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Buying a DSLR this evening! Nikon D60 or Canon 450D!! QUICK ADVICE PLEASE!
- Thread starter DeeKay86
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Skoda Fabia Vrs 180b
I wouldnt buy the d60. Either go for the 450d or save more money by getting the d40. There is very little difference IMO between the d40 and d60, just go for the one that feels better to you. They both have their pros and cons.
Video reviews of D60 and 450 d for you
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Nikon_D60/video_review.shtml
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Canon_EOS_450D_Digital_Rebel_XSi/video_review.shtml
Video reviews of D60 and 450 d for you
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Nikon_D60/video_review.shtml
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Canon_EOS_450D_Digital_Rebel_XSi/video_review.shtml
think the d40/60 are more comparable to the 1000d?
the 450d is very impressive, positioned above the d40 though imo, d40 has this silly lens thing where you have to watch which ones work, but 450 is more expensive.
450d does have a really good viewing screen, makes a lot of difference imo for viewing your shots after and also self cleans the sensor.
the 450d is very impressive, positioned above the d40 though imo, d40 has this silly lens thing where you have to watch which ones work, but 450 is more expensive.
450d does have a really good viewing screen, makes a lot of difference imo for viewing your shots after and also self cleans the sensor.
330Ci (Fail)Sport
I think I'm going towards D60. Rather that over the D40 due to extra MP for blowing images up and inclusion of the VR lens. As said above, D40/60 are more comparable to the 1000D, 450D is a level up IMO especially price wise. Its more than I'm willing to spend so D60 wins out of D40/60/1000D for me.
I'd say if you are willing to spend up to 450D money then get it. But 500D out in May so maybe some 450D bargains to come around then?
I'd say if you are willing to spend up to 450D money then get it. But 500D out in May so maybe some 450D bargains to come around then?
Didn't like the finish of the Canon - the smooth plastic just felt cheap and the finish was a smudge magnet. Preferred the menu layouts and feel of the D60 and the entry level Nikon lenses just felt so much better built and focusing was much better.
But using neither at the moment - Olympus one I am using is superb!
Honda & VW
bit more limited in terms of lenses if you go for the Nikon as the motor is in the lens appose to the body. Both are great camera's so you're best holding both and seeing which you like the feel of best really (not alot in it if you read the write ups/reviews).
Audi TT Stronic
I have the Nikon D60 and yes you do have to watch what lenses you buy, but only really if you want to retain all the features (Auto focus, VR etc).
Besides, they have quite a good selection to choose from. I am currently in the market for a 55-200mm Nikkor VR lense, gets good reviews as an entry level kit lense.
Besides, they have quite a good selection to choose from. I am currently in the market for a 55-200mm Nikkor VR lense, gets good reviews as an entry level kit lense.
D60 for me purely on price, and features. Perfect for a beginner like me.
Try them out. If there's no specific features you require from a camera then it comes down to feel. Both will take cracking pics.
If it were my choice, I'd have the Nikon as it feels best in my hands, the Canon grip was far too thin and would be nothing but irritating on long shoots.
However, as stated above, lenses with no drive motor will not auto-focus on the D60. Not an issue if you want to be picky about which lenses you buy, but lens purchases such as the famous 50mm f/1.8 prime will not AF on the Nikon. My Nikon has drive motor on body, but tbh my 50mm prime gets very little use as 50mm on a crop body is not a very useful focal length ! (rather have 18-55mm with VR)
If it were my choice, I'd have the Nikon as it feels best in my hands, the Canon grip was far too thin and would be nothing but irritating on long shoots.
However, as stated above, lenses with no drive motor will not auto-focus on the D60. Not an issue if you want to be picky about which lenses you buy, but lens purchases such as the famous 50mm f/1.8 prime will not AF on the Nikon. My Nikon has drive motor on body, but tbh my 50mm prime gets very little use as 50mm on a crop body is not a very useful focal length ! (rather have 18-55mm with VR)
mk 2 172
ive got a d60, it my 1st dslr. and ive found it realy easy to use. theres a help button which you can press on any of the settings, which i find very usfull being a novice.
Yeah but the 35mm AF-S is a good focal length and that works a treat!
These all AF on the D40/D60
AF-S 50mm f1.4g
AF-S 35mm f1.8
AF-S 16-85
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED
AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S VR Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8D IF-ED II
AF-S Nikkor 600mm f/4D IF-ED II
AF-S VR Nikkor 200mm f/2G IF-ED
AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/4D IF-ED
AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/4D IF-ED II
AF-S Teleconverter TC-14E II
AF-S Teleconverter TC-17E II
AF-S Teleconverter TC-20E II
Sigma
30mm HSM f1.4
50mm HSM f1.4
12-24mm F4.5-5.6 EX DG ASPHERICAL HSM
17-35mm F2.8-4 EX DG ASPHERICAL HSM
APO 50-500mm F4-6.3 EX DG HSM
APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG MACRO HSM
APO 100-300mm F4 EX DG HSM
APO 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM
APO 300-800 F5.6 EX DG HSM
APO MACRO 150mm F2.8 EX DG HSM
APO MACRO 180mm F3.5 EX DG IF HSM
10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM
APO 50-150mm F2.8 EX DC HSM
30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM
APO 800mm f5.6 EX DG HSM
APO 500mm F4.5 EX DG/HSM
APO 300mm F2.8 EX DG/HSM
80-400mm f4.5-5.6 EX DG OS
And most new Tamrons
18-250
18-270
17-50 f2.8
and prob a fair few more too!
These all AF on the D40/D60
AF-S 50mm f1.4g
AF-S 35mm f1.8
AF-S 16-85
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S DX VR Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 12-24mm f/4G IF-ED
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED II
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED
AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 17-35mm f/2.8D IF-ED
AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 200-400mm f/4G IF-ED
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-200mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G IF-ED
AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S VR Nikkor 300mm f/2.8G IF-ED
AF-S Nikkor 400mm f/2.8D IF-ED II
AF-S Nikkor 600mm f/4D IF-ED II
AF-S VR Nikkor 200mm f/2G IF-ED
AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/4D IF-ED
AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/4D IF-ED II
AF-S Teleconverter TC-14E II
AF-S Teleconverter TC-17E II
AF-S Teleconverter TC-20E II
Sigma
30mm HSM f1.4
50mm HSM f1.4
12-24mm F4.5-5.6 EX DG ASPHERICAL HSM
17-35mm F2.8-4 EX DG ASPHERICAL HSM
APO 50-500mm F4-6.3 EX DG HSM
APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG MACRO HSM
APO 100-300mm F4 EX DG HSM
APO 120-300mm F2.8 EX DG HSM
APO 300-800 F5.6 EX DG HSM
APO MACRO 150mm F2.8 EX DG HSM
APO MACRO 180mm F3.5 EX DG IF HSM
10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC HSM
APO 50-150mm F2.8 EX DC HSM
30mm F1.4 EX DC HSM
APO 800mm f5.6 EX DG HSM
APO 500mm F4.5 EX DG/HSM
APO 300mm F2.8 EX DG/HSM
80-400mm f4.5-5.6 EX DG OS
And most new Tamrons
18-250
18-270
17-50 f2.8
and prob a fair few more too!
i went into jessops today and the dude there, an old chap that has been in photography for 30 years etc, and goes to brands hatch etc telling me about these dslr's. he advised me of another brand which is better, but i cannot remember the name of it.
he said he wouldnt recommend the canon or nikon. but he did say buy one that you are comfortable holding.
in the end i think it will be the nikon d60, also they have a special offer going on until the 16th. if you buy an additional lens with the nikon d60, that additional lens will be sold for half the price.
so i end up paying for nikon d60 and 2 lens for the same price as a canon 450d.
i will have my decision made up in a couple days, as i have money ready to buy too.
jay
he said he wouldnt recommend the canon or nikon. but he did say buy one that you are comfortable holding.
in the end i think it will be the nikon d60, also they have a special offer going on until the 16th. if you buy an additional lens with the nikon d60, that additional lens will be sold for half the price.
so i end up paying for nikon d60 and 2 lens for the same price as a canon 450d.
i will have my decision made up in a couple days, as i have money ready to buy too.
jay
Skoda Fabia Vrs 180b
Dont rule out the Sony Alpha series, they make some very good cameras with awesome lenses
over the D60 yes it is
lol, can i post all the lens's which work on the canon, form canon, sigma etc. etc......
the 500d is a replacement for the 450d, but the 1000d is nearly up to 450d spec anyway so they are trying to widen the gap, plus its going up against the d90 and the price of everything camera related has gone up recently, the prices for the 500d are all RRP, the price will drop right after launch like it did on the 50d.
Honda & VW
indeed they do, after my trip to Bruges the other weekend i got some great snaps which i'm very happy with.
Trying to be unbiased, but the Nikon kit lenses are generally regarded as being better than the Canon equivalents in magazine reviews etc, so if you are thinking of sticking to a fairly basic set up it's worth considering. Obviously if you plan to upgrade to new lens then it's a non issue anyhow.
On the plus side for the Canon, it does have a much wider range of lens available, and if you are considering shopping around for second-hand lens you will have far more joy picking up Canon gear that is fully compatible with the body.
I personally don't think the body is a big issue if like you say you don't have any preference in terms of handling, that's usually the only thing to consider as there really is very little in it. Surprised you were not bothered either way though, they feel quite different and are different to operate in terms of button layout etc.
On the plus side for the Canon, it does have a much wider range of lens available, and if you are considering shopping around for second-hand lens you will have far more joy picking up Canon gear that is fully compatible with the body.
I personally don't think the body is a big issue if like you say you don't have any preference in terms of handling, that's usually the only thing to consider as there really is very little in it. Surprised you were not bothered either way though, they feel quite different and are different to operate in terms of button layout etc.
Honda. Tesla Someday
Excellent advice and much appreciated!
I went in today to get the 450D in the end...OUT OF STOCK.
When to another store, they had one, BUT it looked like someone had kicked the box in!
Will do an online search and find someone who has it in stock so I can go get it.
On the positive side though, gives me more time to think!!!
I went in today to get the 450D in the end...OUT OF STOCK.
When to another store, they had one, BUT it looked like someone had kicked the box in!
Will do an online search and find someone who has it in stock so I can go get it.
On the positive side though, gives me more time to think!!!
Skoda Fabia Vrs 180b
Fletcher
ClioSport Club Member
I've got a Canon 450d great started DSLR imo.
Focus TDCi
There's nothing wrong with the build quality of the 450d. Not sure you should really be comparing the 450d and the D60 though, like I said in another thread the 450d has the edge in quite a few areas. However personally I'd wait until the 500d comes out and then pick up the 450d on the cheap.
Focus TDCi
Aye, I agree; although I can't really talk as I made almost exactly the same thread about 5 months ago.
I know things are a lot clearer for me now than they were back then though. Still, like Dan says, neither will let you down DeeKay.
