beginner friendly cameras?

[KatieRenee33]

I currently shoot with a Canon powershot sx110is and have really been wanting to upgrade to a DSLR camera. I have played around with both Canon and Nikons, and For a while had my heart set on a Canon Rebel but now I'm re-thinking it. I want a camera that is beginner friendly, but also something that will grow with me, if that makes sense. I want to starting doing more photography and getting my name out there, take some classes ect, so I don't want to buy a camera now and then a few months down the road have to buy another one when my skills improve.

any ideas?

 

[MuddyRiver]

I would recommend trying the Canon t1i. It has a "creative auto" mode that is excellent for beginners. Basically, the camera is in auto mode and will make all the decisions if you let it, however you have the option to change settings right there on the big LCD screen in simple terms. (Brigher vs Darker, Blurry Background vs Sharp Background) The camera also has the full manual mode and many advanced settings, so it could grow with you as you advance. It is sturdy, but small and light. I have one and I really like it.

 

[PlanetStarbucks]

What's got you rethinking the rebel exactly? The T3i/T4i line fits in really nicely to those who are starting out with DSLR but also want something with crunch that will last several years of learning. There's a learning curve, but it can easily be overcome once you understand the basic relationship between aperture and shutter speed. Saying this with experience, btw...my first DSLR was the T3i. When you're learning you can use the newbie modes, but once you learn some of the techniques it's got enough features to do what you're looking for.

 

[KmH]

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Down 12 or so threads from yours in the Beginner's forum was - http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/...-forum/267492-info-those-new-photography.html

Which has this link in post #1 -- Everything you need to know about buying a camera | The Verge

 

[KatieRenee33]

I would recommend trying the Canon t1i. It has a "creative auto" mode that is excellent for beginners. Basically, the camera is in auto mode and will make all the decisions if you let it, however you have the option to change settings right there on the big LCD screen in simple terms. (Brigher vs Darker, Blurry Background vs Sharp Background) The camera also has the full manual mode and many advanced settings, so it could grow with you as you advance. It is sturdy, but small and light. I have one and I really like it.

Thanks I was thinking the canon T3 or T3i

What's got you rethinking the rebel exactly? The T3i/T4i line fits in really nicely to those who are starting out with DSLR but also want something with crunch that will last several years of learning. There's a learning curve, but it can easily be overcome once you understand the basic relationship between aperture and shutter speed. Saying this with experience, btw...my first DSLR was the T3i. When you're learning you can use the newbie modes, but once you learn some of the techniques it's got enough features to do what you're looking for.

I don't know, someone told me that Nikons were more advanced once you're past the beginning curve?

 

[SCraig]

I don't know, someone told me that Nikons were more advanced once you're past the beginning curve?

Any DSLR, regardless of brand, is going to have a manual mode. That is as advanced as any camera is ever going to be regardless of cost. As far as advanced creative features go, they are about the same.

Just pick one, learn to use it, and never look back. Nikon and Canon are virtually even in competent hands. They are both excellent cameras, they both have excellent lenses available, and they both will grow with you as you grow. Go to a camera store, hold them in your hands, and pick the one that feels best.

 

[PlanetStarbucks]

What's got you rethinking the rebel exactly? The T3i/T4i line fits in really nicely to those who are starting out with DSLR but also want something with crunch that will last several years of learning. There's a learning curve, but it can easily be overcome once you understand the basic relationship between aperture and shutter speed. Saying this with experience, btw...my first DSLR was the T3i. When you're learning you can use the newbie modes, but once you learn some of the techniques it's got enough features to do what you're looking for.

I don't know, someone told me that Nikons were more advanced once you're past the beginning curve?

That's just sh!t Nikon Fanboys say. The two makers are dead even on average.