Cameras

[adamb94]

I've noticed alot of people's pictures that they have taken of their chameleons are in really high quality and detail. I am currently looking for a digital camera with a card (not film). I want something that can use different lenses. So my questions are:

-What camera do you use?
-Best camera for the buck? (opinion)

I also live in Canada is that makes any difference.

 

[chameleon97]

Sony Cybershot 8.0 MP

 

[writh]

canon Rebel XSI

 

[adamb94]

rebels are like $1000-$600..
I am looking for something $400-500

 

[jannb]

We have a NIKON D80. It's nice. You might be able to pick up the D40 in that price range.

 

[Surfrat]

I use the Nikon D90, and love it, but for only $400 bucks im not sure u can get a digital SLR.

 

[beeze]

This older post might be helpful: https://www.chameleonforums.com/shopping-new-camera-12081/

 

[wilfred]

nikon d40 can be had as low as 400$ its all the camera most people need. If you want to change lenses you need an slr and because you want it to use a card it has to be a dslr.
amazon has the d40 @460 or so best camera for the buck, many people's opinion including mine.
Heres the older model rebel xs @530

 

[Peter Kraemer]

I want something that can use different lenses......
I am looking for something $400-500

Sorry, please dont look for an dslr, because a good lens has the price of your complete budget.

The most photographers say "dont save money when buying lenses". You get a better picture with a basic-dslr and a very good lens than with a professional-dslr and a very cheap lens.

May be a good compact camera will be better for your budget:
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=144&modelid=19209
http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=144&modelid=17630

Peter

 

[adamb94]

thank you for all the sites and information everyone.
its an investment thats for sure

 

[zombiepixel]

Yeah it is, I've been using the same digital point-and-shoot for years and have been itching to get an SLR for a while. I finally took the jump (today actually) and ordered the Nikon D5000, not as advanced as the D90 but still seems like a great camera for and SLR newb.

This is also a great site for reviews, information, and comparisons

http://dpreview.com/