I've been interested in photography for a long time and I decided to start this summer. What interests me most is the pictures of sports. So I need a camera that is good for taking pictures in motion. I tried a Nikon d5000 and I fell in love with it. Before buying one, I would like to hear what you think of it.

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If you want to take sports photos, I would suggest a camera with high FPS, 5 FPS or better would be nice. You're also going to need a fast flash to keep up with the camera. When you're using the flash you really shouldn't need a fast lens, getting an f/4 lens that is extremely sharp would probably be better over a slightly less sharp and twice as expensive f/2.8 lens. IS is also pretty much useless when everything is moving, so don't bother paying extra for it.

I personally shoot Canon, however the D5000 seems to be a good choice to start out.


This post was edited by kratos on Feb 20 2011 11:08am

Also, since I'm starting.. How much is a GOOD camera to start ? I know it varies alot , but like, is 500$ fine ? I thought about buying one used.

Thanks, I also the Canon EOS-1 in Art of Flight ( redbull snowboarding movie ) and it seemed cool , and its like 300$ cheaper, let me know what you think of it,

BTW What do you prefer between canon and nikon ?

Budget?


as for your question, for sports i would use nikon over canon any day.

Budget is around 500$ to start.. Camera only, no lens, no fisheye ( Ill buy one couple month after I get cam )
I konw D-5000 is 650$ new , but I saw one, used ( 5000 clics ) for 500$

Go with a D3s after you sell a nut to afford it.

D300s is ok.

personally i would stay away from the D300
rather get the D700 or stick to a D7000


also look at a used D90 instead of a D5000, imo its a better buy

too low budget to suggest any camera. 1d mkI is really really good and hands down best choice, but only if you shoot outdoors so you got enough light.