Prior to 2011 the most frequently asked question I received was “Who takes your photos?” …and the answer was & is me. But since the beginning of the year, the question has changed to “What kind of camera do you use?” And here, my friends, is the answer to that question.
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I use a
Nikon D5000 Digital SLR Camera
but it doesn’t stop there. The camera is fantastic, but the lens – as well as the right settings creates the blurred edges and backgrounds that so many of you ask me about.
I use a
50mm f/1.4G SIC SW Prime Nikkor Lens
for 99% of the photos you see on my blog. The only time I use the standard lens that came with the camera is when I am too close to the object or objects to get a full shot with the prime lens and I need more of the composition in focus {like in my closet post}.
I waited several years before buying a digital SLR because as crazy as it sounds, I sort of didn’t want to step on photographer’s toes and also, I didn’t want to learn how to use a more professional camera when I thought my little Canon powershots were working just fine. In 2009 I upgraded to what I thought was a better powershot but I was wrong. It does have more options but still couldn’t give me what I was looking for. Every time I see an old post, I kick myself for not purchasing a DSLR sooner. I finally get the photos that I’ve visualized in my head all these years that a powershot and photoshop just could not produce.
Here’s a great example: LeRoy on the LEFT is via the Canon Powershot & LeRoy on the RIGHT is via the Nikon with the prime lens on manual settings. {sans photoshopping}
I’m still learning what all the settings on the Nikon do but have at least found the settings I need to get the photos I want. I learned easily by watching the DVDs that came with the camera and getting a few tips from my brother as well.
Here’s one more example of the difference between the powershot left & the SLR right
*Note: Canon makes sensational DSLRs as well. I just happened to go with Nikon. And now, after I set up the shot, my husband takes all of my outfit photos.
