yash2310 Posted February 4, 2013 Report Share Posted February 4, 2013 i'll use the lens which come with the camera only, will uprade later. im an amateur, just know the basic stuff. going to learn from a friend Want to upgrade ohh! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bird Bird Bird Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 Want to upgrade What are you upgrading to ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Django_3101 Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 What are you upgrading to ? Wo abhi sochna hai pehle ye wala to bik jaaye. Thinking of either D5200 or D90. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bird Bird Bird Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 Wo abhi sochna hai pehle ye wala to bik jaaye. Thinking of either D5200 or D90. Any particular reason for upgrading ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Django_3101 Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 Any particular reason for upgrading ? No, nothing in particular. Just want to upgrade from an entry level camera to something better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bird Bird Bird Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 ^^ Cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Django_3101 Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 ^^ Cool. aagey to batao, which one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sackboy Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 Do you want to experiment with lenses or will you stick to one or two? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bird Bird Bird Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 aagey to batao, which one? Lol. Main kya bataon ? Using a D5100 and don't feel any need for upgrading. IMO the first rule is to master all the photography techniques rather than go for an expensive camera. That is something I'm still doing, still learning every time I click something. What are the limitations of D3100 in your opinion ? Having used both (3100 and 5100), the only real world difference I could make out is the no. of AF points. Of course the 5100 has a better sensor (5200 is much more impressive), but IRL I don't use very high quality blow ups for the difference to matter. Might be a selling point for a pro, not for me. If you don't have any valid points in favor of a new cam, why not invest in better lenses/filters/tripod etc ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Django_3101 Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 Do you want to experiment with lenses or will you stick to one or two? I will buy 2 lenses maximum. One telephoto lens 70-300mm and other one like a 50mm f/1.8. Apart from that the kit lens will be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Django_3101 Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 Lol. Main kya bataon ? Using a D5100 and don't feel any need for upgrading. IMO the first rule is to master all the photography techniques rather than go for an expensive camera. That is something I'm still doing, still learning every time I click something. What are the limitations of D3100 in your opinion ? Having used both (3100 and 5100), the only real world difference I could make out is the no. of AF points. Of course the 5100 has a better sensor (5200 is much more impressive), but IRL I don't use very high quality blow ups for the difference to matter. Might be a selling point for a pro, not for me. If you don't have any valid points in favor of a new cam, why not invest in better lenses/filters/tripod etc ? You have a valid point there. CMOS Sensor is one point that I was concerned about. Whenever I try to take a photo(with kit lens) in evening, I always end getting a grainy picture(even if I jack up ISO). May be the kit lens is not that effective. I assume that in higher version of cameras the grains are less even with a kit lens, right? As I already wrote above, I will be buying 2 lenses only. So, if my purpose is solved with these lenses with D3100 itself, I can rethink of not selling it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bird Bird Bird Posted February 5, 2013 Report Share Posted February 5, 2013 You have a valid point there. CMOS Sensor is one point that I was concerned about. Whenever I try to take a photo(with kit lens) in evening, I always end getting a grainy picture(even if I jack up ISO). May be the kit lens is not that effective. I assume that in higher version of cameras the grains are less even with a kit lens, right? As I already wrote above, I will be buying 2 lenses only. So, if my purpose is solved with these lenses with D3100 itself, I can rethink of not selling it. High ISO invariably means grainier pics. Even I get grainy pics with ISOs above 1600, though as expected, high end models do produce clearer pics (comparatively) at similar ISOs. From what I remember regarding ISO, raking it up sort of means boosting the sensitivity of the sensor, hence capturing more details causing a grainy look. I honestly doubt how much would a D5200 help you in this department. You need to look at actual high end models if you want to take better pics at higher ISOs. Again, the old tricks apply - use a tripod + try for a better lighting if you can. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Django_3101 Posted February 6, 2013 Report Share Posted February 6, 2013 Getting 19K for Nikon D3100 only body. Fair deal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ram Dante Posted February 6, 2013 Report Share Posted February 6, 2013 If its brand new then yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Django_3101 Posted February 6, 2013 Report Share Posted February 6, 2013 If its brand new then yes. It is a 5 months old camera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ram Dante Posted February 9, 2013 Report Share Posted February 9, 2013 Some Night shot attempts, really should ve taken a tripod with me, messed up most of the photosAt a local pool (friend in shot) The Trade fair near the Napier Bridge, Chennai This is moi! Moi bike This could ve been a great shot(bad focus) Trying some bokehGuys post some advises on improving the shots, and how to get a proper dof with bokeh?Also some more pointers/links on low shutter speed photography especially(night lights) using Slow sync Flash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sackboy Posted February 9, 2013 Report Share Posted February 9, 2013 Get a prime lens and enjoy the DOF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Wolfy among us Posted February 9, 2013 Report Share Posted February 9, 2013 Some Night shot attempts, really should ve taken a tripod with me, messed up most of the photos At a local pool (friend in shot) The Trade fair near the Napier Bridge, Chennai This is moi! Moi bike This could ve been a great shot(bad focus) Trying some bokeh Guys post some advises on improving the shots, and how to get a proper dof with bokeh? Also some more pointers/links on low shutter speed photography especially(night lights) using Slow sync Flash. I miss marina.... Sent from my iPad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sackboy Posted February 9, 2013 Report Share Posted February 9, 2013 @Ram Dante Dude, a good prime lens can do wonders for the kind of photography you want, amazing low light photography with crazy DOF, the no Zoom will not even be a problem once you use a good prime.... They are not even that expensive cheaper ones are 6k-10k and are amazing for the price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ram Dante Posted February 10, 2013 Report Share Posted February 10, 2013 @Ram Dante Dude, a good prime lens can do wonders for the kind of photography you want, amazing low light photography with crazy DOF, the no Zoom will not even be a problem once you use a good prime.... They are not even that expensive cheaper ones are 6k-10k and are amazing for the price. I really need to learn more about the abilities of lenses. Ok prime lens goes in my buy-list, what would you suggest as an alternative to that (which has zooming capabilities as well)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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