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Nikon D5100Entry-level DSLR $650 - $749 body only $600 - $750 with 18-55mm lens |
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Nikon D7000Entry-level DSLR $1,097 body only $1,227 with 55-200mm lens |
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Nikon D300SPro DSLR $1,700 body only $2,547 - $4,295 with 18-200mm lens |
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I haven't used that Sigma lens, nor have I read about it. I do own three Sigma lenses myself, 1 of which I don't like at all (a cheap 70-300), I have a 30mm f/1.4 which is ok, and a 28mm f/1.8 which I like.
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In my reading of reviews of various lenses I often found reviewers stating that "....Lens was slow in focusing.." specially for lens which higher f-Stop. It made me infer that may be less light leading to focus issues.
The SIGMA lens I referred to is being sold at AMAZON ( http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PGXEGA/ref=cm_rdp_product ), I believe when you say that you are not familiar you meant you have not used or ?
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1. No, having a lower f-stop does not improve the focus or quality. A lower f-stop does two things: it lets in more light, allowing you to attain a faster shutter speed (to avoid blur for example), and it narrows the depth of field enabling you to blur the background for example. See Snapsort's article on wide aperture lenses.
2. Yes, I think 3rd party lenses are great value.
3. I've never heard of a 3rd party lens damaging a camera.
4. I'm not familiar with that lens, but having a range like that in one lens would be very convenient and would be a great all around lens, I'd definitely recommend that type of focal length range to a new amateur DSLR user.
5. I'm not sure which of those macro lenses will help you focus better, sorry. Typically the main attribute people look for in a macro lens how large the subject will be in the image compared to real life (which is determined by how close you can focus and the magnification of the lens).
However with you answer at least I am now clear that D90 will be the body for me.
Few more questions pertaining to lens
-Does having a lens with lower f-stop (2.8,..) improve the focus and quality?
-Should I consider 3rd party lens SIGMA/TAMRON for the same focal length and fstop?
-Are there any chances that 3rd party lens can damage Camera ?
-Would you recommend Sigma 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM IF Lens? it kinda gives me a range to start with!
As I told before that I have interest in Macro and macro of flying Bees/Insects intrigues me and hence made me start thinking about Autofocus capabilities. which of the macro lens you have mentioned will help me focus better.
I know its too many questions in a single frame.
Appreciate you for the time and response.
) Shiva
Overall I think the D90 would be a great camera for you.
The D300 (and D300s) are basically the same camera as the D90 but for Pros, and have some subtle advantages including focus points as you mentioned. Yes, the D300(s) will have much better focusing than the D90, partly due to more focus points (allowing you to be more precise about where to focus), and due to having a more advanced focusing system (CAM3500 vs CAM1000). In fact I think the D300(s) have the same focus system as the D700 and D3(s).
I think the more advanced focus system would be important if you are photographing fast action (say animals, cars, or sports events), or photographing moving subjects in low light (say weddings). You mentioned macro and landscape, which makes me think the D90's focusing might be more than good enough.
For landscape lenses, I'd suggest a good start would be the Nikon 18-55mm AF-S lens, or if you want a bit wider, consider the Nikon 16-35mm f/4G AF-S or Nikon 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G AF-S.
For macro, both the Nikon 60mm f/2.8D and the Nikon 105mm f/2.8G are well regarded.
I will be new entry into the DSLR segment. I have been trying to learn photography using knowledge from internet/Books and my A620 camera.
However recently have been facing limitations in my camera hence planning for a DSLR.
Interest: Macro and Landscape.
Budget: 1500$(Max) on body.
I have read your comparision of cameras and seems D90 is recommeded for my budget.
While reading details about cameras I believe Autofocus-points are something to be concerned about.
D90 has 11 AF-point(1 cross-type) compared to 51 (15 cross-type). Please let know if having more AF-Points leads to better Auto Focus?
Also request you to recommend the lens for Nikon for my interest.
Thanks
Shiva