djgritt
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I'm in the market for a new Camera - I currently use a Fujifilm S4000 Bridge, which is coming up to 2yrs old.
I have always had Fujifilm Cameras, and get on with them well - I fancy a change as my S4000 is too slow to react/capture when photographing moving objects etc, and sometimes images don't seem as good as they could be. Also, annoyingly, it runs on AA Batteries, which gets expensive, especially over weekend-long events!
I have been considering going for a Fujifilm XS-1, one of their newer 'Pro/Enthusiast' Cameras ( http://www.fujifilm.eu/uk/products/digital-cameras/pro-enthusiast/model/x-s1/ )
However, the cost of this model brings it right into some 'Starter' DSLR price ranges, so am also considering doing the change to one of those...
I am after something that will produce good crisp images, is able to provide a decent Zoom, and (one of my personal Must Haves) the ability to do quick continuous/burst shots - ideally for capturing images of motorsport etc, and finally, an inclusive rechargeable battery.
I'm not very clued up on jargon such as ISO, Aperture etc, so to start with I'll likely be relying on Auto settings until I learn more about using the equipment and what changes have what effects etc.
I can get the Fujifilm unit for around £400, so this is the rough budget I am looking at. I could take that up to around £500 if I decide to go for a DSLR (+ extra Zoom Lens and a basic carry kit)
Suggestions and/or advice anyone?
[Edited on 18-01-2013 by djgritt]
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Balling
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You need to clue your self up on aperture, ISO etc. because that's basically what your decision boils down to.
A big aperture (ie. a low f. value) will let in more light and give less depth of field. Typically a zoom lens with a large aperture will be expensive.
Compacts tend to have bigger apertures at full zoom than entry level DSLR lenses, which means they'll be less dependent on lots of lighting.
On the other hand, DSLR's typically have bigger sensors making them less prone to ISO noise. Now ISO you can use to boost your lighting at the cost of noise, effectively ironing out some of the disadvantages of a smaller aperture (bigger f. value).
So you see, your decision can not be made without you taking the time to learn these terms and figuring out how they'll affect the type of photography you want to do.
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djgritt
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Thanks. Will have to keep researching...
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djgritt
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Eventually bought a Canon EOS 600D with 18-55 & 55-250mm Lenses.
A friend has this setup and I was happy enough with it when I used it for a short while, so decided to get the same for myself.
Will be using it for the first time in a week or so at Brands Hatch, so will see what the outcome is...
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