Which older DSLR for backpacking trip with a limited budget?

christiani

I've ended up buying both a D300 and a Pentax K-50, and I'll take the one I prefer with me, after trying them both out. I'll let you know how I get on!

Ugg10

Nice one, not so Budget then, what lenses did you get with them as that may make a difference in the results you get.

If you have not already it is worth reading up on the exposure triangle (relationship between shutter speed, aperture and ISO) as this will provide a good basis for your photos and hopefully provide a better chance of getting the results you are looking for. On top of that it is worth understanding depth of field/view vs aperture and also shutter speed vs ISO plus vibration/stability control for low light photos (i.e. stopping motion either hand held or in the picture). Sorry if I am trying to teach granny to suck eggs but worth stating the obvious sometimes.

christiani

Tell me about it haha I'll sell the one I don't get on with, so it'll be budget... in the end!

Thanks for the info. This is all new to me, so will definitely read up on that mate, thanks!

shotokan101

Digital Photography Tutorials

snerkler

I find these useful too, although pretty much go over the same things
Photography Tips for Beginners

bazza1603

What won???

AMc

Looks like we'll never know!

                                                                       

compasiune11

If you want great colors grab a Canon  APS-C.
If you whnat great high dinamic range and good resolution, then buy a Nikon or Sony with the kit lens.

snerkler

That's subjective, I prefer Nikon colours

12harry

FWIW a holiday "Backpacking" really should be about "weight-reduction"
-Unless OP has some existing kit (eg  Lenses) which are "essential" .
The debate between APSC and Micro4/3 is tricky as both are smaller/lighter than Full-Frame ( which is also VERY expensive ).
A modest mirrorless, with either a fixed-zoom ( being more compact and better protected usually) -or a modest zoom "should" be a good choice  - - - and if it's looking "like a Compact" should not cause any issues when abroad.
If it has an HD movie-mode, so much the better, as this will (should!) record decent Audio to give any slideshow some "Extra" - even if the movie isn't yet wanted, it is another aspect of the trip which a "Still" cannot convey.... er, IMHO.
OP needs to have plenty of storage   batteries!
Whilst a 3:1 Zoom is somewhat restrictive, these KIT lenses are quite compact and decent aperture - if OP needs to take Sunsets, then a Series taken, using a tripod or clamp, will convey the beauty - and as others have stated.... most cameras have a "Sunset Scene" facility - just remember to return to "normal" afterwards.

Good Tripping!