i'd like to buy a entry level DSLR, but i can't decide which one to buy? D90 or D3100? which one is better for a newbie? thanks!
i'd like to buy a entry level DSLR, but i can't decide which one to buy? D90 or D3100? which one is better for a newbie? thanks!
Vote for D90
that's what i think oso, coz D90 has been announced for all most 3 years, planning to buy during IT fair. does D5100 come out this IT fair?
Ea....Shino...you said it...it's IT fair...not Camera fair...so you don't see it....
Yes you may wait for D5100 (if you can wait)...but may takes about a month to reach SGP after announced by Nikon (S)....
of course D90 bro, don't even mind the D5100, i guess it won't support AF-D Lenses?
I will offer a differing view.
If you want to do quite a bit of video work, go for D3100 or the coming D5100.
If you just take stills, D90 is great, and you get to do AF on older and cheaper AFD lenses.
If you want best of both worlds, get the D7000 or the coming D300s replacement.
i feel that if you are still very new to photography, you should probably get the D3100.
first of all, the price is much lower (provided we are looking at brand new sets for both)..
i mean, so what if it can't auto focus on most lenses? with the 18-55 and maybe an additional 35mm 1.8, you should be almost all good to go.
i haven't really tried the guide mode on this camera, but from what i hear.. it's quite useful if you're still new and haven't got the time to read up on your photography techniques.
what else? hmm.. i feel that the D3100 is sort of a "stepping-stone" body.. meaning once you own it and played with it enough, you will reach the decision whether to perform an upgrade.. or to stop photography entirely.. all this for a relatively low cost of $84X..
good luck with your decision and remember, the above is only my 2 cents worth. do your homework and be wise out there.
cheers!
Right, want to add a 50mm prime? Only cheapest option is $700-$800. Want to add a 85mm prime? Only cheapest option is $1.4k (3rd party) or over $2k (nikon).
Compared to a body with built in motor? 50/1.8 is $190, and 85/1.8 is around $600.
One solution doesn't fit everyone. Some people will buy a camera with kit lens and will never ever want/need another lens. Some people are constantly looking for new things to try on their camera. In the end, TS needs to be given the options and the facts. He/she has to look at his/her own needs and make that call.
D7000 is too ex for me, although is good, and i most likely go for the stills.
Right, want to add a 50mm prime? Only cheapest option is $700-$800. Want to add a 85mm prime? Only cheapest option is $1.4k (3rd party) or over $2k (nikon).
Compared to a body with built in motor? 50/1.8 is $190, and 85/1.8 is around $600.
One solution doesn't fit everyone. Some people will buy a camera with kit lens and will never ever want/need another lens. Some people are constantly looking for new things to try on their camera. In the end, TS needs to be given the options and the facts. He/she has to look at his/her own needs and make that call.
Right, want to add a 50mm prime? Only cheapest option is $700-$800. Want to add a 85mm prime? Only cheapest option is $1.4k (3rd party) or over $2k (nikon).
Compared to a body with built in motor? 50/1.8 is $190, and 85/1.8 is around $600.
One solution doesn't fit everyone. Some people will buy a camera with kit lens and will never ever want/need another lens. Some people are constantly looking for new things to try on their camera. In the end, TS needs to be given the options and the facts. He/she has to look at his/her own needs and make that call.