Canon or Nikon? That is the question.
The war between Canon and Nikon fans fought on Forums, Blogs and Social Networks. You can't write a bad opinion on one of these brands without being accused to follow Canonism or Nikonism and to take money from the respective manufacturers.
At this point I’d like to spend some words, many people say that I’m a Nikonist and I have a bad opinion on Canon's cameras because Nikon pays me, I’m sorry but It’s not true, although I admit that I wouldn't mind earning something from Nikon, but the harsh truth is that Nikon doesn't pay me; I use a Nikon but I don’t worship it, I just use it to take pictures, unlike those that before sleeping say their prayers to their Canon (or Nikon); the articles that I publish are sent by other users, developed by discussions on different forums or blogs (many articles are mine too but I always prefer to entrust experts and read up) and then passed under x-rays to prove their “Truth”.
I've also published positive Canon reviews (passed unnoticed) and I don't care if my Nikon D90 is inferior to another camera, I use it just to take pictures, I’m open to any opinion and to publish articles written by other users (as long as they don't provide highly subjective opinion instead than a technical one). Now let's get back to the subject...
Canon or Nikon? A terrible doubt when you plan to buy your first reflex. Once I read this comment "if you have to choose between a Nikon and a Canon ask someone who uses a Leica".
Now let’s face the heart of the matter, which is better of both brands?
After reading several discussions, trying some reflex from both brands, I can say that both take pictures (crazy isn't it!?), the more expensive models can make you a coffee if you need one; the only comparison you can do is the quality-price-ratio, there isn’t an absolutely better brand, the balance of power varies with the periods and the new models on market.
Talking about differences, there are always little things, magnified by marketing. Do you want to know from a webmaster why in blogs you can find comparisons between cameras? Because they make them earn money thanks to AdSense (not surely a bribe from Nikon or Canon) and assure many visits, and that shows how nowadays people think more about having the camera with a little more than reading up on what photography really is!
2 or 3 megapixel less or a shutter speed that doesn't allow you to take a picture of a missile are not an handicap so vital in a photographer’s career, I still think that the difference is made by the man behind the camera.
Think about the great photographers of the past and the cameras they used, almost toys compared to our reflexes, and nevertheless their pictures are still beautiful, immortal masterpieces!
Translation by Nina Kozul
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9 commenti:
Yes it's all about the image and it's intended use. Both brands are capable of producing stunning work.
We have a foot in both camps here, plus our "Jake The Peg" is in the film camp.... the art is using the right tool for the job.
"When a tradesman wants to drive a nail he picks up a hammer..."
Cheers Russell
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Hello.
I do think brands are important, although not to the extent of losing friends in fighting over it.
Comparisons between models of certain brands are important when I want to buy something that are of almost equal quality. For example, when I wanted to buy my first DSLR, I went online to make some research, saw some videos from Cameralabs, etc.
Finally I made my decision as to what was best for MY NEEDS. I think that is what's more important, what the consumer needs, rather than which brand is better than another.
Of course, that's just my opinion.
It's like Democrats and Republicans; both camps think they have the superior choice, and deride anyone who chooses otherwise.
And, just like in politics, too many people get drawn into the whole 'Us -vs- Them' mentality and feel that they can only pick one of the two.
Personally, my camera choice reflected my political leanings - I have a Sony Alpha and I'm quite pleased with it. (Especially considering the cost difference) And I find it's kind of nice to be an 'outsider' when it comes to such things.
I think you buy your first camera as a result of intriduction(s) by peers and then you get attached to it as the lenses are the real asset that you have; and will fit only a nikon or a canon body.
Navendu
Sony FTW!!! The sensor of The nikon cameras is provided by Sony, and they buy Minolta, the world largest manufacturer of analog cameras... When you get a Sony you get the best mechanism and optics from Minolta plus the best electronics from Sony. Also Sony alpha have the largest catalog of Carl Zeiss lens for their camera.
Hi!
I usually take photos with my Canon, but so far I understand there are advantages/handicaps in both brands...
For sure I took my best photos with an old mechanic Zeiss... :-)
ciao! Alba
I think both are beautiful machines I owned a Canon and Currently own a Nikon all because the button layout is more convinient for me. I love the little things like that.
"the difference is made by the man behind the camera." so true, you didn't need to say more.
Have a nice day.
i ALWAYS say, when having a discussion with someone about Nikon vs Canon...if the man (or woman :) behind the camera is not good, there is no point in discussing.
A great photographer doesnt take the perfect picture. Or at least this is not how i intend it.
A great photographer, can make a picture "speak" and "communicate" a feeling to the person that watches.
That's all that counts.
Of course with better cameras you can obtain particular effects,which sometimes are really good but other than that, the heart is the most important thing.
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