Nikon SLR Cameras

Which brand wuld u prefer?

vanessa_iona
vanessa_iona

Which brand would you prefer for better photography? Cannon or Nikon?
if cannon what model of D-SLR?
if Nikon what model of D-SLR?

Added (1). Ya in Nikon what model D-SLR?
D7000 or D5100? Or something else… Thats really important… Please…

Added (2). Oh cool thank you a lot guys… So many recommend Nikon D7000 over Nikon D5100 right?

jishnu
jishnu

Nikon. Definetly. I'm a really good photographer, even though I'm only in 9th grade, in sure about this. I have a really good Nikon digital SLR.

Steve-o
Steve-o

We can give you much better answers if you provide a detailed description of what type of photography you will be doing.

This doesn't specifically answer your question, but might prove useful:
http://www.dpreview.com/...ide_01.htm

DP Review is an excellent resource for buyers.

Miyuki
Miyuki

Personally, I'm a Nikon fan. I find that they're more comfortable for me to use, overall, and the menu system is a lot more convenient.

Honestly, they are both excellent cameras. The choice should boil down to personal preference. You need to go to a store and use models from both manufacturers before you decide. Chances are that you'll find you have a clear preference for one or the other after handling a couple different cameras.

As far as models are concerned… Again, you should find that you have a clear preference for one over the rest if you try out a few different ones. If you've never used a DSLR before, the entry-level ones will probably be more than enough for you to start out with. The lenses you use are really what matters when it comes to the quality of your pictures, not whether you have an expensive camera body. Nikon's D3100 has a guide mode that can help you learn how to use it as you're shooting, too.

If you really want to get the most out of a DSLR, you should look for some online tutorials that cover composition, exposure, lighting, and other basics of photography. If you plan to use preset modes, you might as well save the money and pick up a compact point-and-shoot or bridge model instead.

Brandi Lynn
Brandi Lynn

It's all about personal preference if you're biased when it comes to brands.
I, however, am pretty biased. Canon was the first camera I ever picked up, and I'll continue to use Canon.

But like that one guy said, a D-SLR won't make you better. You have to know how to work the camera to get the most out of it.

Guest
Guest

Listen love its like asking 'hey Audi is so much better, still why do people buy Mercs'? Similarly here audi is Nikon for me & Merc is Canon (cannon is a fire arm)…

Regarding Nikon D7000 is way better than the D5100. You could have asked between teh 7000 & d90, that could have been some comparison worthy thing…

So like i was sayin, in plain terms D7000 has better image quality at night (which is mst important, how a camera performs in lowlight-darkness… )

I have a D90… You can check my pics… -->

setaian
setaian

For entry level cameras… Pentax (the K7 or if money is tight the K-r)
For mid-level cameras… Canon (the EOS 7D)
For professional cameras… Nikon (D700)

deep blue2
deep blue2

I shoot Nikon & I made that choice due to specific requirements I have. The ability for off camera flash (especially rear curtain sync) is far greater with Nikons than Canon.

Nikon can also use all legacy Nikon lenses made since 1959 as they have never changed their lens mount (Canon changed theirs in the 1980's, so no lenses made before then fit modern Canon bodies).

Nikon also allow DX glass to work on their FX bodies (albeit cropped, but they WORK) which is handy if you ever upgrade. Canon DX glass does not work on the FX bodies.

These were my reasons - yours may be different. Both Nikon & Canon make excellent cameras/lenses. Nikon bodies I'd recommend (depends on your budget) are the D90 (older but good) or the D7000. I'd also recommend second hand bodies like the D200 or the D300(s).

The only way to know what's best for YOU is to try out a few models from each brand in a shop - feel for weight, button position, menu choices etc and then decide.

Edit: on reading your other Q's this seems to be your first DSLR. Don't assume that by buying a DSLR you will magically get better images - you need to learn how to 'drive' one. If you use it on Auto, you might as well have bought a point & shoot.
Learn about the basics of photography - exposure, composition & lighting and you will get the best out of it.