DSLR Camera recommendation

[Roger6000]

Hi there,

I am looking for a DSLR camera with - lens ( focal length lens ..a range 35- or 80 -) 135mm
The DSLR camera must be capable of making RAW captures. It also must have a fully manual setting and focusing as well as program, aperture/shutter priority exposure modes.

Does anyone have any recommendations? Thanks!

[deebatman316]

All of Canon's current DSLR cameras offer such features. Do you have a budget to spend a body or a kit (body + lens). Are you looking for APS-C(smaller than 35mm Film) or Full Frame (Same size as 35mm Film). The focal lengths you listed are Full Frame focal lengths but they can be used on APS-C cameras. DSLR cameras are interchangeable lens 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

[Roger6000]

Hi there,

I am a student so trying to keep things under $500. I believe I need a full frame though. I’d love to get a lot but am a bit overwhelmed at the choices. Thanks!

[deebatman316]

Is this Film photography (35mm Film) class or a digital photography class. Even used Full Frame digital cameras are expensive. Do you need 1 lens or more. Do you need an external flash/ speedlite. Canon's full frame cameras DO NOT have a built-in flash they require an external flash.

-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

[rs-eos]

What is your budget?

An EOS R7 with RF-S 18-135mm lens would be around $2,000 total.

[deebatman316]

The OP's photo class requires DSLR cameras so a mirrorless camera won't help them. They also have a $500 budget to work with. So I came up with 2 possible bodies and a lens that will work well. The Canon EOS 5D Mark II and the Canon EOS 6D as potential bodies. Then the Canon EF 28-135mm F/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens to cover their required focal length.

-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

[deebatman316]

Here are 2 bodies and a lens that will work well. The Canon EOS 5D Mark II and the Canon EOS 6D for bodies. The Canon EF 28-135mm F/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens will cover the focal length.

-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

[shadowsports]

Since budget is a factor, I'd try to avoid near relic bodies.  Ancient bodies could fail, and will essentially be throw-aways.

Beginner.  T7 w/ 18~55 Refurbished $379

Shop Canon Refurbished EOS Rebel T7 EF-S 18–55mm f/3.5–5.6 IS II Lens

Use the $$$ savings for memory card and spare battery. 2x 32GB Sandisk cards $20, Watson battery $60

Total is about $490 and he's shooting.  

This will provide him with the essentials for learning the basics (exposure triangle) and completing the class.   Full frame can come later. 

[deebatman316]

The OP needs a Full Frame camera not APS-C. A Digital Rebel is out the window for their choices.

-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

[rs-eos]

The OP only thinks they need a full-frame camera.  If they are a student taking a photography class, that's not a typical requirement at all.  The Rebel and lens that Rick pointed out would be a great camera to have to start learning with and should be ample for any photography class.