Is the Nikon D3100 D-SLR a good beginner photographer's camera?
I'm only fifteen. I've taken a photo journalism class, though, so I know the basics of opperating a SLR camera. I'm quick to learn, I prefer manual over auto, and I plan on making a career in photography. I finally got my mom to say yes to getting me a D-SLR. We've been looking into Canon and Nikon as those two seem to be the best in the market at the moment. I don't want to spend any more than $1300. We checked out Best Buy and this other camera shop. The camera shop sells the D3100 for $700.It comes with a 18-35mm lens for free. The kit that comes with it (three year warranty, lens filter, cleaners, extra battery, screen protector, memory card, and a card reader) costs. $200? I believe so. And then I plan on buying a 55-300mm lens for $400.So just the right prices! Anyways. I'll be taking pictures of mainly wildlife, landscapes, etc. Occasionally some portraits. But not quite as often. And then plenty of Macro photos. But that's for later on when I get a Macro lens.(:
My family and I are going up to Yellowstone in a month. Do you think this deal sounds good for a beginner in photography? I want a good video wiith it as well. Not like, professional quality. But at least decent enough that it's moving at a good speed.
I already have a tripod, by the way.
Keep in mind that in the future I plan on getting a new D-SLR. Maybe not the near future. But I will at least some point upgrade from this. Especially once I manage to get a job.
Buy it, the D-3000 series cameras are great for beginners. I have one, and it's a perfect beginner camera. Now that I've got the hang of it, I'm looking to upgrade to a better camera.
Oh and I think Nikon is Way better than Canon. Just saying.
The D3100 is a good entry level dslr. It does come with the 18-55 lens for that price. Nikon just came out with the D5100 which is only $200 more with the same lens. The D5100 is a big improvement over the D3100. The sensor is the same as the sensor they use in the new D7000. The new D5100 would be a lot better in low light situations plus it's video capability is one of the best out there right now. It is still geared as an entry level but with more possibilities. The D5100 will last you a longtime until you are ready for an upgrade.
One of the best things you can do is research them. Go online and read all the reviews on both and compare them. Read customer reviews as well and see how they like them.
When pricing your camera too, besides Best Buy or other stores, check online retailers as well. You can save some money that way. Some do run specials and offer free shipping. Of course, you have to be careful to make sure you buy from a reputable place. There are a few of them that is well known amongst the photographer world. The one that most know about is B&H video photo. You can check out the D5100 on their site here:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/...amera.html
Yes.