Anything new that would be good for birding with enough resolut Hi Al, Anything new that would be good for birding with enough resolution and lens power costs too much. I recommend used. I do not think it really matters what brand, I use Nikon but they are expensive, worth it to a pro but not for the now and then user. I hate to endorse a business as they all are OK but National Camera might be a place to start for used amateur gear. I recommend a zoom lens, at least to 300mm. If you get higher than that say a 500mm the lenses need a lot of light and a steady hand, not always the birding situation. National also offers free classes on how to use the camera, they have gotten very difficult to use if you are unfamiliar. Tell them what you want the camera for and go from there. I think one camera body and just one lens. Then never take it off the body, that way you avoid dust. I use a 18 to 300 mm macro lens, covers everything but you may want a longer lens. Although if the camera has enough resolution you can always zoom in latter to identify the bird (I use macro for insect ID as well) or post, it won't be as pretty as the photos people take with the 1000 ml lenses, tripod and pro cameras but it may be enough for your needs.
West Photo is who I use for my pro camera supplier. Not sure they carry used amateur cameras but they might, they again have an outstanding and helpful sales staff. When I purchased my first digital camera I needed to use it that day on a shoot, I just had them adjust it to my needs and got a quick primer. It all worked out, always does with them. I am reluctant to purchase online, as I like to support my local merchants and also because I need the tech support and customer service they offer. Does someone on mou-net want to upgrade and then give Al a deal on their older but useful camera? Good Luck, Peter Peter Schmidt Photography ________________________________ From: Al Schirmacher <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2011 9:37 AM Subject: [mou-net] Camera After 18 years of birding, I am contemplating breaking down and purchasing/carrying a camera. At the very least, it may make rarity documentation easier:) As a pastor, keeping this purchase inexpensive is important. Any thoughts? Al Schirmacher ---- Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html ---- Join or Leave mou-net: http://lists.umn.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=mou-net Archives: http://lists.umn.edu/archives/mou-net.html
