uganda Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I have recently been asked for advice about which camera to buy – preferably one with interchangeable lenses, good for photo and video.The budget is @£700 – or equivalent, as it maybe bought in the USA (Los Angeles)Any suggestions would be appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Allison J Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Well, don't laugh but the Nikon 1 V1 [the V2 may become heavily discounted soon but there is not a huge difference in IQ ] is really worth considering. One inch sensors have now become "de rigeur" after the laughter died down when Nikon introduced the "1" system. They punch above their weight, have some v good lenses, have really good autofocus, well built and small and are "good for photo and video". The V1 is on Alamy's acceptable camera list. You can buy a Nikon V1 with kit lens for about £250-£300 new which leaves some money to spare...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lastrega Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Have a look at the Nikon D7100, you'd certainly get the body for around that price now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inchiquin Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 I am absolutely delighted with my Sony NEX6. The more I use the more I like it. £450 with the 16-50mm lens. Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dov makabaw Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Is this to be used professionally or for leisure? A bit more information would be helpful. dov Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Gaffen Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 A second hand Canon 5D Mk II would be just about doable, with you budget. Probably the back only. But, it is a very capable SLR and will shoot HDR video as well! You might have to compromise on condition somewhat to get one in you budget range. I own one myself and I have been very pleased with its' performance and the quality of image it can produce. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zigzagmtart Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 Just about any brand will deliver good images. A better recommendation would be to pick up and actually handle several different brands/models and get the one that fits best. I shoot Pentax because the ergonomics are the best I could find for my particular hands and needs. Far better a camera you love to hold and use than one that is popular or recommended by someone else. YMMV Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Brook Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 You (or your colleague) needs to draw up a list of priorities, and what you are prepared to sacrifice. One of the best buys at the moment for under £700 is a Nikon D5300 with a 18-55mm kit lens. This camera has the same sensor as a D7100 (24mp with no a low pass filter). So probably the best cropped sensor camera for landscape work. But not so good for clothes or interiors. Other disadvantages: ergonomics are not the best, the viewfinder isn't great, it's not weather sealed and you can't use older Nikon lenses. http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/nikon-d5300 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Having posted this I just checked current prices for the D7100. Avoiding the grey market you can now get a body for a little over £800. Of course with a lens and bits and bobs, this will be over £1000. But it lacks some of the disadvantages of the D5300 mentioned above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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