kenmasters
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Hi photo lovers,
I'm a complete noob when it comes to photography. I hate my P&S camera and I've wanted to upgrade but I'm on a budget. For some reason I like Nikon as a brand, so I've been comparing Nikons only so far. I am looking for some advice on a budget digital SLR and I'm stuck on these questions/conclusions.
I can't afford a D80.
I can't afford most new Nikon Cameras.
Budget ideally under $500 (but i still need a decent multi-purpose lens)
I am looking at older models (D70, D70s are my top two choices), comparing them to current entry level models D40x, E-510, Canon Rebel XT, etc.
Question:
What is the better camera ? D70, D70s, D40x, D50, E-510, Canons... ?
I know the D40x lacks a AF Motor and requires different lenses - is this an issue for a new SLR users who owns no lenses ? Is this the future ?
The D40x lacks an upper LCD screen but sports 10MP instead of 6MP compared to the last generation D70 - does this make a difference for a non-pro ?
Picture Quality + Usability + Re-Sale value are my three top priorities. If re-sale value is important, a newer model would be better I would assume.
I am using the camera for these purposes: Close up Macro Shots and General purpose Portraits, and maybe once in a while - landscape. No sports.
Which leads me to another question regarding lenses. I don't know anything about them except that I am thinking of a 18-70mm F/2 or better? Still lots to learn here, but if it can serve Macro and General Purpose shots with great clarity under normal/low light conditions, I will be a happy man !
Thank you so much !
Ken :mrgreen:
I'm a complete noob when it comes to photography. I hate my P&S camera and I've wanted to upgrade but I'm on a budget. For some reason I like Nikon as a brand, so I've been comparing Nikons only so far. I am looking for some advice on a budget digital SLR and I'm stuck on these questions/conclusions.
I can't afford a D80.
I can't afford most new Nikon Cameras.
Budget ideally under $500 (but i still need a decent multi-purpose lens)
I am looking at older models (D70, D70s are my top two choices), comparing them to current entry level models D40x, E-510, Canon Rebel XT, etc.
Question:
What is the better camera ? D70, D70s, D40x, D50, E-510, Canons... ?
I know the D40x lacks a AF Motor and requires different lenses - is this an issue for a new SLR users who owns no lenses ? Is this the future ?
The D40x lacks an upper LCD screen but sports 10MP instead of 6MP compared to the last generation D70 - does this make a difference for a non-pro ?
Picture Quality + Usability + Re-Sale value are my three top priorities. If re-sale value is important, a newer model would be better I would assume.
I am using the camera for these purposes: Close up Macro Shots and General purpose Portraits, and maybe once in a while - landscape. No sports.
Which leads me to another question regarding lenses. I don't know anything about them except that I am thinking of a 18-70mm F/2 or better? Still lots to learn here, but if it can serve Macro and General Purpose shots with great clarity under normal/low light conditions, I will be a happy man !
Thank you so much !
Ken :mrgreen: