In all honesty its not about what Camera you get, it is how you use it. I know alot of people with Digital SLR's that can't take coin pics to save there life.
<< <i>In all honesty its not about what Camera you get, it is how you use it. >>
Nope, it's the camera.
Russ, NCNE >>
So if you hand a person who has no knowledge of photoing coins vs say yourself I don't think it would matter which camera you use. You are still going to win out.
<< <i>So if you hand a person who has no knowledge of photoing coins vs say yourself I don't think it would matter which camera you use. You are still going to win out. >>
I don't have a clue what I'm doing, that's how I know it's the camera. The Nikon is a magic device.
<< <i>So if you hand a person who has no knowledge of photoing coins vs say yourself I don't think it would matter which camera you use. You are still going to win out. >>
I don't have a clue what I'm doing, that's how I know it's the camera. The Nikon is a magic device.
As has been stated earlier, the big advantage of Nikon dSLRs is that you can use lenses made as far back as 1959 in manual mode. My manual focus lenses (including 55/2.8 Micro Nikkor) are awaiting a D80 so they can be productive again. That said, if I didn't already have Nikon equipment, I'm not sure what I'd choose, although I bought Nikon 25 years ago for a reason. It does come down to an Audi vs. BMW debate in some respects if you're starting from scratch. Either camera, paired with high quality optics, would be an excellent choice. Pros can be seen using either model. If you want to see a technical comparison, go to dpreview.com and read the reviews of both models. They do side-by-side comparisons as well. The statement that it's all in the glass isn't exactly true anymore. With film cameras, the film was the same run through either a Nikon or a Canon body. With digital, you have different "built-in film" for the different manufacturers.
My Canon PowerShot Pro is a simple point and shoot Camera, that does have alot of manual settings and features.... If I ever could learn some of the stuff I would be able to take a better image.... For me, it's just click and go.....
shutter speeds, lens, filters..... the HepKitty doesn't know all that jazz....
Be Bop A Lula!! "Senorita HepKitty" "I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
Canon is continually on the leading edge when it comes to photography. Just check out http://www.dpreview.com to get a complete understanding of why Canon is consistently ahead of the pack when it comes to digital photography.
I should know, my wife is a professional photographer and an exclusive Canon shooter. You can check out her web site here at www.amalelaine.com where all of the photos shown were taken using the Canon line.
I'm getting the impression that this thread got tongue-in-cheek by the second page (thankfully). In all seriousness, you guys with the best images (you know who you are) -- how are you lighting these? I have plenty of experience with SLR photography but I have never owned a macro flash. Are you using ring-light flashes, or those macro flashes with twin heads mounted on the lens end? Softboxes or those table-top tent dealies?
I've practiced with desk lamps and remote flash heads, and I'm finding I run into limitations as the working distance gets close (even with a 100mm lens). TIA...
As others have pointed out you can get very good coin images with either Canon or Nikon - point & shoot or DSLR. There are several features that are important regardless of brand these are: ability to pre-set white balance, remote shutter release or self timer, macro capability or macro lens, and spot metering or at least center weighted metering.
If the camera is only going to be used for publishing photographs on the web and you will not be making prints the number of megapixels is not very important. That's because anything over a resolution of 72 dpi or maybe 96 dpi is wasted. Computer monitors cannot display a resolution over 96 dpi, and most cannot display anything over 72 dpi. If you are going to have prints made higher resolution is important especially for larger sized prints say 11 X 14 and up.
Another important item is a copy stand. Depending on your lighting many of the coin shots will require slow shutter speeds and any movement of the camera while the shutter is open will result in blur or loss of detail.
Who is General Failure, and why is he reading my hard drive?
<< <i>Part of the imaging is with the web host, too. I think some of the details are lost in uploading or sizing.
Good luck with which ever way you go.
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That merc pic is one of the best on here if you want to SELL the coin. Aside from the fact it is a bit dark and the depth of field is a little narrow which blurs the date, it is spot on and very attractive. I has JUST THE RIGHT AMOUNT of detail without showing so much metal grain that people associate the grain with scratches. (That is a very real concern with these lenses that show EVERY bit of detail. Don't shoot yourself in the foot by showing too much!)
BTW, I am a Nikon man myself. Trying to save up for the 18-200 mm "super zoom": wide angle PLUS zoom! MMMMMMMM! It replaces about 9 prime (fixed length) lenses. Currently, Canon has no comparable one but that will change I am sure.
You can shoot GREAT images with either maker as stated before!
The "kit lenses" that comes with the Nikon dslr's ARE of higher optical quality than the Canon kit ones but 99.99 percent of people won't notice the difference. Don't be fooled by megapixels either. That is the LEAST of your concern! Proper white balance and glass quality are what you REALLY need!
I have a Canon (same one Lucy has), but then again I work for Canon. Find the camera that suits the type of photography you are going to take. I know the Powershot Pro 1 (the camera Lucy has and I have) are excellent cameras because of the supermacro feature.
Don't let Russ hand you the bull, it's not all about the camera, it's also about the lighting. What Russ doesn't tell you is that he may take 50 shots before he posts just the right one!
Good luck in your search!!!
It is not exactly cheating, I prefer to consider it creative problem solving!!!
I have a Canon (same one Lucy has), but then again I work for Canon. Find the camera that suits the type of photography you are going to take. I know the Powershot Pro 1 (the camera Lucy has and I have) are excellent cameras because of the supermacro feature.
Don't let Russ hand you the bull, it's not all about the camera, it's also about the lighting. What Russ doesn't tell you is that he may take 50 shots before he posts just the right one!
Good luck in your search!!! >>
Marty I agree. Its all about the lighting!! You are also true in the fact it usally takes more than one shot to get the right one.
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<< <i>In all honesty its not about what Camera you get, it is how you use it. >>
Nope, it's the camera.
Russ, NCNE
President, Racine Numismatic Society 2013-2014; Variety Resource Dimes; See 6/8/12 CDN for my article on Winged Liberty Dimes; Ebay
<< <i>Is this the Chevy v. Ford debate? >>
I own both.... and Dodge!
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
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<< <i>In all honesty its not about what Camera you get, it is how you use it. >>
Nope, it's the camera.
Russ, NCNE >>
So if you hand a person who has no knowledge of photoing coins vs say yourself I don't think it would matter which camera you use. You are still going to win out.
<< <i>Is this the Chevy v. Ford debate? >>
Yeah, pretty much.
Russ, NCNE
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<< <i>Is this the Chevy v. Ford debate? >>
I own both.... and Dodge! >>
President, Racine Numismatic Society 2013-2014; Variety Resource Dimes; See 6/8/12 CDN for my article on Winged Liberty Dimes; Ebay
<< <i>So if you hand a person who has no knowledge of photoing coins vs say yourself I don't think it would matter which camera you use. You are still going to win out. >>
I don't have a clue what I'm doing, that's how I know it's the camera. The Nikon is a magic device.
Russ, NCNE
<< <i>Is this the Chevy v. Ford debate? >>
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President, Racine Numismatic Society 2013-2014; Variety Resource Dimes; See 6/8/12 CDN for my article on Winged Liberty Dimes; Ebay
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<< <i>So if you hand a person who has no knowledge of photoing coins vs say yourself I don't think it would matter which camera you use. You are still going to win out. >>
I don't have a clue what I'm doing, that's how I know it's the camera. The Nikon is a magic device.
Russ, NCNE >>
I call your bluff
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
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<< <i>Is this the Chevy v. Ford debate? >>
Is that yours? I'm a Firebird kinda guy myself, but that's sweet.
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
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<< <i>Is this the Chevy v. Ford debate? >>
Is that yours? I'm a Firebird kinda guy myself, but that's sweet. >>
yep, mine
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
The Chevelle below was shot with my Polaroid D640.
The Dime below was shot with my Nikon D-40.
President, Racine Numismatic Society 2013-2014; Variety Resource Dimes; See 6/8/12 CDN for my article on Winged Liberty Dimes; Ebay
<< <i>My daily driver was shot with my Sony Cyber-shot.
The Dime below was shot with my Nikon D-40. >>
A Cobalt??? Here is my 2006 SS Cobalt...another Canon image:
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
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<< <i>My daily driver was shot with my Sony Cyber-shot.
The Dime below was shot with my Nikon D-40.
A Cobalt??? Here is my 2006 SS Cobalt...another Canon image:
President, Racine Numismatic Society 2013-2014; Variety Resource Dimes; See 6/8/12 CDN for my article on Winged Liberty Dimes; Ebay
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
<< <i>This thread has to be a drag for dial-uppers! >>
You have that right.
Your photos showing the southwest sure make me hate winter even more here between Milwaukee and Chicago! My Cobalt even has an engine block heater!
President, Racine Numismatic Society 2013-2014; Variety Resource Dimes; See 6/8/12 CDN for my article on Winged Liberty Dimes; Ebay
Keeper of the VAM Catalog • Professional Coin Imaging • Prime Number Set • World Coins in Early America • British Trade Dollars • Variety Attribution
My Canon PowerShot Pro is a simple point and shoot Camera, that does have alot of manual settings and features.... If I ever could learn some of the stuff I would
be able to take a better image.... For me, it's just click and go.....
shutter speeds, lens, filters..... the HepKitty doesn't know all that jazz....
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
Good luck with which ever way you go.
President, Racine Numismatic Society 2013-2014; Variety Resource Dimes; See 6/8/12 CDN for my article on Winged Liberty Dimes; Ebay
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
"Senorita HepKitty"
"I want a real cool Kitty from Hepcat City, to stay in step with me" - Bill Carter
I should know, my wife is a professional photographer and an exclusive Canon shooter. You can check out her web site here at www.amalelaine.com where all of the photos shown were taken using the Canon line.
Thanks,
Tim
<< <i>Yea, but what about old coins? >>
I've practiced with desk lamps and remote flash heads, and I'm finding I run into limitations as the working distance gets close (even with a 100mm lens). TIA...
If the camera is only going to be used for publishing photographs on the web and you will not be making prints the number of megapixels is not very important. That's because anything over a resolution of 72 dpi or maybe 96 dpi is wasted. Computer monitors cannot display a resolution over 96 dpi, and most cannot display anything over 72 dpi. If you are going to have prints made higher resolution is important especially for larger sized prints say 11 X 14 and up.
Another important item is a copy stand. Depending on your lighting many of the coin shots will require slow shutter speeds and any movement of the camera while the shutter is open will result in blur or loss of detail.
<< <i>Part of the imaging is with the web host, too. I think some of the details are lost in uploading or sizing.
Good luck with which ever way you go.
That merc pic is one of the best on here if you want to SELL the coin. Aside from the fact it is a bit dark and the depth of field is a little narrow which blurs the date, it is spot on and very attractive. I has JUST THE RIGHT AMOUNT of detail without showing so much metal grain that people associate the grain with scratches. (That is a very real concern with these lenses that show EVERY bit of detail. Don't shoot yourself in the foot by showing too much!)
BTW, I am a Nikon man myself. Trying to save up for the 18-200 mm "super zoom": wide angle PLUS zoom! MMMMMMMM! It replaces about 9 prime (fixed length) lenses. Currently, Canon has no comparable one but that will change I am sure.
You can shoot GREAT images with either maker as stated before!
The "kit lenses" that comes with the Nikon dslr's ARE of higher optical quality than the Canon kit ones but 99.99 percent of people won't notice the difference. Don't be fooled by megapixels either. That is the LEAST of your concern! Proper white balance and glass quality are what you REALLY need!
Canon 30D
Nikon D80
I have a Canon (same one Lucy has), but then again I work for Canon. Find the camera that suits the type of photography you are going to take. I know the Powershot Pro 1 (the camera Lucy has and I have) are excellent cameras because of the supermacro feature.
Don't let Russ hand you the bull, it's not all about the camera, it's also about the lighting. What Russ doesn't tell you is that he may take 50 shots before he posts just the right one!
Good luck in your search!!!
<< <i>OK, now that Russ and Lucy are finished showing us who has the bigger penis. Here are reviews on both.
Canon 30D
Nikon D80
I have a Canon (same one Lucy has), but then again I work for Canon. Find the camera that suits the type of photography you are going to take. I know the Powershot Pro 1 (the camera Lucy has and I have) are excellent cameras because of the supermacro feature.
Don't let Russ hand you the bull, it's not all about the camera, it's also about the lighting. What Russ doesn't tell you is that he may take 50 shots before he posts just the right one!
Good luck in your search!!! >>
Marty I agree. Its all about the lighting!! You are also true in the fact it usally takes more than one shot to get the right one.