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Should I get a used x-pro1 and new glass or a new x-t10 with the 16-50 kit lens? Assuming the two options are the same price.
Bronica SQ-A & 150mm f3.8 vs Contax G1 & 90mm Sonnar f2.8
I want a film camera for portraiture, which one would you pick?
gv-1 or gv-2 for gr? or other company?
>>2870832
>120 vs 35mm
>SLR vs rangefinder
The Bronica, obviously. Medium format SLRs are pretty much made exactly for portraits.
X100S/T or Ricoh GR for a carry everywhere camera that will also be my only camera?
>>2870870
I bought the Voightlander 28mm finder and it was a great little finder. I honestly never used it though, I ended up preferring the LCD screen over using a finder. I would offer it to you but I sold it a few weeks ago.
>>2870874
why lcd? bc vf is optical? or something else?
>>2870879
Adding the viewfinder makes it that much bigger and more awkwardly shaped for putting in my jacket pocket, you can't see where the camera is focusing or any exposure data or anything like that if you want it, and the LCD works perfectly fine for me. I think the latency on the LCD is low enough and the brightness is high enough in anything except for very bright direct sunlight.
I like having the LCD set up to have no information or numbers or grids any of that shit cluttering up your view initially, but then once you half-press the shutter it shows the exposure information so you can quickly make sure the camera didn't pick any retarded settings or you didn't accidentally set the ISO to 25600 in broad daylight or something like that.
>>2870881
thats true. the gv-1 is $100 so i really am considering it, the hud is nice tho
>>2870873
why get a fixed lens camera as your only camera? go with a fuji x-t10/x-t1 and whatever lens fits your fancy so you have options in the future, its small (very similar in size to the 100t) and not inflexible
>>2870871
>Medium format SLRs are pretty much made exactly for portraits.
What about tlrs? Street?
>do hours/tons of research about first dslr
>on slight budget so decide on nikon d3300, great photo quality, etc
>check it out at box store to just handle it before I buy
>goddamned camera is too fucking small for my long ass fingers
I picked up the d5500 and even though smaller the grip feels so much better....deeper if that makes sense. But of course it cost a few hundred more.
My question is does the older versions like the d5300 or d5200 have the same bigger handle?
Anyone have a recommendation for a good DSLR camera strap?
>>2870911
that one which comes with your gear
>>2870916
I got mine secondhand and it did not come with one.
>>2870917
whatever one is $2 second hand on ebay or at your local thrift shop
>>2870911
Look up a slide strap on eBay, or buy a Black Rapid if you're into name brands. If you're a casual, maybe a Gordy's strap.
>>2870907
I made that mistake unfortunately. I won $500 off a photo comp and decided to get my first dslr and I didn't do that much touchy-feely. Though on the plus side its light as shit compared to the D7200 with its magnesium frame and everything. I've pretty much shot myself in the foot as far as upgrading any time soon.
Also for my own question, what are good suggestions for upgrading from a D3300? My budget is about $1000, and I'd either want something more powerful to replace the D3300 for work, or something smaller for travelling/when I can't carry a DSLR.
Whats a good p&s strap that will go on an x70
>>2870922
I like the Peak Design Leash for my x100s, imagine it will be fine with the x70 as well.
Tokina 11-16 or Canon 10-22 for nightclub photography (mainly)...?
I think the 2.8 of the Tokina will help with overview shots. The Canon goes 3.5 and I shoot a 60D so the high ISO performance isn't that great... Tokina is sharper IIRC.
But I can get a 10-22 for half the price new while the Tokina is used. FUARK. Would the extra 200 euros be worth it?
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>>2870931
I'm not sure what the Canon is like but the Tokina 12-24 f4 might also be worth considering, it can be found under $300, it's sexual in build quality, and is sharp even wide open at 12mm.
Best cheap external flash unit?
>>2870790
What lenses could you recommend for the Olympus OM-1 (or OM series in general)? I have now got the standard Zuiko 50mm, a Vivitar 35-70mm (which is supposed to be a crap lens but I like it very much) and a Sigma 75-250mm which I hate because it's flimsy, but I got it nearly for free).
>>2870911
Peak Design
>>2870907
Nikons big boy cameras are the D7x00 series, so go figure.
If you want ergonomics on a budget then the current options are Pentax K-50 or a second hand well kept unicorn Nikon D300s
Noob here who has been lurking and trying to figure out what camera/lens to buy.
I will be visiting China during 4 months and I plan to use that opportunity to get better at photography. I will mainly be photographing people, streets and landscapes. So I need a camera/lens that...
- is easy to travel with
- won't make me a primary target of thieves
- allows me to "grow"
- isn't overly expensive since I'm a beginner
The Sony A6000 looks promising from reviews I've read and videos I've watched, except that the kit lens doesn't seem to get much praise (maybe it's good enough though?). Is getting a cheap vintage lens a viable option?
What are your recommendations, /p/? Preferably $700-800 or less...
What do you suggest for a first camera film or digital?
Which model for begginer/cheap tier?
>>2871077
>The Sony A6000 looks promising from reviews I've read and videos I've watched, except that the kit lens doesn't seem to get much praise (maybe it's good enough though?).
The a6000 is a good choice. The kit lens isn't anything special (no kit lens really is), but it is good enough. Most of the distortion issues it has can be fixed in post. It's sharpness and speed are all acceptable, and it is small as hell.
I'd recommend a 50mm prime lens with it too. Probably a good place to start.
>Is getting a cheap vintage lens a viable option?
Very much so. Especially on the a6000. It has a short flange distance, so it can adapt almost any lens ever made.
Check this site out:
>http://phillipreeve.net/blog/manual-minolta-lens-ratings/
Almost everything listed is under $100.
>>2871085
Thank you. When you say 50mm, do you mean after multiplying it by 1.5 (APS-C to FF)? Or actually putting a 50mm lens on the A6000?
I'm quite new to this as you can see.
>>2871096
Get a 50mm for portraits and 35mm for general shooting stuff.
>>2871096
Get a lens that is labeled 50mm. The crop factor is just exactly that, a crop factor (i.e. the image is 1.5x smaller than a full frame/35mm sensor). I love my 50mm even though it means I usually miss a shot because my fov is too small
>>2871126
>How do I get decent at taking photos in 2 months (before my trip)?
Practice. Try out settings, different kind of subjects, look at lots of photos (Flickr etc...) and try to imitate them. And don't forget to enjoy taking the photos first. The whole thing becomes pointless when it becomes a chore.
Also Aperture priority for subject separation, shutter priority for freezing time or blurring movement, manual for panorama shots. Stay away from the more automated sweeping panorama bullshit. And get a light travel tripod.
>>2871126
>How do I get decent at taking photos in 2 months (before my trip)?
Take as many pictures as you can in varying light/times of the day. This way you know how the hardware works so you don't accidentally take a bunch of photos at iso 6400 outside on a bright sunny day.
Look around the web, there are lots of guides all over the web. Here is a simple enough one that explains iso/aperture/shutter speed:
>http://www.bocphotography.com/guide-aperture-shutter-speed-iso-exposure-triangle/
Also look into lightroom. It can correct a lot of mistakes.
But honestly, you can shift it to Auto mode and hit most photos decent enough to share with friends/family.
I have been looking for an olympus xa on eBay, but i cant find a good deal and im running out of patience. Are there any less known alternatives. Quality and portability alike.
>>2871080
Bump
>>2871143
Digital, your phone will do nicely.
For an ILC camera you can start with a Pentax K-50/K-S2, Nikon D3300 or Sony A6000
>>2871063
Get the 135mm for portraits
what do you guys think about the lumix g7 ? Was going for the a6000 but i have a good deal on the g7, does vintage lense will work fine on it ?
It will mostly used to shot portrait, object, street... And maybe video, does the kit lense will be enought to start ?
Any recommended small pocket cameras for cheap?
Absolute beginner here:
Should i buy a Nikon B700 or D3200?
I want to Film (YouTube/Indoor) and public events (outdoor). Pictures only public events, and animals in front of my door. Maybe a few other things later...
On the B700 i like the megazoom, because i want to use the camera at rallys/demonstrations and riots.
>>2870893
>X-T10
This right here.
I was on the verge of getting the x100t, but it seems stupid to limit yourself to one lens!
The xt10 is really compact, like pictures don't do it justice.
>>2871226
Thanks for the advice, I bought a quite new-looking Zuiko 135mm for €30 on the Dutch equivalent of fleabay. Would you recommend any other stuff? I have some leniency in my budget due to some surprise income. I was looking at a Bronica Zenza which is offered for €200 but idk if I should continue to improve and invest on/in the OM-1 or just go for it.
I'm looking at either a Pentax 67, Hasselblad 500cm or maybe even a mamiya 7. I mainly do a mix of landscape and portrait photography.
>>2871275
Which one would be the best to buy?
>>2871276
Mamiya 7
I'm in the market for a Nikon D5500 and I've been looking all over the place to buy it for 600-700 dollars. I wont be able to buy it from any retailer like Best Buy or Nikon's website, as they sell for around 900 there, so I've gone on a hunt through the internet.
I have a few candidates so far and I was wondering if you guys could help me out. Apologies for any of my ignorance when discussing this topic/if this isn't really allowed on the board:
I first was wondering whether I should buy from DigiRev, as I have seen their videos and feel like I can trust them. I did a bit of research and found out they were more or less grey market.. So the warranty would be basically non-existent.
Then I looked through ebay and found a few sellers with amazingly high review rates and lots of products sold, plus they were offering good deals. I'm still unsure to this as... you know, Ebay.
Finally, I read up and saw that buying refurbished isn't all too bad.. So I think my safest bet is to buy from an amazon seller...
What do you guys think?
>>2871285
I think you should get a used Nikon D7000
>>2871230
Your phone.
>>2871285
why the fuck would you get a d5k
>>2871338
Because he doesn't know he can't use the great cheap screwdrive AF lenses and has to pay 3-5x more for the modern shittier optics.
>>2871341
I'm all for screwdriver lenses, especially on a budget, but plenty of AF-S lenses have better optics than their screwdriver equivalents. At worst they're the same optically, I can't think of any that are worse. I will admit a lot of the AF-S ones are a downgrade in build quality, though.
But yeah, I would never buy a brand new D5x00 when you can get an older used D7x00 for the same price or less.
>>2871346
That is not the point. The gimped mount on the D3x00/D5x00 makes it impossible to use AF on the screwdrive lenses, making them manual only without proper metering effectively reducing the lens options on those cameras, especially when you are on a budget.
It's just stupid to go for those cameras, especially new. Except when the only lens he will use is the kit lens, but in that case he is in the wrong neighborhood.
>>2871348
For people looking for new the Pentax cameras give much more value for their money.
anybody have thoughts on
7dii + sigma 18-35 1.8 image quality vs 5diii + canon 24-70 2.8?
im currently leaning towards the former... seems like an awesome combo for a really good price. if i bought the former new id be spending a little less than $2000. if i bought both of the latter used itd still run me over $3000.
>>2871366
7DII is newer tech in both AF and sensor than the 5Dinosaur
>>2871338
>>2871341
>>2871346
>>2871348
>>2871349
Oh jesus. I had a few friends suggest it. While I really do enjoy photography, this is my first DSLR I'll own. I have a budget of 700 dollars. What do you guys suggest if its not the Nikon D5500? To put in perspective what else I've been thinking about, are the Canon Rebels any good? Thank you.
>>2871383
Used higher end model is a better idea than new entry level gimped shit 9 times out of 10. The same goes for Nikon or Canon.
>>2871383
Pentax K-S2, K-50, used K-3, used Nikon D7100
>>2871235
I've read that nikon has really bad focus jumping with video compared to canon
>>2871394
Eh.. Not a huge fan of the Pentax series. The D7100 is decent but I don't like the larger robust feel of it. Plus no rotating screen and no touch screen. Small things but, the Nikon D5500 just seems more comfortable...
>>2871425
Rotating and touch screen are just a novelty, no real use on a camera.
Also you are arguing about a body. See what the lens are capable of and buy the body for it. That is how it should be not the other way around.
>>2871435
I see, I can't really argue with that. Alright, I'll consider the multiple suggestions you guys have given to me. If anyone has anything else they'd like to suggest, I'll be around this tread for another day or so
>>2871055
What camera? Most likely Yongnu
>>2871235
Never get a bridge camera.
I really want a GR, but I'm getting nervous about this whole dust issue. Is it that big of a deal?
>>2871351
Yeah, until you want to invest in quality lenses for decent prices
>implying only mirrorless cameras can adapt old lenses
>wanting to use small compact fast 50mm lenses when you can use huge slow ones instead
I was buying some Bronica lenses on KEH and I saw they had this adapter for sale for dirt cheap and I just had to get it just because it's so ridiculous. Good thing the adapter has a tripod foot on it because this is hilariously front-heavy.
Also I ordered a 67mm Nikon lens cap and they accidentally sent me an SB-17 speedlight instead, I guess somebody really fucked up and misread LC-67 as SB-17.
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>>2871227
g7 has a micro four thirds sensor. These sensors are pretty small and have noise issues at laughably low iso settings.
It is cheaper for a reason, the a6000 is better in every way.
>>2871468
You mean all those FA and DA Limited primes and Star lenses? Also the new D-FA lenses?
>>2871244
XT1 is better.
XT10 autofocuses slow as fuck.
Yeah, I'm really sure stuff like the FA 31 1.8 ($1,000) is totally worth literally twice as much as Nikon's 35mm 1.8G($500), or $400 more than the 28mm 1.8G ($600)
>>2871482
>deliberately selecting the most expensive lens
How about the DA 40 Limited or the DA 15 Limited or the DA* 16-50 etc...
>>2871482
How about the DA 35/2.4 and DA 50/1.8 for $200 total?
>>2871482
sorry meant for >>2871477
D-FA, macro lenses, WOOOOOOW. If you're ok with manual focus (and with macro, you'd better be) you can get optically excellent Micro-Nikkors for less than $100.
>>2871484
Yes, let's compare uncommon focal lengths like 40mm instead of incredibly desirable standards like 28 and 35.
>>2871487
Try closer to $300, $144 and $117 respectively. I'd rather get 35mm 1.8 and a 50 1.8 Nikkors for a few tens of dollars more and have consistent apertures instead, especially since they can be found used very easily.
>>2871463
same problem here
>>2871490
I dunno, I got my babby primes for less than $200. Maybe you just live in a shitty place with retarded taxes or something.
Can you guys recommend a good camera for film? I don't intend to take photographs, and if I do, I intend to take few.
>>2871500
I honestly thought you were asking for a film camera that you were going to carry around but not take photos with, and I was about to suggest you buy whatever you can find as long as it says Leica on it.
But as far as recommending a video camera, I have no idea.
>>2871499
Those were American B&H prices. Here in Japan the 50mm is about the same but the 35mm is 22,000 yen or around $220. Sounds like you got a steal, nice.
Pentax is kind of a ghost system in Island China, nobody really uses it anymore. They just can't compete with Nikon, Canon, Sony, and Fuji. I've seen a lot more people with ancient film Pentaxes than with digital. The gear is really hard to find and many places don't bother carrying it so it really gives off a death spiral vibe. No availability so no users, no users so no availability.
>>2871503
Sorry, I completely forgot about film using cameras. Videos are my only intention, for clarity.
>>2871507
lol
You should cut back on the anime and masturbation.
I can't find a concrete answer to this question anywhere on the internet...
Will any modern tripod work with a TLR camera? I'm looking for one for my Mamiya C33 but I'm not sure about what heads will fit it.
Looking for something pretty cheap, about to go on a road trip and wanted to have it for trip but need to also save money for trip.
>>2871529
Sorry should have said what heads will work well with it* not just fit it
>>2871529
>Will any modern tripod work with a TLR camera? I'm looking for one for my Mamiya C33 but I'm not sure about what heads will fit it.
I can't tell you which tripods will work "best" with it, but as far as which will fit - the standard tripod mounting screw size is 1/4"-20 threads (some bigger and/or older cameras take a 3/8"-16 thread screw) and that's the size that fits the C33. So since you don't need to find some weird sized tripod, just look up reviews of popular tripods and find one you like. The fact that you're using a C33 and/or a TLR shouldn't affect your options.
>>2871540
Thanks anon! I wanted to make sure the standard hadn't changed before I bought one.
Any recommendations for budget tripods that will withstand the bulk of this thing?
>>2871544
You could buy a very cheap used one and make your own legs from sturdy round wood. Could look really nice too, if you give it a nice lacquer. This would give a nice price/quality ratio.
Or just buy the most sturdy used one you can find.
>>2871546
I like the lacquer idea, never thought of that
>>2871529
yes
tripod screws are standard
>>2871544
Buy used from KEH or something, there's rock solid brick shithouse aluminum Manfrottos and stuff going for dirt cheap because everyone wants meme carbon fiber now.
>>2871553
Yeah it just came up, now that I think of it, I might even try it myself. I got a very flimsy tripod for free, just chopping off the legs and adding wooden ones would be a fun project. The weight of the wood would make it quite stable. Of couse, retractable legs are somewhat more work, but it shouldn't be rocket science. Even so, there's always a question thread on /diy/
Here's something I just found, the plan for the legs seems quite thorough. And of course, everything wood becomes better with lacquer or oil treatment
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>>2871560
Forgot to add the link, sorry
http://www.cloudynights.com/page/articles/cat/articles/how-to/making-a-sturdy-wood-tripod-r1270
>>2871249
I'm kind of in the same boat.
I have an OM-1 which has sentimental value. It has a 50mm lens f1.8 and is it wise to invest glass on it? I believe it's lenses already isn't supported even by the Olympus MFT.
I'm planning to get a 28mm and a 100 or 135 mm focal length.
Are Olympus Zuiko lenses inferior to other lenses like Nikons?
>>2871586
if the camera works for you and you like to use it, i dont know why you wouldn't buy glass for it. olympus om system lenses are pretty cheap right now and plenty of em are high quality with the exception of a few duds, just like canon and nikon glass of the same era.
>>2871137
Guys?
So I want to buy a medium format camera.
I don't know if I should get a mamiya rb67, rz67, or something else. I'm looking to shoot portraits and landscape. Also, is there much difference between the rz67 pro and the pro II?
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Would the A6000 with a 50mm f/1.8 OSS Prime Lens be a good buy? I'm not really familiar with lenses but I'm looking for an all purpose lens.
>>2871618
50mm is a great all around lens, but it is a fixed focal length. A little long on FE maybe.
Might want a zoom instead. The pancake zoom is actually pretty good for what it is.
First post on this board. I'm having a baby soon and would like to buy a new camera so as to not rely on crappy cell phone.
When I take photos to list on ebay I use an older canon powershoot but the lack of view finder always angers me. but other than that I consider it pretty good. I dont care about portability.
Is there a decent camera that still has a viewfinder?
If someone can recommend a pretty good camera with a viewfinder I would appreciate it.
If there is a highend commonly available used model I would consider that also. I'm not spending more than $500.
>>2871659
If you want great IQ in a small package, Fuji X20 has an optical VF and X30 has EVF, easily available under $500.
>>2871611
RZ 67II apparently has things like half shutter speeds, better compatibility with digital backs, two frame counters, and little nuances that you probably won't notice.
Also you probably already know it, but both the RB and RZ are Xbox levels of huge.
My girlfriend does a lot of hiking and I currently send her with my EOS M with an EFS 10-18mm IS STM lens and converter.
What would be a good "landscape" camera with a wide lens, compact size, and RAW capability? Super-extra-bonus points for a viewfinder.
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>>2871677
An EOS M, with the EF-S 10-18 and adapter, and a viewfinder.
>>2871678
Those pyramids that go on the back of the camera to view the LCD? They are big and shitty. At that point I might as well send her with my 70d.
>>2871680
I think he meant the EVF-DC1.
>>2871684
But it's only for the EOS M3 and some other models, not including the original bar of soap that I have.
>>2871686
Buy an M3 then.
>>2870790
What kind of protections do sensors have?
I hear MICL(and I assume DSLRs too) cameras have asheet of tough glass over the sensor. Is that true? How easy is it to fuck up that glass? Is it replacable?
>>2871749
Yes there's a thin layer of coated glass to protect the sensor. If you scratched it while attempting to clean it, you probably just scratched the coating which is usually around a couple hundred to get replaced (Might be more; don't quote me). If you cracked the glass then there is a good chance that the sensor is fucked too and it's going to be expensive for that.
Hey, I'm going to japan in a couple days and I'm gonna go to akiba on day 1 to pick up a camera to use. I want something pretty portable. Is there any specific bit of kit I should look out for that tends to be a bargain? At the rate I'm probably getting a pentax Q7 for about ¥19,980 or 268 AUD based on the cash I just had changed, but I would like to spend less than that if possible and the camera is still decent. I really wanted a Lumix GM1 from the start but I'll probably just keep the GM5 as an aspirational for another time in order to save some travel money.
>>2871752
>couple hundred
So not really worth replacing on a beginner model. Do surface scratches really degrade image quality?
I have a spec of dust/dirt/pollen/dried-jizz on mine I am pretty sure I could remove with a q-tip or something....
>>2871760
You can most likely use a credit card in Akiba if you are buying new.
I'd recommend a Sony a6000/a5000 or Fuji XT1 actually.
The Q7 is little more than a point and shoot, it wont be much better than a cellphone.
>>2871764
How is this thing?
>>2871771
It is ancient. Pretty solid camera though. Combined with the SELP1650 you have a great, compact vacation cam.
I woukd go for at least a NEX-5N so you can use the evf they have.
>>2871781
Just keep in mind that the newer the body you buy, the faster the autofocus and the better th lowlight performance.
Sensor size is important too. APS-C is about thr smallest I would go. Micro four thirds just has way too much noise at even low iso.
Oh and if you buy used in Japan, the OS will most likely be Japanese. Somebodies have hacks that unlock other languages though (I know a7 series does for sure, dunno about the rest). I hope your日本語 is up to snuff.
>>2871785
It seems like they largely use katakana for that kind of thing?
>>2871787
A mix really. Quite a lot of Kanji.
Can get by the most basic of settings with just katakana though I guess.
>>2871785
>>2871787
>>2871789
I've bought a Canon, 2 Nikons, and a Fuji in Japan and they were all easily set to English. If you buy it at a shop I'm sure the clerk will even set it to English for you if you grunt and gesture effectively enough.
In Akiba and other touristy places many of the electronics stores have at least one staff member who can speak English as well.
>>2871795
A lot of companies now sell a worldwide version and domestic.
Domestic is usually cheaper and only has Japanese as a language option.
>>2871796
I've been living here for 3 years and I have yet to find any cameras that don't have other language options.....I wouldn't be surprised if Sony did that, though.
>>2871800
I have seen it on Pentax, Lumix, and Sony.
Haven't actually used a Japanese model Canon/Nikon. The are so dirt cheap in the states or grey market from gong kong that it isn't worth buying in Japan.
5D2 being sold very cheap but the seller says that one AF point is wonky and autofocusing facing harsh light is also wonky.
Is this normal or is the thing dying?
>>2871805
Kek, as if anyone needed any more reasons not to buy those brands
I wouldn't be surprised if Sony investigated making languages paid add-ons
>>2871812
It is dying. Also forget the 5Dinosaurs, get a newer Aps-c. UWA on crop is more accesible today and the new tech in the AF and the sensor can actually benefit you on an 80D or 70D, or on the 7DII.
>>2871816
Alright, thanks.
Well I just want a canon ff camera, and these used 5d2 are so cheap today.
https://www.amazon.com/Fotasy-N35-Mount-Mirrorless-Cameras/dp/B00KWNA1VS/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
I can buy this and simply put it directly onto my Sony A6000, right?
>>2871895
But isn't the A6000 already an E-mount body? Sorry, I'm a total newb.
>>2871906
Wasn't really related
in any case if you read directly from the store page:
Fits Sony NEX-3 NEX-3C NEX-3N NEX-5 NEX-5C NEX-5N NEX-5R NEX5T NEX6 NEX7 NEX-F3 a6000 a5000 a3500 a3000 Alpha A7 A7R NEX-VG10 VG20 etc.
Why am I seeing so many canon 1ds mark 4 being sold so cheap these days?
>>2871908
Oh, I misinterpreted. But yeah, seems like it's gonna work, thanks.
boys I need help
I got a M645 Super. is it normal that the shutter doesn't fire when there is no film in the back? I just wanted to check it. also when set on manual mode and 1/60 it fires the shutter once and not any more. I am dumb please help me
btw all batteries are new
Just came into possession of an old Zeiss, but I'm not too familiar with vintage lenses, so I was hoping somebody could tell me what the hell kind of mount this is. Internet has been less than helpful so far. Found this pic, though.
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Looks like a Contax rangefinder mount to me.
A good dslr under 300$?
Is shutter count really matter?
>>2871959
no it does
Would LUMIX G 20 mm F1.7 go nicely with my E-PL6? I would use it for street and people photography.
Are there better options?
>>2871969
yes
>>2871763
Don't. Cloth will drag the particle across the sensor and scratch it up. Use a rocket blower instead.
I'm looking for a good "everyday carry" lens for my D3200 that isn't absurbly expensive, I only have the 18-55 kit lens and a 35mm prime right now. I want something in the 17-85 range, is the Sigma 17-70 any good?
>>2871959
As long as it's not in the hundred thousands range, no not really.
I currently use a borrowed canon DSLR
I like the look of the sony A 6000 and similar, but I'm comfortable with and like the Canon menu systems, layouts etc
is it easy to switch or will there always be pros and cons that will nag you? Any experience with this?
Anyone use one of these?
WD wireless hdd with sdcard slot.
Going on a trip, don't wanna take a laptop but want to back shit up.
Recommended?
Stay clear?
>>2871910
Because it's 2 generations old, and doesn't seem to hold up as well as a D3s.
I want to make the switch to a mirrorless camera because I'm not a serious photographer but would still like to own a good camera. Can I get some suggestions on a mirrorless that has a viewfinder? Also one that doesn't cost too much. Maybe the $400-500 range but I can go up to $600 dollars if it is worth it.
>>2871956
K-50
>>2870873
I have an x100t and it's too big for everyday. Even with a belt pouch I bring my gr1s out more often. I'm Thinking about buying a gr2
>>2871674
I am aware of their massive size. I'm going to try to get a hold of a RZ then, thanks.
>>2871475
How do you like using the bronica lenses? Are they any good on digital? In theory they should be sharp as hell because you're only using the very center of the lens. I've been thinking about adapting the auto bellows I have to a blackmagic Ursa mini and doing 4k macro cinematography with it.
>>2872101
I don't really intend to use them seriously very much. They're all really long focal lengths and really slow. They're not necessarily that sharp either, they were made for 6x6 size and not really for the higher magnification of 35mm.
That said, they are actually pretty decently sharp. Obviously there's no vignetting and the sharpness is really even from edge to edge, too. Also, the way the Bronica lenses work means that just turning the aperture ring won't make the lens stop down, you have to use your thumb to hold down the DoF preview button on the lens while you take the photo.
>>2870790
Sony Alpha 6300 or Sony Alpha 7s for videography.
At the moment I film often in clubs/events so I need a good low light camera. I would buy the A7s II but its out of budget.
Budget is around 1200€ (1329$)
Only need the body.
Which one is better? Or is there even a better camera for this range?
A7s is much more better at high iso but do I need really such an high ISO?
I can't really decide.
>>2872107
A7s is the way to go in my book...
>>2871677
Pentax
I can buy a very reasonably looking Bronica Zenza ETRS with a 75mm lense for €200. Should I?
Cheapest decent camera for a jumpstart into photography?
>>2872199
Nikon D810 with the 85/1.4, 200/2, 14-24, 24-70, and 70-200, accept no substitutes. If you dont believe me, just look through the posts asking the exact same question in this thread and the last 100 gear threads.
I want a good water proof camera that's kind of cheap, would a fine pix xp80 fit the bill? I'm very new to cameras
Any reason to get the FX 35mm 1.4 instead of the 1.8? Why is there such a price difference?
>>2872210
>Any reason to get the FX 35mm 1.4 instead of the 1.8?
2/3 of a stop.
>Why is there such a price difference?
2/3 of a stop.
What is the best point & shoot camera I can get for around $200? I want something to carry with me when I don't have my DSLR. Obviously my budget isn't very high so I figure I will go for something used
>>2872205
It fits the bill but it's kind of a shitty camera.
>>2872018
I had no trouble switching to Sony E, bit I went with the a7ii. At least with the a7ii every button is programmable seperately for every shooting mode. It takes a bit to get it all set up properly, but it is fantastic when it is done.
>>2872043
a6000. a6300 if you can afford it.
>>2872221
What do you recommend?
>>2872230
Nikon AW130, Ricoh/Pentax WG-3, 4, or 5, Canon Powershot D30 are all going to be better, or Olympus TG-870 if you want better video and a flippy screen at the expense of some still quality.
>>2871815
Japanese companies do it to protect their domestic customers.
Otherwise Chinese tourists will come and buy out all their stock.
Hi guys i'm Getting an a6000 and was thinking about a lense to start learning photography, as i have a short budget i was going for a second hand Sigma 30mm f/2.8 DN.
It will mostly used to shot , portrait street and object. Do you have any lense to recommand ? (Arround 200 Bucks new )
>>2872321
The Sigma lenses are great. Pretty much every native Sony E-mount prime except for the 16mm is pretty good too.
I have the new FE 50mm ($200), good image quality but a little slow on the autofocus. I also have the FE 35mm and it is a fucking awesome lens. Sharp, quick, and compact. Only negative is it is only f 2.8. Quite expensive though ($600).
Oh, and look at adapters. The LA-EA2/LA-EA4 adapters are around $300, but with them you can adapt old minolta a-mount glass. That stuff is dirt cheap and quite fantastic quality. Some of their designs are still being produced today.
MC-11 and Metabones IV also let you adapt modern Canon lenses with full autofocus (close to native on a6300 or later body).
Anyone having battery drain issues with a canon 6d? It's off but will be dead over night if I leave the battery in it.
>>2872314
>Otherwise Chinese tourists will come and buy out all their stock.
Like how they go to germany/australia/anywhere else not shit to buy all the powdered milk and baby formula?
They come to thailand and buys all the fruit.
Fuck off chinese leave my fruits alone.
>>2872328
Did you turn off the IS on the lens? Is it draining the battery without the lens?
>>2872335
Worse. Literally everything gets swarmed.
Want some newly released hardware? Too bad, some Chinese dude bought all of the stock to send back to China.
Wanna go sightseeing? The place is flooded with Chinese tour groups.
Even the special new-years fuku-bukuro are all bought up by Chinese tourists.
Being here is turning me rascist as shit.
>>2872354
Yeah, thanks Abenomics for constantly doing everything possible to flush the value of the yen down the shitter and bringing in Chinese trying to buy the damn place
Fucking assholes
What's the difference between a Pocket Wizard and those cheap $20 remote triggers? Are the cheap triggers just as functional on the basic level at least?
>the want is strong
I dream to be shotting HP5 in near darkness with sharp 1/4sec handheld exposures...
>>2872328
Do you GPS tagging on? That reks the battery life since it maintains a connection 24/7.
I was looking at buying the fuji X-E2 with 18-55mm lens-slightly used $600. But on /p/ today they're talking about the other fujis', and now I'm just confused.
Does /p/ not like the X-E2?
>>2872531
Fuji is just Sony E-mount with less lenses and slower autofocus.
>>2872562
Less lenses, pah. I don't like Fuji that much and I'm switching back to canon after using them for a while but they are better than Sony by miles.
>>2870806
New glass over body always
>>2872563
you're going back to mirror?
I was going to use the X-E2 as a stilllife nature camera, and leave my T5i at home.
>>2872566
Gearfags that don't know they're gearfags say this
>>2872573
Have you used contax g glass on any of your fujis
I cant remember if it was you or someone else
>>2872335
Takes all my power not to go into souvenir shops proudly displaying stacks of baby formula and fuck their shit up
I'm getting to hate my Canon EOS 600d. I have the Canon 50mm f/1.4 usm lens plus the kit 18-55.
I will have the opportunity to switch that setup to a Nikon d300s with a 35-70mm f2.8 Af Nikkor zoom. As far as the specs go I'm loving the deal. I never shoot my kit lens anymore unless I need to take an indoors snap.
Old Canon lenses have noisy and shitfuck bad autofocus and the lens build quality is plastic.
Also with this set I can later go on to expand to a Nikon film camera and already have a lens that natively works on it ready in the shelf.
Should I do it /p/? I'm kinda psyched but I have a bad habit of doing bad decisions under hype and then regretting later
I guess it comes down to whether I want to continue shooting that heavenly f/2 aperture?
I saw a canon 7s with a 50 1.2 on it in an antique antique store and the guy will only sell it as a set with 15 other "vintage" cameras for treefiddy. Is there anyway its worth it to just biy the set? Also the canon 7s isnt in the best condition but seems to work.
im trying to get into bif photography and have been trouble getting close enough shots with a 70-200 and a 7dii.
does anyone have the sigma 150-600? seems to be a decent price/value/sharpness ratio. don't want to be spending more than $2000 for a lens. or i might do the 100-400 but im worried even 400mm on a crop wouldn't be enough reach.
>>2872704
You will run into issues with the older tech, but with the better AF and excellent UI you will love that camera. You'll probably want to upgrade the body in a year or so.
Hey /gear/, how do I test the shutter speeds on my AE-1? It seems like 1/500 and 1/1000 are exactly the same.
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>>2872721
Go with the Sigma, the 100-400 gets soft at the long end and costs much more.
>>2872728
I have the same problem with my OM-1. I was thinking about a light sensitive diode against the pressure plate and hooking it up to the serial port of my pc
>>2872704
Absolutely, the D300 is a God Emperor camera. It's like a classic car; outdated tech but the performance is still there.
Unless you're one of those retards trying to shoot nightclubs and darkrooms and black holes with no flash and a kit lens there's not much it can't do.
>>2872721
You can also consider the Canon 400 f/5.6L
It is very sharp, so you can crop for extra reach.
>>2871235
Ach Leon :3
>>2872749
>D300 is a God Emperor camera
More like the crown prince camera
>>2872771
OK, that's fair. I can accept that.
I shoot wildlife though so I'd probably pick the 300 every time.
>>2872774
I shoot wildlife almost exclusively (and have a D300s) and would never choose it over the D700.
>>2872778
What kind of glass do you use? I don't have anything longer than 300mm and a lot of older stuff that's weak in the corners so the crop factor helps a lot and saves effort in post.
>>2872704
You're trading a rabal for an old Nikon pro body. Good, if dated, but still puts out great stuff. My question is, why don't you look at 40/60/70/80/7D? Canon's lens selection is great, and you could offload the rabal easily.
>>2872721
More is better with birds. But getting close is even better. I borrowed a Nikon 200-500 and found it sufficient for anything but birds high in the sky. A 70-200 is for when the bear is charging you. A 14-24 is for when you're about to die. A 70-300 can do most of what you want for the least money, but 450 equiv isn't all that much for birds tobeho
>>2872709
yes? You fucking moron.
>>2872793
Even with it not being in the best shape? If I did the deal would I just sell the rest on ebay? Explain a little more why I'm dumb
>>2872783
My most used lenses are 600 f/4 and 105 f/2.8
I stuck with DX for a good 6 years before FX, and in my opinion the advantages of crop factor are minimal, or nonexistent depending which sensor you're comparing it to. That said, I still use both. Mainly D7100 and D610.
Really though, my comment regarding D300 vs D700 is simply image quality. Back then, the ISO performance between DX and FX was pretty drastic and D300 vs D700 is a prime example.
>>2872797
Nice. I looked long and hard at the D700 but went with the D300 for half the price. Some of my favorite lenses right now are DX and I decided to wait until the D3 comes down in price to jump to FF since I came from D2 and love the ergonomics.
>>2872818
D300 is a great camera, and D3 is always a good move.
>>2872795
You could be paying $340 for a shitty 7s and $10 for worthless junk
Post the rest here
Messing around with dofmaster.com. I'm trying to figure out which portrait lens has a shallower depth of field/better quality bokeh. 135mm f/2L has 0.19 ft under total depth of field. Canon EF 85mm f1.2L II has 0.29 ft. Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM has 0.44.
Does this mean the 135mm f2 > 85mm 1.2 > 85mm 1.8 in terms of shallowest depth of field/bokeh?
What's the cheapest full frame DSLR?
Cheapest I've found so far is Canon EOS-1ds
>>2872915
5D mk1 is around the same price if you wanted more options to choose from.
>>2872913
Bokeh is a meme
Just pick the focal length you want and compare sample pictures if you want to analyze bokeh. Or just stand closer to your subject and put the background further away.
shallow dof is overrated, enjoy having nothing in focus.
>>2872915
Full frame means nothing if you get an ancient shittastic sensor with no DR and plenty of banding.
![22266601152_fd78dd4ffb_k[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/2A12JkX.jpg "22266601152_fd78dd4ffb_k[1].jpg")
>>2872921
>shittastic
https://www.flickr.com/cameras/canon/eos_1ds/
I can see a litttle bit of banding but for 2002 it's pretty freakin' good.
>>2872923
I'd hope so. It was an 8000 dollar camera in 2002
>>2872921
>shallow dof is overrated, enjoy having nothing in focus
Says the noob who shoots at f/16 because they don't know how to focus a lens manually
>>2872727
Thanks
>>2872749
We're talking d300s, not d300. Or are these essentially same?
>>2872788
I can't put any money into this atm but i'm looking for high quality 24-70 or 35-105 range glass. This deal would work great for me in terms of it. My local shop doesn't have so much canon glass atm.
Another thing is the film meme cause I will want a mechanical slr and this way i'll save on the glass and whatever I'll buy for either works natively on both.
Also old cheap (altho MF) glass.
>>2872960
They're pretty similar, the D300s has primitive video but the sensors and electronics are mostly identical. For the price difference you could almost buy a new lens which is why I went with a regular 300.
![eos-1ds_portrait[1].jpg](https://i.imgur.com/pRwJ0bR.jpg "eos-1ds_portrait[1].jpg")
>>2872924
Yeah, if I can get one for about $200 on ebay I'm going to pick it up.
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Noob question...does the current Sigma art 35mm for dslrs will work on future Nikon mirrorless bodies?
>>2873081
Yes, better than the current crop of Nikkors.
You fucking idiot.
>>2873187
What?
Is it worth to use VSCO camera presets?
>>2873199
Use Google NIK instead. Free and chok full of templates and presets
>>2873197
How is anybody supposed to know if
A) Nikon has no indication of creating a mirrorless camera that doesn't suck
B) Nikon has no indication of the specifications of such a camera mount
C) Sigma has no knowledge of such a mount or adapter
E) Third party AF lenses can be a crap shoot when adapted
D) There's nothing even remotely hinting to such a device
It's a dumb question and you should feel bad.
>>2872107
a7s without question. it does 1080p 50mbps in AVCHD which is a far batter codec than the a6000.
What should I look for when buying a used Bronica Zenza ETRS? Any specific components which are notorious for breaking down? Any tricks as to how to spot defects? Thanks in advance.
>>2872751
yeah after more research this seems like the best option. im still not sure if i should wait and save up though. for an extra $1000 the 100-400 has a more versatile range, and a closer focusing distance if i wanted to also use it as a macro lens, which is very attractive. but the prime focuses quickly, doesn't extend awkwardly due to no zoom, is a lot lighter, and might be negligably sharper. if it could focus closer and i could also use it for macro stuff id probably just do the 400 prime... really tough. ill probably just wait it out though. just bought the 7dii so may be best not to blow my entire bank account... lol.
>>2873270
If you go wildlife you will shoot the long end without exception. Go for the 400 prime.
www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/909805-REG/Sigma_884306_17_70mm_f_2_8_4_DC_Macro.html
Is this a good replacement for an 18-55 kit lens? It seems to be getting good reviews everywhere.
>>2873314
Yes.
>>2873314
NO.
I've actually had it and used it for about 5 years and can tell you it just didnt work well for me. after a year it lost the ability to AF. taught me to never buy a variable aperture lens. at the time i chose it over the 17-50 for the extra 20mm... trust me, it doesn't make much difference.
look into the sigma 18-35 1.8. you can find it for $700 grey market and it blows the 17-70 out of the water and its what i use now. if you think you'll miss the 50mm range then just get a nifty fifty. and for 70mm youshould have a 70-200 in your bag at some point down the line anyway.
>>2873333
I already have a 35mm prime, I need a decent zoom. Haven't felt the need to go as long as 200mm yet but I want to do that down the line and shoot more wildlife and stuff.
>>2873338
anything in the 17 to 70 range is more of a standard zoom range as opposed to a real "tele" range. if you intend to use the 17-70 for something like outdoors/nature stuff you'll be disappointed; just take it from me its not a very good lens.
if youre still set on it consider the 17-50 for the consistent aperture. you will thank yourself down the line. having used the 18-35, 17-50, and 17-70 id rank the 18-35 far above and beyond the other two options. the lack of focal range is far surpassed by its sharpness, AF accuracy, build quality and potential at 1.8.
if you want to do wildlife photography id just keep your 35 for general walkaround purposes, and save a little more for the tamron 70-200. very versatile lens you can use for some wildlife, as well as portraits and sports. depending on what you mean by wildlife you may want something even longer.
Hi, came from /tv/
I'm looking forward for a Camera to record live music street performance, with emphasis on sound quality.
So far I got in mind:
Zoom q4 or Sony HDR-MV1 (budget 300$)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s2luxDH6b8Y [Embed]
Opinions?
What are your film making projects?
I hope I can attract some interesting women with my videos.
I'm 32 and wanna settle down.
>>2873371
go Canon 6D with a rode shotgun.
you could get a 50 F1.4 or a 35 F2.8 for a good price and would be able to profit if so
>>2873378
This but with an 80D or 70D instead
>>2873382
70D no, It has an issue with recording that can melt its sensor.
>>2873264
It should say "Sq-a" in the description
>>2873378
>6D
You just went full retard, anon. the 6D is the WORST choice for videos.
Very new to photography. Have a Nikon D3300. Is there a good combo wide angle/zoom lens that anybody would recommend? I got my camera with a deal. It came with the DX VR 18-55mm 1:3.5 - 5.6 GII ED and the DX VR 55-200mm 1:3.5-5.6 GII lenses.
I would love to be able to combine the wide angle of the first with the zoom of the second. Does such a lens exist? Any advice is appreciated.
>>2873398
your next lens should either be a 50mm or 35mm prime. I'd go 35mm. Google local photography shots near you and pick up a used under 200
>>2873398
plenty of those lenses exist, they're called superzooms. Tamron makes a 16-300 one.
They're not recommended because you have to give up optical quality to get increased zoom ratios. There's a reason why the expensive $2000 pro-level zooms rarely have more than a 3x zoom ratio.
>>2873398
I just want to point out that "zoom" isn't the opposite of wide angle.
The opposite of wide angle is "telephoto" or "long".
"zoom" is the opposite of "prime".
How come my canon 620 jams up when I try to shoot with my yongnuo 35mm? Is it possable the mirror hits the glass?
>>2873394
explain me why?
is pentax kx a good dslr for a beginner?
(yes i'm a poorfag)
I know its the most basic of basic shit, but im looking into finally picking up a DSLR for the umpteenth time.
I know Rebel t5 is as basic as one can get but it tens to be where i keep landing.
1. is this a terrible idea?
2. most of my photos are Toys/closeup shit,
maybe not quite what you might consider macro though. Would the default lens be ok for this kind of thing? or do i NEED a macro lens?
>>2873406
It's good, but you can probably find something newer (like a K-30 or K-50, which are the same camera with different styling, essentially) for not much more money.
>>2873422
I realized that's a bit ambiguous. The K-30 and K-50 are essentially the same, and both are newer and better than the K-x.
>>2873425
Thanks, which lens do you suggest? (I like street and landscape)
>>2873429
The kit lens should be fine, maybe the DA 35/2.4 prime
>>2873430
Thank you very much anon!
Been getting into photography and taking pics on borrowed gear.
I recently found out that my great-grandeparents took a lot of pics. Went digging and found a Nikon FE with 67mm Vivitar lens attached as well as a larger lens that I can't identify.
The Nikon has a little bit of corrosion in the battery that I think I can clean out.
My questions are:
How good is the FE? Is Vivitar alright for now or should I invest in a better lens?
>>2873447
What does it say along the barrle of the lenses?
