What camera should I rent to take some quality photographs for a portfolio?

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Question by Ess: What camera should I rent to take some quality photographs for a portfolio?
I want to rent a digital camera SLR that would give me quality digital shots. I want to use it to take shots for my portfolio because I cannot afford to buy a new one. Any suggestions?

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Answer by Perki88
A Nikon or Canon DSLR should be fine. A nice prime lens 50 – 65mm should be great for head shots,BUT lighting is what makes great portraits so a 3 – 4 studio light system and light meter will be imperative. The you will need some schooling on how to use them.

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5 Essential iOS Apps for Photographers

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5 Essential iOS Apps for Photographers
By Dave Johnson, PCWorld May 7, 2012 8:00 PM My friends call me a camera snob because I prefer digital SLRs and typically turn my nose up at camera phones. But lately, I've fallen in love with my iPhone's camera; more and more, I find myself snapping …
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Plugged In: To go big, go home and get your wallets
Full-frame digital cameras use large sensors with the same dimensions as classic 35-mm film, 24-by-36 mm. In contrast, almost all dSLR cameras are based on the smaller, APS-C sensor, whose area is slightly less than half the size of a full-frame sensor …
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Best budget DSLR for 2011?

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Question by : Best budget DSLR for 2011?
I’m looking to get a DSLR for myself toward christmas and I don’t have much money. I’m looking for a $ 200-350(AU) DSLR with a high shutter speed so I can take some stop motion/melanie iglesias type photos. Any ideas?

Cheers,
Visura.

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Answer by George Hendo
$ 2-300 aud are you serious? The cheapest canon the 1000D starts at 599 and that’s a fairly basic dslr even for a starter. You will need around $ 950- $ 1250 to get a decent starter dslr

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Difference in Nikon Digital SLR Cameras?

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Question by jcueland: Difference in Nikon Digital SLR Cameras?
I would like to buy a Nikon Digital SLR Camera. However, I don’t know which one will meet my needs. All I want is a camera that will take the highest quality photo without me having to do anything. In other words, I’m not an avid photographer and I want a camera to do all the work for me – but I don’t want to overpay for features I don’t need.

I currently have an Nikon N60 which I’m happy with. However, sometimes when I take action shots (e.g. someone playing sports) the camera doesn’t always shoot as quickly as I would want. So, I may want a camera that is better and taking action photos.

I’ve looked at the Nikon website that compares cameras located here, but it is too technical for me:

http://www.nikonusa.com/fileuploads/pdfs/DLSR_comparison_chart_V2_060905.pdf

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Answer by dalal h
if u r a professional photographer, sure u should buy. if u want it for ur own domesticuse, a regular one does the task. try pentax,, i have a very good experience with optio s40. nikon, being made entirely in plastic had a poor make. pics were of course not bad. it is coolpix 5200. but surely pentax is wonderful.
by the way both have parallax if u use the view finder. using the lcd doesnt give the error

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What kind of digital SLR camera should I buy?

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Question by baaark: What kind of digital SLR camera should I buy?
I have a Panasonic Lumix. It’s a great non-SLR (has a built in Leica lens with 12x zoom), but its missing some things. I want to shoot in raw mode, and also would like to get something with rear curtain flash, fill flash, interchangeable lenses, and stuff of that sort. In other words, I want a digital SLR, but I don’t know what kind.

So, would be a good idea to buy a brand new low end model, like an Olympus E-500 or Nikon D-40, or a last generation top of the line, like an old Nikon D1-H, or Fujifilm S1?

I am learning photography, but want to someday be very good at it (as in possibly even professionally good). I don’t want a camera that will hold me and my creativity back.

Also, I don’t think megapixels are a huge deal, as long as I can get at least 1600-1200 photos. I mostly do online stuff, and would only usually go for a 5×7 if I printed anything out. This would be for learning purposes only.

Thank you beforehand for all the great answers. 8*)
I would also like a camera that can shoot up to 1600 ISO…

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Answer by chris k
nikon d80

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How To Get Vinyl LP From A Turntable Directly To Your iPad

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How To Get Vinyl LP From A Turntable Directly To Your iPad
The Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit, ostensibly designed to download photos and video from a digital camera to an iPad. Cost: $ 29. • Software (from the iTunes App Store). Here are two prime candidates: Apple's own GarageBand and the new FiRe 2 from …
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Further the handset is equipped with an 8 megapixel Carl Zeiss camera with auto-focus and dual LED flash, 16GB internal memory storage, 1800mAh battery, NFC functionality, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, SkyDrive integration, Internet Explorer 9 …
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Will lenses from older Nikon SLR cameras fit the newer digital slr cameras?

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Question by NONAME: Will lenses from older Nikon SLR cameras fit the newer digital slr cameras?
I have an older Nikon F SLR camera with several lenses and I was curious if these lenses will mount on the newer digital SLR’s

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Answer by CGIV76
I was told that if the lens is automatic, it will fit, but the focal length will be different. I have my doubts. Check with a camera store, or call Nikon to be on the safe side.

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How to safely photograph the solar 'ring of fire' eclipse

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screen design | the photo guide
digital slr camera guide

Image by Adam Foster | Codefor
Unfortunately I haven’t had time to take any photos for what feels like ages =( All my time has been eaten up by Freelance and University work so I thought I would share a bit of my university work. This is a screen design for my final year project – a community driven portable photography guide for Digital SLR camera users. I am still in the early stages of development hopefully the application will be live in May so stay tuned. Some of my other work can be found at codefor.com.

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How to safely photograph the solar 'ring of fire' eclipse
Imelda Joson and Edwin Aguirre The best way to attach your digital SLR camera to the telescope is to use an appropriate T ring and T adapter for your camera brand. (Check with your local camera retailer.) Other helpful accessories include an electronic …
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Canon Mirrorless Camera Announcements Coming Soon
A second camera announcement would follow in September, if the sources are correct. The first camera has been described as an APS-C sensor mirrorless camera with image quality that approaches Canon digital SLR models. The body would ship with an …
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Nikon D90 good for Headhots and portraits?

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Question by MotorcycleRider8<3: Nikon D90 good for Headhots and portraits?
What is a good camera for portraits and headshots? Im starting a buisness for headshot and portrait photography. would a D3 be good? how about a D700? Thank you so much!!!!http://www.walmart.com/ip/Nikon-D90-Digital-Slr-Kit/10727523
Is this a good price for a D90?

Thank you!
Well from the first previous awnser i found the Canon 50d….what lens would be good with that if i just bought the bodY?

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Answer by CommandoBurton
For course! You might want a different set of lens to do it with.

I’d buy the body alone and buy better lens.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/580241-REG/Nikon_25446_D90_SLR_Digital_Camera.html

If not buy from here. They currently have the cheapest price I’ve seen.

http://www.adorama.com/INKD90A.html?sid=1279436019693233&utm_source=gbase&utm_medium=Shopping%20Site&utm_campaign=Other&utm_term=Other

Personally I’d go with the Canon 50D for that. But your choice, Nikon D90 isn’t quite as good as the 50D but is a fine camera. Nikon just hasn’t caught up yet, in time they will.

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