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Update: I decided to try the Nikon Z5 from a local shop so I could get back to shooting quickly (hoping to launch my site next week). So far I like it. Today I shot with heavily overcast skies (something I usually avoid) and it actually came out not bad! Supplemented natural light with a...

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My secondary use is filming my husband's music concerts in low-light settings. Baring in mind that one device can't do everything perfectly though! My priority is product photography.

Thanks for the extra tips, ac12! I do get better results with slower shutter speed, I will give the tripod a shot. This makes sense in terms of lenses needed for each situation. I am mostly happy with the color from the D60. I do track weather and time of day to find when the most natural...

Hi ac12, Thanks so much for the thorough information, this is helpful. I am ok with a shallow depth of field. I also use grey seamless backdrop paper so it shouldn't be too distracting. Yes, my D60 has the 18-55 kit lens. You are correct, shooting in my apartment bedroom means I can't back...

Hi jcdeboever, My D60 was my first DSLR for my college photography class 101, so it is the basic kit lens- 18-55mm AF-S VR: Amazon.com : Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S DX VR Nikkor Zoom Lens - White Box (New) (Bulk Packaging) : Camera Lenses : Camera & Photo. Willing to invest in better...

Thanks, Braineack, this is good to know. Will stay clear of the Nikon D3 series. I was under impression the z5 could shoot 12fps, but I will have to verify. I will look into lenses as well, thanks for the tips!

Update: I am looking at a full-frame, The Nikon Z5. Opinions welcome!

Hello, I was looking to purchase a strong yet basic beginner-intermediate level DSLR for product photography. Today I went to a local shop and was very disappointed in what was sold to me (A mirrorless Canon M50 EOS Mark II)- I felt it was a step backward instead of forward. I am used to...