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    100% new to photography

    Hello people.

    So Im new to photography. I promised myself since I was in grade school that I'll buy a good camera and starts to shoot anywhere I feel shooting. I bought a brand new nikon L120 last week and It came today (as I stated on my other thread). Is it good enough for starters? Plus im low on budget so I bought it on a good site in where they give me discounts.

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    You did fine. The important thing is to get a camera you're comfortable with so you'll take tons of pictures. I expect, down the road, you'll want something that gives you more manual control. But don't worry about it too much. Just take a lot of photos, don't be afraid to experiment, ask lots of questions, and post on the Photo Critique forum so you can learn from the experienced photographers here
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    Re: 100% new to photography

    Quote Originally Posted by Photo-John View Post
    You did fine. The important thing is to get a camera you're comfortable with so you'll take tons of pictures. I expect, down the road, you'll want something that gives you more manual control. But don't worry about it too much. Just take a lot of photos, don't be afraid to experiment, ask lots of questions, and post on the Photo Critique forum so you can learn from the experienced photographers here
    Hi John,

    Thanks for those wonderful words! I was more encouraged after seeing some pictures of members here taking pictures of the nature near them. I'll be sharing mine soon

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    Your new camera seems to get fairly good reviews. With such a long reach lens, let us know what you think after you have taken a bunch of pictures.
    Enjoy.
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    Nikon D7200
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    Keeping it light and simple.

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    Welcome to our great world The sky is the limit...so go shoot the sky.

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    I'm new just like you. Well, I haven't even bought a camera yet so I guess you're ahead of me. GReat info on this site!

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    Hi guys!
    I'm also new to this forum, found it very interesting but confusing for me as a beginner. I want to buy my first DSLR and I love to snap photos of everything but nature is my favorite and then family/friend. My budget is 2500 $. (max 3000$). I was told to buy a Canon 7D, or Canon 60D, or Nikon D90...I'd really appreciate if you could kindly guide me which camera/lens is better for me to buy?

    Thanks

    Hilda

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    you can buy from ebay

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    I'm new as well. I've only ever owned simple digital point-and-shoot cameras. I'm looking to get something with a little more manual control (I still want Auto though) and something that isn't too expensive. I prefer to take action photos, family, and nature. Low light quality, good zoom, and a wider angle is preferred in the camera. I know you can use different lenses, but I'd like those all good quality with the camera. I'm looking to spend no more than $500 on a camera. I'll deal with any lenses later.

    Does anyone have a sugestion on where I could start as a beginner? Thank you!!

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    Whats the best DSLR between 300-500 dollars with video function? I got the d3000 and it dosent have video so im returning it.

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    DSLR with video is going to cost well over 500
    Keep Shooting!

    CHECK OUT THE PHOTO PROJECT FORUM
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    Please refrain from editing my photos without asking.

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    look at the camera i use maybe Nikon d5100 . Cameta has them refurbished so you can save some $$$$$$$
    Nikon D5100
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    55-300
    <<BLACKRAPID>>>>Sport2

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    Quote Originally Posted by RoguePix View Post
    Hello people.

    So Im new to photography. I promised myself since I was in grade school that I'll buy a good camera and starts to shoot anywhere I feel shooting. I bought a brand new nikon L120 last week and It came today (as I stated on my other thread). Is it good enough for starters? Plus im low on budget so I bought it on a good site in where they give me discounts.
    So do I,you're in the right forum

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    Hi!

    I'm new to this forum and to photography and i need some help choosing between two cameras. Please help. The two cameras are Olympus VG-160 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3.

    Thanks in advance.

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    Hi,,people I'm new in this forum,hope this forum enlighting me...

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    Re: 100% new to photography

    I'm not 100% newbie. But Im seeking advice as well. Didn't mean to hijack but I need 5 post to ask for advice..

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