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Technology gets cheaper every day - I remember buying a Sony DSC-T1 5 megapixel compact camera back in 2003/04 for $1k.Originally Posted by gamblor916
These days, you can pick up superior compacts for about $100.
DSLR's aren't expensive, it's the lenses that are - I give it a month before you start exploring other lens options.
Indeed - can't wait to see your pics taken with that lightbox of yours.Let the fun begin
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For those of you who want a cheap DIY alternative to a lightbox, I found this via a quick google search. I'm tempted to give it a try.
http://www.digital-photography-schoo...ive-light-tent
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Thank you very much for that link Jena, for poorpers like myself this could just be the ticket.
Mind you, the level of quality that is being obtained by other members now is simply staggering!
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I think I have the basics of ISO, Aperature and Shutter priorities. Thanks for all the help, this thread has become a Godsend and my main resource during this learning curve.
I think a lot of the blame rests on me because I am impatient and when buying a DSLR I figured I could just take it out of the box and take perfect photos.
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I'm thinking of making one for myself, and I suppose if members wanted to make it more sturdy I'm sure a frame similar to the box could be made out of wood. It would still be cheap. I remember at Uni when we'd have to do some product photography, we would just use white card and a lamp!Thank you very much for that link Jena, for poorpers like myself this could just be the ticket.
Mind you, the level of quality that is being obtained by other members now is simply staggering!
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Here is the exact light box I use. I don't remember paying that much but it does come with the lights.
There is also plenty of decent sized light boxes on ebay. They usually start from around $20 with free shipping
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I'd rather be a cheapo and make one, because I prefer to shoot outside in natural light anyway. I like trying to get realistic looking moments with my toys out in the real world. It's fun.
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When I first started taking pics, I used a clear storage tub (as a lightbox) as it filtered out the light glare, but of late, I've stopped using it altogether and have found that my pics have actually improved (probably attributed to a better understanding of camera settings).
I haven't seen any need to get a proper light box/tent thus far, but seeing as I've bought pretty much every other camera accessory already, it may be time to buy one and experiment with it.
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Tripods
Thought I would post regarding tripods since they're an integral part of photography.
Prices range from the obscenely cheap stuff ($20) to the hundred's.
So I guess it all depends how hardcore you are (or how big your bank account is) as to whether you want to splurge on a tripod made out of carbon composite (or some other exotic material).
Personally I went the ultra cheap method initially and went with a $20 jobbie I found at Officeworks.
Do yourself a favour and don't buy it! It's the biggest P.O.S ever - it lasted a week.
One of the adjustments broke (since it's made of cheap brittle plastic) and I wasn't very impressed with it's ability to cope outdoors either (as it was quite flimsy).
Subsequently to replace it, I was recommended this one for $55 which I have been very happy with since it's certainly very solidly constructed (for excellent stability) and the price was reasonable.
Anyways, just my 2c.
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Added another lens to the collection today: EF 50mm f/2.5 Macro
Didn't really need a second macro lens (since I already have the Tamron 60mm), but it was 'cheap', so why not?
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