kronos twin Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 I'd like to begin archiving my collection, and as part of the community, i'd like to start sharing photos of my own pieces, but alas, luddite that I am, I have no camera to do this deed. Any suggestions on a nice, reasonably priced camera that could get the job done? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 What do you call reasonably priced? http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/compare.asp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ifly65 Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Canon Rebel DSLR...12 megapix. They arent too expensive either, not much more than a good point and shoot. Then get a good Canon or Tamron Macro lens (on my wish list thanks to this site). You can make a cheap soft box with flourescant tubes or curly flourescant bulbs surrounded by a white sheet or T. Here is a link to my watch pics shot with a Canon 10D DSLR, 50mm, 35-80mm, Canon lenses with 2x converter. First pics are of a ladies DJ, Scroll down past comments to see more pics of my Blue TT: http://www.rwg.cc/members/index.php?showto...&hl=ifly_65 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pugwash Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 Canon Rebel DSLR...12 megapix. They arent too expensive either, not much more than a good point and shoot. Then get a good Canon or Tamron Macro lens (on my wish list thanks to this site). I'm not sure that's the best advice, to be honest. A Canon EOS (or any DSLR) is the sort of thing I'd recommend to someone with a bit of experience. A decent SLR and decent lens is distinctly not cheap. You're better off with any of the big-brand point-and-shoot cameras or one of the decent bridge cameras if you want to learn more. Starting on a DSLR is like learning to drive in a tuned race car with adjustable suspension and gearing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllergyDoc Posted December 12, 2008 Report Share Posted December 12, 2008 (edited) I've taken most of my watch pictures with my little Fuji Finepix F11. 6 megapixels and an excellent macro mode. I shoot my shots at 2 mp. 10 or 12 is unnecessary. Because it's so small, it's easy to handhold and so I rarely dig out my tripod and Nikon DSLR. These aren't "fine art" shots, but they're fast and easy, and decently good. My camera is an old model. New models will force you to buy 10+ mp. Again, overkill. Look around the site Pug linked. Read up a bit. Also, I have an inexpensive copy of Photoshop Elements. Easy to resize, crop, color correct, and has a fantastic ability to sharpen pics w/very natural look. Edited December 12, 2008 by AllergyDoc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddy333 Posted December 13, 2008 Report Share Posted December 13, 2008 Within reason, the camera does not matter -- any digital point & shoot with at least 4 megapixels & a macro (close-up) function will do. Your ability to learn & master YOUR camera's features are far more important (in being able to produce great pictures) than the camera itself. Buy whichever camera you like & READ THE MANUAL. Then practice taking LOTS of pictures until shooting comes naturally (think of how much better you can drive a car when you do not have to remember where the brake is or how much the steering wheel affects the tracking of the front wheels). Learn how to compose pictures & how lighting effects the objects in them. There are many tutorials online (some on RWG). A skilled photographer with the world's cheapest camera can always produce great pictures. An unskilled newbie with the world's greatest camera will not. Me, I use a cheap Canon point & shoot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
repfreak Posted December 13, 2008 Report Share Posted December 13, 2008 hw's canon g10 like? I can get it rather cheap in Singapore for around usd510... Just asking for opinions before I pull the trigger.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwhitesox Posted December 13, 2008 Report Share Posted December 13, 2008 The G10 is a great camera...Pretty much anything by Canon is above average at worst. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolfire Posted December 13, 2008 Report Share Posted December 13, 2008 Within reason, the camera does not matter -- any digital point & shoot with at least 4 megapixels & a macro (close-up) function will do. Your ability to learn & master YOUR camera's features are far more important (in being able to produce great pictures) than the camera itself. Buy whichever camera you like & READ THE MANUAL. Then practice taking LOTS of pictures until shooting comes naturally (think of how much better you can drive a car when you do not have to remember where the brake is or how much the steering wheel affects the tracking of the front wheels). Learn how to compose pictures & how lighting effects the objects in them. There are many tutorials online (some on RWG). A skilled photographer with the world's cheapest camera can always produce great pictures. An unskilled newbie with the world's greatest camera will not. This is the best advice anyone starting out can heed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HauteHippie Posted December 13, 2008 Report Share Posted December 13, 2008 Great advice from Freddy... As far as cameras, I can tell you as someone who dislikes point shoot pics most of the time, that the Canon G10 at low ISO settings is really a very impressive machine.... So I'll second or third or whatever we're up to the G10 recommendation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siesta181 Posted December 13, 2008 Report Share Posted December 13, 2008 I have a DSLR and I shoot crappy photos. Its all about knowing the settings and lighting. The latter plays a very big part in how the pictures turn out. Any of the entry level DSLR from the major players will do. Cheers Siesta181 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
promotersf Posted December 13, 2008 Report Share Posted December 13, 2008 I agree, having a high end camera but not knowing how to properly use it is...a waste. I take better photos with my point and click than with my Canon 40D...and even though the girlfriend does take good photos with her nifty Nikon D300, she actually had more consistent photos with her Nikon D30 at 25% of the cost. Go figure... I think taking photos is an art that you just need to take the time to master...I see so many GREAT photos from our members that I enjoy thoroughly. dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cableguy Posted December 13, 2008 Report Share Posted December 13, 2008 I use a canon g9 before that I used a canon sd300 before that I used to shoot professionally with a canon 10D and about $5000.00 in lenses. I find for most everything (travel, and watches alike) the G9 does a great job. The G10 is the newer model. Id recommend it Good luck in your search. do a search for digital camera reviews the 1st 2 hits should have comparisons dpreview and another site. Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jchurch Posted December 13, 2008 Report Share Posted December 13, 2008 I use an old 300d they can be picked up super cheap. It looks like this... It makes it a little hard to get a self wrist shot though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kronos twin Posted December 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2008 This is great information, friend. Thank you. Given my inexperience with professional photography, I will go with a reliable point and click camera with good resolution. Perhaps in time, I will evolve into a decent photographer. Again, many thanks. BTW Nice BBK AllergyDoc! and Nice Graham's as well to you and jchurch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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