VOTE AND RATE:DSLR'S

[Light Artisan]

Nice camera.

 

[jrphoto]

Nikon all day!

 

[skieur]

Because you don't want to spend lots of money on a DSLR camera as a beginner per your request, you're somewhere between Canon 60D or Nikon D7000 in terms of quality and price.

That said, here are a few past links that will help you decide between the two brands;

http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/...-reviews/231200-canon-60d-vs-nikon-d7000.html

http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/...to-gallery/231459-canon-60d-nikon-7000-a.html


I've decided to get the Nikon D7000 but your opinion and deciding factors could be different so just compare the two models to see which best suites your wants and needs. :idea:

Comparing shots from the two models mentioned side by side, I find that the Canon 60D image has a little more detail and texture at 100 ISO, but at ISO 6400, the Nikon D7000 has less picture noise, better colour, and a little better sharpness.

skieur

 

[bobbyknight]

Because you don't want to spend lots of money on a DSLR camera as a beginner per your request, you're somewhere between Canon 60D or Nikon D7000 in terms of quality and price.

That said, here are a few past links that will help you decide between the two brands;

http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/...-reviews/231200-canon-60d-vs-nikon-d7000.html

http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/...to-gallery/231459-canon-60d-nikon-7000-a.html


I've decided to get the Nikon D7000 but your opinion and deciding factors could be different so just compare the two models to see which best suites your wants and needs. :idea:

Between this two models, which is better when it comes to durability? They're both have this feature but I guess D7000 is still better because of its magnesium alloy covers.

 

[Stradawhovious]

I bought a D3000 over the holidays, pre-owned but practically unused for $300. Then I found out it's Nikon's worst DSLR ever. Will someone please tell me this isn't true and make me feel happy? >>

I guess I just don't know enough to realize how terrible it is. Maybe ignorance is bliss.

You REALLY need to take the things that Ken Rockwell spews out with a grain or three of salt. The notion that the D3000 is Nikon's worst DSLR ever was started and pounded to death by him, then parroted by others. Is every other Nikon DSLR better than the D3000? Well, the current ones seem to be.... but that's not to say the D3000 is a terrible camera...... its not. It's a fine camera, that is great for the beginner (especially when you get a screaming deal on it) that is capable of taking fantastic photographs. It has it's limitations, but a true beginner probably won't be hindered by them for quite a while.

Back to the OP.... I bought a D7000 and couldn't be happier. Its a helluva lot of camera for the money. (but its a helluva lot of money for the camera.....)

 

[bobbyknight]

The current price of the D7000, body only, is US: $1199 / UK: £1099 and EU: €1189 with a 18-105mm VR Lens bringing the price up to US: $1499, UK: £1299.99 and EU: €1399 respectively.


7D body only, $1,699.00
Canon 60D body only, $1,099.00


Find it very annoying since I compared the prices here in Dubai, it's way much higher on here. gayyy

Like D7000, the current price here is AED 7,499.00 (US$ 2,037.77) with 18-105mm VR Lens.
60D with 18-55mm IS lens kit @ AED 5,599.00 US$1521.5. With 17-85 IS Lens KIT @ AED 6,549.00 (US$ 1,779.62)

 

[bigtwinky]

If you are strapped for cash and worried about high prices, then photography may not be for you

Its a very expensive hobby once you bring it up to the next level. Not saying that it can't remain at the entry level with a T2i and kit lens, that works totally fine for some people. But once you want to step up and get better gear, you are talking in the $1000 per piece of new equipment (give or take)

 

[usayit]

I honestly and seriously voted for all of them.

These days, it is hard to find a camera that sucks for image quality.

^^^This.

I voted for all too for the same reason... this will boil down to who owns what. Kinda leaves the rest of the brands (pentax, Olympus, etc) out which is unreasonable since the question is pretty open

 

[bobbyknight]

If you are strapped for cash and worried about high prices, then photography may not be for you

Its a very expensive hobby once you bring it up to the next level. Not saying that it can't remain at the entry level with a T2i and kit lens, that works totally fine for some people. But once you want to step up and get better gear, you are talking in the $1000 per piece of new equipment (give or take)

I'm fully aware of all that, just comparing the prices, better to just buy in the US. Thought it's good to shop here. Dubai Shopping Festival has started today and it is considered as the most famous shopping fest in the world. It's not even included in the promos and discounts, only the lower models are included. Even with the lower models, the prices are still higher when compared in the US market.

 

[usayit]

btw.. . I strongly disagree that photography is a not the hobby for you if you are strapped for cash.

Here in the TPF, we strongly tie high quality equipment to the enjoyment and progression of a person's passion for photography. That simply isn't true.

There are dozens and dozens of options for an aspiring photographer strapped for cash. There are several professional photographer/journalists that use small, inexpensive... P&S cameras (Alex Majoli - magnum photographer). Heck... even 8mp DSLR of a few years ago are more than capable than professional camera bodies several years ago. "Glass" I hear? People were shooting and enjoying photography with manual un-coated lenses less than 2 decades ago.

I know REALLY well how much you can sink into equipment. But don't fool yourself...

There is a difference between sinking $$$ in to equipment versus $$$ into "photography".
There is a difference between making a living from it versus enjoying it as a hobby.

If I were to loose all my equipment and go broke today... nothing would stop me from shooting with my cell phone... and feel lucky doing so.

 

[Starman Photo]

btw.. . I strongly disagree that photography is a not the hobby for you if you are strapped for cash.

Here in the TPF, we strongly tie high quality equipment to the enjoyment and progression of a person's passion for photography. That simply isn't true.

There are dozens and dozens of options for an aspiring photographer strapped for cash. There are several professional photographer/journalists that use small, inexpensive... P&S cameras (Alex Majoli - magnum photographer). Heck... even 8mp DSLR of a few years ago are more than capable than professional camera bodies several years ago. "Glass" I hear? People were shooting and enjoying photography with manual un-coated lenses less than 2 decades ago.

I know REALLY well how much you can sink into equipment. But don't fool yourself...

There is a difference between sinking $$$ in to equipment versus $$$ into "photography".
There is a difference between making a living from it versus enjoying it as a hobby.

If I were to loose all my equipment and go broke today... nothing would stop me from shooting with my cell phone... and feel lucky doing so.

Agreed. You're a 100% right. I like taking photos and everyone always said that I have a flare for it but I never had the luxury of owning a DSLR before so I'd take photos with a Canon Powershot everywhere I'd go. I've finally saved enough to get a DSLR and two decent lenses but if I were to be burglarized today and lost everything as a result, I'd first try to find the burglar and beat him senseless layball:and retrieve my stuff. But if I can't find the sucker, I'd take mental pictures with my eyes until i buy any kind of camera.

 

[bobbyknight]

Because you don't want to spend lots of money on a DSLR camera as a beginner per your request, you're somewhere between Canon 60D or Nikon D7000 in terms of quality and price.

That said, here are a few past links that will help you decide between the two brands;

http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/...-reviews/231200-canon-60d-vs-nikon-d7000.html

http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/...to-gallery/231459-canon-60d-nikon-7000-a.html


I've decided to get the Nikon D7000 but your opinion and deciding factors could be different so just compare the two models to see which best suites your wants and needs. :idea:

How much did you spent for your d7000?

 

[cfusionpm]

In the original poll, why do the options go from entry Rebel to 7D on Canon, but go from midrange D7000 to high end D700 on Nikon? Odd representation of either brand; neglecting lower end Nikons and higher end Canons and Nikons.

 

[bobbyknight]

In the original poll, why do the options go from entry Rebel to 7D on Canon, but go from midrange D7000 to high end D700 on Nikon? Odd representation of either brand; neglecting lower end Nikons and higher end Canons and Nikons.

Because I'm not really interested with Nikon's entry level DSLRs. I think they're just junk except for D90? Hmm.. D90 is quite decent!

 

[bobbyknight]

I found this exclusive offer as they say, Canon 500D+75-300mm lens+50mm 1.8lens+8gb memory card+backpack for US$ 1,005.20.
Is this really a good deal?

Considering that here, the prices of all DSLRs are higher if you'll compare in the US.