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  1. D.T.

    D.T. Specialist Property Manager Business Member

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    I have a nikon DLSR but I wish I had a wider lens, mine only goes to 18mm wish it went down to say 12mm
     
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  2. radson

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    I assume you are talking APS-C? I am a Nikon man through and through but recently picked up an Olympus for something a bit lighter.

    Anyone else on FLickr to Instagram?
     
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  3. EN710

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    no brainer camera with interchangable lenses and settings - try mirrorless I have sony a6000. Newest one a6300 can capture action shot a lot faster. You can buy either the regular lenses or full attachment (or whatever they call the one that you can use in full DSLR)
     
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  4. Phar Lap

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    Each to their own.

    Love to know how has the ipad air "ruined" that photo?
    Looks great as a desktop pic here (full size).
    Subjective I spose.


    Anyway, Im merely stating the fact that an iPad or iphone can be far more portable for the P&S photographer than DSLR with interchange lenses who does not have a clue how to use (as admitted by OP).
     
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  5. geoffw

    geoffw Moderator Staff Member

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    On safari you really need the telephoto. An iPad won't cut it. A safari is different from many other holidays where it's the scenery which is what you are shooting.

    If you are not used to cameras you don't want to be fiddling around changing lenses.

    These are pictures from my daughter's camera. The first one is not as sharp as you might get from an SLR- but then 50x zoom is equivalent to a 1200mm lens on a 35mm camera. I could only dream of one of those in pre digital days.

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  6. inspiredbyprop

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    Agree with with some posters above, definitely try the Sony mirror-less range like the model already mentioned above. One of the many reasons, they take nice pictures and smaller in size compare to the traditional SLR (this is very important to me when travelling).

    I'm not sure if this would suit you but if you'd like something smaller or simpler than SLR, try the Sony HX90V (I've the older model). It has a massive zoom capacity, small and light (usually I put it in my pocket, very handy)
     
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  7. Jerry O

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    For a safari trip.. I would personally take a DSLR with me with a fast telephoto lens.
    IMHO, i will be there to witness the fast and wild side of the animal kingdom. and a simple camera won't capture those moments. I'd go for a:

    DSLR - full frame (or even entry level SLR if on a budget)
    Zoom Lens (Canon/Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 - the Tamron counter part is a cheaper option)
    Wide Angle Lens (Canon/Nikon 24-70mm f2.8 - the Sigma counter part is a cheaper option)

    I can bring a cheaper camera body but I won't compromise on my lenses as these are the ones I need to capture those moments.
     
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    Yes, "safari" as in African, then I agree DSLR with fast tele lens.
    OP said going on safari followed by touring around, I took to mean travel in general. No specific place was mentioned. My bad.
    Cant go wrong with a Canon and put it on Auto everything. Then you just need to learn the basics of composition and away you go.
    Have a good trip!
    Post up shots when you return please.
     
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  10. Ardi

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    Sorry should have been a little clearer, will be going on a couple of safari tours, then a jungle trek and the rest will be sight seeing and kicking back
     
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    I always bring my nikon DSLR + 17-55/2.8 + 80-200/2.8
    DSLR (D80) is bit old, but I invest on the lens..
     
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  12. Paul@PAS

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    Tip : buy and try within 60days before you depart and claim GST on departure. You dont want to get to Outbackfuckistan and find the pics arent quite right. I bought a new camera for a trip and was very unhappy with it. They exchanged and the Nikon is now purrrfect.
     
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    Has to be DSLR, Canon 550D - 600D with cheaper lense Tamron brand if you dont want to spend more on quality Canon Lense ( 24-70mm )
     
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  14. Jerry O

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    Consider the lens below for the two things you wanted to do.
    70-200mm f2.8 for the safari.
    24-70mm f2.8 for the landscape.
     
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  15. radson

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    and with a 1.4 or 2 x teleconverter, the 70 -200 is still pretty fast, especially with the performance nowadays of cameras up to 3,200 ISO.
     
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    Note that desired lens focal length depends on whether the camera has an APS-C (cropped) or full-frame sensor. For example, a 24-70mm zoom on a Nikon DX (APS-C) camera is equivalent to a 36-105mm lens on a full-frame camera.

    A typical wide-angle zoom for an APS-C camera would start at 16-18mm (24-27mm full-frame). If the top of the tele is 300mm, then that's equivalent to 450mm on a full-frame camera.

    If you get an APS-C camera, you can get lenses specifically for that. For example, you can get Nikkor DX lenses for Nikon's DX cameras. While FX lenses for full-frame cameras will still work, the DX lenses are likely to be smaller and cheaper (but can't be used with full-frame cameras).

    And for whatever you consider, read online reviews. Places like dpreview and Thom Hogan's sites.

    GP
     
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  17. Jerry O

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    Look up Matt Granger on youtube. He's an aussie photographer who made a name for himself using video tutorials. I used to shoot with him ages ago when he was just starting. Also look up a few clips from these guys for some photography tips.

    FroKnowsPhotos
    TheSlantedLens
    DigitalRevTV
     
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  18. Ardi

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    Thanks everyone for their advise! Just trying to nail it down a bit. I went to the local camera house yesterday and the first and only camera they recommended was the Nikkon P900.
    At the moment I am looking at the following 3, any further advise welcome! As I do not have a full understanding of the true zoom....

    P900 - Huge zoom although the sensor is small. No RAW
    Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 - Not sure if the zoom is enough?
    Sony A6000 - Recommended by a few on here...
     
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  19. geoffw

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    FWIW

    The A600 is an interchangeable lens camera. To get the equivalent zoom as some of the compacts you would be spending a lot more money and have a lot more stuff to carry around. The Sony FX300 would be a better choice.

    The Lumix FZ1000 does have a limited zoom. If you were going anywhere else other than a safari it would be enough. It won't be enough for you IMO.

    Have a look at the FZ300. The aperture is quite good for a zoom, though 24x might not quite cut it. You can shoot raw.

    Nikon also have a P610, a P700 is due out just about now. They have 60x zoom and come in lighter, and you can shoot in raw- in case that's of concern.
     
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