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Random picture from a newbie and some advice needed

  • 04-04-2010 2:14pm
    #1
    skids
    Registered Users Posts: 11 ✭


    4469013159_c69c9f7549_o.jpg

    I took and edited that shot week with my €99 8.1MP AA battery Kodak and Flikr and was pretty happy with how it was recieved by some family and friends.

    I was just wondering what photography enthusiasts thought of it, and if possible could you guys suggest some possible cameras for me (on a tight student budget) to purchase? Any tips for me to continue developing photography as a hobby of mine would also be greatly appreciated


Comments

  • #2
    patrick74
    Closed Accounts Posts: 43 ✭patrick74


    Im a beginner too and bought a nikon d70 dslr on ebay
    last [email]summer@350euros....most[/email] people suggested to me
    to get the d40....but anyhow a nikon or canon will
    do.If you want go get into photography get a dslr
    and learn how to use it off the net and forums.Takes
    time to understand everything and learn about the
    controls but worth it after a few weeks.

    Thats my two cents.:)


  • #3
    Heebie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,302 ✭✭✭Heebie


    I like the shot.. it's got interesting colors in the reflections.

    Can we see a reflection of the photographer in the glass too?


  • #4
    dazftw
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,728 ✭✭✭dazftw


    Your off to a good start!

    Its very original and aesthetically pleasing.

    Network with your people: https://www.builtinireland.ie/



  • #5
    Thecageyone
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,756 ✭✭✭Thecageyone


    Cool image, it'd make a good desktop wallpaper :cool:


    I used a cheap Fuji bridge camera for a year, to get used to manual controls. That should be your first step if you really want to move up/improve. Learn how to control exposure/aperture and ISO settings.

    Look around on used sites, like adverts.ie.

    What exactly is your budget?

    No point buying a dslr unless you're willing to fight through the frutrations all n00bs face. You won't get great pictures right off, you'll get more crap than good if anything, so long as you learn from every mistake though - you'll find you're getting more good than bad after a while.

    I recently upgraded to an entry level dslr [Sony A200] I got a good deal through adverts, couple of lenses, remote shutter release, couple of filters and 2 books on the camera for €300. You will find cheaper, older cameras. Just ignore the MP count, there's cameras like Canon 30ds going for less than €300 with kit lens + bag etc ...

    Just be prepared to read a lot of articles, and ask a lot of questions in forums, just like this one. It's a great hobby, but like any, you have to work at it to improve and fully enjoy.


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