ultimate99 Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 I have always used my camera's phone for almost everything, but now i'm looking for something dedicated. I'm not a pro but what like something decent for crisp and quick snap shot of my kids and family. I'm looking for something on the slim side, not bulky like the Nikon DSLRs. Budget CAD 300-400. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. S. Veteran Posted December 8, 2013 Veteran Share Posted December 8, 2013 I have always used my camera's phone for almost everything, but now i'm looking for something dedicated. I'm not a pro but what like something decent for crisp and quick snap shot of my kids and family. I'm looking for something on the slim side, not bulky like the Nikon DSLRs. Budget CAD 300-400. Have a look at some suggestions here. Don't know if they'll fit your budget because of the exchange rate. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596151811 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimate99 Posted March 17, 2014 Author Share Posted March 17, 2014 Forgot about this post. I'm still looking. Should I get a camera with 30-50x zoom or one that can change lens? Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596315005 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Montage Posted March 17, 2014 Share Posted March 17, 2014 Get a dSLR! Don't crap out on some silly little compact thing that within 6 months will leave you wishing you'd got a dSLR ;) TAZMINATOR, Nick H. and Draconian Guppy 3 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596315015 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger H. Veteran Posted March 17, 2014 Veteran Share Posted March 17, 2014 You can get a cheaper DSLR for the long run but if you prefer something smaller then something like a Mirrorless camera might be a good side alternative. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-nex-3nl-16-1-megapixel-digital-compact-system-camera-with-selp1650-16-50mm-zoom-lens-black/8157043.p?id=1218865165964&skuId=8157043&ref=06&loc=01&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=8157043&extensionType={adtype}:{network}&s_kwcid=PTC!pla!{keyword}!{matchtype}!{adwords_producttargetid}!{network}!{ifmobile:M}!{creative}&kpid=8157043&k_clickid=21cbe258-ad64-8c49-52e2-00004cf1f6d5 That one is supposedly good so maybe an option. You still have some of the DSLR features and you can swap lenses too. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596315121 Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. S. Veteran Posted March 17, 2014 Veteran Share Posted March 17, 2014 Probably off budget but I'm currently in love with the SONY DSC-RX100. Amazing compact camera. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596315489 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chasethebase Reporter Posted March 17, 2014 Reporter Share Posted March 17, 2014 Something something Micro 4/3s The RX100 is something special though. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596315491 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimate99 Posted March 18, 2014 Author Share Posted March 18, 2014 I'm looking at the Canon EOS Rebel T3. comments? Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596316327 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger H. Veteran Posted March 18, 2014 Veteran Share Posted March 18, 2014 Isn't that the same as the "bulky" Nikon D3200? :p Good camera however if it falls into your pricing range. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596316353 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimate99 Posted March 18, 2014 Author Share Posted March 18, 2014 max budget, though. :p Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596316367 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draconian Guppy Posted March 18, 2014 Share Posted March 18, 2014 You can get a cheaper DSLR for the long run but if you prefer something smaller then something like a Mirrorless camera might be a good side alternative. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/sony-nex-3nl-16-1-megapixel-digital-compact-system-camera-with-selp1650-16-50mm-zoom-lens-black/8157043.p?id=1218865165964&skuId=8157043&ref=06&loc=01&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=8157043&extensionType={adtype}:{network}&s_kwcid=PTC!pla!{keyword}!{matchtype}!{adwords_producttargetid}!{network}!{ifmobile:M}!{creative}&kpid=8157043&k_clickid=21cbe258-ad64-8c49-52e2-00004cf1f6d5 That one is supposedly good so maybe an option. You still have some of the DSLR features and you can swap lenses too. This seems to be a reasonable solution. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596316441 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimate99 Posted March 18, 2014 Author Share Posted March 18, 2014 I found this: http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00EA8CG3C/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A4HGVAOOP0HUN Any thoughts? Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596316653 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draconian Guppy Posted March 19, 2014 Share Posted March 19, 2014 I found this: http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00EA8CG3C/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A4HGVAOOP0HUN Any thoughts? I think your better off buying this: http://www.amazon.ca/Canon-12-2MP-Digital-18-55mm-3-5-5-6/dp/B005JSUNW8/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1395235963&sr=1-1&keywords=Canon+EOS+Rebel+T3 As usually all the accessories included are the lowest spectrum in terms of brand and quality. Have you looked at other brands? on that budget? Mirrorless perhaps? There's sony, panasonic, olypus, nikon, etc. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596318797 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimate99 Posted April 4, 2014 Author Share Posted April 4, 2014 What do you guys think of this mirrorless one? http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/sony-sony-alpha-nex3nlb-16-1mp-mirrorless-camera-with-16-50mm-lens-kit-nex3nlb/10242396.aspx?path=3579b570f78960a5742ee12db54565c7en02 Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596346545 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Montage Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 Get a cheap body DSLR, rebel will suffice, but why you prefer that over a Nikon DSLR labeling it as bulky is beyond me. Don't buy it with all that crap, it's exactly that - crap. It will come with a kit lens, which immediately will make your photos pop out much more than any little dinky toy. Get yourself a filter for the end, mostly just to protect the lens. Your next few purchases will be a prime lens and maybe something a bit beefier than the kit lens, but by no means necessary. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596346563 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimate99 Posted April 4, 2014 Author Share Posted April 4, 2014 Ah, I see. So a Canon or Nikon DSLR would be my choice. UPDATE: I'm set on the Canon T3, cheapest DSLR out there and good reviews. Dick Montage 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596346579 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roger H. Veteran Posted April 4, 2014 Veteran Share Posted April 4, 2014 Sounds good. My friend got her dad one for Christmas and he's loving it. :) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596346649 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dick Montage Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 You genuinely won't regret it! Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1191869-looking-to-replace-my-phone-camera-to-real-one/#findComment-596346659 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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