Dave160 Posted October 28, 2009 Share #201 Posted October 28, 2009 For that price, get the Nikon D90. Nikon makes top notch DSLR cameras and their Nikkor line of lenses are amazing. I think UrbanFortitude, Joe, Harry, BrightonLocal, Fred G and I all shoot with Nikon DSLRs and I'm certain they would all agree that Nikon is the best bang for your buck when it comes to DSLRs. Nikon is definitely a brand that came to mind, but during the video mode for the D90's, which I would be using a lot of, has a lot of rolling shutter, which is the jelly wobbling effect. I know that most DSLR's have some sort of rolling shutter in video, major or minor, but for some Nikon camera's it can get pretty bad. The GH1 has a minimal jelly effect. But im not all concerned about video. But anyway, the GH1 can take some other lenses like the Nikkor, with either a adapter with it or it can just fit right on. The 3 brands im thinking about as of now are Nikon, Canon and Lumix. Im just keeping an open mind till around December time. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted October 28, 2009 Share #202 Posted October 28, 2009 Well the first thing you should do then is go to B&H or J&R and go try them out in person, see how they fit in your hand, the weight of the camera. Then you can start narrowing down models, after all, if you're going to be shooting all day, you need to be comfortable with the camera. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Posted October 28, 2009 Share #203 Posted October 28, 2009 If you're looking for a point and shoot, i'd go with either Canon or the Panasonic Lumix line. The Panasonic LX3 is a very capable P&S and i've seen some impressive material from it. For SLRs, Canon, Nikon and Panasonic all make great cameras. The model you quoted, the GH1 is an impressive camera. It can take Nikkor and Leica lenses in addition to [Micro ]4/3rds lenses. The deciding factor between the three would likely be the cameras' ergonomics, that is, how it feels in your hand. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metsfan Posted October 28, 2009 Share #204 Posted October 28, 2009 Looks like that Lumix is a pretty decent hunk of camera. - A 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metsfan Posted October 28, 2009 Share #205 Posted October 28, 2009 Looks like it has a converter for use with 4:3 and micro 4:3 lenses, giving you access to pretty much every lens kit out there. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/panasonicdmcgh1/ I say get it! :tup: - A 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel The Cool Posted October 28, 2009 Share #206 Posted October 28, 2009 Try Indoor, Dusk/Dawn, Sunset and Museum. Still try other scenes too other than the ones I listed. ok. I'll try more of those scenes Thursday. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Posted October 28, 2009 Share #207 Posted October 28, 2009 The GH1 takes Micro 4/3rds lenses natively. 4/3rds lenses can be used with an adapter, as well as Leica M, Nikon F and Voigtlander lenses. If one was looking for a [relatively] cheap way to use Leica M glass, the GH1 would be a great body to use. If Dave does get the GH1, i'd be very interested to see how it performs. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted October 28, 2009 Share #208 Posted October 28, 2009 He should get a medium format camera. "How do I preview my shot?" B) 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RokuSix Posted October 28, 2009 Share #209 Posted October 28, 2009 My suggestion is to save up and get a DSLR. That is the best option by nature, but for those who don't wish to make such an investment, the best thing to do is to experiment with the camera you have. Daniel, I have a similar camera, and I have found that simply playing around with it has given me amazing results. But don't forget the number one tip, hon-- Remain perfectly still. Also, try practicing a little bit more above ground before you work your way into underground and night shots. Practice makes perfect! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Posted October 28, 2009 Share #210 Posted October 28, 2009 For many people, medium format is a solution in search of a problem. I will admit however that one day while toying with my FG, I instinctively went for the nonexistent "Preview" button after firing the shutter. B) 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted October 28, 2009 Share #211 Posted October 28, 2009 For many people, medium format is a solution in search of a problem. I will admit however that one day while toying with my FG, I instinctively went for the nonexistent "Preview" button after firing the shutter. B) n00b! B) 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metsfan Posted October 28, 2009 Share #212 Posted October 28, 2009 He should get a medium format camera. "How do I preview my shot?" My 565UZ has that feature, you turn it off and on in the settings menu. I have never used it once. :cool: - A 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metsfan Posted October 28, 2009 Share #213 Posted October 28, 2009 Remember to hold it steady, inhale as you click the button, allow the auto focus to get a lock, try not to have too much lighting contrast right next to each other, may confuse the light meter. - A 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave160 Posted October 28, 2009 Share #214 Posted October 28, 2009 Thanks for the input guys. Sooner or later i'll probably take a trip to B&H or J&R to see how it performs and feels ect. It seems like a good camera overall. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metsfan Posted October 29, 2009 Share #215 Posted October 29, 2009 Do J&R can't beat their prices & excellent service! - A 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted October 29, 2009 Share #216 Posted October 29, 2009 Do J&R can't beat their prices & excellent service! - A Issue is that while J&R does pricematch, they do are more strict in returns compared to B&H even though B&H is a bit more. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metsfan Posted October 30, 2009 Share #217 Posted October 30, 2009 Issue is that while J&R does pricematch, they do are more strict in returns compared to B&H even though B&H is a bit more. Not even price match, they have good prices on batteries, chargers, memory etc, all the "extra" stuff to support the camera. - A 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melvin Posted November 3, 2009 Share #218 Posted November 3, 2009 If your going to buy DSLR go to Adorama on 18th street between 5th and 6th. May I also suggest getting a Olympus E620. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel The Cool Posted November 8, 2009 Share #219 Posted November 8, 2009 how about Cloudy White Balanced Mode for the underground shots? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted November 8, 2009 Share #220 Posted November 8, 2009 how about Cloudy White Balanced Mode for the underground shots? Colors won't be right. Don't use the wrong presets. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/White_balance 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R68 Subway Car Posted November 8, 2009 Share #221 Posted November 8, 2009 Practice is important. You must learn to make lemonade out of lemons. Thats how you get better photographing. Take photos of the ends of trains instead of the side. Also railfan outdoors as there is wide open space to. Also stay still and hold your breath when photographing indoors and use long platforms such as West 4th's Platforms. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel The Cool Posted November 21, 2009 Share #222 Posted November 21, 2009 so I was using Incandescent the past few months alot. Do I need to laid that off and try something different or stick with it? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R32 3348 Posted November 21, 2009 Share #223 Posted November 21, 2009 Use incandescent only at stations with incandescent lighting. If a station has flouroscent lighting, use either Warm/Cool flourescent depending on how white the lighting is. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave160 Posted November 23, 2009 Share #224 Posted November 23, 2009 Well went to B&H today and got the camera with a 3 year warranty. The total came out to $1,845 with tax. The thing is someone has to pick it up at the Brooklyn Naval Yard sometime this week since they didn't have it in stock at the store. If I loose that receipt i'm screwed lol 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan05979 Posted November 23, 2009 Share #225 Posted November 23, 2009 Well went to B&H today and got the camera with a 3 year warranty. The total came out to $1,845 with tax. The thing is someone has to pick it up at the Brooklyn Naval Yard sometime this week since they didn't have it in stock at the store. If I loose that receipt i'm screwed lol $1,845 **gasp** where you getting that kinda scratch?? what camera did you buy mr. trump 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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