Nikon D3000 Kit

Whisch to buy - 'Canon Powershot G10' or 'Nikon D3000 Kit'?
Both are quite of the same range.. so kindly judge on the basis of their specifications..

1. Canon PowerShot G10 - Indian Rs. 32,495.00
2. Nikon D3000 Kit (AF-S DX 18-55mm VR f/3.5-5.6G) Indian Rs. 30,950
3. Nikon P90 Indian Rs.25,950

Do tell me which has a better focusing range n which has a better focal length... Its like I'm apparently new to photography n don't quite get the difference right!

Don't think too much, just pick up 'Canon Powershot G10'

2010-02-02 09:38:50 by ~Fire Dacer~

D3000 Kit lens Tiffen 52mm Circular Polarizer Stamford CT March 06 2010

Both are quite of the same range.. so kindly judge on the basis of their specifications..

1. Canon PowerShot G10 - Indian Rs. 32,495.00
2. Nikon D3000 Kit (AF-S DX 18-55mm VR f/3.5-5.6G) Indian Rs. 30,950

Do tell me which has a better focusing range n which has a better focal length... Its like I'm apparently new to photography n don't quite get the difference right!
Im basically a macro-photographer ..
Check my site, http://www.flickr.com/photos/28059183@N0 7/
N u'll understand the kind of photography i like..

Well as others have said they are two quite different types of camera. The Canon G10 is a high end 'point & shoot' compact camera. It will have a macro function, but you will be buying the camera 'as is' as it has no upgradeable (ie interchangeable lens) features. Unlike most compacts though it does have a hotshoe, so opportunities abound for creative off camera flash (quite a few pros use it as a 'carry round' camera).

The Nikon 18-55mm 'kit' lens will not be suitable for the macro you do. I would suggest buying a body only then equipping a suitable macro lens. The Nikkor 60mm macro would be ideal but if the budget doesn't stretch that far, try the Sigma 50mm (or a 105mm for more working distance) macro. I've had good results with the 50mm macro on a D300;
http://www.flickr.com/photos/deepbluepho tography/3797607919/in/set-7215760799708 6637/

You will find that you will achieve a shallower depth of field (something I see a lot of in your images) with a DSLR rather than a compact camera.

2010-02-02 09:35:46 by ~Fire Dacer~

Price: $699.99 $559.00

8 Gigabyte SD Secure Digital Memory Card - Secure Digital USB Card Reader - Universal Memory Card Wallet - Pack of LCD Screen Protectors
Nikon D3000 10MP Digital SLR Camera - Body (Includes manufacturer's supplied accessories)
Well Padded Multi Compartment Gadget Bag with Pockets & Strap - Additional EN-EL9 Reachargeable Lithium ion Replacement Battery

Both will be 600 dollars. Which is the better buy? I can't go over 600 so these are my 2 options. I don't want a Nikon D40x or D60, they are basically a hyped up D40 and the D40 has the better flash sync.

It depends on what you want from your photography. If you plan on enlarging you photos the d3000 has almost twice the mega pixels. On the other hand, the 18-105 lens would be more handy than the 18-55. I have used the 18-55 and although there is nothing wrong with it, it is a very short zoom. The d3000 however, I think is your best choice because it has more frames per second, a bigger lcd screen, almost four times the auto focus areas, and has more mega pixels, which if you plan on enlarging or croping anything, is good. The only advantage I see for the d40 is the 18-105 lens. So since you can buy another lens later when you have more money to burn, I would recomend the d3000.

2009-08-30 07:53:30 by beautifuldisaster

Specifically designed for Nikon D3000 and D5000
High Quality Lenses

photoace is wrong. the nikon d40 has a flash sync speed of 1/500. the flash cannot sync up to 1/4000. also the x-sync is only 1/500. there might be an exception to this, meaning you might be able to use a flash and sync it up to 1/4000, if you have a really old flash that doesn't communicate well with the camera. but 99% of the time you cannot flash sync faster then 1/500.

but personally i do think the nikon d40 is better. it has a faster x-sync and flash sync (you can use the flash at a faster shutter speed), although the iso can only go down to 200 it is automatically set at 200 on all auto settings, this will make your camera faster and your pictures brighter, it is cheaper, and even though the d40 has less mp 90% of people will be fine with 6.1. you will only need more if you want to blow your pictures up bigger then 13x11. so my advise is go with the d40.

2009-12-20 09:25:39 by hugi87

i was curious if this camera can take good pictures at night or in darker places. i know there are many cameras when they only take good pictures in the daytime. i love to take pictures but currently, all i have is a phone with a camera in it. and the quality isn't that good. if this one doesn't take good pictures at night as well as day, then do you have any recommendations for other cameras that hopefully aren't too expensive? please don't answer if you don't know what your talking about. thanks.

Hello Rebecca.

I bought my first 35mm film SLR in July of 1971 and have been learning about and enjoying photography ever since.

Low light photography, especially without using a flash, is aided by a fast lens like the Nikon AF-S 50mm f1.4G. The slow (f3.5-5.6) kit lens is not a good lens for low light situations. Photography is defined as "painting or drawing with light" so a lens with more light-gathering ability is needed indoors or in other low light situations.

If the above paragraph is confusing then you really should consider taking a couple of photography classes if possible. If you can't take classes then you need to begin reading these books:

"Understanding Exposure" & "Understanding Shutter Speed", both by Bryan Peterson.

"Digital SLR Handbook" by John Freeman.

Rebecca, simply buying a camera like the Nikon D3000 will not magically enable you to begin making good pictures under varying conditions. You have to be willing to invest the time required to learn how to use the camera by READING & STUDYING the Owner's Manual and by taking classes or doing the additional reading I suggested. Doing all three would be your best choice. If you aren't willing to do this then you might want to reconsider spending $600.00 for what will likely become a fancy paperweight.

Carpenters and plumbers and mechanics and electricians all attend classes to learn their trades.

One doesn't simply pick up a hammer and declare that that they are a carpenter.

One doesn't pick up a pair of wire strippers and a roll of electrical tape and declare that they are an electrician.

One doesn't simply buy a DSLR and declare that they are a photographer.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/drifter45h/ 4048797582/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/drifter45h/ 3982233634/

Good luck.

2009-11-01 19:51:39 by Rebecca