Post your own photos here thread

[Chuck Bronson]

I'm just giving you a hard time...   ac_razz

[Bricktop]

Here's another for your new home...



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[Zetsu]

My salt and pepper shakers



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Lol I must say this is pretty darn impressive image quality for a smartphone.  ac_cool

[Zetsu]

Here's another for your new home...



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It's ok, Berry is not a guy.  :001_tongue:

[Zetsu]

What kind of cameras do you people have?  My mom wants to buy one for me (for my birthday which was 2 months ago) but I still haven't looked into them...ugh!  Help!

Currently I'm just using my Nikon D5300 with 5 interchangable lens.  For cameras with good image quality there's a few options to choose from, large sensor DCs like the one Mel is using, or interchangable lens camera like mirrorless/DSLRs with at least 3 types of sensors sizes ranging from four thirds, APS-C and 35mm full frame.  Larger sensors no doubt offers the best IQ but will come at least a few cost like higher price(not just the camera but also lens too), more bulky camera size and less zoom capability due to the angle of the lens and the large image sensor.  



First thing first, you'll need to ask yourself which kind of subject/pictures will you be taking, if geared towards outdoor/nature with abundance of sunlight a 1" sensor super zoom(1200mm) camera should do the trick and can offer excellent image qualty as long as there's proper lighting.  For traveling or taking pictures of mostly people I'd recommend the super compact Canon G9X(the one Mel has) or G1X Mark II(my previous camera), both can offer excellent image quality too and the sensor isn't much smaller than an APS-C, but lacks zoom features.  If you want to go pro and need or looking for the closest macro, widest angle, great zoom(though still less than super zoom cameras), large aperture and great to best image quality, then no doubt the interchangable lens mirrorless or DLSR would be your best choice.  From what I've heard from others, people usually say go for Canon if you want to take better videos or Nikon if you want better image quality.

[Bricktop]

Got the old macro lens out...here's a close up of a "Mum"...



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[Zetsu]

Got the old macro lens out...here's a close up of a "Mum"...



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Simply beautiful  ac_cool , I'm really liking the pureness and clarity mixed with a little bit of soft blur added to the sides and depth.  



BTW is that the 2.8 f-stop VR macro lens you're using?

[Bricktop]

Its a Tamron F2.8, 90mm 1:1 macro lens. F8 @ 1/80.

[Vancouver]

Then you need a DSLR.



So then you need to decide what KIND of DSLR!!! Full frame replicate the old film format, hence "full frame", but are expensive and really only pros need the advantage they offer of APS (crop sensor) models which use smaller sensors and have smaller lighter bodies. They are cheaper than full frame.



Then there is the ballooning area of mirrorless cameras, which are smaller again, offer amazing image quality and come in both crop sensor AND full frame (massive dollars for full frame). Mirrorless are great for travel because both the body and lens are smaller, and there are shooting advantages in having no mirror in the body.



However, I think you should start with a base, entry level DSLR. Cheap, light yet powerful and take all the lenses you'll need. Then, as you develop your expertise, you can swap out the body for more advanced models without the need to change out your lens.



I think Nikon's entry level models are the best, and their lens range is vastly superior to any other make. They are crop sensor, but they take all and any Nikon lens...even really old ones. I use a 1994 80-200 2.8 with my modern D7100. It would cost a fortune to replace with a modern variant, but it works perfectly.



However, Canon is also good, and though I haven't used Pentax in decades, I understand their entry level is quite good...but their lens inventory is small. You won't be able to rise through the levels of expertise with Pentax.

The Nikon D3000 and D5000 series do not have focus motor in them. Unlike your D7100, they require the lense to have built In focus motor in order to auto focus.

[Bricktop]

Well, I don't know who YOU are, but I do know you don't know about cameras.



D3300 "Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor) and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5 to 3 m/1 ft 8 in. to 9 ft 10 in.)"

[Zetsu]

Well, I don't know who YOU are, but I do know you don't know about cameras.



D3300 "Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor) and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5 to 3 m/1 ft 8 in. to 9 ft 10 in.)"

Ahh it's Flash from BlueFrost's forum. I hate to say this Brick but Flash is right about the D5000 and D3000 don't have a built in motor for auto focusing, and relies on the modern lens for autofocus, and I believe it's why your D7100 can focus so much faster than mines.  I'm sure you know about this too, b/c I've completely forgotten all about it until he had brought it up.

[Vancouver]

The D3000 and D5000 series do not have built in autofocus motor. Only AF-S lenses will auto focus. If you use your old Nikon lenses on these budget bodies you will only be able to manually focus. The D7000 series have built in AF motor.



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[Anonymous]

Then you need a DSLR.



So then you need to decide what KIND of DSLR!!! Full frame replicate the old film format, hence "full frame", but are expensive and really only pros need the advantage they offer of APS (crop sensor) models which use smaller sensors and have smaller lighter bodies. They are cheaper than full frame.



Then there is the ballooning area of mirrorless cameras, which are smaller again, offer amazing image quality and come in both crop sensor AND full frame (massive dollars for full frame). Mirrorless are great for travel because both the body and lens are smaller, and there are shooting advantages in having no mirror in the body.



However, I think you should start with a base, entry level DSLR. Cheap, light yet powerful and take all the lenses you'll need. Then, as you develop your expertise, you can swap out the body for more advanced models without the need to change out your lens.



I think Nikon's entry level models are the best, and their lens range is vastly superior to any other make. They are crop sensor, but they take all and any Nikon lens...even really old ones. I use a 1994 80-200 2.8 with my modern D7100. It would cost a fortune to replace with a modern variant, but it works perfectly.



However, Canon is also good, and though I haven't used Pentax in decades, I understand their entry level is quite good...but their lens inventory is small. You won't be able to rise through the levels of expertise with Pentax.

The Nikon D3000 and D5000 series do not have focus motor in them. Unlike your D7100, they require the lense to have built In focus motor in order to auto focus.

Hello TheVancouverGuy, it's nice to see you again.

 ac_smile

[Bricktop]

Well, I don't know who YOU are, but I do know you don't know about cameras.



D3300 "Nikon Multi-CAM 1000 autofocus sensor module with TTL phase detection, 11 focus points (including one cross-type sensor) and AF-assist illuminator (range approx. 0.5 to 3 m/1 ft 8 in. to 9 ft 10 in.)"

Ahh it's Flash from BlueFrost's forum. I hate to say this Brick but Flash is right about the D5000 and D3000 don't have a built in motor for auto focusing, and relies on the modern lens for autofocus, and I believe it's why your D7100 can focus so much faster than mines.  I'm sure you know about this too, b/c I've completely forgotten all about it until he had brought it up.

Well, I stand corrected... ac_crying

[priscilla1961]

Got the old macro lens out...here's a close up of a "Mum"...



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