7 Comments to “Do you have to have a substancial amount of skill to purchase a nikon d90?”
goldwing on May 30, 2009
It will operate on all levels…it is the ideal point and shoot camera,never misses the mark. It allows you to grow if you want. It is not that an expensive camera considering all the options it offers, and it will not be obsolete in the near future, for there is only so much camera anyone can use. The flash is excellent, the focus is excellent, the auto selection of ISO, Shutter, and Aperature are excellent…truely a great camera.
But of course, I knew what you meant. You can always take photography course after you buy this camera. Learn about composition, exposure, and all other basic things you need to know, and you will be able to put it to good use.
Tracer Bullet on June 4, 2009
Ummm…nope..just money.
Sound Labs on June 6, 2009
You don’t need to be a pro to use the D90 or any dSLR no matter how expensive. You could set it in auto and get fine results.
But to truly get the most out of it, to expand your creativity, spending some time online reading the various photography information out there would be helpful. Taking some photography classes would be great, but getting your feet wet with some online material or a book would give you a better chance in class so that you aren’t completely green and wondering what everyone is talking about.
When I purchased my first dSLR I had already owned two compact digital cameras, and spent some amount of time learning a bit about photography online.
But when I actually had a dSLR in my hands for the first few days, I realized I had no idea what everything on the camera menu and dials meant, and that I needed to educate myself big time.
There is a lot of free information out there, soak it up, it’s worth it.
Nikon D90 is really easy. I would know because i just bought mine a few weeks ago. My very first SLR. I’m not really that serious about photography. And I was clueless of how to use it and which mode i had to use or which dials to turn at first. But the moment I turned it on, It wasn’t that difficult at all to get a good(normal) shot. And in your free time you can read a paragraph or two about simple things about the Nikon D90, Nikon Lenses and a bit of how to take good pictures. If you know so much as the basics then you’re all set. You need not know more. You’ll learn them through experience. But on the other hand, if you’re low on budget, you can buy a cheaper one like the Nikon D40, just as easy. And like they say, there are lots of free online support and information that you can get on the web. But if you don’t want even a slightest bit of stress or problem, just stick to the point & shoots camera.
So to answer your Q, the asnwer would be “No, you don’t need to have a substancial amount of skill to purchase a a Nikon D90″ and it wouldn’t be pointless even if you don’t take photography seriously.
Paul on June 10, 2009
These nikon DSLR’s are quite big for just “carrying around”. I have a D70 and will be getting a D90 as I do take it seriously, and shoot some things that would be hard with a smaller camera. But, frankly both my son and I also have the mid range Canon IS series cameras and they can take EXCELLENT pictures and offer FULL manual control as well as the all important aperture priority.
Frankly, if you don’t want to know the difference between all the different modes of shooting (white balance, ISO, aperture, shutter priority, etc.) you will be spending way more than you need to to get great pictures.
You might see for some great down to earth comments about the various Nikon cameras.
Good Luck.
photo guy on June 12, 2009
If you know how to buy something with a credit card, then there isn’t much skill to it.
However, if you want to know how to use it, that is a different story. It is a good camera for all levels, entry and photo enthusiasts.
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goldwing on May 30, 2009
It will operate on all levels…it is the ideal point and shoot camera,never misses the mark. It allows you to grow if you want. It is not that an expensive camera considering all the options it offers, and it will not be obsolete in the near future, for there is only so much camera anyone can use. The flash is excellent, the focus is excellent, the auto selection of ISO, Shutter, and Aperature are excellent…truely a great camera.
Pooky on May 31, 2009
To purchase it? Money is what one needs.
But of course, I knew what you meant. You can always take photography course after you buy this camera. Learn about composition, exposure, and all other basic things you need to know, and you will be able to put it to good use.
Tracer Bullet on June 4, 2009
Ummm…nope..just money.
Sound Labs on June 6, 2009
You don’t need to be a pro to use the D90 or any dSLR no matter how expensive. You could set it in auto and get fine results.
But to truly get the most out of it, to expand your creativity, spending some time online reading the various photography information out there would be helpful. Taking some photography classes would be great, but getting your feet wet with some online material or a book would give you a better chance in class so that you aren’t completely green and wondering what everyone is talking about.
When I purchased my first dSLR I had already owned two compact digital cameras, and spent some amount of time learning a bit about photography online.
But when I actually had a dSLR in my hands for the first few days, I realized I had no idea what everything on the camera menu and dials meant, and that I needed to educate myself big time.
There is a lot of free information out there, soak it up, it’s worth it.
Good luck.
fratrix on June 9, 2009
Nikon D90 is really easy. I would know because i just bought mine a few weeks ago. My very first SLR. I’m not really that serious about photography. And I was clueless of how to use it and which mode i had to use or which dials to turn at first. But the moment I turned it on, It wasn’t that difficult at all to get a good(normal) shot. And in your free time you can read a paragraph or two about simple things about the Nikon D90, Nikon Lenses and a bit of how to take good pictures. If you know so much as the basics then you’re all set. You need not know more. You’ll learn them through experience. But on the other hand, if you’re low on budget, you can buy a cheaper one like the Nikon D40, just as easy. And like they say, there are lots of free online support and information that you can get on the web. But if you don’t want even a slightest bit of stress or problem, just stick to the point & shoots camera.
So to answer your Q, the asnwer would be “No, you don’t need to have a substancial amount of skill to purchase a a Nikon D90″ and it wouldn’t be pointless even if you don’t take photography seriously.
Paul on June 10, 2009
These nikon DSLR’s are quite big for just “carrying around”. I have a D70 and will be getting a D90 as I do take it seriously, and shoot some things that would be hard with a smaller camera. But, frankly both my son and I also have the mid range Canon IS series cameras and they can take EXCELLENT pictures and offer FULL manual control as well as the all important aperture priority.
Frankly, if you don’t want to know the difference between all the different modes of shooting (white balance, ISO, aperture, shutter priority, etc.) you will be spending way more than you need to to get great pictures.
You might see for some great down to earth comments about the various Nikon cameras.
Good Luck.
photo guy on June 12, 2009
If you know how to buy something with a credit card, then there isn’t much skill to it.
However, if you want to know how to use it, that is a different story. It is a good camera for all levels, entry and photo enthusiasts.