Author Topic: Do you shoot with Canon or Nikon [poll] (Read 22786 times)

leaf · « **on:** March 27, 2009, 02:30 »

Which do you shoot with. I thought it would be nice to see in a little graph!

madelaide · « **Reply #1 on:** March 27, 2009, 09:54 »

Can I vote twice? I use both a Canon DSLR and a compact.

Regards,
Adelaide

PS: Leaf, would I be diverting your thread by asking people to say why they chose that specific brand?

leaf · « **Reply #2 on:** March 27, 2009, 10:01 »

nope, no diversion

I chose by default. My first SLR was bought through an ad in a paper. An old Canon AE-1. I was just looking for a deal and that is what I found to use for my university program. Had I happened to find a Nikon I am guessing I would be using Nikon... but might be tempted to switch over to Canon after seeing the new 5D mark II

One thing I wish though, I wish I had been aware of old medium format cameras back then. Instead of going with the 35mm Canon, in retrospect I should have went with a Rollei or something.

sharpshot · « **Reply #3 on:** March 27, 2009, 10:22 »

After using a few compact digital cameras, the canon 300D was much cheaper than the competition at the time. I don't really care what brand I use and I will probably change in the future.

studio10 · « **Reply #4 on:** March 27, 2009, 10:52 »

I was shooting Olympus until recently (E300), until I made the switch to Nikon two months ago. I labored over the decision between Nikon or Canon - both are great products. The only reason I picked Nikon is that I wanted to explore the video (D90) features, and to do that with Canon was much more $$$. Also, my brother shoots Nikon and has a lot of lenses I can borrow! I am happy with my choice. The camera feels good to work with.

fljac · « **Reply #5 on:** March 27, 2009, 11:36 »

When I first switched to digital, I bought in the comsumer class. I was investigating the market and comparing Canon to Nikon. Back then it was the Canon 3xx and Nikon D70.

Back then my conclusion was that the Nikon models in that price range, was far more solid build, than Canon. Canon was giving me the impression of being very fragile and plastic like in the construction.

After that first choice, I'm sticking to Nikon, and I'm currently on the D3 plus all the latest nano coated optics - the first line of camera's where alle the reviewers agree that currently, the camera's are superior to Canons..

But I'm sure that IF I had chosen Canon back then, I would surely be equally satisfied with thair models.. Basically, the differences are very small - as it is NOW. I agree that Canon was superior in all levels up untill Nikon released the D300 / D3 models..

This D3 release seems to have kickstarted a very aggressive approach from Nikon.

/Flemming

Karimala · « **Reply #6 on:** March 27, 2009, 11:44 »

I chose Nikon, because I grew up in a Nikon family. :-) My dad bought his first Nikon in Japan back in the '50s when he was in the Navy, and we've been a Nikon family ever since.

CvanDijk · « **Reply #7 on:** March 27, 2009, 12:03 »

I have the same as leaf, but then with Nikon. I could get a good deal for a Nikon D70, bought some lenses and stayed with Nikon

Bateleur · « **Reply #8 on:** March 27, 2009, 12:17 »

I use Nikon because, like others, it's the first SLR I had.

I bought a Nikkormat FTN with my first pay rise back in the 1970s, started to accumulate lenses and have never looked back.

Before that I was using a weird semi-SLR made in the UK called a Periflex (made by Corfield).

I've still got both cameras, and the lenses from my Nikkormat still fit on my D3, though no automatic anything.

Tim Markley · « **Reply #9 on:** March 27, 2009, 12:41 »

I like Nikon but with Circut City closing I got a great deal on an olympus e series and have enjoyed it.

lisafx · « **Reply #10 on:** March 27, 2009, 13:21 »

I use Canon because it was the first DSLR I could afford! A few years back when DSLR's were still priced beyond the average persons reach (okay MY REACH) Canon came out with the first Digital Rebel.

I didn't end up getting the Rebel because when I called Adorama about getting one they had a slightly used D60 for only a couple of hundred more. That was my first DSLR and it still seems to hold true that comparable gear from Nikon costs more.

Of course I have had to deal with the problems of Canon releasing cameras with bugs and glitches, so maybe the Nikons are worth the extra for doing better QC. I don't know.

After working my way through 7 successive dslrs I think I have found heaven in the 5D series. FWIW I still have the D60 and it is still an awesome camera. Can't bear to part with it.

madelaide · « **Reply #11 on:** March 27, 2009, 19:09 »

My commitment to Canon comes from long ago, when I purchased my AV-1 in 1982. Nikon was "the" name by then, and I always disliked following this status. (sidenote: The same goes today about Photoshop, I always considered it overrated, and I have been a very satisfied user of PSP since version 5. I could have gotten a... err... "free" copy of Photoshop, but never did).

Anyway, time came to move to a more powerful camera, as I had developed my skills and the AV-1 had become so limited for me. Auto-focus was already the standard and by that time I had read great reviews about Minolta Maxxum 7xi, and that was what I bought. Awesome camera, its metering system was so accurate that I seldom needed to override it. Later I purchased a Maxxum 600si, as I damaged the 7xi in a beach.

In digital, I started with a Fuji Finepix 2650zoom, fully auto, a good companion for more snapshotish photos in travels, as I was shooting slide film in Minolta. That's when I started in microstock, so I decided to purchase a camera with more controls, and I chose Canon Powershot A520. Later I gave it to my brother as I upgraded to an A620.

Soon after my Minolta died completely. Minolta had already left photography and anyway they did not have support for cameras in Brazil. So in the next opportunity, in a trip to Europe, I bought a Canon 400D. It seemed to me that Canon by then had a more established status among the DSLRs.

But of course Canon or Nikon is not a big difference, as long as you have good lenses, IMHO.

Lcjtripod · « **Reply #12 on:** March 27, 2009, 19:15 »

Quote from: lisafx on March 27, 2009, 13:21

I use Canon because it was the first DSLR I could afford! A few years back when DSLR's were still priced beyond the average persons reach (okay MY REACH) Canon came out with the first Digital Rebel.

I didn't end up getting the Rebel because when I called Adorama about getting one they had a slightly used D60 for only a couple of hundred more. That was my first DSLR and it still seems to hold true that comparable gear from Nikon costs more.

Of course I have had to deal with the problems of Canon releasing cameras with bugs and glitches, so maybe the Nikons are worth the extra for doing better QC. I don't know.

After working my way through 7 successive dslrs I think I have found heaven in the 5D series. FWIW I still have the D60 and it is still an awesome camera. Can't bear to part with it.

I'm with you here! The Digital Rebel caused me to trade in my Canon Elan 7E film camera. I have now sold all of my film goodies and keep going up the Canon ladder and buying the next big item. The 5 DII is next.

-Larry

PaulieWalnuts · « **Reply #13 on:** March 27, 2009, 20:04 »

Quote from: leaf on March 27, 2009, 10:01

nope, no diversion

I chose by default. My first SLR was bought through an ad in a paper. An old Canon AE-1. I was just looking for a deal and that is what I found to use for my university program. Had I happened to find a Nikon I am guessing I would be using Nikon... but might be tempted to switch over to Canon after seeing the new 5D mark II

One thing I wish though, I wish I had been aware of old medium format cameras back then. Instead of going with the 35mm Canon, in retrospect I should have went with a Rollei or something.

I had an A-1. Great camera but after I picked up an Olympus digital the A-1 collected dust. Then picked up a Nikon D50 and have been with Nikons since. I'm also getting a wandering eye for the 5DII so Nikon better get moving on a D700X.

tan510jomast · « **Reply #14 on:** March 27, 2009, 20:23 »

i only voted what i used for microstock. i started shooting for micro stock with E300 olympus. i only bought the E300 simply because i needed a digital camera for my trip across Tunisia, and the e300 was the one that was on sale. oct 2008, i got a K20D here in my new home city, also simply because it was on sale. most of my current micro port were shot with Olympus e300. i only started uploading shots taken with K20D like a couple of months ago.

null · « **Reply #15 on:** March 27, 2009, 21:30 »

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on March 27, 2009, 20:04

I'm also getting a wandering eye for the 5DII so Nikon better get moving on a D700X.

I couldn't wait since half April I'm far away shooting for months. Ordered the D5-II. Nikon was too late with the D700X. Too bad.

travelstock · « **Reply #16 on:** March 27, 2009, 23:51 »

I've used a few generations of Olympus DSLRs. I keep thinking about changing to something else, but the quality of Oly glass is just too hard to match in system that I'm happy traveling with.

I was most recently thinking of a switch to the 5DMkII... but... the Olympus E30 is a much more sensible upgrade considering the investment I have in glass. Trying out the E30 I'm extremely impressed with the handling and results that its delivering. It seems that Oly finally has a sensor that can match the D300 and 50D.

While I'd be picking up resolution on the sensor, my feeling is that the Canon 24-105 lens isn't a match for my 12-60mm, and that I'd waste too much time trying to post process the Canon's huge files. Its just not a realistic option on a laptop.

Guess I'm destined to remain in the non-CanNikon group for some time to come.

goldenangel · « **Reply #17 on:** March 28, 2009, 00:09 »

I used Nikon since my first SLR which was the F70 (N70 for those in the US) back in 97. Old habits are hard to break.

fljac · « **Reply #18 on:** March 28, 2009, 06:39 »

Quote from: FlemishDreams on March 27, 2009, 21:30

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on March 27, 2009, 20:04
I'm also getting a wandering eye for the 5DII so Nikon better get moving on a D700X.

I couldn't wait since half April I'm far away shooting for months. Ordered the D5-II. Nikon was too late with the D700X. Too bad.

Fleminsh,

Since the D700X is not launched yet, you might have consedered the "older" D3X in stead

null · « **Reply #19 on:** March 28, 2009, 06:48 »

Quote from: fljac on March 28, 2009, 06:39

Since the D700X is not launched yet, you might have consedered the "older" D3X in stead

That one was out from the start, moneywise. I don't pay 7000+ euro for a "new" cam without sensor cleaning and without video. It was born as a grandpa. It's obvious why Nikon is holding the D700x back... they want to milk the D3x-ers first.

fljac · « **Reply #20 on:** March 28, 2009, 06:58 »

Quote from: FlemishDreams on March 28, 2009, 06:48

Quote from: fljac on March 28, 2009, 06:39
Since the D700X is not launched yet, you might have consedered the "older" D3X in stead

That one was out from the start, moneywise. I don't pay 7000+ euro for a "new" cam without sensor cleaning and without video. It was born as a grandpa. It's obvious why Nikon is holding the D700x back... they want to milk the D3x-ers first.

That might be the case... But what is it with that video thing? If you want a videacam, why not just buy one that's build for the purpose?
Isn't it like the mobile phone thing? - None of you guys are shooting pictures with your mobile phone...

So why shoot video's with a DSLR ?

/Flemming

null · « **Reply #21 on:** March 28, 2009, 07:06 »

Quote from: fljac on March 28, 2009, 06:58

So why shoot video's with a DSLR ?

I have been thinking that too, for a long time. Especially since you can't zoom and stuff. Certainly after I saw the skewing of the video of the D90 on dpreview. But then, I saw the online videos on Pond5 and SS, and they are all short static clips, no camera move, no travelings. And the bokeh of course is far superior than on a dedicated cam, below 1000 euro. I wouldn't dream of a DSLR now as an allround videocam but for stock, it might be perfect for a while, at least for the lifetime of a cam - which I found always to be around 2.5 years.

PaulieWalnuts · « **Reply #22 on:** March 28, 2009, 08:43 »

Quote from: FlemishDreams on March 28, 2009, 06:48

Quote from: fljac on March 28, 2009, 06:39
Since the D700X is not launched yet, you might have consedered the "older" D3X in stead

That one was out from the start, moneywise. I don't pay 7000+ euro for a "new" cam without sensor cleaning and without video. It was born as a grandpa. It's obvious why Nikon is holding the D700x back... they want to milk the D3x-ers first.

Yeah, well, while they're milking the small group of D3X buyers Canon has been selling 5DII's like crazy. I wonder how many of those buyers are people who unloaded all of their Nikon stuff. I really could use the 20+ MP and the HD video wouldn't hurt either. I would love a D3X but there's nothing it offers over a 5DII for me that is worth $5K more.

michealo · « **Reply #23 on:** March 28, 2009, 08:50 »

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on March 28, 2009, 08:43

Quote from: FlemishDreams on March 28, 2009, 06:48
Quote from: fljac on March 28, 2009, 06:39
Since the D700X is not launched yet, you might have consedered the "older" D3X in stead

That one was out from the start, moneywise. I don't pay 7000+ euro for a "new" cam without sensor cleaning and without video. It was born as a grandpa. It's obvious why Nikon is holding the D700x back... they want to milk the D3x-ers first.

Yeah, well, while they're milking the small group of D3X buyers Canon has been selling 5DII's like crazy. I wonder how many of those buyers are people who unloaded all of their Nikon stuff. I really could use the 20+ MP and the HD video wouldn't hurt either. I would love a D3X but there's nothing it offers over a 5DII for me that is worth $5K more.

Yep Nikon lost me, I sold my D200 and all my Nikon lenses and switched to the 5D2 gaining XL, XXL and XXXL in the process

vonkara · « **Reply #24 on:** March 28, 2009, 09:17 »

Quote from: fljac on March 28, 2009, 06:58

So why shoot video's with a DSLR ?

The Full Frame DSL-R video quality is better than the consumer video camera. The sensor from the 5DII is larger than the usual video cams and the lenses are way sharper than the built in lenses you get on consumer video cams. You also can make wide angle videos on the 5DII while the video cams was providing only long range on consumer video cameras. Unless you was able to pay 5000$ you wasn't able to get a video cam with multiples lens option.

vonkara · « **Reply #25 on:** March 28, 2009, 09:27 »

Quote from: michealo on March 28, 2009, 08:50

Yep Nikon lost me, I sold my D200 and all my Nikon lenses and switched to the 5D2 gaining XL, XXL and XXXL in the process

I am waiting the next Nikon camera, could be the D800 or D400. If it's a joke like the D3x with a weak Sony sensor, I'll quit Nikon also for the 5DII. Only thing, the process will cost me lot of money for recovering a 24-70 f/2.8 from Canon with the 5DII. That's almost 5000$ and all my Nikon equipment (D300, 24-70, Sigma 150 mainly) worth 1900$ at their best.

Dreamframer · « **Reply #26 on:** March 28, 2009, 09:39 »

Nikon.

null · « **Reply #27 on:** March 28, 2009, 09:39 »

Quote from: michealo on March 28, 2009, 08:50

Yep Nikon lost me, I sold my D200 and all my Nikon lenses and switched to the 5D2 gaining XL, XXL and XXXL in the process

I won't sell my D200 since I need a backup. I never upgraded to D300/D90 because they're not FF and still 12MP. So I would need new FF dedicated glass anyways. Not because it's unusable but because of the vignette and the fringe which will anyways be worse on FF, and because you need a lens that can outsharp the sensor, not just match it. That's just a matter of shortening the workflow. I get crazy removing fringe for 30 mins on every landscape shot, it drags down production.

Being virtually glassless and bodyless, switching brands is painless. Since a prime is not in kit, I'll most probably go for the newest sigma 50mm which is 150 euro more expensive and 500g, but outperforms the (old!) Canon, Nikon and Sony primes. Poor people pay twice. There is a cool comparison between these 3 lenses on dpreview, and by now, I know them by heart.

PaulieWalnuts · « **Reply #28 on:** March 28, 2009, 13:12 »

Quote from: Vonkara on March 28, 2009, 09:27

Quote from: michealo on March 28, 2009, 08:50
Yep Nikon lost me, I sold my D200 and all my Nikon lenses and switched to the 5D2 gaining XL, XXL and XXXL in the process

I am waiting the next Nikon camera, could be the D800 or D400. If it's a joke like the D3x with a weak Sony sensor, I'll quit Nikon also for the 5DII. Only thing, the process will cost me lot of money for recovering a 24-70 f/2.8 from Canon with the 5DII. That's almost 5000$ and all my Nikon equipment (D300, 24-70, Sigma 150 mainly) worth 1900$ at their best.

D3X? Weak Sony sensor? Maybe you haven't seen some of the tests that show the D3X putting out medium format quality levels.

PaulieWalnuts · « **Reply #29 on:** March 28, 2009, 13:18 »

Quote from: michealo on March 28, 2009, 08:50

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on March 28, 2009, 08:43
Quote from: FlemishDreams on March 28, 2009, 06:48
Quote from: fljac on March 28, 2009, 06:39
Since the D700X is not launched yet, you might have consedered the "older" D3X in stead

That one was out from the start, moneywise. I don't pay 7000+ euro for a "new" cam without sensor cleaning and without video. It was born as a grandpa. It's obvious why Nikon is holding the D700x back... they want to milk the D3x-ers first.

Yeah, well, while they're milking the small group of D3X buyers Canon has been selling 5DII's like crazy. I wonder how many of those buyers are people who unloaded all of their Nikon stuff. I really could use the 20+ MP and the HD video wouldn't hurt either. I would love a D3X but there's nothing it offers over a 5DII for me that is worth $5K more.

Yep Nikon lost me, I sold my D200 and all my Nikon lenses and switched to the 5D2 gaining XL, XXL and XXXL in the process

How do you feel about the switch? Any regrets? I have a D300 and four lenses so I'm holding out for another few months to see what Nikon announces for a 5DII answer. If nothing then I'm probably going to jump.

travismanley · « **Reply #30 on:** March 28, 2009, 13:55 »

I started out on the Olympus e-500 and am using the Canon 5d now.

I found this on Flickr http://www.flickr.com/cameras/ looks like most Flickr users are using Canon too.

PaulieWalnuts · « **Reply #31 on:** March 28, 2009, 14:02 »

A lot of "former" Olympus users here. I had an E-330 which was a great and fun camera but not the best option for stock IMO.

travismanley · « **Reply #32 on:** March 28, 2009, 14:06 »

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on March 28, 2009, 14:02

A lot of "former" Olympus users here. I had an E-330 which was a great and fun camera but not the best option for stock IMO.

the only reason i started out on Olympus is because it was the best deal of of the Canon and Nikon at the time. When I was looking to upgrade I wanted to go with Canon or Nikon and I felt the 5d was the best camera for the money so that is the one I got. Im very happy with it.

vonkara · « **Reply #33 on:** March 28, 2009, 14:09 »

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on March 28, 2009, 13:12

D3X? Weak Sony sensor? Maybe you haven't seen some of the tests that show the D3X putting out medium format quality levels.

Yes I saw them. I didn't like them at all. Some examples:
D3x 800 iso 5DII 800 iso

You can compare more easily here http://www.imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP/COMPS01.HTM

The Alpha 900 did not perform better. Maybe I just need to close my mouth and get the 5DII

eppic · « **Reply #34 on:** March 28, 2009, 16:52 »

I started out with Olympus as well (E-500) then moved to an E-510. Last year I sold my Olympus stuff and went with the Sony A350. Now I also bought a Sony A700 and use the A350 as a backup or whenever I want something with a live view and tilting screen.
I particularly love the Sony's for all that nice Minolta AF glass still out there at great prices.

travelstock · « **Reply #35 on:** March 28, 2009, 18:52 »

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on March 28, 2009, 14:02

A lot of "former" Olympus users here. I had an E-330 which was a great and fun camera but not the best option for stock IMO.

I guess I'm one of the few continuing Olympus users!

Being limited to 10MP has been a little frustrating seeing as it just misses out on the XL file size on Istock, but I like what I'm seeing from the new 12mp sensor. I'm finally going to get my hands on the E-30 next week. Looking at the review on DPreview it seems there is finally a sensor that can match the best from Canon and Nikon in APS-C.

vonkara · « **Reply #36 on:** March 28, 2009, 19:20 »

Quote from: holgs on March 28, 2009, 18:52

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on March 28, 2009, 14:02
A lot of "former" Olympus users here. I had an E-330 which was a great and fun camera but not the best option for stock IMO.

I'm finally going to get my hands on the E-30 next week. Looking at the review on DPreview it seems there is finally a sensor that can match the best from Canon and Nikon in APS-C.

True! I'm surprised actually, but it even equal the D300 (that I have) performance at 400iso and lower. Still the 50D sensor beat them all in that category

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/olympuse30/page21.asp

MatHayward · « **Reply #37 on:** March 28, 2009, 20:00 »

When I was a film shooter I was a Nikon shooter. My first DSLR was a Nikon D2H and I had a good chunk of gear to go with it. As I got more and more serious about weddings by friends convinced me to switch to Canon and I've never regretted it. The biggest deciding factor for me was the drastic reduction in noise levels for low light/high ISO's situations which I constantly found myself in. At the time (it's a much more level playing field now) the difference between the D2H and what I was using primarily at the time the 20D's was unbelievable. I now use the Mark III and have no problem shooting at ISO 1600 or even 2500 sometimes when necessary. With the Nikon, ISO 1600 would no doubt be required to be a BW shot.

travismanley · « **Reply #38 on:** March 28, 2009, 21:00 »

the 5d handles high iso really well, I have got shots at ISO 1600 accepted just about everywhere.

anton9 · « **Reply #39 on:** March 29, 2009, 04:56 »

its all about the nikon d300

RacePhoto · « **Reply #40 on:** March 29, 2009, 07:35 »

Although I had a number of cameras, twin lens reflex, rangefinders, and even used a Graflex press camera, my first "real" camera was a Canon FT-QL (which should really date me), with a sharp 50mm 1.4 lens. I stuck with Canon because I liked them. Still have every old Canon film camera that I bought, including the last AE-1 with a motor drive. Yikes, what a way to burn up a roll of film.

I've owned a Nikonos underwater and later nice little travel Nikon for a short time, which my Step-Daughter dropped in the Mediterranean Sea while drinking champagne and eating french fries and trying to take photos at the same time. (kids!)

After a rash of digital cameras, none especially impressive I got a used 10D as my first DSLR. Tiny Rebel just didn't have the feel that I liked. Since the lenses I have now keep getting better and more expensive, I don't think I'll be changing. Good lenses are a long term investment. I upgraded to Canon L lenses, and sold off the Sigma and Tokina's that came with the used cameras, one by one. I'm on my 4th Canon digital camera body, have an A400 P&S for my pocket and a G6 for fun.

Nothing wrong with Nikon at all.

vonkara · « **Reply #41 on:** March 29, 2009, 07:44 »

Quote from: travismanley on March 28, 2009, 21:00

the 5d handles high iso really well, I have got shots at ISO 1600 accepted just about everywhere.

Stop that I'm enough anxious to get one without enough money for also starting to make nightmare about it. 1600 iso!!!

basti · « **Reply #42 on:** March 30, 2009, 04:00 »

Im still Olympus users and after geting more pro gear and knowledge abound market, for zoom users and traveling photographers there is hardly any match. None gear including MarkIII has better sealing then Oly, including all SG and SHG lenses and half of those lenses has no direct competitor or similar Canon/Nikon lens would cost and weight 2-3x more.
I saw many posts about FF sensors, lens quality, "small" 4/3 sensor flames etc. I did some testing myself and up to iso800 APS-C sensor has no real advantage - and most of us do not shoot much over iso800, isnt it? Truly Ive tried to switch to Canon but after I did wider research about lenses and their quality and price, Im still with Oly and I know exactly why. Oly is bad for high iso shooters or ppl prefering (shorter) fixed focal lengths. On the other hand Oly has super quality zooms and long tele lenses plus superb weather sealing, which makes them good choice for durable travel sets with excellent optical quality and acceptable weight and size.
Im not a megapixel maniac or pixel peeper, Im pretty satisfied with 10MP and acceptable noise up to iso800. I dont give a * about "high microstock standards" - thats pretty crippled measure and has nothing to do with real quality. So I do not need a FF camera or the newest model on the market, I do shoot for pleasure and just do sell pics time to time.

Enjoy

Gannet77 · « **Reply #43 on:** March 30, 2009, 07:17 »

Another happy Olympus user... E-510 in my case, bought based entirely on having had total satisfaction with the old OM line of film cameras. For the DSLRs, I like the size and I like the sensor cleaner, as I take mostly outdoor images and I'm not too careful when changing lenses; never yet had a problem with sensor spots.

I have used Canon film cameras in the past as well, AE-1 and A-1, and they were great too; I'm tempted by the 5D but it's a bit too expensive for me to justify changing systems now.

Speaking of Olympus DSLRs, has anyone seen this new E-620 in the wild?

MikLav · « **Reply #44 on:** March 30, 2009, 08:38 »

Quote from: madelaide on March 27, 2009, 09:54

Can I vote twice? I use both a Canon DSLR and a compact.

Regards,
Adelaide

Oh, and I have 2 Canon DSLRs and one Canon compact, so can I vote 3 times then ?

Moonb007 · « **Reply #45 on:** March 30, 2009, 16:46 »

I love my canon!

Phil · « **Reply #46 on:** March 30, 2009, 17:18 »

I have shot various pentaxes for the last 4-5 years but am now changing to sony a900

travelstock · « **Reply #47 on:** April 04, 2009, 12:12 »

I just picked up an Oly E30 and I must say that the reviews understate how good this camera is. The combination with the 50-200mm SWD lens in particular is just sublime. Any Oly users thinking about the upgrade really should just jump in... its an awesome camera.

lagereek · « **Reply #48 on:** April 05, 2009, 01:44 »

My Nikons D3X will easily outperform anything else. It gives a "cleaner" file then those of my P25 back and its really even knocking on the door of the P39.
A car-AD-shoot I did here renderd in a 4x2.5 meter billboard, shot with the D3X.

As far as any D700X, no I wouldnt hold my breath at all, its way down Nikons priority list, if at all.
and listening to some Japanese Nikon Reps, its not even on the drawingboard.

In this digital world, what you pay for is what you get.

PaulieWalnuts · « **Reply #49 on:** April 14, 2009, 17:46 »

I'm sure a D3X will outperform anything else. Including my microstock wallet which is performing at about a 5DII level right now.

Well, given the "big Nikon announcement" is a D5000 I think that about does it for me. I was hoping for even a decent tease but I haven't seen any legit news or leaks on the D700X which means it ain't coming anytime soon. I'm guessing late this year or early next year for a release. It will then be out of stock with retailers doing price gouging for a few months. So realistically mid next year.

So I'm starting to shop a 5DII. I figure if I like it I may stay with Canon. I can keep a couple of Nikon lenses and if I don't like the 5DII I can sell it and get whatever 20+ MP FF Nikon releases whenever.

Microstock Posts · « **Reply #50 on:** April 16, 2009, 01:03 »

Hopefully I will get a Nikon D90 soon. I always look at the samples on Dpreview. I just don't like the oversaturated colours with Canons. I'm sure my Mum would love it though. I used to have a Nikon Fm2 years back until it was stolen. It was a wonderful camera. I use a Pentax ist DL now, I like it a lot, very simple to use and great results if the light is good, but it is only as good as the price suggests and doesn't shoot too well in low light.

sam100 · « **Reply #51 on:** April 16, 2009, 02:49 »

I'm disappointed with the "big" announcement.... D5000.
Still working with a D 200. Skipped the upgrade to a D 300 body.
What Nikon is missing in their collection is something between 14-18 mpx. I was hoping an announcement something in that area.

Been a Nikon user since i started with stock. And in all honesty, i'm beginning to look at other brands now. The Sony Alpha A-900 and the Canon Eos 5D Mark II are starting to look very tempting.

Patrick H.

travelstock · « **Reply #52 on:** April 16, 2009, 03:02 »

Quote from: patrick1958 on April 16, 2009, 02:49

I'm disappointed with the "big" announcement.... D5000.
Still working with a D 200. Skipped the upgrade to a D 300 body.
What Nikon is missing in their collection is something between 14-18 mpx. I was hoping an announcement something in that area.

Been a Nikon user since i started with stock. And in all honesty, i'm beginning to look at other brands now. The Sony Alpha A-900 and the Canon Eos 5D Mark II are starting to look very tempting.

Patrick H.

I'd rather some top notch DX wide angle zooms, though I suspect with the move to FF they won't really be prioritizing that.

melastmohican · « **Reply #53 on:** April 16, 2009, 13:30 »

My first SLR was Praktika MTL 5B (are they still around?) then I got Canon EOS 500. Since that day I just upgrade to next Canon. So far it was EOS 3, EOS 10D, EOS 20D and now just got EOS 5Dmk2.

vonkara · « **Reply #54 on:** April 16, 2009, 13:56 »

Yea this D5000 is a joke, even humiliating. Another 720p video mode, not even 1080P, I don't call 720p HD, and such and lot more. Two things keep me from going for the 5DII, I strongly love my 24-70 f/2.8 and the move will cost me 1000 to 1500 more to get another 24-70 from Canon.

This on the side I am about to put tape on my Nikon sign in front

On Nikon Rumor poll: Question- Are you going to buy the D5000

Never get 74% on 4 options on 3534 voters LOL

Pixart · « **Reply #55 on:** April 16, 2009, 14:18 »

From Nikon Rumors yesterday: Note: BJP has removed the reference to the semi-pro camera. Was it a typo, or do they know a secret? Yes, the d5000 was disappointing!

What is BJP talking about?
By [NR] admin | April 15, 2009
This was published by BJP just few hours ago:

“As BJP went to press, Nikon unveiled two new digital SLRs - one entry level and another semi-pro - as well as new lenses. Both new DSLRs come with a high-definition video mode, with the entry-level model, the D5000, also offering a swivel LCD screen - a first for a Nikon camera.”

Is this a clue that the next Nikon semi-pro model (D400?) will have HD video?

melastmohican · « **Reply #56 on:** April 16, 2009, 14:37 »

I just wonder why video is so important in DSLR???

a.k.a.-tom · « **Reply #57 on:** April 17, 2009, 13:16 »

Canon exclusive for 30-some years....
currently using my 'original' Rebel and 5D mk II. - tom

vonkara · « **Reply #58 on:** April 17, 2009, 14:50 »

Quote from: melastmohican on April 16, 2009, 14:37

I just wonder why video is so important in DSLR???

Because photography lenses are more performant in almost all aspects. Photography lenses are wider angle than video. Photography sensor are most of the time bigger than video and more performant because of pixel density. Now make it easy to use and vids cam go nowhere anymore

stacey_newman · « **Reply #59 on:** April 17, 2009, 14:57 »

I started on Nikon too......D50, then D80.....then D300......I think it is like many things, you like what you were raised on. I'm a Nikon girl, though I think Canon cameras are prettier.

I love Nikon's portable lighting. the SB-800 is awesome and the high-quality Nikkor lenses are awesome too.

daniel_mouritsen · « **Reply #60 on:** April 17, 2009, 15:18 »

I use a Nikon D300, however, I'm pretty keen on:

* Going FF
* Getting more pixels to work with

The D3X is out of my price range, the D700 don't have more pixels. I'm stuck

Since I'm narrow minded and tend to see everything from like, my own little perspective.. i think Nikon is gambling a bit ATM. It seems like people are moving towards FF sensors, which means some people, like me, is having to replace quite a bit of lenses (I only got two FF lenses ATM).

So, a Canon 5D mark II move aren't all that "big a deal" for alot of people?

I'm still holding my breath for a Nikon alternative though, so fingers crossed we'll see a D700x (or whatever) in 2009

PaulieWalnuts · « **Reply #61 on:** April 26, 2009, 05:46 »

I just ordered a 5DII. Now Nikon will probably announce a D700X in the next few days

Fran · « **Reply #62 on:** April 26, 2009, 06:26 »

I shoot with a Sony A900 that I'm totally in love with, with a couple of old Minolta primes and a CZ85. Totally beautiful system and not that expensive after all... The only problem is lens lust

sam100 · « **Reply #63 on:** April 26, 2009, 10:23 »

Quote from: Fran on April 26, 2009, 06:26

I shoot with a Sony A900 that I'm totally in love with, with a couple of old Minolta primes and a CZ85. Totally beautiful system and not that expensive after all... The only problem is lens lust

I'm looking into the sony A900 system for the moment.. still have my doubt (having a lot of nikon equipment)... but it is on my list together with the Canon 5D mark II.
If Nikon doesn't produce a minimum 14-18 mpx camera before summer i'll switch brand.

Patrick H.

null · « **Reply #64 on:** April 26, 2009, 11:35 »

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on April 26, 2009, 05:46

I just ordered a 5DII. Now Nikon will probably announce a D700X in the next few days

Too little, too late.

le_cyclope · « **Reply #65 on:** April 26, 2009, 11:49 »

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on April 26, 2009, 05:46

I just ordered a 5DII. Now Nikon will probably announce a D700X in the next few days

Even if they do so, you'll never regret your move

Claude

PaulieWalnuts · « **Reply #66 on:** April 26, 2009, 12:21 »

Quote from: le_cyclope on April 26, 2009, 11:49

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on April 26, 2009, 05:46
I just ordered a 5DII. Now Nikon will probably announce a D700X in the next few days

Even if they do so, you'll never regret your move

Claude

Maybe so. I started with Canon film on an A-1 and switched to Nikon digital so this is somewhat of a return.

I've always been curious about the differences in the platforms between Nikon and Canon digital so this is somewhat of a platform test too.

sam100 · « **Reply #67 on:** April 26, 2009, 14:35 »

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on April 26, 2009, 12:21

Quote from: le_cyclope on April 26, 2009, 11:49
Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on April 26, 2009, 05:46
I just ordered a 5DII. Now Nikon will probably announce a D700X in the next few days

Even if they do so, you'll never regret your move

Claude
Maybe so. I started with Canon film on an A-1 and switched to Nikon digital so this is somewhat of a return.

I've always been curious about the differences in the platforms between Nikon and Canon digital so this is somewhat of a platform test too.

Indeed... and I'm curious.
Having CS4, knowing and seeing what it can do with Nikon raw files (registered version) I'm curious what it can and will do with canon files.
I'm not found of the brand native programs for conversion. Have used Nikon, Fuji and Olympus.
IMO Adobe camera raw delivers more and better results (considering you don't use defaults settings).

Patrick H.

Ps : forget to mention Pentax K20D ... great camera.. but never got decent results with Adobe camera raw. Results with native pentax programs were slightly better.. but the extra 10 minutes per files aren't worth it.

PaulieWalnuts · « **Reply #68 on:** May 07, 2009, 21:37 »

Okay, so my 5D MarkII is here. I guess I should change my Nikon vote to Canon.

What's interesting for me is that neither platform just seems "better" so far. Each has their own pros and cons.

One thing that's already got me scratching my head is Auto ISO. It's easy to turn on but it automatically sets the shutter speed at 40 for a 50mm lens (?!!) and there's no fine tuning. And Nikon has all kinds of great Auto ISO adjustments but they're buried in the complex menu tree including the option to turn Auto ISO on.

I will say though that the detail this thing captures is amazing.

araminta · « **Reply #69 on:** May 08, 2009, 03:49 »

Quote from: PaulieWalnuts on May 07, 2009, 21:37

One thing that's already got me scratching my head is Auto ISO. It's easy to turn on but it automatically sets the shutter speed at 40 for a 50mm lens (?!!) and there's no fine tuning.

Agree: the chosen shutter speed is somewhat low quite often. As the 5DmkII does handle very well high ISO, it would indeed be interesting to be able to fine tune Auto ISO.

Another "scratching my head" point is that Auto ISO does not work in manual mode. This is quite logical most of the time, but in some situations (macro), it is interesting to be able to set both the aperture (to control the depth of field) and the shutter speed (to ensure that moving bugs are frozen) and let the ISO goes up (to a certain extent).

Otherwise, the 5DmkII is an amazing beast

kkorpos · « **Reply #70 on:** May 08, 2009, 09:42 »

I'm with you here! The Digital Rebel caused me to trade in my Canon Elan 7E film camera. I have now sold all of my film goodies and keep going up the Canon ladder and buying the next big item. The 5 DII is next.

-Larry
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Hey, I sold my Elan as well -- for the digital rebel when it first came out! That Elan was a great camera....

Phil · « **Reply #71 on:** May 26, 2009, 07:25 »

yay sony a900 arrived today!!!

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