Camera

[jchief]

Excpecting a new grandson in about 3 weeks and would like to get a new camera. Anyone have any toughts on the Nikon 3100?

thanks

[meaux fishing]

I would pm fool... he knows alot about whats what in the camera world

[ScubaLatt]

I have this exact camera. It is a great camera but a LOT of camera, if you know what I mean. I bought it for my wife for Mother's day and she loves it. She took a class at Mcneese for 3 nights and it was the best $180 spent. She learned all about the camera and enjoys it more due to the class. However, if you are used to DSLR cameras then you will love this Nikon.

[jchief]

Actually plan on taking the class>

thanks Latt

[CrazyD]

I have the D3000 and I love it. 3100 should be a great camera also.

[huntin fool]

I'm a Canon DSLR fan myself..

But I looked over the specs with the D3100.
Looks like a good camera. Are you wanting to get into it (breaking out of the shell of auto settings) and going into the other shooting modes? (P,AV,TV,etc)

If your wanting to shoot in the advanced modes, go to a MSU class. If in the standard auto modes, I wouldn't go to the class.
What size glass does it come with? I have a 55-70 and a 75-300. Will probably upgrade the 75-300 soon

[ScubaLatt]

I bought a package deal for $799 and it came with the 18-55 mm and the 55-200 mm lenses. Look online for coupons. I got mine at Best Buy. AND you can finance for ZERO interest for 18 months.

[2ndamendment]

Originally Posted by huntin fool

I'm a Canon DSLR fan myself..

But I looked over the specs with the D3100.
Looks like a good camera. Are you wanting to get into it (breaking out of the shell of auto settings) and going into the other shooting modes? (P,AV,TV,etc)

If your wanting to shoot in the advanced modes, go to a MSU class. If in the standard auto modes, I wouldn't go to the class.
What size glass does it come with? I have a 55-70 and a 75-300. Will probably upgrade the 75-300 soon

What lens are you looking to upgrade to?

I like my EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM still takes great photo's.

[huntin fool]

Originally Posted by 2ndamendment

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What lens are you looking to upgrade to?

I like my EF70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM still takes great photo's.

70 not 75.. my bad

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM

[2ndamendment]

Originally Posted by huntin fool

70 not 75.. my bad

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS USM

Dropping some bones on that lens. Stepping up in class. Good lens with great reviews.

[huntin fool]

Originally Posted by 2ndamendment

Dropping some bones on that lens. Stepping up in class. Good lens with great reviews.

it'll be awhile before I get it. It'll be a toss up between this lens, or a power pole.

[2ndamendment]

Originally Posted by huntin fool

it'll be awhile before I get it. It'll be a toss up between this lens, or a power pole.

Decisions Decisions......get the lens and have one of your sponsors by you a power pole.

[jchief]

Bought from Best Buy for $800

[jchief]

forgot image
also got camera bag

[jchief]

What would be a good lense to add to this?

[huntin fool]

For now, that is all you need. I promise..However a 300 would be a nice add

[weedeater]

did you get the clear screw on lens covers, not alot of money but will save your lens

[jchief]

Originally Posted by weedeater

did you get the clear screw on lens covers, not alot of money but will save your lens

Yes they came with them. They are not clear though

[weedeater]

Originally Posted by jchief

Yes they came with them. They are not clear though

not the black ones, they have some that screw on other end that stay on all the time. I think they maybe called filter lens or somthin but they realy help

[weedeater]

if you look on best buys site ita called "ultra clear lens filter" Tiffen is the brand they show