what camara?

jbonez · 11/11/2011, 09:26 AM

im looking to buy a new camaras im currently using a( GE A1250 12.2 MEGAPIXEL) what type & brand camaras do you use...

dublo8 · 11/11/2011, 10:16 AM

I'm a nikon fan. I use a d40x for everyday shooting and I also have a d5000. You really can't go wrong with a starter package that usually includes a lense, body and case to get you started. Be prepared, the only other hobby that costs more than reefing is photography. I have probably $5k+ in equipment. It's fun and you will see the world a bit differently once you get a lens in front of your eye. you'll see photo ops everywhere and you will always say "damn I wish I had my camera".

Obviously there are other brands out there such as ugh canon lol. Check out adorama for some used but great equipment. Also maybe stop by our RC photography forum.

Welcome to the other hobby.

Sent from my who cares they all do it now.

jbonez · 11/11/2011, 10:28 AM

sorry double post

jbonez · 11/11/2011, 10:29 AM

hows this for just tank shots and everyday use...
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Canon+-+...t=abcat0403000, abcat0401000_&cp=1&lp=9

aandfsoccr04 · 11/11/2011, 10:35 AM

I was in just this predicament about a week or 2 ago so I will throw in my opinion for what its worth. I posted in the photography forum and talked to a lot of folks about what camera to get. It really is up to you about how much effort you want to put into it to learn about taking pictures to get the quality full tank and macro shots that people post on here. After some research and several recommendations by the folks over there I settled on the top of the line point and shoot that canon makes: a G12

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Canon+-+...ci_sku=1218396

jbonez · 11/11/2011, 10:40 AM

ya it looks like a great camara but im looking to spend around $200 x-mas is around the corner and i have a lot of gifts to buy lol

dublo8 · 11/11/2011, 11:15 AM

It depends on how into it you want to get. Point and shoots are going to be in your price range but if it's something you really want to get into, then a dslr is what you want to save for. I'm sure you can get a descent pioing and shoot for that price. Look for something with a macro mode for tank pics. Read your reviews carefully.

Sent from my who cares they all do it now.

Misled · 11/11/2011, 11:50 AM

This is my carry for shooting bugs and flowers. Remove the flash and put it on a tripod for the tank.

returnofsid · 11/11/2011, 12:38 PM

I'd recommend doing a lot of research and browsing through RC's photography forum, paying particular attention to the Stickies.

To answer your question, I shoot with a Canon 7D w/100mm Macro, Canon 50mm 1.8 and Canon 18-200mmIS.

Uncle Salty 05 · 11/11/2011, 01:23 PM

http://store.kodak.com/store/ekconsu..._-HOLIDAY-_-LP

d2mini · 11/11/2011, 02:07 PM

for $200 or less, I would just use my iPhone.

jbonez · 11/11/2011, 08:44 PM

well i got a( CANON POWER SHOT SX40 HS ) $399 ON SALE AT BESTBUY PICS LOOK GREAT ILL POST SOME TOMORROW

dirk_brijs · 11/11/2011, 09:01 PM

anyone any experience with Fuji FinePix S3300?
http://www.amazon.com/Fuji-FinePix-S...1066819&sr=8-1
looks like a powerfull camera for the money?

11/11/2011, 09:26 AM	#1
jbonez SALT LIFE Join Date: May 2008 Location: alabama Posts: 1,188	what camara? im looking to buy a new camaras im currently using a( GE A1250 12.2 MEGAPIXEL) what type & brand camaras do you use... __________________ IT IS WHAT IT IS! Current Tank Info: 75GL MIXED REEF\|40B FRAG LIGHTING -4ft DIY 120 3W CREE LEDS ROYAL BLUES & COOL WHITES\| FLOW-vortech mp40 \| BRS HC GFO TLF REACTOR W/COBOLT MJ600\| REEF OCTOPUS BH90 SKIMMER\| TUNZE OSMOLATOR 3155 ATO W/MAGNETS\|REEF KEEPER ELITE.

11/11/2011, 10:16 AM	#2
dublo8 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Morgan Hill, Ca Posts: 3,225	I'm a nikon fan. I use a d40x for everyday shooting and I also have a d5000. You really can't go wrong with a starter package that usually includes a lense, body and case to get you started. Be prepared, the only other hobby that costs more than reefing is photography. I have probably $5k+ in equipment. It's fun and you will see the world a bit differently once you get a lens in front of your eye. you'll see photo ops everywhere and you will always say "damn I wish I had my camera". Obviously there are other brands out there such as ugh canon lol. Check out adorama for some used but great equipment. Also maybe stop by our RC photography forum. Welcome to the other hobby. Sent from my who cares they all do it now. __________________ 10g IM fusion. Zoa and SPS dominant, Apex monitored, Ai Prime, MP10, sicce return. Last edited by dublo8; 11/11/2011 at 10:21 AM.

11/11/2011, 10:28 AM	#3
jbonez SALT LIFE Join Date: May 2008 Location: alabama Posts: 1,188	sorry double post __________________ IT IS WHAT IT IS! Current Tank Info: 75GL MIXED REEF\|40B FRAG LIGHTING -4ft DIY 120 3W CREE LEDS ROYAL BLUES & COOL WHITES\| FLOW-vortech mp40 \| BRS HC GFO TLF REACTOR W/COBOLT MJ600\| REEF OCTOPUS BH90 SKIMMER\| TUNZE OSMOLATOR 3155 ATO W/MAGNETS\|REEF KEEPER ELITE.

11/11/2011, 10:29 AM	#4
jbonez SALT LIFE Join Date: May 2008 Location: alabama Posts: 1,188	hows this for just tank shots and everyday use... http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Canon+-+...t=abcat0403000, abcat0401000_&cp=1&lp=9 __________________ IT IS WHAT IT IS! Current Tank Info: 75GL MIXED REEF\|40B FRAG LIGHTING -4ft DIY 120 3W CREE LEDS ROYAL BLUES & COOL WHITES\| FLOW-vortech mp40 \| BRS HC GFO TLF REACTOR W/COBOLT MJ600\| REEF OCTOPUS BH90 SKIMMER\| TUNZE OSMOLATOR 3155 ATO W/MAGNETS\|REEF KEEPER ELITE.

11/11/2011, 10:35 AM	#5
aandfsoccr04 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 3,561	I was in just this predicament about a week or 2 ago so I will throw in my opinion for what its worth. I posted in the photography forum and talked to a lot of folks about what camera to get. It really is up to you about how much effort you want to put into it to learn about taking pictures to get the quality full tank and macro shots that people post on here. After some research and several recommendations by the folks over there I settled on the top of the line point and shoot that canon makes: a G12 http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Canon+-+...ci_sku=1218396 __________________ 120 gallon mixed reef

11/11/2011, 10:40 AM	#6
jbonez SALT LIFE Join Date: May 2008 Location: alabama Posts: 1,188	ya it looks like a great camara but im looking to spend around $200 x-mas is around the corner and i have a lot of gifts to buy lol __________________ IT IS WHAT IT IS! Current Tank Info: 75GL MIXED REEF\|40B FRAG LIGHTING -4ft DIY 120 3W CREE LEDS ROYAL BLUES & COOL WHITES\| FLOW-vortech mp40 \| BRS HC GFO TLF REACTOR W/COBOLT MJ600\| REEF OCTOPUS BH90 SKIMMER\| TUNZE OSMOLATOR 3155 ATO W/MAGNETS\|REEF KEEPER ELITE.

11/11/2011, 11:15 AM	#7
dublo8 Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Morgan Hill, Ca Posts: 3,225	It depends on how into it you want to get. Point and shoots are going to be in your price range but if it's something you really want to get into, then a dslr is what you want to save for. I'm sure you can get a descent pioing and shoot for that price. Look for something with a macro mode for tank pics. Read your reviews carefully. Sent from my who cares they all do it now. __________________ 10g IM fusion. Zoa and SPS dominant, Apex monitored, Ai Prime, MP10, sicce return.

11/11/2011, 11:50 AM	#8
Misled RC Mod Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Pittsburgh, Pa Posts: 11,440 Blog Entries: 11	This is my carry for shooting bugs and flowers. Remove the flash and put it on a tripod for the tank. __________________ Jesse I'm not saying I'm Batman. I'm just saying nobody has ever seen me and Batman in a room together.

11/11/2011, 12:38 PM	#9
returnofsid Registered Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,852	I'd recommend doing a lot of research and browsing through RC's photography forum, paying particular attention to the Stickies. To answer your question, I shoot with a Canon 7D w/100mm Macro, Canon 50mm 1.8 and Canon 18-200mmIS.

11/11/2011, 01:23 PM	#10
Uncle Salty 05 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 3,799	http://store.kodak.com/store/ekconsu..._-HOLIDAY-_-LP __________________ In all that I endure, of one thing I am sure. Knowledge and reason, change like the season. A jester's promenade. - Kerry Livgren Current Tank Info: 180 gal reef tank with dual attached refugiums 20 long and 10 gallon. Plus 55 gallon True Percula breeding tank.

11/11/2011, 02:07 PM	#11
d2mini Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 10,344	for $200 or less, I would just use my iPhone. __________________ -dennis Elos Diamond 120xl \| Elos Stand \| Radion G4 Pros \| GHL Profilux Controller \| LifeReef Skimmer \| LifeReef Sump Photos taken with a Nikon D750 or Leica M.

11/11/2011, 08:44 PM	#12
jbonez SALT LIFE Join Date: May 2008 Location: alabama Posts: 1,188	well i got a( CANON POWER SHOT SX40 HS ) $399 ON SALE AT BESTBUY PICS LOOK GREAT ILL POST SOME TOMORROW __________________ IT IS WHAT IT IS! Current Tank Info: 75GL MIXED REEF\|40B FRAG LIGHTING -4ft DIY 120 3W CREE LEDS ROYAL BLUES & COOL WHITES\| FLOW-vortech mp40 \| BRS HC GFO TLF REACTOR W/COBOLT MJ600\| REEF OCTOPUS BH90 SKIMMER\| TUNZE OSMOLATOR 3155 ATO W/MAGNETS\|REEF KEEPER ELITE.

11/11/2011, 09:01 PM	#13
dirk_brijs Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Pattaya Thailand Posts: 1,457	anyone any experience with Fuji FinePix S3300? http://www.amazon.com/Fuji-FinePix-S...1066819&sr=8-1 looks like a powerfull camera for the money?

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