Originally Posted by Rachit.K.Dogra (Post 2663641)

Hi Guys,

I am in big trouble. I am planning to buy a DSLR.
Two options:
1) Canon 550D.
2) Nikon D5100.


My head says canon as it is cheaper and has some advantages over the nikon one. My heart says nikon as I have used a nikon d3000 for a month. I like the interface plus what I have read is that Nikon has slightly better picture quality and low light performance.

I am newbie and want to explore photography. But I have used the Nikon d3000 in manual mode for a month.

Some questions:
1) Is Nikon better picture quality and better low light performance worth extra 10K?
2) Canon has an advantage in terms of an inbuilt motor for autofocusing lenses. Are there good and cheap lenses which does not have autofocussing motors for canon. if yes please share some examples.
3) Nikon stocks seem to be a big problem as because of thailand floods there production is hit. Please share any please where I can find some good deals on Nikon.
4) Movie Modes is not much of criteria for me. I am looking more in terms of Still Photography.

Please share suggestions early as the deadline for offer on ebay lasts till tomorrow.

Thanks in advance

Originally Posted by Rachit.K.Dogra (Post 2663641)

Hi Guys,

I am in big trouble. I am planning to buy a DSLR.
Two options:
1) Canon 550D.
2) Nikon D5100.

My head says canon as it is cheaper and has some advantages over the nikon one.

2) Canon has an advantage in terms of an inbuilt motor for autofocusing lenses. Are there good and cheap lenses which does not have autofocussing motors for canon. if yes please share some examples.

Please share suggestions early as the deadline for offer on ebay lasts till tomorrow.

Thanks in advance

Originally Posted by amrisharm (Post 2664653)

This exact question was asked in another photography related thread and this is what i wrote taking into account what i had read in the jan issue of "better photography" mag.

Quote:
Originally Posted by crackparag
Hi Guys,

I am looking to buy a digital slr camera and my budget is around 40k. Need inputs on what will be the best bet. Mind you, I am a beginner and have absolutely no clue on photography. All that I am familiar with are these sony point and shoot cameras.

Must say, I liked the looks of the Nikon D5100 , is that a good camera?
:

I have a copy of "better photography" jan 2012 edition where they have listed the top 30 cameras based on each and every budget starting from Rs. 5,000 all the way up to 5.25 lakhs. and this is what the mag says about the following models you are considering


Canon EOS 550D released Feb 2010

"Who should buy it? A canon D7 user who wants a backup body.

Why: While the image quality is not the best in its class it can be a true performer when paired with good quality lenses."

Nikon D5100 released April 2011

"Who should buy it: Hoddyists who demand good quality image quality at ISO 6400 (this basically means good performance in low light).

why: its image quality is as good as the much more expenisve Nikon D7000. Drawback listed was that it is not compatable with non-AF-S lenses. It is the best DSLR under Rs. 50,000."

After reading the above, and also considering the Nikon D5100 is the newer of the two, i would pick the nikon. Supply constraints that you have mentioned should start to stabilise in the coming months.

"

Originally Posted by W.A.G.7 (Post 2664702)

Go with your head on this one. I would suggest go in for the Canon. (Even though I have the Nikon D5000). The main advantage is that you will get a horde of lenses available for the Canon. Lenses for Nikon are there; but if you go for Nikon lenses, they are costly and few; if you go for third party lenses there are some limited options available for Nikon (those that will autofocus).

Since the Nikon won't autofocus (no inbuilt motor), this seriously restricts the choice of lenses. The Canon also won't have an inbuilt motor, but the advantage is that the EF lenses may have an inbuilt motor themselves (Canon experts, please clarify). So you will get a huge choice of lenses as compared to the Nikon.

Originally Posted by Rachit.K.Dogra (Post 2665066)

Hi Guys,

Got the Nikon D5100 today. I got it for 41,500 on Credit Card.
I know the price is slightly higher but these days it is hard to find Nikon DSLRs so I am happy that I could find one.

Thanks everybody for your suggestions and advices.

CHEERS

Originally Posted by bluevolt (Post 2665101)

From which outlet you got it?

Originally Posted by Rachit.K.Dogra (Post 2665116)

On a side note. I dont see your Ninja250R in your signature.

Originally Posted by bluevolt (Post 2665157)

Off Topic

:D You misunderstood.

Rahul Chokravarti = XBHP's bluevolt who owns the Ninja. I am Anmol Sharma = Team-BHP's bluevolt:uncontrol.

Originally Posted by wildsdi5530 (Post 2666780)

I was recently in Delhi and at every metro station, I was pulled up as my D3100 appeared to be an automatic pistol to the security guys. Thank god I did not take my tripod. Does this happen to everyone?

Originally Posted by wildsdi5530 (Post 2666780)

I was recently in Delhi and at every metro station, I was pulled up as my D3100 appeared to be an automatic pistol to the security guys. Thank god I did not take my tripod. Does this happen to everyone?

Originally Posted by _raVan_ (Post 2667359)

Has anyone heard about the macro lens adapter/converter kit? I came across 2 different friends recommending the same to convert a normal lens into macro lens or something.

Originally Posted by clevermax (Post 2667634)

There is DCR250 macro converter which can be fixed to any lens.

Originally Posted by _raVan_ (Post 2667359)

Has anyone heard about the macro lens adapter/converter kit? ....