Time to get a nice Camera!

KillerPow

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So i just got some money, finally... so i'm looking into what camera to get, i would really like it to take good stills and video, though stills will be the focus. I am also looking into lenses. i will be shooting wildlife, landscapes, skiing, portraits, well everything so i'm looking for a good allround camera that wil serve me well when skiing :)





1) What is your budget? How much money can you spend right away, and do you think you can get more money to invest in the future?

I am looking for something in the 600 - 800$ pricerange but i will be able to invest a little more

2) What experience do you already have with cameras? Have you ever even used one before? Have you helped your friend out with his camera? Have you owned your own?

I have some experience, but i will need something entry levelish to fool around and get comfortable with since i have never owned my own "nice" camera

2) What gear, if any, do you currently have? (tripod, old camera lenses, mics, etc)

I have a sketchy and old tripod

4) What are you planning to shoot and how do you want to use your camera? Are you going to use this with the sole purpose of shooting skiing? or do you think you might try other stuff as well (movies, documentaries, short films, etc)

Well i'm going to do mainly stills, but i want to be able to set up a tripod an film friends, also hit record hike up and ski down etc. but i guess 70% still - 30% video. It is also for everyday use, vacations camping trips etc.

5) Do you want a camera that you can hand to your friends, that could or could not have film experience, and let them shoot you? or will you be doing all the filming?

Yes, but it is okay if i have to take some time to explain what they have to do, but i will be the

using it myself 90% of the time.

6) When filming skiing, how do you tend to shoot? (follow cams, leave it on record on a tripod and hike, film from a tripod, etc)

 I wil mainly me doing tripod shots and hikes

7) What computer do you currently have/use to edit (if not currently editing, what would you most likely use)? If you can provide specifics, such as hard drive space, RAM, processor size, that would be great.

I have a 13" MacBook Pro from 2011 - 2.3 Ghz ICi5 processor and 4 Gb Ram

7) What program do you currently edit on? How familiar are you with it (1- just learning; 10- I can make tutorials and know the keyboard layout)

 I'm currently using Imovie, but i'm looking for a new program

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1) Do you think you might consider using a DSLR?

Yes

2) Do you have any knowledge about the HDSLRS?

Not really

3) Do you know the limitations to using HDSLRS?

no

4) Are you willing to take the time to learn about a DSLR, and how to shoot with manual lenses?

Yes, absolutely!



5) Again, do you want a camera that you can hand to your friends, that could or could not have film experience, and let them shoot you? or will you be doing all the filming?

yes, but as i said earlier i'm the main user so it's not that important for me! :)

 
I'm a cannon guy, so I'd recommend t3i/t2i. I currently own a t3i and I love it.

-Nikon also has their versions of it: D5100. -There is also the Pentax k-30.

Here are some links that they really compare the difference. But in the long run, its what you're going to be using it for most. Best of luck man on choosing.

T3i vs. D5100: http://snapsort.com/compare/Canon-T3i-vs-Nikon-D5100

T3i vs. Pentax k-30: http://snapsort.com/compare/Canon-T3i-vs-Pentax-K-30

Pentax k-30 vs. D5100: http://snapsort.com/compare/Nikon-D5100-vs-Pentax-K-30

 
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I'll actually try to be helpful. People knock the Canon t2i as being "newschooler's camera," but in all reality, is a great beginners camera. I bought one and have learned a ton with it. It shoots good photos and is an impressive workhorse for filming. That being said, I have learned what I do like and what I don't. I didn't shoot video nearly as much as I shot photos and would like to upgrade to more fps and most likely a FF. I would definitely recommend looking at a t2i. 3.7fps, 18mp

Other cameras to look at

-Canon 40d: 6.5fps, 10mp, probably around $400

-Nikon d90: 4.5fps, 12 mp, probably around $500, can film, not sure to what quality.

Class is about to get out so just posting what I have there.

Don't be dependent on the specs of the camera, but use them as a bit of a guideline to what you think you want, you can always switch it up in the future.

 
For stills Cannon or Nikon are going to be superior. On this budget I find that Sony DSLRs shoot better video than Cannon or Nikon. But as you said it sounds like you are looking to shoot stills, so probably a Cannon t3i or something would be a good option for you.
 
For photo, a t2i/t3i will get you an antiquated sensor and a microscopic viewfinder. It is really not the best deal out there for your purpose.

You should look into getting a deal on a Nikon D7000. There is also a Pentax with the same excellent sensor...

You could also wait for the Olympus OM-D to drop in price in 2 weeks, after the release of the new PEN E-P5.
 
for that price it would be a 5dc (mk 1), and its a decent deal depending on where in your price range it falls and what is included. Near me I have seen then for $600 to $700 in good condition with an extra battery but no lenses if that helps. Also, kind of surprised no one has recommended the d5200
 
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