rahi_ben_misha

<p>Nikon D7100 and new 80-400mm lens review by Scott Kelby shooting down at the ice rink. Indoor sports all the way: </p>

<p>Anyone thinking of using the new Canon SL1 as a streetshootin special? <br /><br />I quite like the idea of a carrying a small EF-lens compatible platform and a couple of primes (EF 35/2.0 and EF-85/1.8) when I travel downtown.</p>

<p>I must admit that on paper it looks like a very interesting platform for travel and street photography. Of course there's the EOS M, and the Oly E5 (which is such a snazzy lil camera!) but as you rightly point out, there is the matter of EOS compatibility right out of the box which is very compelling. </p>

<p>I use Nikons 60mm f2.8 G micro for copy work in galleries (and for portraits) on a D300. It's really good.</p>

<p>How about the new Rebel SL1? It'll handle the 16-35 and 50/1.4 very nicely all in a tidy lil package.</p>

<p>Thanks everyone. Paul, agreed. I've never handled Sony cameras before and stuck with Nikon over Canon for years because I preferred their handling. I mostly shoot RAW, and in Manual exposure and with my D300 I have absolutely no problems adjusting Aperture and Shutter Speed in any situation. <br /><br />The reason why I struggled to find any of the newer models is because so few of the brick and mortar stores stock them. <br /><br />I can buy online from Israeli back-room dealers but I only know of three that hold merchandise I can go in and handle and only one has decent prices but i have to call 48hrs before to make sure before I bus in to Tel Aviv on a monthly shopping spree. I live 3.5 hrs drive away!<br /><br />James, Howard, thanks for the links. I see you are using high-IQ glass with your A65; makes sense. That 24MP sensor would likely trash any consumer lens. </p>

<p>James, what are your thoughts on the 18-55 vs 18-135 zooms?</p>

<p>Having read DPReview and Steve Huff photo's reviews I'm inclined to believe the A57 is the best bang for the buck. <br /><br /><a href="http://snapsort.com/compare/Nikon_D300-vs-Sony-A65">Snapsort</a>, however, rates the A65 as better than the Nikon D300; while suggesting the D300 trumps the A57. <br>

I would prefer to get input from some real live photographers rather than a computer :) </p>

 

<p>The good news is that I fund a reputable local dealer who has the following kit bundles available:</p>

<ul>

<li>A37K; 18-55 - (most affordable; but comes with a cheap kit zoom. This will leave me money for a fast 35mm or 50mm prime.)</li>

<li>A57K; 18-55 - (This will leave me money for a fast 50mm prime.)</li>

<li>A57M; 18-135 - (is the 18-135 a better lens than the 18-55?)</li>

<li>A65V; 18-55 - (latest camera body with the cheapest zoom?)</li>

</ul>

<p>I'm tempted to pay more for lenses and less for bodies; however as this is my 1st foray into the Sony line I want to make sure I have a camera that has <strong>accurate AF</strong> and <strong>doesn't overheat</strong> if used for more than an half hour (esp as I'm in the middle east with temperatures averaging in the mid to late 30's throughout most of the year.) <br /><br />What do you guys think?</p>

<p>I've never used focus peaking. Admittedly I haven't manual focused a lens since I traded in my Nikon EM and 50/1.8 7 years ago. </p>

<p>James, thanks. <br /><br />David; that's a valid point. There look to be a lot of options which is great! </p>

<p>Thanks James. I just took a look at the available lenses here and prices vary from very cheap to very expensive. I think perhaps it is because the market is so small. <br>

My budget seems to indicate I could buy a body (+kit zoom) and a fast-ish prime and have a little change over. <br /><br />Alternatively, do you know if the Tamron 17-55/2.8 (w/out motor) would work on the Sony cameras or are they built like the Nikons that don't have a screw drive for lenses?</p>

<p>Hi</p>

<p>I'm looking to replace my Nikon D300; 18-105 VR zoom and 35/1.8 AF-S lenses. I'm open to using Sony tech, partially because of the built-in image stabilisation, high-ISO performance as well as well as their video capabilities. I don't have pro-Nikon glass and only a handful of consumer lenses so switching won't be a problem - if that's the path I take. </p>

<p>I mostly shoot street and landscape; plus the occasional outdoor concert that takes place at night or a maybe a local barmitzvah (where video is more in demand than stills; though it would be great if I could select stills from the video). </p>

<p>Locally (I live in Israel) there seem to be very few choices when it comes to Sony SLRs. Budget-wise the SLT-A35 & SLT-A55 are within my reach, but I would need a good general purpose zoom (18-50mm range) and a decent fast prime (30mm and 70mm focal lengths) as well. <br>

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Any thoughts on which body to go with and an appropriate lens would be appreciated!<br>

thanks<br>

<br>

Rachi</p>

 

<p>So Nik will become just another filter option in Picasa; alongside the Holga feature</p>

<p>Obviously this should have been explained better. Bruce, I would say that you seem to be rather well-versed in the specs of two certain cameras to be able to make that comment. <br /><br />So, buy the newer one, or buy a Canon S100. It has the same focal length of the R1 and a faster aperture, and a lot more besides. There, it's settled now. </p>

<p>@David I have used the G9's viewfinder probably 10 times in all the years I have owned it. I live in the Middle East and bright sunlight has never been a problem when it comes to using the LCD to compose.<br>

<br />@JC Uknz I'm prepared to spend $1000 which would secure me either a NEX 3K + 18-55 ($750) or a 5ND + 2 kit lenses ($1000).<br>

<br />In the long run I may invest in an adaptor and a nice MF prime or two.<br>

<br />@Marc noted. I plan to carry it with me in my messenger-style bag alongside my Galaxy and a bottle of water, etc.</p>

<p>My G9 has quit on me twice and I wont spend money on a third repair.</p>

<p>Looking to replace my ageing Powershot G9 with an interchangeable lens camera that is still small enough to carry with me on a daily basis.<br>

<br />I'm considering the Sony NEX F3 and 5N series; though leaning more towards the 3 because it doesn't have a touchscreen. The 7 is too expensive - I may as well buy into SLR territory at that price and it makes more sense to spend more on lenses than a body.<br>

<br />I shoot my G9 mostly in manual mode - IM pretty adapt at getting the settings I want using the histogram, and I also have the two custom modes set for C 1) B&W street shots and C 2) portrait headshots. I work mostly in good light for travel and street photography as well as the obligatory party shots. I love the sharp- image stabilised images it produces.</p>

<p>Thoughts, comments are most welcome</p>

<p>Rahi</p>

<p>Nice photos, but these were shot outdoors, in good light etc, etc. Nothing to worry about, move along...</p>

<p>Thanks Scott. This gives me more impetus to buy into that series again. Probably a 'lightly used' 1D Mark II when the time comes. </p>

<p>Scott, I did some research and the term Canon use is Multi-spot Metering.</p>

<p>As I was able to take multiple exposure readings with the 1D Mk i I assume all the 1D models since then have this. However, perhaps I should rephrase my question: as a new 1D one will be beyond my budget so I'm curious as to whether the XXD models have this function too?</p>

<p>Hi everyone</p>

<p>I see the new 1D is out and Im sure it is amazing! I used to own the 1st 1D (4MP) and sold it nearly three years ago when I was laid off. I hope to be in a position soon to buy a new setup. I have posted elsewhere re. Nikon but seeing the new 1D I decided to ask a specific question re. this camera range:</p>

<p>My favourite feature of the 1d was the ability to take multiple exposures of a composition, save them, and then get an an average for the whole shot. I really valued this feature and want to know what other Canon cameras - 40D? 50D? 60? 7D - have it (as I do not see me having the cash for the new 1D just yet :-))?</p>

<p>Thanks</p>

<p>Rachi</p>

<p>Thanks Matt.</p>

<p>I have a B+W on my 35/1.8 and I will probably buy another one to go with the Sig 85/1.4</p>

<p>Thanks for your replies. What are your thoughts on glare - the light here is pretty harsh and flat for most of the time?</p>