I sold my D700, 24-70, 50mm, SB-900 and used d3000+18-55mm instead

:lol: Didnt see that one coming?!

I hope it was only a brief kit lull?

Tried a 350D the other day - forgot how light they were compared to my 5D with 85 1.2... Not as impressed with the results either :D
 
Being on the look out for my first DSLR I thought this might be a defining thread....my hope dashed in an instant. Still made me laugh though!:D
 
What a surprise...
The D3000 and D5000 are very good in 'optimal' conditions, as the Colonials would say, but when it gets a bit iffy, that's when the more expensive hardware comes into its own...
 
StingerNikon said:
I had to use my friend's Nikon D3000+18-55mm instead for shoots in a restaurant and in a nighclub.

I wasn't impressed with the results I got. :thinking:
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Mmmmmm says a lot for all those posters who recommend it for a beginners camera...
You could've at least said why you wasn't impressed with it.. Couldn't you at least say why :shrug:

:thinking: As then you may just stop an onslaught of D3000 sales in the classifieds....
 
Actually, I have to disagree with most here; I am always impressed with the abilities of my D40 and, now sold, D60.

Couple either with a small prime lens and I get amazingly good results from them. Of course, I wouldn't substitute any of them for my D700, but there are times when I can't be arsed to carry so much weight.
 
Trig's said:
Mmmmmm says a lot for all those posters who recommend it for a beginners camera...
You could've at least said why you wasn't impressed with it.. Couldn't you at least say why :shrug:

:thinking: As then you may just stop an onslaught of D3000 sales in the classifieds....
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But it is an excellent beginner's camera - it's just that in certain situations it may struggle - in dark restaurants and clubs AF may be tricky with the kit lens attached (though with a fast lens that wont be so much of a problem)...also the on-camera flash won't produce as pleasing a result as a camera-mounted SB900, which can be 'bounced' around to produce a better quality of light.
 
Trig's said:
Mmmmmm says a lot for all those posters who recommend it for a beginners camera...
You could've at least said why you wasn't impressed with it.. Couldn't you at least say why :shrug:

:thinking: As then you may just stop an onslaught of D3000 sales in the classifieds....
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My first camera when I started was Nikon D40 and I really loved it.
D3000 is a great camera as well. But when it comes to low-light conditions (in a restaurant) using this camera with a Kit slow lens and without additional external flash is quite difficult. So you are really limited.
But I'm sure the D3000 with a fast prime lens and external flash will be a good combination.
For me it was one more confirmation of "in order to understand how something is really important you have to lose it". :bonk:

Starastin said:
what are getting now ?
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I’m getting a film camera – just want to try it.
 
Arkady said:
But it is an excellent beginner's camera - it's just that in certain situations it may struggle - in dark restaurants and clubs AF may be tricky with the kit lens attached (though with a fast lens that wont be so much of a problem)...also the on-camera flash won't produce as pleasing a result as a camera-mounted SB900, which can be 'bounced' around to produce a better quality of light.
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I agree with everything:thumbs:
 
For some learning curve can be expensive one. I try to look at my gear firstly as A successful investment, then as B a pro tool, and then C as a toy. If B helps to get good revenue, then it negates A. C only comes in to play when the cost is relatively low (like reflector or magic mouse)
 
StingerNikon said:
My first camera when I started was Nikon D40 and I really loved it.
D3000 is a great camera as well. But when it comes to low-light conditions (in a restaurant) using this camera with a Kit slow lens and without additional external flash is quite difficult. So you are really limited.
But I'm sure the D3000 with a fast prime lens and external flash will be a good combination.
For me it was one more confirmation of "in order to understand how something is really important you have to lose it". :bonk:
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Wasn't being "sarkie" - I just thought that it would've helped if you mentioned why - just for those who were thinking of getting a D3000 thats all - as if they read this thread then it may have put them off..

Thanks for mentioning why now though - :thumbs:

Not that it mattered to me (I own a D300s) but just a little thought to those who do.... I'll :schtum: now... :coat: :exit:
 
It all depends what you are used to. Now I am used to my D300 i would struggle to go back to my old D40. At the time, I had come from a 4 year old Sony compact, and was blown away by the D40. I am now blown away by the D300 and would probably wonder what was so good about it if I had a D3!
 
will you scan them ?
I think it's the best thing to do - film, good scan, PP , print . if you're in no rush and don't have a client calling you every day.
 
What film body are you using? The F6 is a dream come true. You would be at home using it having owned a D700 which I personally refer to as a digital F6.

Depending on the application at hand I use both film and digital. Each has its advantages and disadvantages of course.
 
King_Boru said:
What film body are you using? The F6 is a dream come true. You would be at home using it having owned a D700 which I personally refer to as a digital F6.

Depending on the application at hand I use both film and digital. Each has its advantages and disadvantages of course.
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I'm going to use either Rolleiflex Planar 3,5F or Rollei 6008AF depending on the results of my scans.
 
Hmm, my experience was similar but the results were different.

Last September I sold my Nikon D700, Nikon 24-70 2.8, Nikon 70-200mm 2.8 VR, Nikon 105mm 2.8 VR Micro, Nikon 50mm 1.8.

I bought a Canon 500D, 3 primes and a 270ex flash. I shot a whole wedding reception in low light club and video'd the first dance too. I absolutely loved it haha.
 
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