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It‘s on the metal rim: you can see Y/C on there which stands for Yashica/Contax
You would need something like this
Edit: added link
Too thin to be a camera. Could it be an iPhone case?
GIZMON Camera Design Case Cover For Apple iPhone 4/4S GIZMON iCA BLACK
https://www.amazon.com/GIZMON-Camera-Design-Cover-iPhone/dp/B006HXNC2C
Everyone on here is wrong. Its a proprietary usb cable port, used by Fuji. Its not mini usb, its not micro usb, definitely not any HDMI, as HDMI is right there next to it.. You need to find this specific cable.
It's not 'a little sus' it's a textbook scam. Check it out yourself... https://offerup.com/search?q=eos+r&source=autocomplete&delivery_param=s
They all have a made-up name (lots of roger and rick smith variations for some reason), no feedback, fake price, and in the body of the ad they ask you to text them, but put a bunch of punctuation in between the letters.
There's a Smith Rodgers in Florida, a Roger SMITH in Missouri, a Rick Smith in New York, a Roger SMITH in Kentucky...
You could get an older, used Canon DSLR and put a Holga lens on it.
https://www.amazon.com/Holga-60mm-Lens-Canon-Black/dp/B005OFK89E
The Holga is a single element plastic fixed-focus lens. Extremely low resolution. Here are some samples taken with it:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/kzirkel/albums/72157626411206733
It's not the heaviness, it's the fact that at the right angle it can easily slide under the retention pin and wedge it open.
Even though these might be weaker in a straight pull test, because the gate has to flex inwards like a carabiner, they don't have the 'jostle it and it might come undone' risk:
Just something to think about. However, your camera, your strap, your risk, nice looking product!
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(to be clear, those clips are probably also crap, but they had the design I was looking for, so it was a good demonstrator of what I was talking about)
Skill level of the user? How competent are they in manual controls?
I'll be honest an iPhone is probably up there in terms of best in class if you factor in ease of use and portability. The iPhone 6 has gotten pretty good in lower light, zoom is the one thing it lacks. Apple has a gallery of shots taken on an iPhone that are pretty hard to tell they were taken on an iPhone
Outside of that I'd look at a Sony RX-100 mk something (there are 4 different versions each one is a little different and has subtle advantages and disadvantages)
You use a spanner wrench or more specifically one for camera and lens repair like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Andoer-Professional-Tips10-100mm-Hexagon-Olympus/dp/B00QRPWCN0/ref=sr_1_23
Use the points in the vent holes and carefully ease it open. It is most likely stuck because the battery has leaked and corroded it from the inside. If you have to resort to penetrating oil only use a tiny amount and apply it to the join a drop at a time with a needle.
If the vent holes are too small use a pin drill bit ; https://www.amazon.com/Pin-Vise-Precision-Jewelry-0-6-3-0mm/dp/B07FJ6VD2P/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2G5SUSFQ1UDPO&dchild=1&keywords=pin+drill+bits
I've got the Peak Design Leash. I can't recommend it enough. They have a good strap for bigger cameras as well called the slide.
About that battery life then, I got a "dummy battery" adapter off amazon which allows me to run my Sony mirrorless off my 20100mAh battery bank. It runs practically forever (I left it on for 20 hours once and it still ran). If you are being stationary for some astro stuff I would recommend this and just hang a battery bank off your tripod. I personally used the Anker 20100 usb C bank.
Already exists for the sony proprietary sticks, probably exists for SD somewhere too.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B001RPEJA4/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Works great in my PSP.
Let's see, there used to be a great product called EyeFi. It was an SD card that could be used in any camera which accepts SD cards, and it would upload every image you take to any service you specify: Facebook, Flickr, etc. Went out of business years ago, and I'm not aware of any replacement.
Most smartphones can automatically upload all photos to a Dropbox account using the Dropbox app.
From Dropbox you could probably use IFTTT to email it to you, but I'd imagine it's a better workflow to just keep the photos on Dropbox.
Look for something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Opteka-Platinum-Low-Profile-Fisheye-Camcorders/dp/B0045W4XJI/ref=sr_1_1?c=ts&dchild=1&keywords=Camcorder+Lenses&qid=1624851622&refinements=p_n_feature_four_browse-bin%3A3207229011&s=photo&sr=1-1&t...
Anything in 37mm filter size should fit on that camcorder.
It'll charge with an adapter. You can also swap the cord for one of these
Stats on your bridge camera does not compare to big boy cameras.
For example RX10 does have 24-600 equivalent lens but it won't have much better quality than a APS-C or 4/3 camera with a 200mm lens.
It has a 1" sensor which is about 2.25x smaller than a micro four thirds sensor or 4x smaller than a APS-C sensor so they have worse quality compared to a larger sensor with a similar technology.
A6400 with a 18-135 lens is about $1300. And with $700 left over you can get whatever lens you'll need. Something like 35mm f/1.8 for indoors or night photo or 70-300 Tamron or Sigma if you want more telephoto reach.
https://www.amazon.com/Sony-Alpha-a6400-Mirrorless-Camera/dp/B07MV3P74D?th=1
~~Used Ricoh GR~~
EDIT: I didn't realize how cheap the GR II is in the UK: Amazon UK.
In the back, it looks like it takes a 9.6v standard power supply (says "DC IN 9.6v" right there).
https://www.amazon.com/Global-Adapter-PSA-120S-PSA-120T-Supply/dp/B015W894CY
They are very common, you may already have one in your house.
It could be an "open box" discount. Normally display models are sold at a discount.
Some retailers sell "grey market" electronics. They are the same as regular electronics, but they are made for sale outside of the USA and do not carry a USA warranty.
https://consumerist.com/2013/05/09/what-is-the-gray-market-and-why-should-i-care/
Most retailers don't sell grey market. Those who do will state "Grey market" or "international warranty only" on the listing. I do not know if WalMart sells grey market electronics; I would be surprised if they did. Ask if it comes with a USA warranty. Ask to see the warranty card.
See how this listing says "Nikon USA warranty". It is not grey market:
I’d say that a mirrorless option sounds right for you. So no Nikon or Canon. Sony and Fuji are your best bets. If you want to splurge a bit and get the Sony a7iii (around $1,800 with kit lens) I’d say that’s a fantastic investment, although you’ll have to think about saving more for lens options. The a7iii also has a really cool feature in that it has a very high end electronic view finder, so you’ll see the exact image that you’re about to take rather than hoping you got the shot afterwards.
If you’re not shooting as much video, sports or low light subjects, and you simply don’t need as many bells and whistles, then the Fuji T-20 is very good and comes in at a little more than half that price.
I don’t think anyone that knows cameras could disagree with those two choices and since you’ll probably only buy one or two lenses, the benefit of cost effective glass and selection is less important (the only real argument for canon in regards to mirrorless cameras).
Here’s a link to the T-20 with two kit lens at $1,200 no tax and free shipping.
Fuji T-20
It also keeps with the aesthetic https://slickdeals.net/f/11510195-fujifilm-x-series-x-t20-mirrorless-camera-with-16-50mm-and-50-230mm-lenses-1199-tax-free-shipping
In your price range, the A6000 is your best bet. The performance upgrades over the older NEX's are worth it, especially with regards to autofocus. It will be easier to learn photography on than a DSLR because of the EVF - electronic viewfinder. You'll get plenty of good use out of it with the kit lens that comes with the body. You mentioned Sams club ... Costco has the A6000 in a two lens set for $650. http://www.costco.com/Sony-a6000-Mirrorless-Digital-Camera-18-55mm-and-55-210mm-Lens-Bundle.product.100160949.html
For electronics in particular, they usually either break pretty immediately (ie, they are defective) or they are fine. My advice: don't get the extended warranty, but try to use the thing heavily in the first few months.
Don’t get a DSLR. I understand everyone advocating for it. But it will all blow out your budget. Instead get what’s called a SuperZoom. Such as the Canon SX models. Essentially a powershot with a super long zoom range. I have an older SX 50 and I still look at the pictures and I’m blown away by the quality of it. Some $10000 Dollar cameras will be hard pressed to have the reach and fidelity of these cameras. Look at Flickr images shot with them and you will be blown away. You can get an older SX camera on eBay. Or the latest model on Amazon for $399. https://www.amazon.com/Powershot-Super-Zoom-Digital-Optical-Ultimate/dp/B07BRN5T84/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=canon+sx70&qid=1620058097&sprefix=canon+sx&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExR0U3OFh...
It's a VKO Black Wood and Brass button. I got it because it matched the camera colors, brassing included. lol. Unfortunately, it doesn't look like it's available anymore, but the closest one I found was this one.
I think it must be within this line of cameras
https://www.amazon.com/ARGUS-50mm-3-5-rangefinder-camera/dp/B01BVTNPTG
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First of all, its a range finder. You look into the viewfinder in the back and you focus so the spot you want to shoot has the two images align. You do with with the dial on the top left of the image.
The top right dial handles the shutter speed, and rotating the lens should change the aperture.
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Cool find
My daily driver is the Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro, and my studio has a pair of Pocket Cinema Camera 4Ks. Both are incredible cameras, especially for the price, and you get Resolve Studio included with any of their cameras.
While I haven't used a Z Can and I've heard great things about them, I've had such a flawless experience with Blackmagic and I'm so blown away by the image quality that I really wouldn't recommend anything else.
If you go for the Pockets, be aware that you will really need to invest in some V mount batteries, as the little Canon pack only runs about 20 minutes. We use these $130 batteries and get 6+ hours on the Pocket and about 4 hours on the Ursa. https://www.amazon.com/10400mAh-Compatible-Camcorder-Broadcast-Replacement/dp/B07TNHSB5Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=bp160+battery&qid=1605451782&sr=8-4
The camera you linked to is crap. The camera has a fixed focal length (digital zoom only) and probably fixed aperture and fixed focus as well. And there's a good chance they're lying about some of the specs.
Go to Ansteker's web page. I'd link to it, but they don't have one. Ansteker's a trademark held by Shenzhen BaoBei Yuan Technology Co., Ltd . I'd link to their web page, but they don't have one either. I'd give you a link to an independent review of the camera, but I can't find one. The reviews on Amazon read like they were written by company spokespeople.
Somewhere in Shenzhen a factory is making these with minor variations in branding, and they get sold around the world under different names. Seriously, Amazon's list of people who looked at this also looked at that list is full of them. I've seen similar cameras for under $100, and at that price, maybe I'd go for it, but at $222 these guys are being greedy.
Anyway, maybe look for something in the Canon Vixia lineup like this.
First of all, congratulations! That sounds like a very cool job. In high school, I'd have lost my mind with that kind of a gig. Good on you for getting the position.
If your iPhone is recent, you're better off spending that $200 on a low-cost light kit and a travel tripod with a cellphone adapter. About tripods: They're insurance for your camera/iPhone, so don't go too low on price. Maybe ask your colleagues or teachers how they shoot artwork. I hope it's okay to ask questions at your new job, especially since you're trying to get better at providing the service they require.
I wish you the best possible outcomes! This sounds like a very good opportunity.
not exactly what I meant but good enough. according to the specs its max card size is 32gb and it needs to be a class 5 minimum so this for example https://www.amazon.nl/Sandisk-Microsdhc-Geheugenkaart-Adapter-Klasse/dp/B073JWXGNT/ref=asc_df_B073JWXGNT/?tag=nlshogostdde-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=430610956738&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12474842606812625701&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9065042&hvtargid=pla-348080513499&psc=1
FYI, the Panasonic Lumic Gx85 is on sale right now with 2 lenses and accessories for $497. A steal in my opinion.
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It does actually, it's called the SL2 in the US though but here in my region it's called the 200D. A link for the model I'm talking about: https://www.amazon.com/Canon-Rebel-DSLR-Camera-18-55mm/dp/B071K62DPN
The Canon 80D is also a fantastic and popular choice for photographers/vloggers. Weather sealed body, lenses with image stabilization (which applies to video), microphone jack, 1080p/60fps video, etc. Great camera, as are the other ones you listed; luckily with your budget it's hard to go wrong.
As for the lenses, no matter what camera you choose: a good focal length lens for family photos/landscapes is one with a moderately wide field of view but still close to what the human eye can see, so anything from 24-40mm lens would work.
For portraits, get a prime lens (fixed focal length, aka no zoom) of about 50mm-85mm with a low aperture number (for instance, f/1.8) and you'll be able to keep the subject sharp while blowing out the background like this.
I recently bought a Panasonic Lumix G6 at the suggestion of a fellow Redditor. Without a doubt, a solid investment that didn't break the bank.
Check out its video capabilities here: https://vimeo.com/groups/dmcg6
It's sold out now but it came from this deal
I apologize in advance if this kind of post is not allowed!
Just used the code this morning, still working!
Screenshot as of 2017-12-21 2105PST
$1199 price does not include tax. 3-7 day shipping is free.
This might help if you have samsclub (100 bucks less for comparable bundle) https://slickdeals.net/f/10841855-sony-a6000-24mp-interchangeable-lens-bundle-with-18-55mm-lens-55-210-lens-16gb-sd-card-and-camera-case-599?sdxt01=2017-11-17+23%3A25%3A41&sdxt07=0&utm_source=dealalerts&utm_medium=em-i&utm_term=311...
That fits the GF7 perfectly, it's normally around $450 with a lens. Though if you have a Costco membership there's a pretty awesome deal where you can get it with and additional telephoto lens that normally sells for $400 by itself and a case and 32GB SD card for $500.
I've checked my old laptop and found a lot of old pictures taken with this camera and lens that look perfect even at 1/60 in low light. An example: https://cubeupload.com/im/JsWE17.jpg f/4,0, 1/60 sec, 18mm, ISO 400
Sound recording --> Recording level: Set manual, try to keep the levels around -12dB, ensure you're not peaking at 0dB.
Audacity is free, there are tons of videos on YouTube that will help you learn how to process your audio in post.
It is very likely that at least some of your pictures can be saved. The most important thing to do right now is STOP putting any more pictures on the card.
Download a file recovery program, I use: http://www.z-a-recovery.com/
Let it scan your SD card and hopefully it will recover your images. Then either format the SD or buy a new one. It is possible that the file system got corrupted, meaning the card itself is fine. The other possibility is that the card is damaged and will need to be replaced.
Good advice. T2i, T3i, T5i, SL1, EOS-M all have practically the same sensor, the T2i is actually a bit better in DXOMark than some of the later models. The later models get you better focusing in video and a few other bells and wistles but for IQ they are all about the same.
If you don't need the 18mp the 12mp T3 often goes for 300ish: http://camelcamelcamel.com/Canon-Rebel-Digital-18-55mm-Movie/product/B004J3Y9U6
The 55-250mm was recently on sale from canon for $100 (refurb).
Most camcorders have a much larger microphone than the internal one you find built into modern cameras. I would say whatever you get camera-wise try something like this external mic to capture the audio. I've used this cheap little guy to record live music with a DSLR and had decent results.
https://www.amazon.ca/Canon-FTB-QL-35mm-Camera/dp/B00TQ6P5A4/ref=sr_1_31?dchild=1&keywords=35mm+Film+Camera&qid=1622045215&sr=8-31 what do you think about this one? I want something that can last me years, and is good for beginner and more experienced photographer (something I can still be happy with as my knowledge increases). My budget is about $250
It's hard to know, some cameras can be bit picky about cards. As example my Dynax 5D for some reason accepts old 1GB CF card, tested with 8GB one and it refused to use it. I bet newer cameras accept all kind of cards, but just something to be aware of.
Do you have multiple cards, same model or are you decided which one to get?
I would buy CF card from Amazon, one that you have heard of before possibly like this 16GB SanDisk (SDCFHS-016G-G46)
Oh yea and also that Transcend card you show here, it has 30MB/s read speed (based on the read speed of audio CDs at 150KB/s, multiply that by 200 and divide 1000)
:)
It looks like a 4-pin XLR port. I have no idea how standard the pinouts on those things are, but maybe something like this.
I have one of those lenses. They're slightly cheaper on amazon. I did purchase the fisheye adapter from BH though. https://www.amazon.com/Holga-60mm-Lens-Canon-Black/dp/B005OFK89E/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=holga+sdlr&qid=1620578107&sr=8-6
A lot of fun to mess around with.
Here's some garbage:
https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Fisheye-0-21x-PowerShot-Adapter/dp/B07LFD97ZM/
Better alternatives are:
Buy the appropriate camera for your needs. If you already have a Canon G7 X, I would use it as it was intended.
If you need a fisheye lens with image quality, I would get an interchangeable lens camera that takes a real fisheye lens.
Or if you really want garbage anyway, just get a clip-on lens for your phone.
You need a CompactFlash reader that supports type-II (thicker) cards. I had a PDA with a cutout in the case to support these. They might be hard to find these days.
CF is also ATA compatible, meaning it can be used in place of a standard (ATA) hard drive. It's pin-compatible with 1.8" hard drives, and electrically compatible with 2.5 laptop drives (pre-SATA) so you can use one of these to connect it to one of these for USB.
There are several lens support brackets made exactly for this purpose.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Andoer-Support-Holder-Height-Adjustable/dp/B074PQFDS5
Really Right Stuff make one too but it's probably worth twice your camera and lens combined.
How long? You could get a 6-stop ND filter. Or if you want really long exposures of light trails, smooth water, or landscapes, you could get a 10-stop.
> Also to take some cinematic footage while hiking.
What makes it "cinematic"?
Variable ND filters are most useful for video where you are trying to follow the 180°-shutter rule. But otherwise, a single-strength filter works just fine for photos.
You haven't said what size filter you need for your lens. If you want cheap, Gobe filters are about $40 in 67mm size. Here is the 10-stop and 6-stop:
https://www.amazon.com/Gobe-ND1000-67mm-16-Layer-Filter/dp/B01F1JJ4D8/
https://www.amazon.com/Gobe-ND64-67mm-16-Layer-Filter/dp/B07BF5JSCZ/
Your camera takes EF or EFS lenses, they aren't sized by MM. You're probably looking at the filter thread size on the front. That's only important for filters etc.
I believe the 100mm is a very good macro lens, if not one of the actual best. So thats a pretty good option. Another way to go is looking at Extention Tubes A decent set is about $100 or just shy of it. Make sure you get ones with electrical contacts as many lenses are focus by wire and are no longer physically connected to the focus ring. Plus, that's the only way to change your aperture.
Your 18-135 will work with the extension tubes but you can't use the longer ones or use too many stacked as it pushes the focal point inside the lens. A cheap option that I've had excellent results with is the Canon 50mm f/1.8 which, brand new, is about $120 and is one of the sharpest lenses canon makes. Especially at that price.
You'll get better results with the 100mm lens, and it'll be built-in so there's no messing with extra stuff. But if you want to go the cheaper route first, might be worth a look!
Peak Design Black Slide Camera Strap SL-BK-3 (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0781QV3H4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_bylUFb4PTT0J8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
And here is the strap for it. Overall it’s my favorite strap, highly recommended
Yes. I used this for hours a day for a year, no issues:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0744JGWQR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabt1_GNDQFb5C9WZKD?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
And here's high capacity 3rd party batteries I've used for 6 months no issues:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G77VTG7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabt1_rODQFbR021DV6?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Almost any current DSLR or mirrorless camera which takes interchangeable lenses can be used for close-ups or landscapes. Some will be stronger at certain things and weaker at certain things, but they are all capable of all the things. The difference is in the lens you choose.
If you are using the body with a microscope adapter, the microscope is essentially the lens for your microscope work. Then you'd need a lens for the landscape work (which I won't discuss in this thread).
Now, what you really need to know is that Canon EF bodies can only take lenses (and adapters) made for Canon EF.
Canon EF adapter:
https://www.amazon.com/AmScope-CA-CAN-SLR-Camera-Adapter-Microscopes/dp/B005OZ5NXU
Fujifilm X mount bodies can only take lenses (and adapters) made for Fujifilm X mount:
Nikon F bodies can only take lenses (and adapters) made for Nikon F (like the one you found). Etc etc.
The other thing you need to know is that camera sensor sizes differ. Cameras with full-frame sensors will generally deliver somewhat higher quality images than cameras with APS-C sensors, though both will deliver images which are very, very good. Because the APS-C sensors crop the image a bit, I expect you'd get more "magnification" from the APS-C sensor.
I'd suggest checking out a sony RX-100 (Mk 1, not 2 or 3): amazon link. You can check ebay for lower prices as well. It's a compact all-around camera that has both landscape and macro modes. However, its 'macro' mode is not as close up as more serious 'macro' cameras (macro == close up photography). Video example of what the Mk2 can do, all of which the Mk1 can do
I shot a No. 1 Pocket Kodak Series II using Fuji Velva 50 a couple years ago. Photos turned out cool:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/cngodles/8762324926/
Remember to cover the little red window in the back. Film back then wasn't super sensitive like it is today.
Amazon will sell you all sorts of 120 film as well: http://www.amazon.com/Kodak-Professional-Ektar-Negative-Propack/dp/B001WRP4WE/
I use a 70D and Ive used several types of moderately priced tripods from Amazon, because they will get you by. However, I recently purchased a Manfrotto Compact Action at BestBuy for $76, and I absolutely love it. It's actually only $60 if you're an Amazon Prime member. I've wanted a full sized Manfrotto for a long time, but I've always been too cheap to dish out the money.
Don't let the name compact fool you. At full height it stands at about 61". It's got a 360 degree multi axis ball head with an ergonomic handle grip. The handle grip has a dial wheel built into it. You lock or loosen the ball head by dialing up or down with your thumb. It's pretty nifty and very sturdy. I use it for video and for stills, and it attaches to my pack so that I can take it anywhere. It also comes with a nice case. The legs are not plastic. They're aluminum I believe. So, it's light, but it's durable. If you're only shooting portraits, landscapes, or stationary video, and you don't want to spend $140 on a higher end tripod, I highly recommend it.
Yep, the Olympus E-M10 is now on clearance for $320 if you don't mind a refurbished model, or $399 new on Amazon
Not the simplest of cameras, but a good one, and it gives you everything you need to learn about photography.
thanks a ton! I found this on amazon - https://www.amazon.com/DampRid-FG50T-Hi-Capacity-Moisture-Absorber/dp/B0029EGUNG/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1477492108&sr=1-1&keywords=damprid
wondering how long your damprid lasts you?
If your friends are telling you to get Canon, that's probably what you should get. This will allow you to borrow some of their lenses to shoot with until you can afford to buy more of your own. But that doesn't mean one brand is better than the other. Canon and Nikon are very competitive in the DSLR market.
For Canon, they have a great beginner line called the Rebel series. You can get the T6i for $749 with a kit lens on Amazon or the previous model for $100 less.
If that's too much for you, you may want to wait a bit and see if you can find some black friday deals or maybe buy used instead.
For something pocketable, the XQ2 is probably the best you'll be able to find for $300. A Sony RX100 might be had for $400 used. Don't lament the lack of zoom, longer zoom cameras sacrifice image quality to get there.
If you don't mind something a little larger, you can get an Olympus E-M10 for $400 on Amazon.
If you do want something with a larger zoom range, have a look at a used Olympus Stylus 1
A cheap but well made bag id recommend is the:
Manfrotto MB NX-BP-VGY
Its on sale on Amazon for US $73.00 (down from $90.00)
https://www.amazon.com/Manfrotto-MB-NX-BP-VGY-Backpack-Personal/dp/B015RA4L52
Also available on Amazon Canada for CAD $80.70
The bag has room for a camera, a lens and batteries as well as room for a laptop and a compartment for papers and maybe a thin book or two.
I would double check the size of the camera compartment with the size of your camera just to be sure it fits.
I live in Australia, just found it at a shopping centre! (one of those pop up shops)
this is similar that I just found on amazon :)
I have done some research and I have found a good pairing for you:
Nikon D5600 with the Nikkor AF-S 24-120 f/4G ED VR lens.
This setup is cheaper than the Canon equivalent, and has much better featureset. This will run you about £1018 (buying new from ebay and new from Amazon UK) Links Here and Here.
This should give you a good focal range and allows for expandability in the future. Any questions just ask.
I really like my Olympus OMD EM-10 Mk II. It has a classic look, and You get everything you need to get started for under $500 and the camera will provide you tons of room to grow (in terms of lens options), if you want to develop a hobby.
https://www.amazon.com/Olympus-Mirrorless-Digital-Camera-14-42mm/dp/B01CIXJSOK
Edit: current price on amazon is over $500 but you should easily be able to pick one up with kit lens for under that. ALSO I would recommend AVOIDING the latest Mk III model, as they’ve neutered it in some significant respects that will hamper its ability to grow with you as your skills improve.
It would be good to see examples of the kind of images you'd like to produce but typically, a real estate photographer will use a camera with an ultrawide lens. This helps show off a whole room and make it look spacious. That probably means an interchangeable lens camera for the best results.
There's a fair bit of technique involved in getting nice results so if you're new to photography, you could expect a bit of a learning curve to get the most from the gear.
For $500, a second hand DSLR camera and 10-20mm lens would be possible and could do a good job. KEH.com are a big used camera dealer that could help find a kit.
A slightly bigger budget gives you more options.
For example, a refurb Nikon D3300 and new Nikkor 10-20mm costs about $700 on Amazon.
You'd need a memory card and I'd also suggest a tripod.
Canon eos rebel T6 is a good camera and it comes around $450 with the 18-55mm efs IS II, but you can also get the body only for about $350 on amazon
almost anything cheap on Amazon will likely be better than your phone's mic. For example this one does the job just fine: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AG56HYQ/
test it out, try putting your phone an arms length from you and speak. Now do that while you move, go to the fridge to grab some foods and describe them at the same time. Play back and see how intelligible it sounds from your audience's perspective. A mic on you will almost always be better.
check out this amazon basic, I have the same bag and it worked pretty well before we moved to the peak design. I remember seeing a 3rd party one where it had an orange interior which I recommend, easier to see everything, since most camera gear is black.
Is he into cameras specifically, or is he into photography? If the latter, does he enjoy looking at photos taken by others?
I ask because even though I enjoy practicing my own photography -- and I certainly like new toys -- I also really enjoy looking at monographs from other photographers. There are plenty out there at reasonable price points (see here for examples). It's been an easy and much appreciated gift for others to buy for me, and it avoids having them get involved in trying to buy any actual gear, which as u/cosa_horrible rightly notes, is usually more trouble than it's worth.
By the way, if he's into cameras specifically, a book could still be a good idea, maybe something like this.
What u/mcg42ray said. One of these things https://www.amazon.co.uk/HQ-VHS-C-Video-Cassette-Adaptor-Black/dp/B000P1KSHO
You can also get an RF capture device. The cameras video is sent via RF. You could also connect it to an old VCR and record to vhs. Depending on the VCR it might out put svideo which you could also get a capture device for
Well, mirrorless cameras would likely solve your autofocus woes. Not to mention one that is full frame.
Go nuts, I think it will solve the problems you have. Kinda sucks to use the 24-105 though.
*Actually, you can get an adapter for that 50 mil for ~$50. They seem to have some qc issues though unless you wanted to blow another $70 for the official canon adapter
The adapter you bought is for current canon lenses.
Your lens is old and the mount standards are different from the current lenses.
Buy an adapter for the FD lens.
Super Wide Hi Def Fisheye Lens for Pentax K1000 K-1000 (52mm Compatible) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078NGGMWV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ljZeFbAEHE50X
It’s this. Yes it’s a lens attachment. I didn’t know the terminology because the only knowledge I have is of using cameras but not the mechanics.
It comes with a 52mm step up ring so that it attaches to a 52mm thread. I got it all worked out now. I bought a new lens for my camera that it will work with as well as a step down ring so that it fits some of my other lenses
There are apps called "director's viewfinder" that does absolutely that - you type in your camera's sensor size and focal length of the lens and it zooms in the camera on your smartphone to match the FOV. I've used this one in the past and it's good - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.smartandgeek.photocinerent.photocineview
Also, im very intersted in the Sony Rx100 IV. If anyone has had experience or knows if this is a solid choice, please reply. It seems that this camera is a very good option for astrophotography because of its low fstop and awesome sensor. Furthermore the 20-70mm lens seems legit for landscape shots, and possibly so close encounter wildlife shots.
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-Digital-Camera/dp/B00ZDWGM34
At around £100 you're not going to get much better than a smartphone. Something like this would be a huge improvement though and is pretty inexpensive for the quality of photos it takes.
Personally I use the BlackRapid RWS-1FB and the SpiderPro Hand Strap for my day to day carrying. I find the black rapid to be very comfortable for carrying my 1v while the hand strap gives me plenty of control.
Not really, other than some of the ones already listed. If you start adding things like an external mic then you'll lose some of the compactness and discreetness. It depends on what tradeoffs you are willing to make. I only noticed the wind noise when I was walking outside around the Chicago lakefront, which is to be somewhat expected. Most of the time it's fine. You might try something like this too: https://www.amazon.com/Camera-Windscreen-Microphone-Outdoor-YOUSHARES/dp/B07T6Y76M1
Was also going to say, that is some Canon camera, but I was going to say it might be a 6Dmii, because there seems to be the hinge of the flip screen and the viewfinder doesn't seem to have a flash on it.
But as u/hatlad43 suggested, I new camera Strap might be a good Idea, if they haven't gotten one yet. I like to recommend the Peak Design Slide. It is a bit expensive for a Strap, but it can handle even heavyer cameras withoud a problem and you can quickly detach the strap if you want to use the camera on a tripod.
I repair digital cameras and remove stuff like this from SD slots all the time. I use the hook side of a metal dental pick. Something like this:
It's just a 24v AC power supply that's required -- it only uses like 2.6W total, so something like a 24v doorbell transformer would be perfectly adequate for long-term power supply. If you just want to play with it on your desk, something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Transformer-Adapter-Honeywell-ThermostaDoorbell-Doorbell/dp/B07YD9GH94/
Would be fine as well.
Thanks for the reply! I found a bundle with the camera online, do you think it's good? https://jet.com/product/detail/f9936c368c8a45c3a5e1041dc40edff5?jcmp=afl:link:kXQk6*ivFEQ:496283:10118142178:15&siteID=kXQk6.ivFEQ-H1iTrr18hsZJpBybKQC3QA
Card readers that handle SM cards are still available. Here's one at Amazon. The floppy disk thing you mention is another option, but then you need a floppy drive too.
My usual advice for anyone getting into old digital cameras is to pay attention to things like the card type, special cables and software, batteries and chargers, because you might get a camera for a couple of bucks and have to spend a bunch more for the accessories to actually use it.
> A reliable CF card is relatively expensive compared to SD cards
I've been using a CF-SD adapter for almost a decade now on my 5d2. I've only lost maybe a dozen pictures across over 100k clicks, but I'm not a pro so a few lost shots isn't a big deal.
Example: https://www.amazon.com/Abuycs-Extreme-Compact-Adapter-Professional/dp/B082K5WSYK/
It takes exactly the battery that Google and the manual specify:
https://www.amazon.com/Replacement-CGA-S007-Panasonic-DMC-TZ11-DMC-TZ15/dp/B00695S8VS
And it takes the charger that fits the same battery.
sry for the delay - for whatever reason just today I was notified the your replies.
Yes, the LCD screen is in there :-)
Here it is at Cannon's website: EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM
There is not a lot to troubleshoot since there is a single button where you are supposed to turn the screen on and off and it does nothing when connected through the speed booster.
Here is what I did after my original post:
I bought the Viltrox EF-EOS M Lens Adapter (not the speed booster), tested it and it works.
Just connect the lens, turn the camera on and the screen turns on.
Now I can tell screen is working so... is it an issue of incompatibility with the speed booster or could my speed booster be damaged?
Hire is link for l820
https://www.amazon.com/Nikon-COOLPIX-Digital-Camera-1080p/dp/B00B7N9CWG
And for p510
I wanted the ICBIS because all of the Minolta Maxxum film lenses from 1985 onward are compatible with the Alpha line. Example - f/4 52-120 - $42
One more vote for olympus, probably an EM10iv, but I'll say that buying the 12-40 f2.8 is a bit too much for someone starting. This combo has enough for someone starting and is very small and light.
https://www.amazon.com/Olympus-M-Zuiko-Digital-14-42mm-F3-5-5-6/dp/B08D5XVHNM/
Then you can get another lens that is very good for portraits and still small and light
https://www.amazon.com/Olympus-M-Zuiko-Digital-Thirds-Cameras/dp/B0058PL9QG/
The 2.8 lens is for pros mostly, your mother will be super happy with this is she likes taking photos but doesn't want to think too much on it.
Don't you mean i.LINK? I'm sure I used one that had a USB connection, because I was using a PC and importing into Sonic Foundry Vegas. I hope OP isn't using one of these https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07PSMP7GX/
Here is the AliExpress link to the grip, and the shutter button is a red wood. Appreciate the kind words!
>I can screw things onto the bottom of the camera
If it's standard 1/4-20, there are Gopro to thread mounts available like this one but you still need the base plate as well to fit into the adhesive mount.
hmmm... like in stock?
heck, there is even a decent sale on it at the official source: https://www.nikonusa.com/en/nikon-products/product/mirrorless-cameras/1649/z-5.html
https://www.amazon.com/Nikon-1649-Camera-Body-Black/dp/B08DCJNTBX
if you have Nikon glass leftover, just makes it that much more compelling. Just make sure you are okay with the budget full frame shortcomings, like terrible burst rate. I've still not quite parsed out how the z6 (ii) and z7 (ii) justify their prices. don't bring too much to the table on paper, i must be missing something.
I personally find Canon R7 and R6 more compelling. But for 1k for a body, yeah, Z5 looks like a better value than RP and maybe even the R.