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ok, since alot of you guys are into photography and posting threads with personal photos etc.

I like taking photos and have wanted to do it for a while now, blah blah blah. Ok, actually I figure if I rock an SLR over the neck with a camera pack and a khaki vest, chick's will be more likely to get butt nekkid uh for "art" and stuff.

 

So I hear all you nerds talk about SLR's etc. So tell me what's the big deal? Tell me all the cool shit they can help you do. Also any recommedation's on a cheap starter model. ie. price, durability, functions, ease of use, etc. Or should I just buy whatever Andre Agassi tells me to?

 

Don't trip Pistol will still continue to bring you unartsy half naked pornstars flashing plastic tits. I still have testicles.

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i want to get the canon digital elph s330.

 

dont know what a SLR is. but i think taking pictures of naked girls is a good idea.

 

i forget what i was gonna say. but some kid rich kid is having a pool party and putting his vid cam in the girls changing room.

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a single lense reflex (i rock...) camera is yer basic big, bulky camera... you can get a decent one pretty cheap... you end up with a crisper shot than with a disposable, or similar type camera... mainly, you get the cool sound of the shuter opening and the mirror moving and all that, so the girls know you know what's up... i've been rocking a TLR more recently, tho... it makes you look even cooler...

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Basically SLR means single lens reflex. The view finder reflects off of a mirror and through the actual lens. This means an SLR system will require a Body and a lens and depending on the lighting situation, a flash. A good start would most likly be a Cannon AE-1. The body is simple in design and these are genereally inexpensive. Ususally run for about $180 for one in good condition and sometimes as low as $75. I find that these cameras are very reliable and for how outdated they are, it is easy to find accessories and additional lenses for them. With SLR system you will need to buy a lens seperate from the body. Sometimes you will run across the package deals but you might not be intrested in the standard 50mm lens. The 50mm lens is decent but does have some limitations as far as feild of view is concerned. If youll be taking up close shots of attractive yet fake females i would suggest purchasing a 35mm lens to start with. These run you about $70 - $120, again this is depending on its condition. If you live in SF or NY youll prolly not have a hard time finding a decent setup. However, be aware that alot of dealers out there are shady and will ahve some crappy prices so do your research before purchasing a lens or body. I myself rocked 2 AE-1s for about three years, with a about a 5 lens assortment. Now my weapon of choice is the Nikon N90-S with a nikkor AF 24mm-70mm at a 2.4-3.5 Fstop. I also have s speedlight SB-26 with the multiple flashing lens. GOOD LUCK and hit this thread up if you ahve any other additional questions, especially about film.

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photo nerd here

 

the difference between a canon elf and SLR is that an elf is APS (advanced photo system) camera, which i think is not very advanced. it basicly is a smaller format (smaller negative) which gives you less quality of an image. this is why they make their cameras so small. also, APS has little variety in film and is more expensive than 35mm to get processed.

an SLR gives you many more options in film and creativity. being able to use your camera manually (f stops and shutter speed) gives you total control of the image. f stops control your depth of field, and shutter speed allows you to capture motion or freeze it.

good SLR for starters is canon rebel series. has auto and manual settings. for full manual, canon ae-1 is good, like when said...although i think $300 is a little much...i got mine for like $100 at a pawn shop.

 

okay i think i've rambled off here enough...but i rather be talking about photgraphy than actually doing any work here on the job. feel free to e-mail me too.

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Originally posted by Kr430n5_666

pistol...you seriously are a fucking idiot.

 

Originally posted by Kr430n5_666

pistol...you seriously are a fucking idiot.

 

Originally posted by Kr430n5_666

pistol...you seriously are a fucking idiot.

 

Originally posted by Kr430n5_666

pistol...you seriously are a fucking idiot.

 

Originally posted by Kr430n5_666

pistol...you seriously are a fucking idiot.

 

Originally posted by Kr430n5_666

pistol...you seriously are a fucking idiot.

 

Originally posted by Kr430n5_666

pistol...you seriously are a fucking idiot.

 

Originally posted by Kr430n5_666

pistol...you seriously are a fucking idiot.

 

Originally posted by Kr430n5_666

pistol...you seriously are a fucking idiot.

 

Originally posted by Kr430n5_666

pistol...you seriously are a fucking idiot.

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well I would use my digital camera for most things that way they can be online faster without the scanning.

 

but i was thinking about an SLR for vacations and for various shots around here. I have a APS camera that I use for paper prints. I was just trying to see what an SLR can offer me as opposed to a regular 35mm camera for 100$.

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good SLR for starters is canon rebel series. has auto and manual settings. for full manual, canon ae-1 is good

My girlfriend has a Canon Rebel 2000 that she bought when she was getting serious about taking pictures. Although it takes fantastic pictures, the full auto/manual is odd. It makes manual operation much harder.

 

I have a Nikon FM10 body and a Nikon 50mm f/1.8D non-zoom lense

 

good stuff

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Originally posted by Pistol

well I would use my digital camera for most things that way they can be online faster without the scanning.

 

but i was thinking about an SLR for vacations and for various shots around here. I have a APS camera that I use for paper prints. I was just trying to see what an SLR can offer me as opposed to a regular 35mm camera for 100$.

 

Pistol- An SLR camera offers you greater versatility when shooting. I personally would go with a Canon SLR. I currently shoot with a Canon Eos 7e, which is a good camera. An Eos 7 with a battery pack would have you definately looking like a pro. With a SLR you have a variety of benefits. First are your flashes. You can have more powerful and variable flashes for faster pictures, better lighting, and a more natural look. The best benefit to SLR is the fact that you can buy different lenses. The most popular Canon lense is the 28-105mm. It gives you a good range of zoom, and has a nice aperature, preventing your pictures from being too dark or from having dark corners. The most important thing to remember is THE LENS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF THE CAMERA. Most pro's shoot with cameras that have lenses that are 2 to 10 times the cost of the body. Buy a cheap (but functioning body) and put the rest into a nice lense, or a couple nice lenses. Are you going to be doing portraits? Let me know what your planning on shooting and I can recommend some lenses. Peace.

 

-Fugazi

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thanks fugazi.

i'd probably be taking mostly scenary in the forests on trips and various stuff around here. beaches, downtown skyline , bridges, street stuff etc.

 

* although I would like to use it for everyday stuff too like family photos and what not.

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Originally posted by Pistol

thanks fugazi.

i'd probably be taking mostly scenary in the forests on trips and various stuff around here. beaches, downtown skyline , bridges, street stuff etc.

 

* although I would like to use it for everyday stuff too like family photos and what not.

 

Then you're going to want a zoom lens. The advantage to non-zoom lenses (fixed length lenses) are as follows:

 

1. Quicker autofocus

2. Sharper pictures

3. Larger aperature, requiring less light.

 

However, the zoom lens will be your most versatile and probably useful lens. Most Canon's come with a *decent* 38-80mm. I have found that using this lens will leave you wishing you had a bigger zoom, and a smaller end as well, such as the 28-105mm which I mentioned previously. Bulky lenses with larger ranges, you may see things like a 38-200mm are slow focusing, and typically give you dark pictures when zoomed to the full extent. I've taken roughly 6k+ photos with a 28-105, and I find it very useful, in just about any situation. From family portraits, to nighttime photography, it's very versatile. Also, I can snap nicely framed shots of trains running at 45 mph+... try that with a point and shoot or a digital. SLR's are nice cameras when you need speed, versatility, prints, and the ability to take a lot of pictures. Try taking 300+ photos in SF in 10 hours with a point and shoot.... good grief.

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Originally posted by When

i saw a badass canon ae1 at the pawn shop

i want it but its still kinda pricey

its the olympics model from 1980something or whatnot and its 300

good deal?

 

Personally I'd look for an AE2, and more around the $200 price range...

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ok I think if I were to get one it would be a Canon. Just not sure which one.

Canon Rebel 2000

canon Rebel g

or the Elan 7e

 

The 2000 and G are better in price.

But the 7e seems to be a camera alot of people recommend. I just don't want to get a camera that's going to be outdated fast. I don't want to get a starter model and be dissapointed if I get serious about it.

 

What brand lenses do you guys have & recommend/hate?

Canon, Sigma, etc?

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Originally posted by Pistol

What's the difference between the Rebel 2000 and the Rebel TI?

 

I heard Sigma lenses suck ass. While Tamron is a little bit better.

?

 

Rebel TI is a newer model I believe, although I'm not sure. Any non-Canon lenses are going to be not as good, and slower to focus, but definately less expensive. Quality usually is on a lens to lens basis, I've heard many good things about some Sigma lenses, and negative about others.

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