Is this better than the Nikkon D50? Which camera, this or Nikon D50 would be more suitable?
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I do not think that you will be disappointed with either camera as Canon and Nikon both make great cameras. I actually compare the DR XT to the D70s for features. The best thing to do is go to a camera store and handle each camera. Check out the menu settings, how easy it is to change settings while you're shooting, etc. I purchased the XT last August and couldn't be happier with it. It is a great camera. The 8MP sensor in this camera should be good enough unless you want to shoot extremely large pictures. An 8MP sensor can produce images as good or better as 35mm film. I have printed flawless 8x10 images and I have plenty of resolution to play with for larger pictures. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
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I use SanDisk Extreme III for all my cameras (including the D50 when I had it. Was an excellent camera)
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My first DSLR was a D3000. It actually was the perfect starter. I find the D7100 to be a little more intricate in its functions. If I were you, I would start with the 5200/5300, it will get your feet wet without overwelming you.
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I haven't used the K-50. I can say the K5 is wonderful and that the K5 iis is even better. Overall image quality and low light abilities are excellent. I understand that the K50 has some better video features, (I almost never shoot video). In either case you have a huge choice of great Pentax K lenses. Guess it depends on your intended use.
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I'm also thinking about those cameras and I don't know which one to get. I was leaning towards the Nikon d90 because of the HD video but I don't know.
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I prefer the D50 which uses countless AF lenses. The D40-60 must have a motorized lens to AF.I got two D50s and a D60 for under $250 used, body only. Two were refurbished the other one was pristine. Many AF lenses work on the D50 and can be had for $50 or so.
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I have a D80 and it is working great on that. I can't keep up with all the numbers, but the I think the D50 and D80 basically share the same DNA. The D80 has a few more bells and whistles ($$$) but that's about it.
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The D50 is a much larger camera than the D3000. This battery Pack Grip would not fit.
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I too looked at both of these cameras before purchasing the D5000. this is my first dSLR and don't have much to compare it to but I have been very happy with the quality of the images it takes and it is very easy to use. I thought the canon and nikon specs and reviews looked extremely comparable and that you would be getting a similar quality camera from both companies. I decided to go with the Nikon basically because it was $50 cheaper and used the savings to buy a memory card. whichever way you go you will be getting a big step up from a standard point and shoot camera (I had previously been using a Canon SD750) I too looked at both of these cameras before purchasing the D5000. this is my first dSLR and don't have much to compare it to but I have been very happy with the quality of the images it takes and it is very easy to use. I thought the canon and nikon specs and reviews looked extremely comparable and that you would be getting a similar quality camera from both companies. I decided to go with the Nikon basically because it was $50 cheaper and used the savings to buy a memory card. whichever way you go you will be getting a big step up from a standard point and shoot camera (I had previously... » Read More I too looked at both of these cameras before purchasing the D5000. this is my first dSLR and don't have much to compare it to but I have been very happy with the quality of the images it takes and it is very easy to use. I thought the canon and nikon specs and reviews looked extremely comparable and that you would be getting a similar quality camera from both companies. I decided to go with the Nikon basically because it was $50 cheaper and used the savings to buy a memory card. whichever way you go you will be getting a big step up from a standard point and shoot camera (I had previously been using a Canon SD750) « Show Less
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The D60 does not seem that much better a camera for the difference in price. I will say, however, that I like the fact that the rear display on the D60 goes off when you put the viewfinder up to your eye.
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Both are great cameras that will give you really nice photographs. My preference is Nikon due to feel and ease of control. When in actual shooting situations with little time for confusion, the Nikon seems to provide an edge. Lenses are generally better in contrast, color and resolution.
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I looked up the NIKON D50 specs and the difference between it and the NIKON D90, my camera, is minimal. I will say that yes, you can use this guide with the D50. That is the good thing about NIKON Cameras, the functions are very similar in all generations of digital cameras. All in all, the Nikon Digital SLR guide is useful for all NIKON digital camera owners.
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The D4 is a very good camera. The D4s is slightly better at high ISOs. Its seem to track focus on moving subjects a bit faster. Go to DXO website and they do a great comparison on cameras and you can compare the two cameras. The picture quality is the same I think over all again with some improvement at high ISOs. I do not know what you shoot or how you photograph so it is very hard to give advice on upgrading. If I had to do it again, I think I would stay with the D4 and which I still use right along with the D4s and wait for the next big change in camera bodies.
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if money is no object , buy the d5300 , i had the d3200 and it was a great camera you can routinely make really nice 20-30 size pictures ,specially with the prime lenses like the 50mm 1.8g , i bought the d3300 because the new sensor is scarper and the new lens is really much more portable and last but not least the included lightroom 5 software was in a refubrished package deal, between the 5200 or the 3300 the 5200 with its swiveling screen might be more camera to grow into , how ever if you only are doing basic photograhy the the d3300 or d3200 are more then enough for any photografer
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It's really a matter of personal preference and what you plan to do with it. Both are great cameras and I'm sure you will be happy with either. After doing an exhaustive amount of research I selected the T5i because I plan on shooting stills and videos. The Canon out performs Nikon slightly in the video category, while Nikon has a slight advantage in low light shooting stills. If you do decide to go with the T5i I strongly recommend that you seek out "camerarec toby" on you tube. He has fantastic tips and training videos on the T5i that are free and yet invaluable. That being said I firmly believe that either camera will amaze you with their features and abilities.
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I just bought a 40D and I think it is a great camera. As posted, there is not best choice but I am sure if the extra (few) bucks is not an issue, we should go for the 40D. It is also the latest sensor and I found it to be really good. Took some shots and it is great.
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Nikon Glass is superior to Canon. Anyone using both systems as i do will tell you the same.