Advice on a camera please

[Hawkeye]

I am a complete novice to the world of cameras so i am looking for some help and advice please.

Going away on holiday in September and want to get a new digital camera(mine is currently about 10 years old)as the scenery is supposed to be awesome with the sunsets.Want something that really takes good pictures in all conditions as this is a holiday we want to remember.Will probably use the camera for track day pics(trying to catch pics of Morky is an art in itself with the speed he goes) and other things.Have a budget of up to £350 and dont really want to go beyond it.Any help and advice would be really grateful.

 

[KDF]

The general consensus is buy a Nikon or a Cannon but you would need a bit more than £350.

 

[Hawkeye]

How much are we talking?.Remember im no David Bailey and just want something that takes really good pictures,not really fussed if it can do loads of other things i would never use.

Thanks for help though.

 

[TeZ]

No get this

Nikon D40 The new Nikon D40 boasts handling and performance advantages that eliminate the frustrations often associated with compact digital cameras. The careful design allows users to take breathtaking pictures without the need to "learn" photography. Featuring a high-resolution 6.1-effective-megapixel Nikon DX Format CCD image sensor and a highly advanced Nikon Image Processing Engine, the D40 produces exceptional image detail with true, vivid colours. For more details click here

• Sensor: CCD - 6.1 Million pixels
• Image Size: 3008 x 2000
• Lens: Takes Nikkor lenses (Details)
• Focus: TTL Auto/Manual
• Exposure: Vari-program/A/AP/SP/M
• Metering: 3D Matrix/CW/Spot
• Monitor: 2.5" TFT LCD
• Movie Mode: No
• Storage: SD Memory Cards
• Batteries: Li-ion Pack
• AC Adaptor: Optional
• Video Output: Yes
• Size/Weight: 133x102x76mm - 540g
• Transfer: USB (Mac & PC)
• Technical details: click here Included Accessories: EN-EL9 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-23 Quick Charger, UC-E4 USB Cable, PictureProject, DK-16 Rubber Eyecup, Camera Strap, BF-1A Body Cap, DK-5 Eyepiece Cap, BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cap Please be aware the Nikon D40 only accepts Nikon AFS Lenses Nikon D40 Black plus
AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II £330 or £16mth Only £270 including Cashback

**warehouse express*

 

[KDF]

Might need a longer reach lens though, so would have to budget for that.

 

[TeZ]

^ yes but for a beginer KDF i think thats a great lil DSLR, yes get a better lens but for £330 cant go wrong imo

 

[Hawkeye]

Nikon D40 Black plus
AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II £330

Is it worth getting it with this option of lens ^^

 

[TeZ]

thats a standerd lens mate , But i would say yes

 

[Hawkeye]

Sorry my mistake,misread the article.Thanks for the help,will have a chat with the missus when she gets in from work and probably go for this one.If you think of anything else in the meantime,please let me know.

Thanks again.

Chris

 

[TeZ]

yeah will do mate wil pm you, also others will prob be adding to this thread so watch this space mate

 

[TeZ]

EOS 350D

The new 8-Megapixel EOS 350D DIGITAL is the digital SLR to choose when you’re looking for professional-level performance with comfortable simplicity. Canon has further refined its EOS design to create the world’s lightest digital SLR body. Even when using the ideal EOS 350D DIGITAL lens, EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6, with the Battery Pack NB-2LH, this popular combination still barely weighs 715g. For more details click here

Best D-SLR
Entry Level
2004-2005​

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• Sensor: CMOS - 8.0 Million pixels
• Image Size: 3456x2304 Pixels
• Lens: Takes all Canon EF lenses
• Focus: TTL 7 point focusing/Manual
• Exposure: Auto/Program/AP/SP/M
• Metering: 35 Zone Eval/CW/Partial
• Monitor: 1.8" TFT
• Other Features: Simultaneously RAW and JPEG capture
• Movie Mode: No
• Storage: CompactFlash 1/11, Microdrive
• Batteries: Rechargeable Lithium-ion
• AC Adaptor: Optional
• Size/Weight: 126x94x64mm - 480g
• Transfer: USB 2.0 (Mac & PC)
• Technical details: click here Included accessories: Rechargeable battery NB-2LH, Charger CB-2LTE, Eyecup EF, Camera cover RF3, Neck strap, USB & Video cables, CD ROM software, User guide
Recommended Accessories for the Canon EOS 350D Canon EOS-350D plus
EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II £379 or £15mth

 

[Hawkeye]

Everything it lists just baffles me..lol..I dont understand 90% of the settings.Like i said,im a complete novice and will probably take ages to figure out how to turn it on.

 

[TeZ]

well if u start with one of these u will soon be making really nice pics mate start getting a Digital camera magazine to read up on the nohow..

 

[KDF]

Even these camera's still have auto modes for most of the functions. They can be 'dumbed' down to nothing more than a point and click camera if you want them to be.

Then, when you start to learn more their powers can be unleashed.

 

[TeZ]

^ my point exactly KDF ppl often have no idea what things are capable of in there DSLR's even after using for years they stay with auto lamo

 

[-Leigh-]

Unless you know how to use it, you might as well get a compact camera. Unless you actually want to learn it all. But if you're just going to take it on holiday, put it on auto and take pics, then a decent compact camera would do, and be a damn sight cheaper.

 

[TeZ]

^ yes but he wants to learn i think

 

[Hawkeye]

Yes,i am looking to learn and was wanting an ideal starter camera.

 

[KDF]

Tada.. you found it

 

[b3nje]

No get this

Nikon D40 The new Nikon D40 boasts handling and performance advantages that eliminate the frustrations often associated with compact digital cameras. The careful design allows users to take breathtaking pictures without the need to "learn" photography. Featuring a high-resolution 6.1-effective-megapixel Nikon DX Format CCD image sensor and a highly advanced Nikon Image Processing Engine, the D40 produces exceptional image detail with true, vivid colours. For more details click here

• Sensor: CCD - 6.1 Million pixels
• Image Size: 3008 x 2000
• Lens: Takes Nikkor lenses (Details)
• Focus: TTL Auto/Manual
• Exposure: Vari-program/A/AP/SP/M
• Metering: 3D Matrix/CW/Spot
• Monitor: 2.5" TFT LCD
• Movie Mode: No
• Storage: SD Memory Cards
• Batteries: Li-ion Pack
• AC Adaptor: Optional
• Video Output: Yes
• Size/Weight: 133x102x76mm - 540g
• Transfer: USB (Mac & PC)
• Technical details: click here Included Accessories: EN-EL9 Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, MH-23 Quick Charger, UC-E4 USB Cable, PictureProject, DK-16 Rubber Eyecup, Camera Strap, BF-1A Body Cap, DK-5 Eyepiece Cap, BS-1 Accessory Shoe Cap Please be aware the Nikon D40 only accepts Nikon AFS Lenses Nikon D40 Black plus
AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II £330 or £16mth Only £270 including Cashback

**warehouse express*

£270!?!?!? f**king HELL
Think its time for me to look for a new camera..hmmm d80

 

[portal172]

Canon S5 Powershot.

 

[unofficialPete]

If you REALLY want to go DSLR I'd personally avoid the D40, unless your after a 1 lens setup and only want to buy AF-S lenses...

http://www.camerapricebuster.co.uk/