Which DSLR do you think is the best for beginners?
In my opinion, I think the Nikon D40 is the most suitable. It is cheap and he knows a lot for its price range.
What about you?
Thanks,
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Reply to this As a Nikon shooter, I'd agree with the D40 specially for the price. Of course, I would also caution that Nikon's getting ready to release (next week or two) a new entry level DSLR which will have vastly improved specs than the D40. If you're interested in a sub-$500 DSLR you might want to wait and see the new one before you buy.
As a person who is semi-pro, my only issue with this series of DSLTs is that only certain lenses can be used on them (G series) because the camera doesn't have an autofocus engine built in, the lenses have to have the engine. Not the biggest problem, but it precludes you from buying and using some older less expensive lenses that you could buy used on places like eBay and Adorama.
Just my opinion,
Mike T.
Reply to this Also being a Nikon shooter, I was going to suggest the D40 - but with a new entry level camera in the very near future. it is best to wait a while. Even if you don't decide to go for the new one, you'll find that the price of the D40 will drop once the new camera is released.
The D90 has also received a lot of positive reviews, but it is not quite entry level.
Reply to this I'd suggest Nikon also - both Canon and Nikon have awesome entry level DSLRs - but having used both (borrowed Canons) - the Nikon has it on the interface. It's much easier to set up bracketing, and some of the more advanced aspects - though maybe it has a steeper learning curve.
If there is a new camera on the horizon - I'd also suggest waiting -
DpReview is a great place to find out this information.
Reply to this My first and current DSLR is an Olympus - E410. It is small, low priced and comes with two lens, 14mm-42mm and 40mm - 150mm. Even the longer 40/150 lens easily fits into my trouser pockets. The controls are simple too use. It also has a feature called liveview - the mirror can be moved out of the way and the image projected directly on the back screen similar to compact digital cameras. It is a feature that is useful in some situations.
All very good, it come down to personal tastes. But such is the quality of current DSLR cameras it is the
photographer that determines the quality/impact of a series of photographs.
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