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dead_channel · 25-04-2008, 10:56

i had an issue with my last digicam and after getting a repair estimate that was more than i originally paid for the device in the first place, ive decided its time to start shopping for something new.

i am mostly interested in capturing digital images to edit and use in photoshop or as templates in illustrator.i am an intermediate photographer.

can anyone make any make/model recommendations who has done this kind of graphic design in the past? are there any features i absolutely need? number of mps?

thanks in advance.

brock.

adras · 25-04-2008, 13:33

Go with Digital SRL, Canon dxti rebel is reasnonably priced and gets the job done.

Samione · 25-04-2008, 15:18

Another vote for going the DSLR route, after buying about 3 point and shoot cameras, you finally realize they ain't that great and end up wasting a few hundred quid in the process. I just recently got the sony Alpha 200, it's £350RRP 10.2 MP and getting good reviews, beating cameras like the EOS 450D and nikon D70 (which are like double the price)

CharmingMan · 25-04-2008, 15:43

d40....yeah buddy

seen.to · 26-04-2008, 10:10

Canon 40D here.

Do Gooder · 26-04-2008, 12:12

for point and shoot. i see good things about the Pentax Optio A40.

i personally like semi-manual 'bridge' cameras like the canon g series

as far as dslrs go.. they sexy.

if you know your iso from your f-stop and have the money for a dslr and a few lenses/filters... go for it.

if you are just going to work handheld taking snaps, use auto modes and only intend to buy a single lens. maybe it's a bit over the top getting a dslr... but at least you wont be able to blame your tools if the pics turn out poo.

bjzaba · 27-04-2008, 08:59

My suggestion: Canon 450d - The model was recently updated so its a great time to buy. If your intermediate, i think that would be the best bet. Its a great camera and theres room to grow if you get more into photography.

If you're going to be using photoshop, at the least get a camera that can shoot in RAW as well. That will give you far more room to play with the curves, levels etc. without causing as much damage to the image.

flamingmenudo · 28-04-2008, 16:04

Nikon D40 for price/performance. It takes awesome pictures.

Plumtree · 30-04-2008, 15:43

Hi,
I just bought the new APN Samsung NV24HD.
- It is chip (299€)
- 10 Mpix
- Movies in 720p at 30ips (great!!!)
- a lot of manual functions
- 24 mm wide angle

mmblr · 04-05-2008, 16:06

Another backer for Nikon. Progressed from D70s to D200 to D2Xs. Get yourself down to the camera shop to get hold of them.

You might prefer the feel of a particular brand to another. I liked, and continue to like, the layout and feel of a Nikon over, say, a Canon.... personal preference.

They say that the image comes from the photographer and not the camera. Maximise how you feel with a camera to benefit your photos.

Would also suggest visiting dpreview dot com for comprehensive forums and reviews

deadgood · 07-05-2008, 08:09

i got the canon 400d. An excellent camera. Go for a 10MP camera if you can. Canon and Nikon D SLR build quality are on a par and there isn't that much between them. But if your a budding photographer than having the extra lenses/filters is great in tandem with all the manual settings on a D SLR. you photos should be much improved. There's loads to learn but the end result is worth it.

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dead_channel Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1	camera questions i had an issue with my last digicam and after getting a repair estimate that was more than i originally paid for the device in the first place, ive decided its time to start shopping for something new. i am mostly interested in capturing digital images to edit and use in photoshop or as templates in illustrator.i am an intermediate photographer. can anyone make any make/model recommendations who has done this kind of graphic design in the past? are there any features i absolutely need? number of mps? thanks in advance. brock.

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25-04-2008, 15:18	#3 (permalink)
Samione Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 656	Another vote for going the DSLR route, after buying about 3 point and shoot cameras, you finally realize they ain't that great and end up wasting a few hundred quid in the process. I just recently got the sony Alpha 200, it's £350RRP 10.2 MP and getting good reviews, beating cameras like the EOS 450D and nikon D70 (which are like double the price)

26-04-2008, 12:12	#6 (permalink)
Do Gooder Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 5,449	for point and shoot. i see good things about the Pentax Optio A40. i personally like semi-manual 'bridge' cameras like the canon g series as far as dslrs go.. they sexy. if you know your iso from your f-stop and have the money for a dslr and a few lenses/filters... go for it. if you are just going to work handheld taking snaps, use auto modes and only intend to buy a single lens. maybe it's a bit over the top getting a dslr... but at least you wont be able to blame your tools if the pics turn out poo.

27-04-2008, 08:59	#7 (permalink)
bjzaba Design Student Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 441	My suggestion: Canon 450d - The model was recently updated so its a great time to buy. If your intermediate, i think that would be the best bet. Its a great camera and theres room to grow if you get more into photography. If you're going to be using photoshop, at the least get a camera that can shoot in RAW as well. That will give you far more room to play with the curves, levels etc. without causing as much damage to the image.

28-04-2008, 16:04	#8 (permalink)
flamingmenudo Registered Dordler Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: USA Posts: 133	Nikon D40 for price/performance. It takes awesome pictures.

30-04-2008, 15:43	#9 (permalink)
Plumtree Christophe Cherel Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Paris Posts: 4	Hi, I just bought the new APN Samsung NV24HD. - It is chip (299€) - 10 Mpix - Movies in 720p at 30ips (great!!!) - a lot of manual functions - 24 mm wide angle

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mmblr Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: London, UK Posts: 15	Another backer for Nikon. Progressed from D70s to D200 to D2Xs. Get yourself down to the camera shop to get hold of them. You might prefer the feel of a particular brand to another. I liked, and continue to like, the layout and feel of a Nikon over, say, a Canon.... personal preference. They say that the image comes from the photographer and not the camera. Maximise how you feel with a camera to benefit your photos. Would also suggest visiting dpreview dot com for comprehensive forums and reviews

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deadgood kiss ma baaad self Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 61	i got the canon 400d. An excellent camera. Go for a 10MP camera if you can. Canon and Nikon D SLR build quality are on a par and there isn't that much between them. But if your a budding photographer than having the extra lenses/filters is great in tandem with all the manual settings on a D SLR. you photos should be much improved. There's loads to learn but the end result is worth it.

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