Saturday, October 20, 2012

DSLR Photographers- advice please!

I am purchasing my first DLSR, the nikon d5100. This is for photography, not casual "oh, lets take some pictures of the kids" stuff. I was wondering which would be of better value: to purchase it with the kit lens, or buy it as a body only and get a better lens, such as the 55-300mm.My friend owns this and uses it as her main lens. She said it was around $200 (so cost isnt the issue). The question really is, which lens is the best for general use? Thanks!
>>> DSLR Photographers- advice please!

My nikon 3100 used to focus while taking pictures. Now it just shoots?

My nikon 3100 used to focus while taking pictures. Now it just shoots?
>>> My nikon 3100 used to focus while taking pictures. Now it just shoots?

Which camera brand. Nikon or Canon?

Which camera brand do you prefer and which would you suggest to a fellow photographer? Choose between Nikon and Canon.

Compare and the contrast the quality, price, durability, efficiency, etc of each brands cameras.

I'm getting a Christmas present for a family member who is a professional photographer but I can't choose which brand.

Nikon? Or Canon?
>>> Which camera brand. Nikon or Canon?

Nikon d5100 Formatting?

I have a nikon d5100. Recently, it has not taken any memory cards. I have been using a sony disk for about 1.5 years, and when I bought a new one, and loaded it. I Keep getting an error screen reading "Memory card may be damaed do not use"
Now, every memory card being put in, from a 4gb up to a 32 gb, sony and pny brands, all get this error screen. I have hit the format button on the camera, and nothing is working.
Called Wolf Camera and they said they have not heard of this issue and could not help.

Any suggestions!
Need my camera, in working condition in 4 days for an event.
>>> Nikon d5100 Formatting?

Help with dslr lens?

My step has an Olympus OM2 400mm zoom lens. I've really wanted a 400mm lens for a while but can't get the money. Now my step dad says its possible to get a convertor so I can use the lens on my Nikon D5100.
Could you let me know if I can do this? If so where I can get one.
Thanks :)
>>> Help with dslr lens?

Best Bokeh Lense (Nikon)?

I'm planning on buying Nikon D7000. I'm a bokeh-holic, particularly the hollywood types,

Reference pictures:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/um692/3311854902/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/timosoasepp/3785587083/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/polvero/4107661449/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/johnpetrick/4151926545/

Anyways, I'm looking at Nikkor AF-S 50mm f1.8G/f1.4G
My main use will be for Cosplay-photography, so not looking at longer focal lengths which I've seen a few websites recommending for good bokeh. I'm also planning to do some low light shots as well…

My point is, which lens would be more suitable for what I'm doing - both bokeh as well as overall shooting. I know the main difference is the aperture, so it's obvious to go for the f1.4, but a lot of the reviews have said that the f1.8 is better financially and photographically/not much difference at all in comparison to f1.4. Which would be worth the money?

It will be my first DSLR + Lens purchase and many of my friends are canon users, so excuse any misunderstanding I have made. Feel free to suggest anything else that may be helpful.

If you have pictures taken with D7000 and either lenses, for bokeh, please link!
>>> Best Bokeh Lense (Nikon)?

I want to buy a professional camera?

Hey guys, i would like to buy a camera ( Nikon, Canon, FujiFilm, the brand doesn't matter ) however, i dont have much money to spend on it.So basically what im looking for is a semi to a professional camera, with 5-10 mpx, not looking for anything too serious, and a nice MACRO function.

If it's simpler, just write out the models, and i will check them out and decide!
Thanks! :)
>>> I want to buy a professional camera?

Wat is the new funcation nikon d 7000?

Wat is the new funcation nikon d 7000?
>>> Wat is the new funcation nikon d 7000?

Need to buy a DSLR camera. So far liked Nikon D7000. Is my choice ok?

I am wanting to purchase a DSLR camera. Will it be safe to buy online? If yes, which is the most reliable and economical place to buy on web? If there are choices other than Nikon, please do let me know. I am based in India.
>>> Need to buy a DSLR camera. So far liked Nikon D7000. Is my choice ok?

Quality or Not? Burris 1 inch Quick Detach Solid Steel Riflescope Rings?

My question is to whether or not going with "Burris 1 inch Quick Detach Solid Steel Riflescope Rings" is the right choice for scope rings to mount on a picatinny rail mount on a Browning BLR in 450 Marlin.
I have a Nikon 4-12x40 BDC Scope with a 1" Neck.
What I am trying to avoid are scope rings that will not hold the scope under the ammount of stress a 450 Marlin produces. Any input?
>>> Quality or Not? Burris 1 inch Quick Detach Solid Steel Riflescope Rings?

Is a Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8 Lens good as a macro lens?

I've gotten two telephoto lenses and was looking to go into macro pictures, so i saw this lens and was wondering if it would be good for a macro or not. If not, can you suggest a good one?
>>> Is a Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8 Lens good as a macro lens?

Canon 5D Mark 3 or Nikon D800? And why?

I've been searching for a new camera for 6 months and it all comes down to two cameras; the Canon 5D Mark 3 and the Nikon D800. I'm not sure which camera to get and I would like to hear others opinions on why I should get a particular camera
>>> Canon 5D Mark 3 or Nikon D800? And why?

How to become a successful film director?

I will be a successful film director. I have the initiative and ambitious desire to create and portray stories that bring out emotions never felt before. I do not care if it takes 22 hour work days or buy assholes coffee in order to network. This all must be a necessary sacrifice. I having nothing holding me back from where I am living, so I am open to traveling.

I am 17 and a senior in high school.My GPA is 3.5, my ACT score is 28, I am a member of the NHS, and I am taking my SAT the 27th.My senior courses are Photography, AP Art History, Art 4, Graphic Design, AP Calculus, and English 4.My previous courses throughout my life have been honor classes.

Should I go an art college to study film producing/directing? Or one that focuses more on liberal arts? People tell me not to pay for film school, for you can learn everything utilizing the internet. I look at it as you are going to college AND PAYING FOR CONNECTIONS; which in the end getting a job interning would recompense. I stay up to all hours of the night figuring out what is the best way to become a successful director/producer with a consistent income to pay back my loans. Living near Canton, Ohio, I have looked into University of Southern California, New York Film Academy, SCAD, and Bowling Greens University. I went to the National Art Portfolio day to visit art colleges such as the Pratt Institute, VCUarts, CIA, and CCAD. I strongly believe due to my portfolio and what they critiqued, I could get into any of these art colleges.

I am currently recording/directing/producing a short film using a Nikon D7000, and editing it with Adobe Premier.My best friend is in a band and can design the soundtrack.

Having 20, 000 saved up with the potential to get scholarships from my hard work in academics, should money hinder me from going to New York or California? L. A.is where that industry is. That is where I can go to make stories with universal themes, so more people can relate. Would going to New York hinder me from only seeing my highest publicity at SUNDANCE. I would just want more publicity than Sundance and making indie movies. Should I study film at an art institute? With my financial situation of only 20, 000, should I major in something else to save for film college? Is there an advantage of going at such a young age? What a stressful gamble this is.
5 hours ago - 4 days left to answer.
>>> How to become a successful film director?

How to set fast shutter speed on a nikon d5100?

I just got the d5100 and needed fast shutter speed for my next shoot and it involves capturing hair in motion.
thanks! :]
>>> How to set fast shutter speed on a nikon d5100?

Good Canon/Nikon SLR camera for a price range between $400 and $500?

I want a professional camera, that's either canon or nikon for no more than $500
I'm an amateur who loves photography, and I care about having good quality pictures and colors
Don't care much about video quality since I already have a camcorder
Any suggestions?
>>> Good Canon/Nikon SLR camera for a price range between $400 and $500?

Why compare the Nikon D7000 to the Canon 60D?

Why do people compare the D7000 to the 60D? We all know that the 60D can't match the D7000 in any ways, why not compare it to the 7D? It has the magnesium alloy body, then they compare it to polycarbonate plastic? Why not compare it to the 7D's magnesium alloy body? I think they compare it based on the price, but please compare it by features and specs.
>>> Why compare the Nikon D7000 to the Canon 60D?

How to adjust shutter speed on nikon?

Nikon D3100

i can only get it to go to 1/200.it says it should go up to around 1/5000.haha, HELP?
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>>> How to adjust shutter speed on nikon?

Nikon lens not focusing at high end and at far distance?

I have a nikon d40 with a 18-200 mm lens.latley if i try to shoot something like an airplane it will focus but wont be clear and it wont take the photo unless i swtch to manual or move the focus ring all the way past infinity… it use to take them fine… but its only at far distance.if i go to take a picture of a flower on the ground zoomed all the way out just like the airplane it takes the photo of the flower…

i have insurrance on both the camera and the lens but idk if its the lens that needs replaced or the camera???
>>> Nikon lens not focusing at high end and at far distance?