Camera to take pics of corals?

Discussion in 'General Reef Topics' started by jdameli1, Sep 3, 2011.

to remove this notice and enjoy 3reef content with less ads. 3reef membership is free.

Page 1 of 2
  1. jdameli1

    jdameli1 Torch Coral

    Joined:
    Sep 8, 2010
    Messages:
    1,157
    Location:
    Palm Beach Florida
    I keep seeing great pics of corals, I've been in the market for a good camera, what's everyone using?
     
    jdameli1, Sep 3, 2011
    jdameli1, Sep 3, 2011
    #1

    2. Click Here!

  2. barbianj

    barbianj Hammer Head Shark

    Joined:
    Sep 27, 2009
    Messages:
    2,634
    Location:
    Port Washington, WI
    Canon D10 underwater camera. Most of my shots are taken underwater. :p
     
    barbianj, Sep 3, 2011
    barbianj, Sep 3, 2011
    #2
  3. proreefer

    proreefer Feather Star

    Joined:
    Jun 18, 2011
    Messages:
    776
    Location:
    georgia
    i use a very old g4 canon with the 3 set of close up lens i like it alot cano or nikon are my picks
     
    proreefer, Sep 3, 2011
    proreefer, Sep 3, 2011
    #3
  4. aquariaman

    aquariaman Pajama Cardinal

    Joined:
    Jun 7, 2010
    Messages:
    1,439
    Location:
    Dallas, TX
    Nikon D5000! Love it1 you can see my review on it on my threads page.
     
    aquariaman, Sep 3, 2011
    aquariaman, Sep 3, 2011
    #4
  5. sticksmith23

    sticksmith23 Giant Squid

    Joined:
    Jun 1, 2011
    Messages:
    4,053
    Location:
    Greenville, SC
    Nikon D5000 with filters for florescent light and polarized.
     
    sticksmith23, Sep 3, 2011
    sticksmith23, Sep 3, 2011
    #5
  6. Reef-a-holic

    Reef-a-holic 3reef Sponsor

    Joined:
    Apr 24, 2011
    Messages:
    480
    Location:
    KC, MO
    There are some awesome DSLR's out there...also so really nice medium priced underwater cameras, and even some sub-$100 P&S's that will do a decent job. All depends what you want it to do and how much your willing to invest.
     
    Reef-a-holic, Sep 3, 2011
    Reef-a-holic, Sep 3, 2011
    #6

    7. Click Here!

  7. jdameli1

    jdameli1 Torch Coral

    Joined:
    Sep 8, 2010
    Messages:
    1,157
    Location:
    Palm Beach Florida
    As bratty as it sounds, price really makes no difference it's a graduation present

    I'd love to get into some photography, but honestly know zero so what would be a good camera to start? I saw a canon rebel today anyone know much about them it looked like a nice camera with a lot of buttons I don't know how to use
     
    jdameli1, Sep 3, 2011
    jdameli1, Sep 3, 2011
    #7
  8. JJL

    JJL Purple Tang

    Joined:
    Jan 5, 2011
    Messages:
    1,818
    I have a Nikon D40 and I love mine. DSLRs are really a big step over Point and shoots. Thye really do take better pictures.
     
    JJL, Sep 3, 2011
    JJL, Sep 3, 2011
    #8
  9. Reef-a-holic

    Reef-a-holic 3reef Sponsor

    Joined:
    Apr 24, 2011
    Messages:
    480
    Location:
    KC, MO
    Well if price is not an issue a DSLR will give you the best quality and the most versatility. One of the biggest issues with a lot of digital cameras is "noise" in the image when lighting is not good and bright...this is one area were a good DSLR will really earn it's keep.
     
    Reef-a-holic, Sep 3, 2011
    Reef-a-holic, Sep 3, 2011
    #9
  10. lynnmw1208

    lynnmw1208 Skunk Shrimp

    Joined:
    Jul 13, 2011
    Messages:
    271
    Location:
    Brunswick, OH
    +1 to nikon D5000 great camera and easy to use!
     
    lynnmw1208, Sep 3, 2011
    lynnmw1208, Sep 3, 2011
    #10
Page 1 of 2