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Complete newbie here, looking for some advice/validation/recommendations. I did a lot reading into cameras, looked up recommendations for beginner cameras, learnt a little about different kinds of sensors etc. I thought I would be happy with a Canon 1300d or a Nikon D3400 as a beginner and I’m not averse to buying used. I did look into mirrorless but it’s such a minefield I thought I’d just stick with a traditional entry level.
I then went into a store and tried holding a few different types. And I REALLY liked the size of the Canon M50. Which I wasn’t expecting to play a big part of my decision making but it got me to thinking I needed a mirrorless instead for the size.
Then the Black Friday sales happened, and I went a bought a full frame Sony A7 with a 28-70mm kit lens for £507. And I’m now wondering if I’ve been a bit hasty! I know full frame for this price is crazy, it’s a good deal. I’m just not sure it’s a good deal for me and I’m thinking of returning it. But before I do I wanted to get some thoughts if I may.
I don’t know yet what kind of photos I like taking, but I think it’ll mostly be portraits, particularly of my young daughter and landscapes. I doubt I’ll be shooting sports scenes.
The question is, should I keep the A7 as it’s such a good deal and I’ll be probably wanting to upgrade to full frame in the future anyway (won’t I?). Or should I return it and get something more suited to a beginner? A lot of forums recommend used mid level cameras rather than new entry level. So then I’m unsure whether I should keep the A7 instead (as that’s better than a used price anyway, I saw second hand ones selling on eBay for £585).
I feel a bit out of my depth and would really appreciate some feedback! Thanks
Complete newbie here, looking for some advice/validation/recommendations. I did a lot reading into cameras, looked up recommendations for beginner cameras, learnt a little about different kinds of sensors etc. I thought I would be happy with a Canon 1300d or a Nikon D3400 as a beginner and I’m not averse to buying used. I did look into mirrorless but it’s such a minefield I thought I’d just stick with a traditional entry level.
I then went into a store and tried holding a few different types. And I REALLY liked the size of the Canon M50. Which I wasn’t expecting to play a big part of my decision making but it got me to thinking I needed a mirrorless instead for the size.
Then the Black Friday sales happened, and I went a bought a full frame Sony A7 with a 28-70mm kit lens for £507. And I’m now wondering if I’ve been a bit hasty! I know full frame for this price is crazy, it’s a good deal. I’m just not sure it’s a good deal for me and I’m thinking of returning it. But before I do I wanted to get some thoughts if I may.
I don’t know yet what kind of photos I like taking, but I think it’ll mostly be portraits, particularly of my young daughter and landscapes. I doubt I’ll be shooting sports scenes.
The question is, should I keep the A7 as it’s such a good deal and I’ll be probably wanting to upgrade to full frame in the future anyway (won’t I?). Or should I return it and get something more suited to a beginner? A lot of forums recommend used mid level cameras rather than new entry level. So then I’m unsure whether I should keep the A7 instead (as that’s better than a used price anyway, I saw second hand ones selling on eBay for £585).
I feel a bit out of my depth and would really appreciate some feedback! Thanks