Hello,
Currently I am using a Nikon D60. Finally its limitation is getting to me.:think:
I am thinking of upgrading my DSLR. I am also thinking of getting one with video function.
Any suggestion or should I even need a DSLR with a video function?
what limitation you're facing ?
3 af-points or lack of motor for AF-D lens ?
http://www.bythom.com/upgradepath.htm
You're supposed to ANSWER these questions yourself. What's holding you back? Which newer better cameras can offer you something which you need?
Is it within your budget? If so, then go ahead and buy it.
get the 35mm f/1.8 then, or get the 50mm f/1.4 AF-S.
people usually neglect these two lenses, they're great.
D90 is within my budget but D300s is slight above...
if you insist on the 50mm f/1.8, you'll have to pay about 600 bucks for an upgrade,
whereas if you buy the 35mm f/1.8, you only pay 200 odd dollars more for the lens (as compared to the original price of $100 odd you'd be paying for the 50mm f/1.8)
and besides, with the 35mm f/1.8 lens, you'll get a 50mm FOV on your crop body, isn't that what you would like?
imo 75mm (50mm's FOV on a crop body) is abit tight
Then ask yourself. Are you thinking of moving further up along the line later on? If so, then take the plunge now and change to a semi-pro model. Then you'd have to invest in CF cards as well.
Also, considered getting D300 instead of D300s, esp. if you do not need the video functions.
I am thinking of moving up the line... thats why I am thinking of an upgrade...
while i agree with lomographer regarding the upgrade of the lens , consider this too :
are you OR will you be using commander mode for CLS soon ?
is the 11point VS 3 point af of any concern to you ?
is video that important ?
is 2.5 or 3fps VS 4.5fps worth the upgrade ?
if you answered yes to all then an upgrade is for sure. sell the d60 and jump to d90 or d300s
else, i would save up and get my arsenal of lens and speedlight first
i think she's probably looking more into the AF-Motor,
and also of course some ISO improvement, and the LCD screen is nice too...
i am guessing the features you mentioned are important but not the main ones
i will only get more lenses, but not speedlights or flashes...
never bought one, cos i'll never use it...
Wait till you see what it does to certain light conditions and the images.
Both....wanted to get a 50mm lens but realise I cant..
Can... You just have to manually focus... and it's not difficult with the rangefinder display on the D60. How did photographers shoot before AF was invented?
In fact, some photographers said manual focusing allow them to think and wait before they release the shutter rather than "beep, beep" SNAP..... I tend to agree but I also agree that AF has helped me a lot. ;p
Can... You just have to manually focus... and it's not difficult with the rangefinder display on the D60. How did photographers shoot before AF was invented?
In fact, some photographers said manual focusing allow them to think and wait before they release the shutter rather than "beep, beep" SNAP..... I tend to agree but I also agree that AF has helped me a lot. ;p