Budget DSLR

Digital Camera Buying Guide

Posted by toby
/ January 30, 2012 / Leave a comment

Let’s keep this short and sweet – If I had $____ to spend on a camera what would I buy. . . (see below for lens ideas) If I had $200 to spend I would buy the Canon HS300 This little P&S is little! but offers excellent quality, 1080p with...
Holiday Shopping: Camera Guide – If I had. . .

Posted by toby
/ November 22, 2011 / 1 Comment

Let’s keep this short and sweet – If I had $____ to spend on a camera what would I buy. . . (see below for lens ideas) Black Friday Updates 7am HS300 at $149 -See description below, Excellent buy for a tiny but high quality camera SX230 at $199 –...
Which DSLR should I buy [May 2011]

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/ April 25, 2011 / Leave a comment

Everytime I revisit this post I have a harder time recomending one model/brand over another – at this point all of the cameras on this list are excellent and will produce superb images under normal conditions. It is important that you read over the pros and cons of each and...
Nikon D5100 First Look

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/ April 5, 2011 / Leave a comment

Nikon D5100 first look preview from Amateur Photographer magazine Take aways from this video - Performance of the D7000 in a smaller body (this is very similar setup to the 600D, 60D and 7D on Canon) 10% smaller than the D5000 12,800 Extended ISO and a night vision mode that...
Nikon D5100 Specs compared to other Entry Level DSLRs

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/ April 4, 2011 / Leave a comment

The Nikon D5100 has been outed by Nikon Romania – oops. I have the knows specs listed along with the other Nikon and Canon models in this price range Nikon D5100 (NEW) Nikon D5000 Nikon D3100 Canon T3i/600D 16.2 MP 12.3 14.2 18.0 Auto, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600,...
Olympus E-PL2

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/ January 7, 2011 / Leave a comment

The name doesn’t roll of my tongue but it certainly looks to be a wonderful camera and an excellent example of the micro 4/3 line maturing. Earlier model was the PEN E-P2 Key Features: Redesigned 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 zoom lens (28mm-84mm equivalent) silent autofocus during still and video 3″ 460,000 dot...
Canon T2i + Lens Deal

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/ November 30, 2010 / 1 Comment

T2i bundle is back(UPDATE 12-22-10), a few dollars less in saving but it is still an excellent deal. 1. Select a Canon Rebel T1i($650) or T2i($799-$100 using Coupon Code – MYBGIXJF ). 2. Select a qualifying Canon lens(See Below). 3. Add all qualifying products to your Shopping Cart. Find the Promotional...
Nikon D3100 Kit + Lens savings

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/ November 30, 2010 / Leave a comment

1. Select a qualifying Nikon digital SLR – D3100 2. Select your qualifying Nikkor lens(es) – I Suggest either the budget 55-200 ($100 off) or the excellent 70-300($200 off) 3. Add all qualifying products to your Shopping Cart. 4. Enter the corresponding claim code and the savings will be automatically...
Which DSLR should I buy [October 2010]

Posted by toby
/ October 1, 2010 / 1 Comment

Short & sweet overview of the popular DSLRS and which might be best for you . Some of these recommendations are based on prices that fluctuate daily, check in with me @camerarec to get my absolute latest recommendations. All prices in US dollars. UPDATE (11/27)- T2i price has dropped plus...
New Canon Cameras?

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/ January 27, 2010 / Leave a comment

Latest rumors regarding Canon’s newest P&S: 60D Specs Articulating screen Metal body, similar To 50D Upgraded 15.1mp APS-C Sensor 720p/1080p Video at 30fps Electronic Level New battery & battery grip Price about $1190 550D/600D Specs Articulating screen Body smaller than 500D Upgraded 15.1mp APS-C Sensor 720p Video at 30fps Price...