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09/30/2004 11:21:18 PM · #1 |
I'm looking to upgrade from my Fuji S5000. It is clear that the vast majority of the "seasoned" vets of this site choose one or the other. If I was to upgrade, which should I buy? What I want is image quality, durability and speed. Any thoughts and.............. no fights please. Thanks in advance.
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09/30/2004 11:23:25 PM · #2 |
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09/30/2004 11:25:27 PM · #3 |
No. So I'm not biased in that way.
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09/30/2004 11:33:59 PM · #4 |
I think when it all comes down to it....get them both in your hand and really play with all the buttons...think about what you want for in camera functions...and go with the one that just feels best....I love my D70...but no matter what one you pick...seriously think about the prices of good glass...and definatly look at the Sigma 105mm Macro you can get it for both...it just an awesome lens.
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09/30/2004 11:34:20 PM · #5 |
Are you only contemplating N or C? There are other very good entry level (if that is what you're looking for) dslr's from other manufacturers. Olympus and Konica-Minolta are putting out their's very soon and both look to be solid competition for the big guys. Also, don't forget, Pentax, Fuji and Sigma also make good dslr's.
Check out //www.dpreview.com for the low-down on all these offerings. No sense in limiting yourself to just two possible manufacturers. Just mho. |
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09/30/2004 11:38:47 PM · #6 |
I have had numerous Fuji cameras and have always been very pleased. I'm concerned about lens availablity and proprietary limitation when selecting a manufacturer. It seems that the photography world sees Nikon and/or Canon as the "Big Boys" thus the greatest selection of lenses. This is what I'm thinking but sometimes I'm way off.
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09/30/2004 11:48:31 PM · #7 |
I think lens selection is a very legitimate concern. I know that Fuji takes Nikon lenses and Konica-Minolta has a good selection of their own, as well. The Olympus 4/3rds system is another story though, as they are just getting started with that standard, and you won't have as large a selection of lenses as the other manufacturers.
One good reason for sticking with either Canon or Nikon is that you'll be able to get a lot of help here on DPC as, I would guess over 80% of the members have one or the other. I would do a lot of studying and talking with people, and, as mentioned above, handling the different cameras in the stores, before making any decision. |
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09/30/2004 11:57:06 PM · #8 |
Definitely go to your local camera shop and spend some time shooting with both the Canon and Nikon cameras. I did this when I was shopping for my camera, and just found the Nikon to 'feel' better to me. I found it just a little quicker and more natural to change settings, etc.
You'll get great quality pictures from either manufacturer, so get the camera that feels good to you, so you want to spend time with it.
Also, I agree with Olyuzi, check out the new Fuji cameras. They're pretty sweet too. |
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10/01/2004 12:07:26 AM · #9 |
I couldn't see much of a difference between the S3 and the S2 (both pro). However, the price of the S2 should drop since the S3 is out. Might be a good option.
For durability I'd check out dpreview, most mfger's have an alloy based model that seems to be the most durable. Some examples are the Fuji S2 and S3 Pro's, the Olympus E-1, Nikon D1X. Don't know which of Canon's fit that...
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10/01/2004 12:22:29 AM · #10 |
i will add an nother vote for going to a camera shop and play with each camera, check out the available features of each camera on line like at Dpreview where tou can see them side by side, play with each camera again, then really think of the features and controls of each camera, then chose the one you feel comfortable with. Both Canon and Nikon are great cameras, one just may fit your needs better than the other.
click here for a Canon 20d, Nikon D70, Canon 10D and Nikon D100 comparrison
James
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10/01/2004 07:24:59 AM · #11 |
I would also look carefully at the image samples from reviewers sites and see which camera's images really strike your fancy. I'm in the same boat as you are and will be upgrading to a dslr in the near future and so far, the Nikon D70 has really caught my eye. The sharpness of the images taken with this camera is unsurpassed, imho. If you buy the D70 lens kit it comes with a excellent kit lens with good range of focal lengths.
If money is an issue for you, then I would consider either the Canon dig Rebel or the soon to come out Olympus E300 (Evolt), which both will probably be around the $800 mark, I"m guessing. And if you can wait till about March, Canon will be releasing the second version of the Rebel and there could be price wars for these entry level DSLRs. |
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10/01/2004 07:46:07 AM · #12 |
A local camera store told my mum to wait about 2 weeks and the dRebel will drop a couple bucks in price.
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10/01/2004 07:52:22 AM · #13 |
Originally posted by Ivo:
I'm looking to upgrade from my Fuji S5000. It is clear that the vast majority of the "seasoned" vets of this site choose one or the other. If I was to upgrade, which should I buy? What I want is image quality, durability and speed. Any thoughts and.............. no fights please. Thanks in advance.
J |
You may want to look at the E-1 also. Canon and Nikon are great cameras but they are not the only thing out there. I love the E-1 and it handles great. Image quality is very good. Take a look at //www.myfourthirds.com for some samples with the camera. As far as build goes it has the build quality of the "Big Boys" for less then half the price. Just a few things I like about the E-1 are, Build Quality (Splash proof), Dust shaker to keep the CCD clean, CCD (I don't like CMOS sensors), Very little PP needed. Images look great right out of the camera, Dynamic Range 2 stops higher then 10D. Don't get me wrong I think all the new cameras out there great but for me I like the E-1 better then the rest. The best thing to do is go to a store and give them all a try.
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10/01/2004 08:41:25 AM · #14 |
Originally posted by TomH1000:
Originally posted by Ivo:
I'm looking to upgrade from my Fuji S5000. It is clear that the vast majority of the "seasoned" vets of this site choose one or the other. If I was to upgrade, which should I buy? What I want is image quality, durability and speed. Any thoughts and.............. no fights please. Thanks in advance.
J |
You may want to look at the E-1 also. Canon and Nikon are great cameras but they are not the only thing out there. I love the E-1 and it handles great. Image quality is very good. Take a look at //www.myfourthirds.com for some samples with the camera. As far as build goes it has the build quality of the "Big Boys" for less then half the price. Just a few things I like about the E-1 are, Build Quality (Splash proof), Dust shaker to keep the CCD clean, CCD (I don't like CMOS sensors), Very little PP needed. Images look great right out of the camera, Dynamic Range 2 stops higher then 10D. Don't get me wrong I think all the new cameras out there great but for me I like the E-1 better then the rest. The best thing to do is go to a store and give them all a try. |
I'd second the advice to look at Olympus, not just the E-1, but their new E-300, which looks to be a very good camera as well. BTW, although you would be mostly limited to Olympus optics, the lenses that are available are very nice. Also, other manufacturers are starting to make lenses for 4/3 (Olympus) cameras, Sigma introduced their first 4/3 lens not too long ago.
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10/01/2004 09:00:03 AM · #15 |
hey ivo, one thing i can say about which "side" to choose... the fuji controls and interfae are all based on nikon controls... granted the s5000 doesn't have as many controls anyway...
there are many reasons to choose one system over the other, it's really a matter of personal preference. personally i've always liked the nikon system better myself, and with the value of the d70, that was an easy choice for me. if you don't have any money invested in any glass or accessories from either system, then you're starting clean basically :) see if you can get your hands on a couple different cameras and try them out, see how they feel to you.
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