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The Olympus e-500 that I used to use (via Work) had this. Doesn't it just shake the CCD? Nothing miraculous about it and I am not sure how well it really cleans dust off then sensor?
Is a Nikon D40 OK for a beginner?
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The Olympus e-500 that I used to use (via Work) had this. Doesn't it just shake the CCD? Nothing miraculous about it and I am not sure how well it really cleans dust off then sensor?
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I took the aforementioned Olympus up Snowdon and it suvived me slipping a few times plus throwing my backpack down forgetting the camera was in the bag...
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I have had my D40 for 4/5 months now and have to say I love it to bits. I upgraded from a Fuji S5600 bridge camera, and am finding the learning experience so enjoyable. I feel I do have loads of things I need to learn and this camera will definately serve me well so wholly recommend it! Personally, I was in a similar dilemma but thought it more important to have some flex in being able to buy additional lens' rather than have a fancy body. First lens I have bought has been a Sigma 70-300 APO DG, which I picked up for £70 new (may not be the greatest, but am very happy with it and it allows me to zoom and do macro stuff). I am now wishing to get a 10-20 Sigma for some real wide angle stuff. So remember to save some cash for some lenses and accessories (tripod).
In case you are wondering, my many experimental photos can be found on my flickr site www.flickr.com/photos/martinturner - may give you an idea of how quickly you can get to grips with it. Main thing I have noticed is the clarity of the image over the bridge camera.
Have just bought an R72 IR filter so will be playing with that next. Be nice if there are any pals on here who would like to add me as a contact.
In case you are wondering, my many experimental photos can be found on my flickr site www.flickr.com/photos/martinturner - may give you an idea of how quickly you can get to grips with it. Main thing I have noticed is the clarity of the image over the bridge camera.
Have just bought an R72 IR filter so will be playing with that next. Be nice if there are any pals on here who would like to add me as a contact.
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Thats about the only thing it is good for
A bit harsh.
True, it works well has a door stop for example, or a stylish paperweight.
I kid, I kid
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Thats about the only thing it is good for
Although better to have a D40 and have some creative ability ....
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Although better to have a D40 and have some creative ability ....
Somebody with no creative ability will not take good shots even with a camera in the thousands.
No sure if he is respected or not but Ken Rockwell seems to think the D40 is the dogs. Me being a noob to slr has found it to be excellent especially in terms of cost as once you get the camera & lens you will also find yourself buying tripod, filter, bag, flash & books so it soon adds up.
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d40.htm
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d80.htm
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d40.htm
http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/d80.htm
I held the D40 and the D40x and i love them, but im going for the 400D as i think its a better choice in the long run expense wise.
Its a ncie camera dude, if you havnt already, take the advice given to me and go check one out!
Its a ncie camera dude, if you havnt already, take the advice given to me and go check one out!
Ken Rockwell is possibly the only person in history to successfully make love to a Nikon SLR.
He's just a touch biased.
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http://kenrockwell.com/tech/iso-comparisons/2007-10/index.htm
Is it just me or have the Nikon ones had noise reduction on? Might have been incamera but there is something dodgy going on.
Is it just me or have the Nikon ones had noise reduction on? Might have been incamera but there is something dodgy going on.
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All the colour noise is certainly gone on the D40 samples...
ken rockwell is a gigantic moron
Must admit I kinda picked up on that after reading some of his reviews.