wanting to know about photography and the best cameras.?

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im about to start taking lessons in photography and it's one on one training. i was just curious what the best camera would be to start off with. but i also want a top of the line one if you will, that way i don't need to go bye one in a couple of months to catch up with the times. are the digital cameras with the 35mm lens as good as the film cameras? well any info would be appreciated. thank you.
 
ask the one on one trainer whats best for your leasons

unless you buy a 5d, d3 or 1ds mark 3, any camera you buy today will be out of date in 12 moths

straight up your not ready for the "best camera", do you have a spare $8,ooo for a 1ds? or $49,000 for a hasselblad?

get a entry level nikon or canon and go from there

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Just because you buy a top of the line DSLR today, and it is replaced tomorrow, does not mean that that DSLR is suddenly bad or anything. A DSLR will last you as long as you want it to, or as long as it survives everYday use.

Digital cameras that use interchangeable lenses are called DSLR cameras. DSLRs are good because they offer better build, faster start up, cleaner images, larger sensors, more features, interchangeable lenses, and instant gratification.

Some good entry level DSLR choices might be the Nikon D40, Nikon D60, Canon XSi, or Pentax K200D. They all come with a kit lens, though you might consider looking into a better lens in the future.
 
Hi there!

Well, I have a suggestion for a digital SLR camera for you as an entry model...

The Canon Rebel XTI... It has VERY good quality photos, and a VERY decent shutter speed. It is my pick for someone looking for a digital camera that you can inter change lenses (SLR) and has a fast enough shutter speed to take some great action shots. You have MANY lenses to choose from too.

It comes with one lens and for one additional lens I like the
Canon Zoom Lens EF 16-35mm 1:28 L USM (Ultrasonic)

Hope this helps!
 
In the beginning, learning how to control the cameras various features is the most important aspect. The goal is to be able to use the cameras f/stop, shutter speed, choose the best lens and ISO intuitively ... having to wait to figure out those settings can interfere with the creative process.

So, that is why many photo schools start their students out shooting with a 4x5 view camera ... to slow the process down.

* Setting up the camera, subject and lighting
* Metering the scene.
* Composing the shot
* Focusing the camera
* Transfering the meter reading to the lens (shutter speed and f/stop)
* Loading the film into the back of the camera
* Pre-firing the shutter to get it up to speed
* Removing the dark slide and exposing the film.
* Flipping over the film holder and taking a second, backup shot (no changes in the f/stop or shutter speed)

Most photo programs require the students to use a 35 mm SLR for the first year at least. learning how to compose, expose, develop and print your images.

You can find good used Nikon and Canon 35 mm SLR's with a lens for under $200 on craigslist in a city near you.

Once you have honed your skills using a 35 mm camera when you move to a DSLR (one that will use the same lenses you purchased for the class) you will have already established some excellent habits and your growth as a photographer will continue to grow. Troubleshooting the new digital images will be enhanced because you have experienced most of the problems when learning how to use film and those skills are directly transferable to the digital world
 
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