The DSLR Information Thread

[codename47]

@highway Ranger : Yes I know they are in production Saw last week at DSE australia

@ Jayadev, People always look for HIGHER MPX when they don't really know about the builds.

 

[zengetz]

I'm fairly new to the SLR world and picked up the D3100 yesterday after a lot of reading. Picked it from Reliance World for Rs.29995.
My first pic ;)

 

[smooth rider]

i have to settle for canon 1100 as nikon 3100 is out of stock here. will get it tomorrow.

 

[codename47]

I used my mate's Canon 60 D yeah it was quiet nice

 

[codename47]

I am thinking to sell my Canon 1000D and 18-55mm lens

I am not selling my ultrasonic Canon 28-135mm lens

So am thinking now to buy another body after 1000D is sold. what would you recommend
Canon 550/600D ?

 

[tornado78]

Wow finally a thread which has all the information required on photography and cameras.
Will be buying a new camera soon.
Will post my requirements and ask all of you get back on that , let me finish my first round of market survey to shortlost the cameras.

 

[codename47]

Alright bought home today Canon 550D ( sold Canon 1000d with 18-55mm)

using my old 35-135mm ultrasonic lens

 

[jayadev]

I'm fairly new to the SLR world and picked up the D3100 yesterday after a lot of reading. Picked it from Reliance World for Rs.29995.
My first pic ;)

Baby steps for learning DSLR is ..

1. Avoid flash.

2.Forget Auto mode.


else there is no difference between Ps and DSLR camera.

 

[Highway Ranger]

@ jayadev, I have seen some cool diffusers for built-in flash, which can be fixed to the hot shoe on the net.
Puffer - Pop-Up Flash Diffuser - Flash Diffusers

Do you have any idea about that?

 

[jayadev]

@ jayadev, I have seen some cool diffusers for built-in flash, which can be fixed to the hot shoe on the net.


Do you have any idea about that?

I have bought a diffuser long ago and sparingly used, the reason: they are not at all useful for normal Photography.
they tend to reduce the exposure by more than 3 stops which means you either you need larger aperture or need to play with higher iso rating compromising picture quality.

best option is diy card board diffusers (white visiting cards)and reflectors.

It is just a general advice from my own experience for beginners and amateurs.

diffusers are worth for studio or lab like conditions or else if you know about it really well.

 

[Highway Ranger]

I don't generally use flash. Where I work, we have a setup with good soft boxes.

I was interested in this diffuser, for my D90, for occasions where family/friends gather indoor/night where the use of built-in flash throw harsh light, which spoils the whole picture.

 

[jayadev]

I don't generally use flash. Where I work, we have a setup with good soft boxes.

I was interested in this diffuser, for my D90, for occasions where family/friends gather indoor/night where the use of built-in flash throw harsh light, which spoils the whole picture.

So i believe you Know what is it all about photography and flash (in depth).


I will prefer some improvisation any day over a diffuser or bounce it.

You might have noticed those Pro Photographers in live shows using tissue paper,hanky ,visiting cards, cigarette packets and what not..all of them have different reflection coefficients and serve well.

 

[Highway Ranger]

I know the visiting card trick. But I thought this might look more professional.

 

[jayadev]

I know the visiting card trick. But I thought this might look more professional.

For the looks you should buy it.

 

[Highway Ranger]

With your vast experience you can help newbies to DSLR how to take better pictures and improve their skills.

I have started a thread where people can post their pictures and experts like you can show them ways of improving their output.
http://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/gadgets-more/5866-dslr-how-make-your-photos-stand-out.html

Why don't you give some tips on DOP, Flash usage, HDR, night photography, metering - which to use for what occations, exposure compensation, fine tuning the camera settings,ISO, when to use aperture priority, when to use shutter priority,etc.