blue9iron Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 There's a Canon 600d in the classified ads at the moment I've had one and it's a good camera. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarang Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Fuji X100. Amazing little camera. ---------- Post added 27-01-2015 at 15:30 ---------- http://www.harrisoncameras.co.uk/pd/Used-Fuji-X100-Black-Digital-Camera---Limited-Edition-Kit_USED-21R01014.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doom bringer Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 bought my camera from this forum used and its been great and now im a big fan of PENTAX and have since bought many lenses and other kit .. you can get many a great photo from the kit 18-55mm but if you ever fancy wildlife or birds realy look for a min of a 300mm zoom lens kit .. my flicker as you can see I also love walking and a good landscape https://www.flickr.com/photos/sheffieldcity/ would totaly agree with many above get to a camera shop and test some out not only for looks feel but also to try out the settings menus and functions .. I used a Nikon once and hated it ..calm down not saying they are good or bad but it just felt not right for me . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banjodeano Posted January 27, 2015 Author Share Posted January 27, 2015 Thanks for all the help and info guys, i am not really wanting to get a compact, i want to get something that gives me the chance to experiment, i had a Pentax me back in the days of film, and would love to get back in to the camera again, i go out walking a lot and would have loads of opportunities to get some great scenic shots, although i am not that keen on shooting wildlife, so a zoom would not be a priority, but i like the look of distortion that you can get with a wide angle lens, so perhaps a standard lens and 18-55.? i would also be wary about buying second hand.? i will have to go and have a feel of them in the shops, but i think the Nikon d5300 has caught my eye Edit.....wow stunning pics doom bringer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doom bringer Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Thanks for all the help and info guys, i am not really wanting to get a compact, i want to get something that gives me the chance to experiment, i had a Pentax me back in the days of film, and would love to get back in to the camera again, i go out walking a lot and would have loads of opportunities to get some great scenic shots, although i am not that keen on shooting wildlife, so a zoom would not be a priority, but i like the look of distortion that you can get with a wide angle lens, so perhaps a standard lens and 18-55.? i would also be wary about buying second hand.? i will have to go and have a feel of them in the shops, but i think the Nikon d5300 has caught my eye Edit.....wow stunning pics doom bringer sure you will find something to your likeing around that price range .. and soon get to grips with any settings.. even starting out with af and full auto mode settings you can capture som great images and memmories .. if you have facebook join and check out this group many walkers and landscape photography lovers .. we also have meet ups with like minded folk to do a walk and take some photos .. very down to earth people and not photography snobs https://www.facebook.com/groups/naturewatchuk/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
banjodeano Posted January 27, 2015 Author Share Posted January 27, 2015 sure you will find something to your likeing around that price range .. and soon get to grips with any settings.. even starting out with af and full auto mode settings you can capture som great images and memmories .. if you have facebook join and check out this group many walkers and landscape photography lovers .. we also have meet ups with like minded folk to do a walk and take some photos .. very down to earth people and not photography snobs https://www.facebook.com/groups/naturewatchuk/ thanks...i am on FB and will join, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarang Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 (edited) Thanks for all the help and info guys, i am not really wanting to get a compact, i want to get something that gives me the chance to experiment, i had a Pentax me back in the days of film, and would love to get back in to the camera again, i go out walking a lot and would have loads of opportunities to get some great scenic shots, although i am not that keen on shooting wildlife, so a zoom would not be a priority, but i like the look of distortion that you can get with a wide angle lens, so perhaps a standard lens and 18-55.? i would also be wary about buying second hand.? i will have to go and have a feel of them in the shops, but i think the Nikon d5300 has caught my eye Edit.....wow stunning pics doom bringer Don't make the mistake of overlooking the Fuji as "just a compact" it's a remarkably capable camera,one of the greatest cameras of all time to be honest. I personally wouldn't have a 5300 or any other mid-range Canikon, you might "feel" like a photographer using a DSLR but the truth is the x100 with its X-trans sensor and gorgeous Fujinon glass is a truly excellent tool, Also, with pretty much every DSLR type camera you'll have to take a bag every time you go out, the Fuji will fit in your pocket,so you'll use it more and get better shots long term, Lastly as you say you come from a film background, the Fuji has all the filters for its classic film "looks", I personally only shoot with my own settings but the Velvia and Monochrome filters are very nice, (edit) My personal very favourite thing about the x100 is that with it's leaf shutter it has the option to be completely silent, I love this about it,it is incredibly useful for street work, The viewfinder is work of art, you have to use it to fully appreciate what a little marvel it is, The only real downside is the manual focusing could be a little faster, Hobby, Mullins Arias If you absolutely have to "feel" like a photographer, I'd highly recommend this, My nephew and my mate both bought them on my recommendation, and both are really happy with them, it's a great budget camera, Don't bother with the kit lenses though as they are utterly hopeless. http://www.harrisoncameras.co.uk/pd/Nikon-D3300-Black-DSLR-Camera-Body_VBA390AE.htm http://www.harrisoncameras.co.uk/pd/Nikon-35mm-f18G-AF-S-DX-Lens_JAA132DA.htm The Fuji X100 is in another league though. Edited January 28, 2015 by sarang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickey finn Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 I would visit a camera shop such as Harrison's on London Road and explain what I was going to use the camera for. Bridge cameras and the better compact cameras are very versatile and may satisfy your needs plus being cheaper than an SLR and extra lens. They would also be more compact and lighter. Then when you have found one go to Jessops and buy it as they are better on price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fruitbat1968 Posted January 28, 2015 Share Posted January 28, 2015 there is a Nikon camera rep works in jessops meadowhall on a Saturdays pop in and see him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spacebadger Posted January 29, 2015 Share Posted January 29, 2015 ....back in the days of film.... It's still the days of film as far as I'm concerned, £500 would buy you an insane amount of kit and film, and it's a great time to do it. Get yourself over to this place, massive choice of serviced cameras and lenses: http://www.realcamera.co.uk/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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