Digital camera - any suggestions??

[muss60]

I'm looking at buying a new digital camera, specifically to be able to take pictures of my tank. Without blowing the budget totally - does anyone have a recommendation for a good brand and what specs should I look for specifically?

 

[MCary]

Here's an excellent site for taking tank picture. It covers camera choices, lenses (if removable), adjustments, and post processing. Check it out.

http://www.ximinasphotography.com/lessons/index.html

Mike

 

[spongebob lover]

Blazer88(Rick) uses a Canon Rebel XT with 100mm F/2.8 macro lens.
and he takes very awesome pictures dood.... just check his thread may be he can help you a little.

http://www.reeffrontiers.com/forums/showthread.php?p=214707#post214707

you can also ask Sherman, he also takes very awesome pictures, so i think he could help you with what to buy

 

[muss60]

WOW - thanks for the information and those pics sure are amazing.
Appreciate the help.

 

[Krish]

Check this thread. Matt had a similar question lately

http://www.reeffrontiers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18792

 

[mattseattle]

yeah, but i broke the bank on my purchase....

 

[muss60]

no doubt! i just checked them out on the internet; and the next best choice would be..........?

 

[burning2nd]

Sony Cybershot DSC-H5 7.2MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilization Zoom

should give you nice close up in macro mode. for under 450$

 

[mattseattle]

no doubt! i just checked them out on the internet; and the next best choice would be..........?

Depends on if you want an SLR or if you want a point and shoot. Also, depends on if you want a certain brand or if you are open to anything. I am partial to Nikons but I also like Canons and Olympus. The Nikon D50, D70 and D80 are great cameras. I also looked at the Canon XT and XTi and also great cameras.

If you just want something to take a picture of your tank every so often then I'd probably buy an inexpensive point and shoot and you can get one of those for 200 - 400.00.

 

[Blazer88]

I have always heard good things about the Canon S2 or S3. Those are know to have a great macro capability.

 

[NaH2O]

I have the Canon G3 and love it! I think they're up to the G6 though. You might be able to find one of the eariler G series for cheaper.

 

[muss60]

I knew I'd get great answers here, THANK YOU ALL!