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07/02/2008 08:45:39 PM · #1 |
Just an opinion--personally, I like a camera with a bit of bulk. My E-300 is a heavy brick of a beast, and I love it. I feel secure in its sturdy heft. The other day I picked up a Nikon D40 and immediately put it down, for fear of breaking it.
So, let's hear your thoughts--do you like to shoot with a cinder block or a feather? |
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07/02/2008 08:46:44 PM · #2 |
| in between? I dont want 50lbs hanging around my neck |
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07/02/2008 08:49:00 PM · #3 |
| Ah, a moderate. You're no fun. jk :P |
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07/02/2008 08:53:03 PM · #4 |
I migrated from a mostly plastic Canon Powershot G2, 6 years old to a Nikon D300 recently. When I learned that my G2 weighed under a pound and my D300 with lens would weigh 2-3 pounds I was a bit nervous, to say the least.
After using the D300 for a week, I went to move my G2 and I almost dropped it, flipped right out of my hand it was so light. All I could think holding it is, don't they sell these for $20 at K-mart? Like a toy camera so cheap ugh...
That said, my D300 is managable, however stick the SB-800 on the top and it begins to cause some soreness after about ten minutes of constant use. I don't like that. However I figure I have two choices, get a stronger arm, or give up the D300...
Do you know where I can buy a cheap weight lifting set by any chance? ;)
Message edited by author 2008-07-02 20:53:42. |
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07/02/2008 08:53:41 PM · #5 |
| hehe, I would have to say on the sturdy side, at least for me its more comfortable, but also not TOO heavy i dont know what im saying anymore lol |
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07/02/2008 08:55:30 PM · #6 |
| I walk around with my D300 with the battery grip and a Tokina 12-24 all day. Doesn't bother me a bit. |
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07/02/2008 08:56:04 PM · #7 |
| I have the Canon 350XT and Canon 40D and weight does make a difference. I seem to be able to balance the 40D better than I could the 350XT. Could be the weight or the size difference or both. So for me I like a camera that is a bit on the heavy side vs. light weight. |
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07/02/2008 08:56:17 PM · #8 |
| What's the weight like on a D80 (compared to a D40 and a D300), anyone know? Because that thing has the features I want in my next camera, but if it feels like the D40, forget it, I'll keep saving till I can afford the D300. |
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07/02/2008 08:56:52 PM · #9 |
I dunno... my 40D is a lot heavier than my XTi especially with the speedlight attached to the top... I also refuse to add a battery grip because of the extra weight.
I do lament the XTi and it's rare use now that I have a better camera because of the weight :)
However, you don't see me puttin down that 40D either, now do ya?? :) |
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07/02/2008 08:59:42 PM · #10 |
From dpreview:
D40: 522 g (18.4 oz)
D40X: 522 g (18.4 oz)
D60: 522 g (18.4 oz)
D80: 668 g (23.6 oz)
D3: 1300 g (45.9 oz)
D300: 925 g (32.6 oz)
D700: 1074 g (37.9 oz)
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07/02/2008 08:59:53 PM · #11 |
heavier the better, my camera needs to feel like a camera, i feel like im going to break any of the rebel series cameras if i squeeze it to hard with the exception of the 300D.
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07/02/2008 09:02:27 PM · #12 |
After carrying a 30D with battery grip and 70-200 attached for a few days, anything smaller feels like a toy. :D
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07/02/2008 09:05:46 PM · #13 |
Originally posted by idnic:
After carrying a 30D with battery grip and 70-200 attached for a few days, anything smaller feels like a toy. :D |
After carrying a 30D with a battery grip and a 400mm f/2.8L around for half a day, shootiing hand-held, ANYTHING smaller feels like a toy
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07/02/2008 09:10:22 PM · #14 |
For me, the size and durability of the camera matters more than the weight. I like a large camera. My wife̢۪s 350XT was too small for my hands until we added the battery pack. I love the way my 5D feels in my hand.
I guess size does matter. :)
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07/02/2008 09:10:52 PM · #15 |
heavier rather than lighter...for that matter - shorter rather than taller, thin rather than thick, small rather than large...anything more thBLAM!
Shut that thought right out. |
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07/02/2008 09:12:22 PM · #16 |
Originally posted by togtog:
Do you know where I can buy a cheap weight lifting set by any chance? ;) |
I have to laugh, 2 years ago when I got my d200, I noticed after a couple of hours that I was having a hard time keeping it steady for shots, so it was off to Wally World for a 40lb set of dumbbells.
It was about $25 (US) as I remember.
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07/02/2008 09:12:58 PM · #17 |
After buying my E500 I immediately noticed how light my new Dslr was compared to my OM2's and other film cameras. I never took so many blurry pictures and thought I had lost the edge at taking pics. I was disappointed to say the least. I never quite got used to light cameras and was more inclined to put it on a tripod rather than holding it. I always felt my E500 and other cameras from other brands of the same caliber all had this weight problem.
Until I asked to see the E3. I immediately felt how I did with a film camera in my hand and bought the camera on the spot. I dont't take blurry pics anymore, problem solved. This thing is heavy and I love it. With the battery pack on it it feels tank-tough. I feel so steady now my confidence is back and I take shots like I used to back in the day. woohoo |
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07/02/2008 09:42:21 PM · #18 |
| I like my camera as light and as small as possible (within reason). My Canon AE-1 film SLR was a beast and I lugged it around all day once at Disney - one of the reasons I started leaving it behind - too much hassle. The Fuji prosumer cameras have a nice feel, yet are relatively light weight. The 10x optical zoom is nice, but I struggle with picture quality - it does OK in some lighting situations, but low light or higher ISO - forget it. Wish I had the performance of the DSLRs in the weight and size of package of the S700. It even fits in my briefcase without any bulges, and I can take it about anywhere. Still is big enough to scream CAMERA IN THE AREA when you carry it, though. :-( |
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07/02/2008 10:40:28 PM · #19 |
Originally posted by idnic:
After carrying a 30D with battery grip and 70-200 attached for a few days, anything smaller feels like a toy. :D |
That's my set-up and some days are 10-11 hours, in the sun, uphill, both ways and add a 550EX 2-4 days back to back 100% hand held.
Edit to add: upper body by Canon! (I should rent it out as a fitness program!)
Message edited by author 2008-07-02 22:42:46. |
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07/02/2008 11:05:24 PM · #20 |
I go for a camera with some meat on it's bones.
My first serious camera was a Canon A-1. Nice, but small and light. Popped for the motor drive so I would have more to hang onto.
When XL gloves are too small, you need a camera with some size.
If I had smaller hands, I might feel differently. |
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07/02/2008 11:47:51 PM · #21 |
The S3 Fuji's that I use weigh about 2 lbs with battery and no lens. Compared to most of the DSLR's that I have picked up, with the exception of the Canon Mk series, the S3's feel pretty heavy. They fit my hand nicely though, and have a good amount of grip rubber for me to hold on to. I shoot with older metal body lenses most of the time, so the whole package weighs a lot compared with most DSLR's with lens.
I get by very nicely with that because I like to use a Giottos pro monopod most of the time, and can actually rest the weight of my arms on the camera when I am not on the move. The monopod allows me to shoot on a location or at events like the grandkids ball games for a long time without my shoulders getting too tired.
I also carry a little 8.3mp Fuji A820 P&S most of the time on my belt for when I need a photo or short video of something and don't want to be packing a big camera around. Love the little Fuji, except for very low light shooting when it gets noisy. It's handy at work for shooting machine nameplate info, and for copying paper work that I want to have a look at later, for instance, when people give me business cards I can put the card in a photo file in my computer.
What does everyone's normal everyday shooting bag weigh? My day trip load is in a Canon backpack, and weighs about 21 Lbs, and I sometimes carry a second smaller bag with a lens or two and maybe a gadget plus my monopod. For hiking around or events, I carry a fanny pack with maybe one or two lenses and a bottle of water, or if it is not too hot, wear a photog's vest.
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07/03/2008 12:38:05 AM · #22 |
| let's see.. Tokina 16-50, D300, battery pack with 8 AAs, sb-800 with fifth battery... 8 hours for 2 days straight... My friends 40D with battery grip and a 17-85 feels like a toy now. |
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