Questions tagged [camera-recommendation]

Good camera recommendation questions deal with what cameras are appropriate for a specific task or meet special requirements. This tag should not be used for shopping questions. Asking for comparisons between two cameras should be avoided unless motivated by clear situational detail.

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Are there any affordable DSLR/mirrorless cameras that are as easy to use as my phone for night photography?

My phone, a Pixel 7 Pro, is really easy to take great night shots with. Just point and shoot, and most of the time you get a decent shot. The only issue is that the resolution is a bit low for viewing in 4k, and the small sensor mandates some…
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Camera for teenager

My soon to be 14 year old daughter enjoys taking pictures of nature and things around her. I would like to get her a good first camera that is not too expensive and possibly comes with different lenses and accessories. Her father and I are divorced…
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Which compact camera should I choose for better low light capability

I have short listed Nikon CoolPix S9100 and Sony DSC-HX7V. I am really confused out of these two which one should I buy. I am not a professional photographer who understands the terminologies of photography, but yes, I am the type who loves clicking…
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What kind of lens can make a dog look wider and bigger?

I have seen people make videos and pictures where their dog looks a lot wider and bigger in the video/pic than in person. What kind of camera lens are they using?
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How to choose a camera for photogrammetry?

I'm interested in pretty serious non-aerial photogrammetry of interior and exterior architecture, but I've exhausted my available tools, and need to look into buying something suited to the purpose. Unfortunately, I'm pretty unfamiliar with…
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Which DSLR camera can I go for?

Possible Duplicate: What should I look for when shopping for my first DSLR? I am new to advanced photography. I am looking to buy a DSLR, Nikon D5100 is my main interest, previously I was thinking about Nikon D3100. Also thinking about Nikon…
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How to choose a SLR camera for Comic-Con?

Please recommend a Comic-Con SLR camera and lens that can be used to shoot both models/People and small GARAGE KIT,As for the budget, please recommend both professional and intermediate levels.
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Need help - Want to automate daily photo shoot of Maui Sunset

I have a new oceanfront home in Maui...want to set up a camera to shoot 2-5 shots each day at sunset and up to 30 minutes after sunset....then place them in the cloud. Need advice on how to accomplish this....really have no great ideas. Since it’s a…
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What camera is best for abstract photography?

What features do I need to look at in a dslr for my abstract photos? What will give me good color capture?
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What camera do you offer to a beginner for his first dslr or dslr like

I'm new on photography, actually not new yet. I'm confused on which camera to choose for my first. There is up to 400$ in my packet for my first camera. I've searched alot and found two main dslr like cameras; Canon Sx50 hs and Sony HX300. But…
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What camera should I buy and what do I need to look for?

I want to start photography as an hobby. So to start I need a camera. I now a reflex would be the best, but I have no idea what to look for: pixels or ISO. What would the most adapted lens for landscape pictures. I'm ready to spend a maximum of 500$…
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What cellphone is the best for photographs?

What cellphone is the best for photographs? With a very good camera, a very high definition and that can zoom in very good and far while keeping it's high definition. I know about the Nokia Lumia with a 41 megapixel camera, but is there anything…
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What's a good and cheap digital camera for capturing moving objects?

I'm an amateur photographer. I own a Sony DSCT200, and i'm looking for something better. I need a camera that can clearly capture moving objects, which mine fails to do even with most trivial things, like people running or a dog turning its head.…
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Camera for B&W?

Is there a camera out there (dSLR-class) that offer's a one-touch (or nearly) ability to view a shot in black and white? Also, what about LiveView functionality with realtime black and white?
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What camera would be best to take pictures like the ones I've listed and what software might I need?

http://bts.ibighit.com/img/photo/f_ver/4_f_jk.jpg http://bts.ibighit.com/wings/img/mainphoto/8.jpg Can you tell me what camera would get me to take photos like these?
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