Whats the best digital camera for wildlife photography?

Question

I know its all about the lens,but you need a camera as well with it right?So which one is the best i wanna now.
thanks

Answer 1

When I attended the Wildlife Photography Contest viewing at the Smithsonian I noticed that the Nikon D2x was a favorite and the Canon EOS-1 Mark III a close second.



Interestingly, both are APS-C cameras. Which probably isn't a surprising choice for wildlife photographers.

Answer 2

Without knowing where I live or how much I earn and the kind of place I would like to live in, can you suggest me a house to buy ? Give us more information about the budget, the equipment that you already have, the kind of wildlife you are interested in and to what level do you want to go? How much time do you want to spend on photography and what do you know about photography at present ?

Answer 3

There are many bests. You will need an SLR. These are the only cameras that can accept the long lenses that are needed for wildlife photography. The best lenses are made for Canon and Nikon cameras. Start there. Any of their dSLRs will do, even an entry level one. The choice comes down to sensor size. 35 mm sensors (misnamed "full frame") give the best images. APS-C sized sensors, however, are preferred by some because they give additional "reach" for telephoto lenses. Moreover, most people couldn't tell the difference between a print from a 35mm sensor and one from an APS-C sensor.



You will also need a tripod.

Answer 4

Since you will be out in the field, the ruggedness of the camera is important too, and how well it's sealed against the elements. Pentax dslr's like the k20d have very good seals, and I can attest to their ruggedness. Of course Nikon and Canon also have models that are well sealed too. Do a little research on their home pages, or in the camera mags and find out which ones are sealed best and will survive outdoor use best.

Answer 5

Try focusing on three brands:



1) Olympus

2) Nikon

3) Canon

Answer 6

EOS 5D Mark II Camera By Canon



With the EOS 5D Mark II, Canon has made some significant interface changes Sense the EOS 5D Mark I, upped the pixel count from 12 to 21 megapixels, improved the high ISO performance and expanded the ISO range, and added the ability to shoot high definition video. The result is a great camera made better. Here is a picture and a review:

http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Canon_EOS_5D_Mark_II/

And heres where you can buy the camera directly from canon and look at the specifications:

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=17662#ModelTechSpecsAct

Answer 7

As Robert says, the Pentax K20.

Well built and ideal, especially with 14.6mp.

But the lens is the most important of all.

A minimum of 300mm for sure.

Answer 8

If by wildlife you mean the club scene or party circuit, then I suggest a small thin unobtrusive point and shoot camera. Any one will do, but the sony ones and the lumix ones are pretty stylish.

Answer 9

its all horses for courses. if your prepared to pay for a brand new box of tricks, theres lots of good choices...



however, if your broke, like the rest of us, look at Olympus E1. its got a magneisum alloy body and is well sealed against rain and dust. (though changing lenses in the sahara isnt a good idea) but in that respect, theyre all the same.



and any 4/3rds lens will fit it. however its only 6mp... and costs around 150 quid... (body only) add 100 quid a lens... 14-40 17-45 40-150) though there are lots of other makes, inc some very long trick glass...

Answer 10

You "wanna now"?

Excuse me? What exactly do you wanna now? What is "wanna" and what is "now"?

I think what you mean is, you "want to know"? Is that correct? Your English is somewhat deficient, though if you are perhaps Latvian or Lithuanian, maybe Polish or Hungarian, I would then say your English is very good, better than some native born English speakers whose language is simply appalling.

With regard to your question, camera make is totally irrelevant. Disregard all the so-called advice you'll get here.

Answer 11

Nikon SLR should be good - with a x10 zoom and higher telephoto like 600mm to 800mm

Answer 12

If you are really on a budget and want the best quality for the money, check out the P&S Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 [with a Leica lense and Live View] which has more features than most pro DSLRs that require auxiliary lenses not even equal to the single initial full-range lense that comes with the FZ28. It is reviewed at:



http://www.steves-digicams.com/camera-reviews/panasonic/lumix-dmc-fz28/panasonic-lumix-dmc-fz28-review-5.html



It's an all-in-one 10.1 megapixel digital camera which includes (i) built-in image stabilization and Live Action viewer; (ii) HD720 quality video [Quicktime] which permits zooming while videoing skateboarding, action sports; (iii) a 18x zoom [27 - 486 mm (35mm equiv.)] "Leica" lense for "wildlife/nature" and concert photography; (iv) up to 0.39 inch macro option; (v) up to 6400 ASA; (vi) takes up to 380 pictures per 120 min. battery charge; (vii) has a "burst speed" of 13 fps; and sells new for $430 at amazon.com. in the U.S.



Here's an actual handheld picture of the moon:



http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/ciu/bf/1b/a83ac060ada0881604bad110.L.jpg



Good luck!