I agree with Lewis (Craikeybaby) go for at least the next level up, it will give you more versatility later on, or easier to sell if photography turns out not to be for you.
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It all depends on how much you want to spend. I would suggest checking out this site and go from there. https://www.camerapricebuster.co.uk/
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For all here who are still keen to get their advice off their chests & to influence the world, the OP made their only query now a week ago & haven't been seen here since. So don't hold your breath. Maybe life intervened? Or was the query just a transient whim?
It's not very informative. How old are you? 8? 15?
Are you expecting us to view that information compassionately?
It's not very informative. How old are you? 8? 15?
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Apparently 64 based on profile information (hover over his name).