topic Re: Beginner photographer in EOS DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras

Camera recommendations for beginner photographer

Moose13 — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 14:49:07 GMT

Hi! Just putting a post up, I am a beginner, photographer, and I mostly want to capture landscape/nature photos. I have a limit of about $500-$600 to spend. Just wondering what camera would be right for me. Thanks :)) Also, any beginner tips are appreciated.🙂

Re: Beginner photographer

deebatman316 — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 00:27:20 GMT

I would recommend looking into a Canon Rebel T7. The EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 IS II lens is in both kits. You can Click Here for a new camera and lens kit. Or you can Click Here for a refurbished camera body and lens kit. Does this budget include extra batteries and memory cards too.

-Demetrius

Current Gear: EOS 5D Mark IV, EF 16-35mm F/2.8L III USM, EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM, EF 50 F/1.8 STM, EF 85mm F/1.8 USM, EF 70-200mm F/2.8L IS III USM, 430EX III-RT, 470EX-AI & 600EX II-RT

Retired Gear: EOS 40D, Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM & EF 28-135mm F/3.5-5.6 IS USM

Re: Beginner photographer

Moose13 — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 00:55:08 GMT

Thanks so much! I can spend extra for extra batteries and memory cards.

Re: Beginner photographer

deebatman316 — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 11:34:04 GMT

Stick with Full Size Class 10 32 GB SD Cards (SDHC). DO NOT USE Micro SD Cards in an Adapter these cause the most problems. Also DO NOT USE one large 128 GB SD Card. Use multiple smaller 32 or 64 GB card. Also stick with major brands such as Lexar and Sandisk. Always buy memory cards from a reputable retailer. There have been many reports of counterfeit memory cards from Amazon.

Stick to with a camera store or an electronics store for memory cards. Use multiple smaller SD Cards instead of one large one. Always stick with well known camera stores such as B&H Photo, Adorama and any local camera stores.
Always shoot in the RAW Format. Also use Canon's free DPP photo editing software. A RAW File is NOT viewable without proper conversion to Jpeg.
Avoid using AI Focus and AI Servo (Continuous AF). Stick with One Shot AF
If you don't already know the exposure triangle. I would watch a few videos on YouTube to learn about it. Follow along with the video while using your camera.
Practice with your camera before a large shoot.
DO NOT under any circumstances turn the focus ring on the lens with the AF/ MF switch on the lens set to Autofocus. The kit lens (EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 IS II lens) doesn't support Manual Focus Override (Manual Focus after One Shot). Only certain lenses support this feature. Turning the focus ring with the AF/ MF switch set to AF will cause damage to the lens. The lens name will say STM or USM on them if they support Manual Focus Override.
Use Continuous Drive Shooting Mode

-Demetrius

Current Gear: EOS 5D Mark IV, EF 16-35mm F/2.8L III USM, EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM, EF 50 F/1.8 STM, EF 85mm F/1.8 USM, EF 70-200mm F/2.8L IS III USM, 430EX III-RT, 470EX-AI & 600EX II-RT

Retired Gear: EOS 40D, Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM & EF 28-135mm F/3.5-5.6 IS USM

Re: Beginner photographer

Moose13 — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 02:50:06 GMT

Again thanks again for the info and tips, I will keep all of this in mind :))

Re: Beginner photographer

Waddizzle — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 10:25:22 GMT

Issues with SDXC memory cards being used in Rebels seems limited to only the “entry level” ####D bodies, but not the “advanced beginner” ###D Rebel bodies like the T6I, T7I, T8i, etc.

Re: Beginner photographer

deebatman316 — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 11:27:16 GMT

@Waddizzle thanks for the correction. I didn't know that had fixed that problem.

-Demetrius

Current Gear: EOS 5D Mark IV, EF 16-35mm F/2.8L III USM, EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM, EF 50 F/1.8 STM, EF 85mm F/1.8 USM, EF 70-200mm F/2.8L IS III USM, 430EX III-RT, 470EX-AI & 600EX II-RT

Retired Gear: EOS 40D, Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM & EF 28-135mm F/3.5-5.6 IS USM

Re: Beginner photographer

Tintype_18 — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 14:00:10 GMT

I have a T7 and it is good for the $$$$. Plus, the 18-55mm lens offers a lot. There are some other lenses if you decide to to widen the scope of your photos.

Re: Beginner photographer

deebatman316 — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 22:33:13 GMT

If you want a longer lens the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens is a great compliment to the EF-S 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6 IS II lens. You can Click Here for the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens in new condition. You can Click Here for the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens refurbished. If you want wider the EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM is a good choice. You can Click Here for the EF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM lens. When you buy Canon lenses make sure the prefix says EF or EF-S. Canon makes mirrorless cameras too. Those lens prefixes say EF-M, RF or RF-S. Those lenses are NOT compatible with your camera.

-Demetrius

Current Gear: EOS 5D Mark IV, EF 16-35mm F/2.8L III USM, EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM, EF 50 F/1.8 STM, EF 85mm F/1.8 USM, EF 70-200mm F/2.8L IS III USM, 430EX III-RT, 470EX-AI & 600EX II-RT

Retired Gear: EOS 40D, Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM & EF 28-135mm F/3.5-5.6 IS USM

Re: Camera recommendations for beginner photographer

krahe — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 03:20:52 GMT

You can get an EOS M50 Mark II refurbished from Canon for $560 US right now with a 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 lens, which is a far more modern and capable camera than the T7 others are recommending.
https://www.usa.canon.com/shop/p/refurbished-eos-m50-mark-ii-ef-m-15-45mm-f-3-5-6-3-is-stm-lens-kit-black

Re: Camera recommendations for beginner photographer

deebatman316 — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 06:22:42 GMT

The M50 Mark II and the EOS M series is a dying series likely getting replaced by the RF Mount APS-C cameras.

-Demetrius

Current Gear: EOS 5D Mark IV, EF 16-35mm F/2.8L III USM, EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM, EF 50 F/1.8 STM, EF 85mm F/1.8 USM, EF 70-200mm F/2.8L IS III USM, 430EX III-RT, 470EX-AI & 600EX II-RT

Retired Gear: EOS 40D, Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM & EF 28-135mm F/3.5-5.6 IS USM

Re: Camera recommendations for beginner photographer

krahe — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 12:24:45 GMT

Unless Canon is prepared to make major adjustments to its pricing of RF mount cameras, there will be no replacement for the M50 with an RF mount. There is a far greater gap between the M50 and the R10 in terms of price than there is in terms of capability. And even if I did think the M50 was going to be discontinued soon, I wouldn't consider it a bad investment. (And even if what you say were to come true, it doesn't justify recommending a T7 to someone who indicates they can afford an M50 at the present time.)

Re: Camera recommendations for beginner photographer

deebatman316 — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 12:31:24 GMT

The EF-M mount is dead. No more investment is being put into. All funds have gone to the RF Mount. You'll be stuck in a dead system and no where to go when your gear fails. You have to start all over again.

-Demetrius

Current Gear: EOS 5D Mark IV, EF 16-35mm F/2.8L III USM, EF 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM, EF 50 F/1.8 STM, EF 85mm F/1.8 USM, EF 70-200mm F/2.8L IS III USM, 430EX III-RT, 470EX-AI & 600EX II-RT

Retired Gear: EOS 40D, Sigma 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM & EF 28-135mm F/3.5-5.6 IS USM

Re: Camera recommendations for beginner photographer

krahe — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 12:56:15 GMT

I take good care of my equipment, so I wouldn't expect anything to fail, though even if something does there is enough critical mass of M50 users out there that I shouldn't have too much trouble finding a used or refurbished replacement. I wouldn't expect additional EF-M lenses even if Canon does intend to continue making the M50, as I think what's available covers most of what people buying a camera in its price range would need. Most M50 users who end up with more than a couple lenses usually acquire some EF or EF-S lenses (I have two of those in addition to my 4 EF-M lenses), so those at least will be portable to future platforms, should they someday have the need and be able to justify moving up to a higher-end system.

Re: Camera recommendations for beginner photographer

amatula15 — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 03:29:50 GMT

Hi,

I purchased a Rebel SL1, perfect for my petite hands. I had it for 6+ years before finally purchasing a full-frame (Canon RP). I am a landscape photographer who used my camera in rough conditions, using tree branches and rocks near water as natural tripods and shooting in rain (infrequently but I did and quickly dried it with a cloth). It excelled and I have some really great images from that camera!

I did upgrade my lens though to the Canon EF 24mm f/2.8 IS USM, which had excellent image quality.

Everyone has different tastes though, so perhaps you can demo something from a local camera shop or friend and see how you like it. That's how I decided on the SL1.

Whatever camera you get, I hope you enjoy it