for like an amature lomographer, is this a good first lomography camera?
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In a word: No. This is good only in the sense that 35mm film is more convenient (easier to find, process, and scan) than 120. The Diana's one great advantage is its half-frame mode which saves you money by giving you twice as many pictures on a roll of film. However, square mode is a film-waster and the camera has many mechanical issues which may vex a beginner - as well as baffle the print machine at the 1-hour photo counter! Without having used one, just based on what I've read about it compared with my Diana experiences I'd recommend the Lomography La Sardina instead. It depends on your experience level. If you are already familiar with using clunky halfway-broken old film cameras, then shooting with the Diana Mini will feel like coming home. If you've never shot film before, there are things about it which might drive you insane.
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I'd have to agree with J.W Kennedy, it is very quirky. I'd suggest the Fisheye or La Sardina cameras for a true beginner. Even the Holga would be a bit easier (although that uses 120 film).
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I chose the Sony HX1. It isn't perfect, but it fit my needs (action shots, low light) The panorama is pretty cool too. Some pictures of my first time out with the camera: http://www.flickr.com/photos/kdemerly/sets/72157623202912683/
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Definitely! I have been very pleased with mine. Experiment with apertures and shutter speeds. Even without a tripod I've had good results.
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Absolutely. It it's an excellent camera. Great photos, fun and useful scene modes. Underwater shots come out awesome. Many compliments from anyone I show photos to. I've given mine some rough use and it takes it in stride. You will be glad you saved the money...a friend has the lumix and I don't see the need to spend any more that I did on my Olympus. Love it!
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Its a good camera for novice photographers. If you have experience, there are better buys.
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I've only taken one low light photo, and it turned out well. However, I still would not recommend this camera. It's heavy and not particularly user friendly.
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this would be a great camrea just for that. it will take great shoots, but team that up with a good speed flash and you got a killer camera.
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Technically it has incredible Image Quality, so not just a good 1st, it's a keeper. It is more a question of preferences: If you like menus to control your camera, there are many others you could look at, however if you prefer dedicated dials like on film cameras for shutter speed, aperture and focus, it is Leica or Fuji X... I started with a Nikon F2, it went with me to every corner of the world. When digital came about I couldn't warm up to menus, did have a G10 that was quite good, but now with the X-E2 I am truly enjoying photography again. Keep in mind, it is not about the technology, it is about what you do with it, which also means once you find a camera you really like you can stay with it for a very long time, it should become an extension of your eyesight...
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I agree. Make sure your lens is decent. Other than that it takes great photos!
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Hi Allison, I think this is a very good DSLR camera, and also the smallest. I love Olympus cameras since they have one of the best algorithms to process light into pixels, thus ensuring excellent picture quality.Regards,Andras Heimann
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Yes, it is. And the videos are pretty decent. For a minimum investment, this camera is very good.
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Yes, since I Bought it I hadn't the opportunity to use it a lot of times so you can see my few attempts with it on http://www.astrobin.com/users/andremeneghetti/ Compared to my other camera, enjoined so much, just need to get some experience and get some good results, I recommend it!
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If you're a new photographer it will do a good job for you. The price can't be beat. It will work with that camera! You will have both wide angle and telephoto!
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Yes, it's a great camera but don't overpay (no more than $400). You could also look into the canon rebels.
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Absolutely NOT. Is a very simple camera good for a person who doesnt't want to make many adjustments. The lens dont have how to screw anything on it.
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I have already a Lumix ( not this one ) and I found it to be an excellent camera. I use it for food photography and have owned it for quite a few years. Being a Leica fan I bought the D-Lux 6 and I am very happy with it. I believe the quality is similar but I find the Leica a little more versatile with both manual and automatic capabilities. For the serious photographer it is the right choice. I say that without knowledge to LX100 but with the experience of my own Lumix.
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Yes it is very easy to use, but doesn't match the capabilities of a DSLR. But it it does work well.