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oldjack
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poor camera choice
I am looking to acquire a replacement for my old Olympus OM-1 camera system and would like to get a digital SLR... I am motivated by some of the high
quality pics I see posted in these forums... I could buy an adapter and use some of the 8 Olympus lenses I have(yep I went nuts years ago).. or I
could just get a "kit" with a couple of nice lenses... so some of you great photogs out there.... give me your experienced-based recommendations...
maybe I am not the only one who might be interested... I know SLR's run $500-900 or more but be conservative please...
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BajaGringo
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I have a Nikon D60 that I love. Search on eBay / Craigslist for some good buys - timing is everything to catch the great deals...
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DENNIS
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OK...Forget all that Nikon and Canon crapola. This doesn't show a price, mercifully, but it's exactly what you want. I mean....look at the MPs
this thing has.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/585106-REG/Leica_10801...
$26,440 bucks....available in October. That'll give you a little time to put away some money.
[Edited on 8-4-2009 by DENNIS]
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BajaGringo
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A Steal!!!!
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tripledigitken
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Dennis,
How about showing some photos?
Ken
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Ken Bondy
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oldjack
I went through the same deliberations. I have a complete OM-1 system including a 130-650mm lens with a 2X teleconverter taking it to 1300mm (anybody
want it???) I absolutely loved the camera, tiny little body and the lenses had superb optics. You are not going to be able to convert it to any
useful DSLR system. Try to sell it on eBay, and then I would recommend starting with a low-end DSLR system (Nikon, or Canon) and start adding lenses
as you need them or can afford them. I still use an old Nikon D70 for topside stuff which I absolutely love. Most of the high-end DSLR systems have
features that you pay dearly for but will never use. Buena suerte, ++Ken++
carpe diem!
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DENNIS
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| Quote: | Originally posted by tripledigitken
How about showing some photos?
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Of what?
Jes'kiddin. I know what you mean.
Well, it's a long story. I'm about to buy a Canon 5D since I don't have a digital camera. I'm knee deep in film cameras...Canon, Hassy, Toyo 4x5
and I devote my efforts to Black and White photography. Color as well but with the assistance of a pro lab. For BW I need a darkroom and have been
without one for a few years but, I'm building one now, part of my new garage.
I've fought off the urge to go digital because it's just another major expense since I don't know how to do anything in moderation.
In the meantime, I've recently purchased a scanner to digitalize my 35mm slides and negs, years and years of Baja etc. So, I may be posting fotos
before long. I'll try to do that before going to Sharky's. Hate to take you folks into my "Alone And Naked In A Mirrord Room" series. 
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tripledigitken
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oldjack,
Both Nikon and Canon entry system cameras are a great place to start. They use the same lens as their top of the line Digital Camera Bodies use.
The trick is to choose the right lenses, as they will last a very long time. The camera bodies like computers are getting antiquated every 3-4 years.
What type of shooting are you interested in doing? Will you want a telephoto right away?
Ken
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tripledigitken
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
| Quote: | Originally posted by tripledigitken
How about showing some photos?
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Of what?
Jes'kiddin. I know what you mean.
Well, it's a long story. I'm about to buy a Canon 5D since I don't have a digital camera. I'm knee deep in film cameras...Canon, Hassy, Toyo 4x5
and I devote my efforts to Black and White photography. Color as well but with the assistance of a pro lab. For BW I need a darkroom and have been
without one for a few years but, I'm building one now, part of my new garage.
I've fought off the urge to go digital because it's just another major expense since I don't know how to do anything in moderation.
In the meantime, I've recently purchased a scanner to digitalize my 35mm slides and negs, years and years of Baja etc. So, I may be posting fotos
before long. I'll try to do that before going to Sharky's. Hate to take you folks into my "Alone And Naked In A Mirrord Room" series. |
Dennis,
What a surprize! I look forward to seeing some of your shots. You are heading down a very expensive path judging from your history with film
cameras! Hassleblad jeeeze, their digital versions are over $30,000 these days!
The digital darkroom is relatively a bargain compared to a film equivalent...............a good monitor, Photoshop CS4, and NIK software.
Ken
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oldjack
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maybe some model numbers ....???
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BFS
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Nikon D40, Nikon D70, Nikon D90. All great cameras in ascending order of quality, features and price tag.
Good luck.
Aq
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Russ
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Here's Nikons new entry model http://www.dpreview.com/news/0907/09073005nikond3000.asp
This is a good site to read all about cameras and accessories.
Bahia Concepcion where life starts...given a chance!
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You might enjoy a simpler camera than SLR like Olympus water proof cameras and a digital SLR. So then you have the simple option and the prosumer
option. There is a whole new genre which is quite powerful cameras that are not SLR with movie too.
I have a Nikon D-40x (low end SLR) and a Nikor 18-200 vr lens, though this is clearly consumer, they sell much more expensive bodies and glass. But
with this setup, I can shoot portrait and sports like waves or birds. Its fast enough to catch whales and dolphins. The setup is very light and easy
to handle which to me is big deal.
Megapixels are nice but truly you won't be shooting huge files with maximum MP unless you want to have a huge dedicated hard drive and machine to
handle such large files. I prefer to shoot images about 3-5mb which can easily be printed to 8x10 and look great.
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bajaguy
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Camera choice
I have a Canon Rebel XTi. Purchased the body only, then to end lens clutter, purchased a Sigma 18-250 with macro. Also picked up a Canon Powershot
1100 to tote in my pocket.........great camera combo
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mtgoat666
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| Quote: | Originally posted by oldjack
I am looking to acquire a replacement for my old Olympus OM-1 camera system and would like to get a digital SLR... I am motivated by some of the high
quality pics I see posted in these forums... I could buy an adapter and use some of the 8 Olympus lenses I have(yep I went nuts years ago).. or I
could just get a "kit" with a couple of nice lenses... so some of you great photogs out there.... give me your experienced-based recommendations...
maybe I am not the only one who might be interested... I know SLR's run $500-900 or more but be conservative please... |
I use a Canon 5D SLR, and a Canon G-10 for pocket camera. 5D is a bit too bulky for light traveling, G-10 requires a fairly large pocket
If I was looking for smaller travel camera in SLR, today I would go for Olympus E-P1 (Micro 4/3 sensor size). It looks like the cats pajamas.
If you are looking for smaller/single lens zoom, then check out Canon G-10.
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tripledigitken
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| Quote: | Originally posted by mtgoat666
| Quote: | Originally posted by oldjack
I am looking to acquire a replacement for my old Olympus OM-1 camera system and would like to get a digital SLR... I am motivated by some of the high
quality pics I see posted in these forums... I could buy an adapter and use some of the 8 Olympus lenses I have(yep I went nuts years ago).. or I
could just get a "kit" with a couple of nice lenses... so some of you great photogs out there.... give me your experienced-based recommendations...
maybe I am not the only one who might be interested... I know SLR's run $500-900 or more but be conservative please... |
I use a Canon 5D SLR, and a Canon G-10 for pocket camera. 5D is a bit too bulky for light traveling, G-10 requires a fairly large pocket
If I was looking for smaller travel camera in SLR, today I would go for Olympus E-P1 (Micro 4/3 sensor size). It looks like the cats pajamas.
If you are looking for smaller/single lens zoom, then check out Canon G-10. |
Why don't you post photos?
Coming to find out through this thread that there are some Nomads with some very nice cameras that don't post.
Let's share some photos!
Ken
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gnukid
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| Quote: | Originally posted by DENNIS
| Quote: | Originally posted by gnukid
The setup is very light and easy to handle which to me is big deal.
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Just the opposite for me. I like a heavier camera. Seems like less shake with the weight. |
Yes you make a good point about weight helping with balance but I am shooting action and often while I am moving too, Nikor makes VR vibration
reduction lenses which help to stabilize the shot.
It's true the gear I am discussing are amateurish compared to you and Ken. But I do get the shot.
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tripledigitken
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As goat mentioned having a pocket sized point and shoot makes a lot of sense. I too have one, it is the Panasonic DMC LX1 and has been a great
companion on my trips to Baja. Some of my pictures that most of you have seen were taken with it. For oldjack's benefit to see what can be done with
a point and shoot here are a few:
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Riom
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| Quote: | Originally posted by oldjack
. I am motivated by some of the high quality pics I see posted in these forums... |
Have you checked what cameras are taking the photos you like? Except in extreme conditions, point and shoot digital cameras are getting very capable
(and some do have manual overrides when needed, most have exposure bracketing and ISO control).
I'd suggest Canon as some of them have viewfinders (rare in any other make, and essential in strong sun). You could get a $150-$200 pocketable
camera, probably with a 3x or 6x zoom, and use that to learn how to handle the digital photos on your computer, cropping, printing etc and also learn
what the limits are, then buy the SLR later to fill that gap.
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oldjack
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FYI.... I have both Olympus and Pentax point and shoot digitals.... I am lusting after those more panoramic and close-up shots I see in these
postings.... maybe posters could credit the camera/lense when offering us their artwork(platitude)....
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