MR.Pie
From 2007, my dad purchased a Sony Alpha 100a. One of the first Sony DSLRs made.
From then, ive fell in love with photography. Today, I still use the same very 100a. I really want a Canon 7d, and etc, but its so over priced.
My question is, does cameras really matter? I feel like no matter what, it depends on the person, not the camera.
Answer
While the skill of the photographer is key, the quality and functionality of the camera plays a very big part.
Whether the camera is a twenty dollar point and shoot, or a three thousand dollar medium format film camera, the equipment still needs someone to set it up and operate it. A skilled photographer can take that cheap instrument and come up with some beautiful images and, a random four year old child might not get even ONE good image from that three thousand dollar camera.
But, here's the thing: Photographers, whether professional or amateur don't spend LOTS of money on equipment just because it costs more. They spend the money because the camera can DO more, and, in the hands of someone who knows how to use it, produces much better results. More expensive cameras have features thal allow greater flexibility in poor conditions, such as low light, bright light, fast motion or even slow subject motion. They will have features that can be added such as remote controls, interchangable lenses and, most important, GOOD quality, precision parts, including better lenses. (shop around and you will see that lenses actually cost more than most camera bodies)
This is true whether discussing film or digital cameras. I don't know the specific camera models you mention, but greater megapixels and screen resolutions mean better quality prints in large sizes. For some purposes, that may mean a LOT towards the ultimate use of the print. So, your term "over priced" is subjective. If your Sony Alpha is "good enough" for your purposes, then it makes no sense to spend any more money. But for someone who needs the capabilities of the Canon, it may make more sense to spend every dime of it.
Look at it this way, if you had never had access to your dad's Sony, would you be satisfied, today, with the same passion for photography, if you were using a one megapixel, off brand camera purchased at a truck stop convenience store or bait shop?
While the skill of the photographer is key, the quality and functionality of the camera plays a very big part.
Whether the camera is a twenty dollar point and shoot, or a three thousand dollar medium format film camera, the equipment still needs someone to set it up and operate it. A skilled photographer can take that cheap instrument and come up with some beautiful images and, a random four year old child might not get even ONE good image from that three thousand dollar camera.
But, here's the thing: Photographers, whether professional or amateur don't spend LOTS of money on equipment just because it costs more. They spend the money because the camera can DO more, and, in the hands of someone who knows how to use it, produces much better results. More expensive cameras have features thal allow greater flexibility in poor conditions, such as low light, bright light, fast motion or even slow subject motion. They will have features that can be added such as remote controls, interchangable lenses and, most important, GOOD quality, precision parts, including better lenses. (shop around and you will see that lenses actually cost more than most camera bodies)
This is true whether discussing film or digital cameras. I don't know the specific camera models you mention, but greater megapixels and screen resolutions mean better quality prints in large sizes. For some purposes, that may mean a LOT towards the ultimate use of the print. So, your term "over priced" is subjective. If your Sony Alpha is "good enough" for your purposes, then it makes no sense to spend any more money. But for someone who needs the capabilities of the Canon, it may make more sense to spend every dime of it.
Look at it this way, if you had never had access to your dad's Sony, would you be satisfied, today, with the same passion for photography, if you were using a one megapixel, off brand camera purchased at a truck stop convenience store or bait shop?
I want a new Camera? Preferably with a Remote!?
Sunshin
I want a new camera to film my youtube videos on and I would like a good quality one with a remote control. I don't have good editing software and thats why I want the remote. HELP!
Answer
The Canon Rebel T3i takes the consumer level dSLR a couple steps closer to the mid-level Canon 60D with the addition of the rotating rear LCD screen, remote flash firing, and in-camera processing features. The already highly competent, older Rebel T2i already shared many important features with the 60D (and even features of the semi-pro 7D) including the 18 MP sensor, 63-zone exposure metering system, high ISO performance, HD movie capabilities, and Digic 4 image processor. With these new upgrades, it might make it even more difficult to choose between them. But there are some important differences.
The Canon Rebel T3i takes the consumer level dSLR a couple steps closer to the mid-level Canon 60D with the addition of the rotating rear LCD screen, remote flash firing, and in-camera processing features. The already highly competent, older Rebel T2i already shared many important features with the 60D (and even features of the semi-pro 7D) including the 18 MP sensor, 63-zone exposure metering system, high ISO performance, HD movie capabilities, and Digic 4 image processor. With these new upgrades, it might make it even more difficult to choose between them. But there are some important differences.
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