If you’re moving from being a point and shoot camera user to a DSLR user, there are some important things you will have to consider before buying the more advanced digital camera. Remember you will be spending your hard earned money and you need to make sure you’re investing in the right quality photographic equipment.
As you become serious in photography, you need to keep in mind that you will have to purchase additional accessories later on. Yes, the DSLR camera may be the first item you will need to purchase but when you find yourself becoming more engrossed in taking great pictures of your favorite subjects, the other accessories will become too attractive to buy.
So before you make that buying decision, make it point to compare the camera systems available as well as the lens ranges and accessories. This step is very important because you will be using the equipment and accessories for the long term unless you switch brands in the future which means you will have to replace some of your accessories. Do understand that camera manufacturers make accessories that are only compatible with the same brands and system.
Among your primary considerations should be about how you’re going to use your DSLR. If you want to focus on people and taking portraits, one feature you should look for in a digital camera is the face detection technology. This technology makes it easy for your camera to identify human faces in a particular scene and then adjusts the focus and exposure.
In terms of lenses, you have a choice between the short tele lens and a zoom with the same focal lengths will make a good first lens for you. The short tele lens, according to experts, will produce an ideal head size if you shoot at a distance of 3.5 to 5 feet.
You may also want to consider an additional flash unit. A good flash accessory to use is one that has an adjustable head and diffuser. This will enable you to bounce the light off a ceiling, reflector or a wall nearby to achieve a soft lighting. With a flash bracket, you will be able to change the lighting angle and get rid of the common red-eye problem.
For the photography enthusiasts focusing on sports and action, a DSLR with fast speeds is strongly recommended. A shutter speed of at least 1/4000 sec. is perfect for taking action-packed situations.
Apart from the shutter speed, the burst rate is another feature worth considering. This refers to the number of frames a DSLR camera can record for every second. This is a very vital feature when taking action scenes.
A fast lens works best with a fast shutter speed. They will help you capture the best moments without the use of a tripod. Make sure you get a lens with image stabilization as well to ensure you still get clear pictures with your panning action.
Finally, the battery grip accessory will be use for sports and action photographers. This holds one or more batteries making it convenient for you while you’re engrossed in capturing action-packed moments.
