Photographer Looking to Break Ground
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Viewing everyones profile I see that many of you fellow travelers are either really skilled photographers, or very skilled at stealing photos from Flickr (just kidding). I’ve peripherally watched important people in my life (ex girlfriend, brother, father) immerse themselves in photography, producing successful results. I think its time for me to break ground. This is less of a discussion topic and more of a question seeking advice, but how is it best to break in? What is a good camera (film or digital) for a beginner? For that manner, what is the difference between learning photography with a film camera and a digital camera? Can you tell me stories of how you became involved in photography? I would really appreciate it. Posted: Aug 8, 2008 9:01am | |
Start looking at digital cameras. (www.bhphotovideo.com is a good place to shop then browse in a camera store and ask questions) Even the top photographers in the world are now conceding that you can get similar or better results with digital compared to film. You can also get really good ‘point and shoot’ cameras for $200 or less and I suggest you get one of those to start. Give yourself 6 months to a year to get familiar with all the peripherals (computer software for editing, printers, accessories, etc) then go for a good Single Lens Reflex SLR digital in the $600 – $1,000 range. Call in to our Travel Photography session on August 19 (9 p.m. EST) too. My best advice is “don’t spend a lot up front” until you feel confident to make the buying decisions based on your own experience. Make this a 2 year project. Posted: Aug 9, 2008 5:18pm | |
Although I know how to use a manual camera, I always travel with my average digital. You don’t need anything fancy to take fab pictures. I’ve got a Cannon Power Shot and the thing works wonders. Easy to carry, inconspicuous and you don’t have to eff around with changing lenses. And the photos are good enough to blow up into larger pics- I literally have poster-sized pics from my digital camera framed and hanging up in my place. People are always asking, “Who took that photo?” Yeah, it was me… no big thing. Another tip to remember is for every 100 photos you take, only 2 or 3 will really be something to brag about. And maybe one in a thousand are like, “Damn, I’m good.” Posted: Aug 21, 2008 10:28pm | |
One of the biggest advantages of digital photography over film is that you can preview the images while you are still “out in the field”. Back in the day, I used to take all my photos with a Canon AE-1, and would be a nervous wreck hoping that my pictures turned out OK. While it’s cool to be old-skool, you can’t beat the features that digital photography offers. A good point and shoot that will serve you well in the outdoors is the Olympus Stylus 770SW. It’s waterproof, freeze proof, and dust proof. Posted: Aug 25, 2008 2:22pm | |
My Canon EOS just died and I am so sad. I suppose it was only a matter of time…it is almost eleven years old! The factory won’t even touch it anymore! >sob< Posted: Aug 28, 2008 10:17am | |
Getcha’ a Canon Rebel XTi and you should be ready to roll. Your existing lenses are probably EF lenses (bayonet mount w/ a little red dot on them), so they’ll fit right on to the new Canon body. Posted: Aug 28, 2008 7:16pm | |
I’m definitely no expert photographer, but I have the Canon Rebel XT (not the XTi) and love it to pieces! I got my refurbished – as a big traveler, I try to save money any way I can – and found the Sigma lenses to work quite nicely. This was my first SLR style camera and I think for the price and quality it is an awesome camera for a beginner to learn from and grow with ;) Posted: Jan 25, 2009 10:19am | |
Thanks Brooke for the recommendation. I’ve always been a Canon fan. I’ve had very good luck with them from my camcorder to my digital camera. They’re well worth the money. Posted: Jan 28, 2009 8:38am | |
I have a DSLR Canon Rebel, too! Mine is the XS. I really wanted the XSI but my plan is to wait until my hubby is totally hooked on photography and then give him that one and upgrade my own. I don’t like to share. I am rather partial to Canons. My SLR in the Rebel series, Rebel G, had lasted me a decade! Nikon’s are just way too heavy for me. My brother-in-law and I butt heads about that one! ;) Posted: Jan 29, 2009 5:39am | |
I always hear that there is rivalry between Nikons and Canons… isn’t it just getting used to and learning how to use your camera, whatever it is? (I have a Nikon) :P Posted: Mar 12, 2009 2:11am |
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