BetterPhoto Q&A: Best First Cameras

Maybe a 35mm manual camera for beginners is right for you. Or maybe a compact digital camera is more appropriate. Join this Q&A to discuss the topic.

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  Guidance to Buy Digital SLR Camera
I want to buy a digital SLR camera. But I can't spend more than 800$. Is there any easy installment method? Which camera is best suited for me?...
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November 22, 2005
 
  Manual or Autofocus?
I'm new to the world of photography. I want to purchase a new SLR camera. Is it possible to begin with a manual focus camera and then to switch to autofocus? What will be the difference in the ...
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July 31, 2004
 
  Looking For a Beginner's Digital with Everything
I like the features of both the Olympus Camedia C-750 and Kodak Easyshare DX6490, but wonder if I'm getting in over my head as a first time digital buyer. I'm interested in taking pictures ...
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March 28, 2004
 
  Which First Camera
Hi my name is Tyrone and I'm new to photography, although I have taken great pictures with just point and shoot 35m cameras throughout the years. I am now taking photography very serious. I lov...
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January 17, 2004
 
  Help - My First Camera
Hi, I am new to photography and I don't know which camera to get. I have signed up for a basic photo class in January so I need a camera. I like the way the Minolta Maxxum 5 fits in my hand, ...
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May 23, 2004
 
  Learning to Take Portraits
Hi, I have enjoyed taking snapshots for years and would love to learn to take portraits (especially because I have a 14 month old little girl and I spend a fortune on her pictures) and possibly for...
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October 04, 2003
 
  TOTAL Beginner
I know NOTHING about cameras but I am interested in photography. What is a good camera for a total beginner? I hear that digital cameras are not as good as manual kinds - is that true? What is a g...
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October 16, 2003
 
  Beginner 35mm SLR
I'd like to get a new 35mm slr. I'm a beginner, and being such I know that you'll probably suggest a Pentax k-1000. I'd like to get something new. I've had too many bad experien...
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March 13, 2004
 
  Enlargers
I have just installed some enlargers but when it comes to printing images they come out flat and grey. When I print contact sheets they come out great, wiht excellent contrast. when I try to print ...
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September 07, 2003
 
  Washed Out Pictures
I'm not really sure what the problem is with my pictures (exposure or other problem) but many of my pictures from a recent trip seem washed out and/or overexposed (too light). Here's the s...
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December 16, 2006
 
  Help with buying camera
I am somewhat getting familiar with the photograhy jargon, BUT I am still not sure what type of 35mm camera to buy nor the brand. I do know I want an SLR camera. I would appreciate any advice you a...
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August 28, 2002
 
  Purchasing My First SLR Camera
I am about to ditch my failing point and shoot camera for an SLR camera. After some research and questioning I have been told that the Canon Rebel...
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May 20, 2002
 
  Beginner's 35mm SLR Camera - What to Buy
I want purchase a 35mm SLR camera and I am a beginner. What would you reccommed? I would like to start off with a camera that offers various lens choices, i.e. wide angle, etc. The camera does n...
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May 29, 2004