danicowanphotography
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I understand that it is the photographer that makes the pictures great, not the camera equipment. I have been taking pictures for fun for about 4 years now, and the past 1.5 years I've gotten more serious about it and devoted more time to advancing my photos and looking more on the professional side. I've been studying all the books, practicing lots and practicing some more. A family member of mine owns an event company and I have been paid for quite some time to take pictures of their events and edit them for their commercial use. I know my photos are good enough, but I'm ready to take the next step and go a little above what I'm producing now. I am starting a photography business in which I will focus on portraits, couples, maternity, etc. I would really like to get a new camera and of course a new lens to take my pictures to that next level, and also to look more professional. I originally bought a D3000 and used it for years (still do), and this past year I was gifted a D5100. Both are great and I've already achieved great results with them, but like I said, I'm wanting to do more as they are majority starter cameras. SO, please skip all the comments about "use what you have and just upgrade your lenses" etc. Both cameras are older and I WILL be upgrading to a new body, so please focus on that question. I am already purchasing a 50mm lens, probably f1.4. I'm still in college so I don't want to go much over $1,000 for the body with all the other investments I'l be making in lenses/ other equipment and business related items etc. Thank you!!
Dani xoxo
Dani xoxo