My search for a entry-level camera!

[Thanatos]

Hello everyone. I'm looking for a good quality, under $350-$400 DSLR or DSLR-like, entry- to moderate-level camera.

I have a Fujifilm FinePix S1800, and I'm ready for a better camera. It's fine, but I really want a camera that acts much more like a real film camera. And it's color quality really sucks. I want a camera that has many advanced features, but enough basic ones too. I would like the option to change out lenses. I just want the pictures to look great, colorful, and sharp.

So can anyone help me out? I really want to get into photography, but its just so expensive. Oh, and I'm 14.

 

[voyagerfan99]

If you can wing $450 B&H has the Rebel T3 kit for that price.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/753766-REG/Canon_5757B002_EOS_Rebel_T3_Digital.html

The other option is to check on eBay for some used DSLR's like a Rebel T1i or so. Might also be able to get an older model EOS model like a 20D or maybe even a 30D.

 

[Thanatos]

What's the difference between a T3 and a T3i?

 

[voyagerfan99]

This will give you specifics, but it's a fairly large jump

http://snapsort.com/compare/Canon-T3-vs-Canon-T3i

 

[Thanatos]

wow. The T3i really kicks butt. Its the one that I had wanted originally, but it's just way too expensive. for a 14 year old.

How about these?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16830180444
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16830113326

And BTW, that website 'snapsort' is amazing. This website is going to be a HUGE help. thanks!

 

[voyagerfan99]

Never really seen cameras like that Lumix before.

As for the D3000, it's a good entry level camera. I don't know Nikons all that well personally (I use Canon). You might want to look for a kit though because lenses are expensive.

 

[Thanatos]

Hey, would a Rebel T3 fit an old AE-1 lens? because that would kick butt. I have a big long lens from my AE 1, and if it did fit, I wouldnt have to buy a lens.

 

[voyagerfan99]

I'm pretty sure most old lenses would fit on there. Not sure though.

 

[Thanatos]

Because if I could put one of these bad boys on this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005LW580O/ref=s9_simh_gw_p421_d0_g421_i3?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0MV1V24CWMQQ89CKJYHG&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846

I'll be in business. But if not, should i stick with this lens:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004J3Y9U6/ref=s9_simh_gw_p421_d0_g421_i4?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0MV1V24CWMQQ89CKJYHG&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846

Or should I buy the body only and this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0011NVMO8/ref=s9_simh_gw_p421_d0_g421_i2?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0MV1V24CWMQQ89CKJYHG&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846
?

 

[Justin]

FD lenses won't simply mount onto EF or EF-S bodies. You'll need an adapter.
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Mount-Adapter-Infinity-Focus/dp/B001D8X72G

If you want a DSLR-like camera. I suggest the Canon SX40. The 24-840mm lens is convenient.
http://www.amazon.com/Canon-SX40-HS-Stabilized-Vari-Angle/dp/B005MTMFHU

 

[Thanatos]

Would using an adapter like that be a good idea for a beginner?

 

[Justin]

I don't see why it wouldn't.

 

[Thanatos]

Well I don't know the first thing about setting the aperture size.

 

[Justin]

Use the aperture ring on the lens itself.

 

[Thanatos]

I know that, but I wouldn't know what to set it to according to each shot.

 

[voyagerfan99]

I know that, but I wouldn't know what to set it to according to each shot.

It's called experimenting.

 

[Thanatos]

Gotcha. Experimenting will be really easy on a digital camera.

 

[mx344]

Dude, save you self some money, and go used, I got my 450d, which has the same spec as T3, and I got it for 285 bucks, looks brand new...Also feels better in hand, T3, is...cheap feeling to me.

Enjoy!

 

[I_BUILD_NASTYS]

I have a sony nex 3 and a nex 5 laying around. Their both in great working order. If you like we can make a deal on one.