My Sony Cybershot point-n-shoot camera has been dropped way too many times, so it was finally time to bite the bullet and buy a new camera. I purchased my first digital SLR and I haven't had much time to play with it yet. Actually, I'm a little intimidated by it.
I decided to go out in my back yard and try out one of the settings for close-ups. I am amazed that I am the one who took this photo. The flower looks like it is floating! This just might be fun after all!
I love my Sony Cybershot. I would have gotten another. I'm keeping a Canon camera alive. Third time out of the shop
Anna Banana - I subscribed to his blog, but I don't think I could understand a word he is saying until I can get my feet under this camera.
Wallace - my Sony Cybershot still goes with me wherever I go, but it was time for a new camera that could do a little more. Three times in the shop? Ouch!
Well if this photo is one of your first shots with your new camera, I'm thinking you made a fine choice in losing the point and shoot for the DSLR.
Craig - Thanks! My camera is smart enough to tell me I still have the lens cap on. But it's really nice about it, it tells me "it's too dark to take a photo". Much better than "take the lens cap off, dummy!". And I'm having a tough time remembering to turn the camera off when I'm done. My point-n-shoot turned itself off after a couple minutes of non-action.
Cynthia, you will only have more and more fun, just start clicking away! That is a beautiful shot, great job!
It does indeed look like it is floating! You'll be joining the ranks of Michael Thornton and Kristine Ginsberg soon!
Andrea - thanks ... this camera has more buttons than my car!
Cindy - Now that's a compliment!
Very nice, Cynthia. An absolutely stunning photo for a first try, but today’s DSLR cameras do make things much easier.
I LOVE the photo Cynthia. And I've been browsing around tonight looking for things to make me smile. This did it.
Beautiful Spring flower. . . SLR cameras will make you a good photographer. . just learn the basics
Nice photo Cynthia. Not to put any pressure on you, but now that you are the proud owner of a fancy new camera I'll be expecting some Ansel Adams like photography featured on your blog.
It does appear to be floating! Can't wait to get my new camera. I know I've been saying that for months. I've decided that I need to get it next week, no matter what!
Cynthia, I am proud to see you using your new Nikon camera. This flower almost appears to be 3D and really pops…
Russel - today's SLR's mean that even I can take a great photo, you're right.
Tammy - yeah, glad you liked the flower.
Fernando - the basics is probably as far as I get unless I get the photo bug.
Malcolm - no pressure????
Donna - I've been looking for months as well. Finally decided on the Nikon 3100.
Paul - Thanks! This camera has a menu that helps you adjust the camera to the settings you need without having to understand camera lingo. It's good for a beginner like me.
Cynthia,
A picture like that makes you a photographer. Keep up the good work!
Brian
LOL, Brian, thank you. I need to watch the DVD's and learn the basics! The camera is doing all the work!
Good evening, Cynthia. What's there not to like about columbines. Cool shot...
Wow Cynthia! I love the way you can see all the different shades of purples and greens.
Wow, that is one gorgeous photo, Cynthia - I think I have camera envy! :-)
Michael - columbines ... is that what those are?
Janice - Isn't it cool? I've never had a camera that would bring a focal point so forward!
Karen - I'm excited about the possibilites ... time for me to learn how to use it now.
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