Would this be good for a beginner? Such as general picture taking?
1282792
this would be an excellent camera no matter what level of photography u r in now the camera is very accurate the lenses are not as expensive you have two choices as far as lenses one with something mid-range aftermarket or something very expensive I'm sure that you'll like the camera and its functionality
1282793
probably a little too much. if i were to get a new one it would have to have video recording. a much less expensive point and shoot can do just as well
1282794
Yes, because it has many automatic features that takes guesswork out of the picture taking process for beginning users and also features that allow creativity as use and familiarity become more understood.
1282795
Yes I bought mine brand new years ago. I did not expect it to be a very good camera as I paid a heck of a lot for it. But I did get to lens with it one close the other far. It is totally computerized but you can do your own shooting if you wish. Here is what I can say about the camera. You would think only 14.2 mp wouldn't give you a perfect picture? Well let me tell you the pictures it gives are way to perfect and I will say I'd like to see you shoot a bad picture! As you won't. I'd buy it and have the best fun you ever have experienced!
1282796
yes it has the ability to be a point and shoot by putting it on auto but it is capable of so much more. So if you are interested in learning photography it is a full function camera.
525783
If you're a beginner or novice, you need to buy a Rebel and spend all your money buying professional grade L series lenses. I would say that since this camera has NO auto mode, this is probably a very bad option for a beginner given the other options. It'll take you 2 - 3 years before you're good enough to even touch the options this camera has to offer. If you're a beginner, I don't know how the hell you're spending $7000 on a camera with no knowledge about how photography works. This isn't like buying a Lamborghini where you can just sit in the seat and show off your car by pressing the gas pedal. Photography is like painting, where buying all the horsehair brushes, oil mixtures, and professional canvas stock doesn't get you anywhere if you can't even make brush strokes properly.
1324960
It's a great starter camera. I bought it for my wife as she had dabbled in photography in the past and wanteed to get back into it. Has been a good camera for us as a hobby and for taking family, senior, wedding portraits, etc.
611819
It will take beautiful video. You may be better off with a less expensive camera if you are just learning. iMovie or Final Cut works like magic.
163537
Yes. Focus is pretty good but I would recommend stabilizing it on a tripod & with manual focus for the sharpest possible images.
2195051
Sure, the camera is easy to operate and comes with a detailed instruction manual and CD. The full auto mode and presets will get you along way, to start.
525778
Probably not simply because of the price (neginning around $6600). For a beginner who wants to become more involved in photography, I would definitely recommend the Canon 7D as a starting point. It has many of the features of a pro camera and at around $1250 is probably the best way to "dip your toes in the water". Also, a great lens to start with is the Canon 70-200mm f4L at about $700. Good luck!!
1420059
I think it will fit your needs. In fact, we bought this camera to take picture of our home, it came out well. Even the pictures in low light turned out good. I am not an experienced photographer as well, so you can use this like a point and shoot
192596
My opinion is this would be a excellent camera for a starter. It has all the features of a proffesional camera at a low price.
4762
The G1 X has very good low-light performance, and the built in flash is adequate for subjects not too far from the camera. If the subjects you normally shoot are not active (i.e., pets, kids, etc.), then this camera should work out for you just fine. If you do have active subjects, then I would think the camera is far too slow to capture the action. There can be a delay of a second or more from the time you press the shutter release before the camera actually takes the photo.
828739
Yes. The FPS isn't super high. It's not really high quality but it definitely does the job for backyard matches and stuff like that. So, yes. It's good for beginners.
1094069
If you are just starting out it will work. But if you become professional you will want to get a more expensive one with more features. As you get comfortable with your photographing you will want to be able to adjust various settings to your taste rather than just using a point and shoot camera.
687392
Hi.I think that if you are looking for a point and shot like that, it is better to buy a DSLR entry level and consider buying a lens zoom, at the same time or when you can. You will appreciate my advice.
1810699
Yeah this is a really cool camera, its sorta like getting a new cell phone, its a little complicated at first but as you keep messing with it it gets really easy, i learned pretty much how to do everything on this camera in 3 days. I'd say "absolutely" its a good model, may even be willing to bet you'd want to take pictures with it.
939836
I agree. Make sure your lens is decent. Other than that it takes great photos!
1152947
It would be perfect for any beginner.However you will learn so quick u will have to upgrade eventually.
2082184
If you have a decent dslr I would say no. I haven't used it much because it's difficult to use. The software is not particularly user friendly. I'm sure one in used to it out well be fine. But I'd I had a dslr I wouldn't bother.