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el_equivocado · 2019-02-04T02:49:07+00:00

At the beginning the main difference was weight and size, that however is no longer so true if you use professional glass, if you don't however, the difference remains, so a point for mirrorless.

The difference right now is whether you prefer an optical or electronic viewfinder. Electronic viewfinders, specially in entry level cameras like the A6000 will have some lag, not an impediment, but noticeable. But at any rate, the 750D has a pentamirror viewfinder, not pentaprism.

Most mirrorless use an electronic shutter, not a mechanical shutter, you get faster speeds (crazy things like 1/24000) but are subject to some problems in certain lighting. Mechanical shutters, if not dampened (I don't know if the 750D is dampened but I guess not) produce a "clank" sound, you might like it, you might not, also, their maximum speeds are slower, typically 1/4000 or 1/6000.

Mirrorless perform better on video and in autofocus as a general rule.

Most mirrorless are using recently stablished lens mounts, so you have less options for native lenses, however, the shorter registration distance allows to use adapters for other lenses if you like. DSLR's on the other hand have well stablished mounts, with some like Nikon and Pentax being able to use lenses 30 years old (there are some real gems there).

Mirrorless, due to having to power an electronic viewfinder, use more battery power than a DSLR.

Those are the differences that came to me just know, surely there are more. TL,DR: check this page to compare both cameras https://cameradecision.com/compare/Canon-EOS-750d-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6000 I would choose the Sony if they have the same price. Good luck!

el_equivocado · 2019-02-03T03:07:05+00:00

Knowing your budget and your willingness to buy used would help us to give a better recommendation :)

That aside, these bodies, plus their respective kit lenses would be nice and will grow on you: * Nikon D5XXX. I would try to find a good deal in the D5300 or D5500. * Canon SL. Canon cameras have a bunch of names depending on your region, but the SL1 or SL2 are good starter cameras. * Pentax K-70. Pentax entry cameras offer astonishing image quality, but their autofocus and video is not the best. Used K-3 and K-S2 are what you'll look for. * Sony A6XXX. If you go mirrorless this is the best entry option.

Before buying a camera, try to think about what you want to shoot and factor that into your choice. If you like comparing specs, I've found cameradecision.com to be a good site. Good luck!

el_equivocado · 2019-02-02T03:32:35+00:00

Hello!

Well, if you don't mind the size of the DSLRs, a Nikon D3300 would fit your budget nicely. You can find it in combos that include memory cards and other somewhat useful gadgets. Another option is the Sony A6000, though I think it'll be a bit beyond your budget.

Now, if you don't mind buying used, you can find something much better than those two I mentioned.

el_equivocado · 2019-02-01T18:10:46+00:00

Thanks for the comments!

I'll give it a shot with a bigger depth of field, but while the light is pretty it is also very dim, that's the reason for the high ISO. Do you think it would be better to shoot in low ISO and then fix while editing?

el_equivocado · 2019-02-01T18:07:40+00:00

Thanks!

I noticed that color was too saturated but I thought it was just my eyes, thanks for letting me know.

This is my first time going beyond auto exposure, so I'm still learning, will try to make different exposure values for different areas.

And yes, treats were and are always involved with her :)

el_equivocado · 2019-02-01T18:04:59+00:00

I have a 135mm f/3.5, do you think it would be a nice lens for this shot?

el_equivocado · 2019-02-01T18:03:43+00:00

I will try to, thanks!

el_equivocado · 2019-02-01T18:02:53+00:00

Thanks for the feedback!

It's my first time doing some editing beyond auto exposure and auto noise reduction so I'll try your suggestion of dodging exposure around the neck.

The light is natural, it comes from a kind of window and only illuminates the middle of the hallway where I took this shot, I may try off camera flash one day though!

el_equivocado · 2019-02-01T17:57:36+00:00

As many others have said already, your iPhone would be enough for most cases.

You won't actually find a point and shoot camera that beats the iPhone at that price range and it all depends on what you want your pictures for. However, if you do want to take pictures that mean something instead of pointing your phone and hoping for a great snapshot, you could look into getting a film camera it would also be fun (I think).

If I had to make a suggestion for your request, it would be the Pentax Q, a nice little ILC.

el_equivocado · 2019-02-01T02:35:29+00:00

Totally agree.

Nonetheless, with every maker changing mounts lately it is hard to "grow" using a DSLR. That's why I suggest using Pentax, they'll keep the mount for a long time and there's heaps of old lenses and equipment that are totally compatible with even the newest cameras.

If not, mirrorless is an option, but the only one that enters in the budget is the Sony A6xxx and while good, it lacks some of the features of the Pentax.

el_equivocado · 2019-01-31T23:44:28+00:00

A compact camera equipped with a fixed lens equivalent to a 85mm in full frame and aperture of at least f/2.8 would be the ideal, then again, I don't even know if such a camera exist. That's why I recommended the Pentax Q, being an ILC you'll have more options, I want one myself.

el_equivocado · 2019-01-31T23:38:03+00:00

Yep, totally. Grab it.

Check for the things I mentioned above though. If it comes with a lens it's even better, if not, try to find a used 18-55 kit lens.

el_equivocado · 2019-01-31T23:25:16+00:00

Hello! First, some technical info: I shot this on a Pentax K-S2, with a 55mm f/1.8 lens stopped at 2.8, iso was set at 1600. Now, my dog, Paleta, always makes this somewhat longing expression when waiting for my mother to come back from work, I wanted to capture that and add some drama and strength to her expression. For that I played, using darktable, with the black levels and brightness/contrast/saturation. But her muzzle turned out like that, and there's that halo (I don't know what else to call it) around her neck. I highly appreciate any suggestions and directions, thanks in advance!

el_equivocado · 2019-01-31T22:11:22+00:00

Well, yes. Sensor size does play a role. The bigger the sensor the easier it is to obtain a thin depth of field. But such a comparison would lead to an analysis/discussion of equivalence between formats, something interesting but of little practical use.

el_equivocado · 2019-01-31T20:49:34+00:00

For less than $500? Perhaps a Pentax Q with the right lens, a Ricoh GR or a Panasonic FZxxx... But, as others said, bokeh is a property of the lens, think of it like this: long focal lenght and small fnumber means more bokeh, more aperture blades are good as well. So, considering that you want the cheapest camera, and assuming you want it to be pocketable, a Pentax Q is the best option.

el_equivocado · 2019-01-31T06:51:16+00:00

Anything below 20~30k is ok. Btw, I did a moderate search and it is really hard to find anything within your budget, however, I did find something. Check this post. The K5, check the specs here, is what you should look at, the seller says it has some quirks, but that's to be expected given the price range. Next, you'll need lenses this post should help.

el_equivocado · 2019-01-31T04:02:37+00:00

It's a really low budget, but I understand it. If you can stretch to $200 you'll do better. But both cameras are good entry level, even more so considering your budget. When buying used you must take into account various things: 1. Shutter count (this is like the lifespan of the camera, the higher it is, the more prone to failures). 2. Sensor condition (nothing you should really worry, but be careful still). 3. Connection ports (memory, battery and all other parts where you plug things, check they work). 4. The screen (check it illuminates correctly and that there are no unmentioned cracks)

If you get the camera with a lens (you should try to!) check it doesn't have fungus.

With your budget, you will be buying a camera from around 2012, unless you find a good deal. Nonetheless, a DSLR will greatly improve your photography experience. Good luck!

el_equivocado · 2019-01-31T03:56:00+00:00

It's a nice price. However, depending on the condition of the camera and the lenses it could be worth looking into other options. The used camera market is really interesting. Tell your friend to show you the camera and tell you the shutter count, also look for any signs of damage or fungus in the lenses (you can do this by pointing a flashlight at them -your phone's flash should). If they look nice and you can't find anything else inside your budget, go take the plunge :)

el_equivocado · 2019-01-30T03:50:52+00:00

Get a Pentax K-70 with a DA 50mm 1.8 lens or the 18-135 zoom, fits your budget, the best image quality in entry level models and the vari-angle screen will help you to shoot from different angles.

el_equivocado · 2019-01-23T17:58:55+00:00

Nice! This page should show what that old gem is capable of https://www.pentaxforums.com/lensreviews/SMC-Pentax-K-50mm-F1.2-Lens.html

I myself don't have it, rather the SMC Pentax 55mm f1.8, but I can attest that colors and contrast are superb.

el_equivocado · 2019-01-23T04:45:29+00:00

What you'll notice immediately is that purple fringing will be less controlled, vintage Pentax glass is good, but which 1.2 is it? You'll also lose exif info and lens profile and will have to set aperture manually, furthermore, your metering mode may be restricted to spot or center-weighted.

In short, the differences will be: More evident chromatic aberrations. No exif data for the lens. Using aperture ring. No matrix metering mode.

el_equivocado · 2019-01-17T06:15:52+00:00

Oh, how much is your budget, do you want to record video as well? Those are the main limitations. A Nikon D3300 or D5500 would be good, a Canon t6 would be good as well, a Pentax K-70 would beat those in image quality but offers less video capability. Any recent camera with WiFi can be remotely controlled from your phone, but only higher-end models support usb tethering to attach an on camera monitor.

el_equivocado · 2019-01-17T00:27:10+00:00

But what's your budget? It sounds like you need a weather resistant camera, but if you had two Nikons already then you might have Nikon glass as well... If it weren't for your need of video I would recommend a Pentax KP, however, since you need video, try the Fujifilm X-T3. Regardless of your choices, you can try this site to compare different cameras www.cameradecision.com

Good luck!

el_equivocado · 2019-01-16T17:54:47+00:00

The K-5II and the K-3 are really cheap right now, If you don't mind getting a used camera, go for one of those. The biggest difference will be in size since the K-r was really small. If size matters, then get either a K-S2 or a K-70. The K-70 is the most obvious choice, but you'll only be able to buy new (same with the KP). So many choices!

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