What camera is good for horse photography and videoing?

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I'm looking to buy a camera for taking pictures and videos of horses and horse riding in general, but my maximum is £200.
If anyone can give suggestions and than examples of pictures and/or videos of horses that it has taken, that'd be great. Thanks in advance :)
P.s I put this in the horse section because I figured some horsey people will be big on horse photography :)

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About any camera that has a high megapixel rating and has the capability to control the shutter speeds and apertures will suffice. The important thing will always be the skills of the photographer. A camera is only a tool and is only as good as the user.

I recently purchased a GE x200 because it is small and versatile to carry in my saddlebags for fun shooting, but found it quite capable for professional quality shooting of horse events in remote areas

In addition, I have found folks are usually calmer when looking down the lens of a not so "pro looking" camera. This is one attribute many pros take advantage of while shooting candids. There are many compact digitals today with very high resolutions.

Here is a photo I took with the GE X200 at a recent ACTHA event . This was taken deep within the woods where traditional pro equiptment would have been too bulky to pack in.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/50856837@N04/8981636288/

Feel free to look at my photo collection on flickr, and I think you will see I get the job done in capturing images. Not meaning to toot any horn, but merely stating that the most important photographic piece of equiptment lies behind the viewfinder.That equiptment is the knowledge of composition and knowledge in the mechanics of photography. The GE X200 retails for $180.

What type of camera should I use to shoot pictures for an online magazine?

Victoria

I'm wanting to start an online magazine but I'm not necessarily sure how many pixels I should look for when choosing a camera. I don't want one of the bigger, bulkier cameras that you have to buy lens for (simply because I'm not that advanced in photography) but I want something that can produce great quality photos. Any advice on where to start? I'm looking to get a camera next week to start learning to use and shoot with so any advice will help! Thanks!

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Megapixels are over-rated these days. Most new cameras have more than enough pixel depth (ie. resolution) for most people's needs. There are other things, as well, that you should think about.

Read the following articles for some good advice on purchasing a new camera:

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/electronics-computers/cameras-photography/digital-cameras/digital-camera-buying-advice/digital-camera-getting-started/digital-camera-getting-started.htm


http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-camera-buying-guide/


http://freephotocourse.com/photography-tip-18.html


Hope this is helpful!

David

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What is the best dslr camera you can get that isn't very expensive?

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Claire

I want a dslr camera that is under about 300 dollars that can take very good quality pictures. I know most dslr cameras are very expensive, but I am looking for the best camera that isn't as expensive. And also, is it a good idea to look for a used dslr camera so it can be cheaper than the original price?

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Make sure you get a canon. if you get nikon you will probably end up shedding out for more lenses. the D300 is NOT the best digital slr so don't listen. It is far from the best. If you are looking for a good price and fairly cheap lenses always go for a used Canon. If you get a model such as 400d or 350d which has been out for time you will get one for very cheap. Check ebay or amazon for used 400d body's.

I used the 400d before my 7d and it served me VERY well. :)

What is a good dslr camera for a future photojournalism student?

Q. im looking for a dslr camera to use in my last year of high school and college however i dont know what to look for or where to look.

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Do you already know photography with a film SLR? If not, you need something 100% manual. A Pentax K-1000 type camera, to learn with. If you are serious about PJ stuff, then you need to know how to set up a camera by instinct, not plodding through menus. A few years with manual film gear will either teach you that skill, or change your career path.

Any of the current medium range DSLR bodies would serve you well if you already know all that aperture and ISO trivia stuff. Nikon D300s, Canon 7D, Sony A850, Pentax k7, Olympus E30/E3.

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