WMAS Discussion Forum : cameras http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 17 Jun 2026 02:59:47 +0000 Fri, 23 Mar 2012 09:44:05 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=52066 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[cameras : Ok I sold the D80 and am in the...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=457239&title=cameras#457239 Author: Tanuki
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Posted: March 23 2012 at 9:44am

Ok I sold the D80 and am in the market for something new.

I am going to use the camera to shoot a documentary, as well as general photography.

I am between these options:

Nikon D7000 vs Canon 7D

or spend a lot more and go with one of these:

Canon MKII vs Canon MKIII vs Nikon D8000

I am swaying towards Canon because they engineered their cameras to shoot in HD video and have had better results than Nikon has (so far), but the 7D is getting kind of old and the price hasnt really changed.  I have read a lot of good things about the D7000 compared to it as well.

The other side of my thought is that I am working on a professional project, so why not shell out a little more and get a camera that has no limits?  That being said, the MKII has been used for a lot of shows and things, but I am wondering if the MKIII is worth the difference?  Meanwhile that new D8000 isn't out yet, but on paper it looks good.  The biggest thing I don't like is the 36 mp.  That wont be great.

Ideas from the pros?
]]> Fri, 23 Mar 2012 09:44:05 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=457239&title=cameras#457239 <![CDATA[cameras : I use my point and shoot Sony...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=451953&title=cameras#451953 Author: Lemonpeel
Subject: 52066
Posted: February 19 2012 at 8:20pm

I use my point and shoot Sony cybershot and I get some pretty good pictures with it.


Here's another one.

]]> Sun, 19 Feb 2012 20:20:55 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=451953&title=cameras#451953 <![CDATA[cameras : If anyone else is looking, I am...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=443785&title=cameras#443785 Author: Tanuki
Subject: 52066
Posted: December 19 2011 at 9:32am

If anyone else is looking, I am selling a Nikon D80 in perfect condition.  Pm me for details. ]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2011 09:32:44 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=443785&title=cameras#443785 <![CDATA[cameras : Broke down and bought the cannon...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=440434&title=cameras#440434 Author: laynframe
Subject: 52066
Posted: November 19 2011 at 7:52pm

Broke down and bought the cannon t2i. I got a good package deal that came with the 75-300 lens, plus the standard macro lens, 8 gig sd card and back pack. I have a Elite Aquatics camera box and Im playing with it as we speak. So far I love this thing now I need to sit down and learn to use it. ]]> Sat, 19 Nov 2011 19:52:30 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=440434&title=cameras#440434 <![CDATA[cameras : I have a Sony Alpha 3 and enjoy...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=439623&title=cameras#439623 Author: mikenmandymoo
Subject: 52066
Posted: November 13 2011 at 8:39pm

I have a Sony Alpha 3 and enjoy it.  I have some trouble getting the ISO to work in order to get nice shots in really low to no light.  But other than that... i really like it. :)]]> Sun, 13 Nov 2011 20:39:39 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=439623&title=cameras#439623 <![CDATA[cameras : I saw a 60d on KSL yesterday for...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=439176&title=cameras#439176 Author: radar
Subject: 52066
Posted: November 10 2011 at 8:26am

I saw a 60d on KSL yesterday for $800. I think is was without a lens.  Anyone have an opinion on what lens or multiple lenses to use for great pics?]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:26:35 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=439176&title=cameras#439176 <![CDATA[cameras : bstuver wrote:I got my new...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=438850&title=cameras#438850 Author: Sculpin
Subject: 52066
Posted: November 07 2011 at 11:53pm

Originally posted by bstuver bstuver wrote:

I got my new camera and absolutely love it. I don't have a problem with the video mode I recorded my daughters dance program tonight and once you focus it on the one object automatically it focused when I moved it as well.

Wait really? Hmm I've got to play around with that. I love the 60D. It really is an amazing camera. I need to get myself some prime lenses though.

The one thing I miss though that my old point and shoot can do very very well is putting the lens right up to the glass and taking a shot of coral only inches away. With my dlsr it seems the focus rang is almost always over a foot away and that makes avoiding catching glass reflection harder.

I try and always keep my point and shoot close by for that reason.

Micah
]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2011 23:53:15 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=438850&title=cameras#438850 <![CDATA[cameras : Oh and as for DSLR Canon or NIKON...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=438702&title=cameras#438702 Author: Tanuki
Subject: 52066
Posted: November 07 2011 at 10:05am

Oh and as for DSLR Canon or NIKON unless you are moving to the realm of Hasselblad's. ]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2011 10:05:56 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=438702&title=cameras#438702 <![CDATA[cameras : I love using my underwater camera,...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=438698&title=cameras#438698 Author: Tanuki
Subject: 52066
Posted: November 07 2011 at 9:57am

I love using my underwater camera, but here are the pros and cons:

Pros:

Great for shooting corals
I can't take good shots through my acrylic for some reason
very clear images
close ups are close ups

Cons:
It is hard to see exactly what your image will look like when you arent looking at the LED Screen
Fish are sometimes more startled by the camera (though most of mine like to pose for me)

Example of coral shot:


And here is a fish:

]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:57:29 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=438698&title=cameras#438698 <![CDATA[cameras : I am interested in getting a new...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=52066&PID=438695&title=cameras#438695 Author: radar
Subject: 52066
Posted: November 07 2011 at 9:43am

I am interested in getting a new lens for Christmas.  I have a Canon 60D.  What would people suggest for great tank shots.  A lens for close ups and a lens that would be good for full tank pics.
Thanks,
Daryl
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