LIVE AMA with Hannah Rheaume

[avmil]

Do you have recommendations for an easy camera for a beginner?

[Hannah]

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Do you have recommendations for an easy camera for a beginner?

I think one thing I will say, maybe a hot take, is that I don’t agree with the saying “just use your iPhone.” If photography IS a hobby you enjoy and spend time doing, and you have the means to invest a little in a camera, then there's nothing like a camera with all the buttons and dials to tinker with.

That said, there are sooo many beginner friendly cameras. So ask yourself these questions:

1. How much do you want to spend and what is your budget?
2. Do you want a point and shoot or a camera that allows interchangeable lenses?
3. Research camera brands and the ecosystem that you’ll be investing in
4. Do you want a full frame or APS-C (crop sensor) camera?
5. Consider where the photos are going and how many pixels you want (lower pixels=less resolution and less versatility in how it can be used/ more pixels = more versatility and resolution).
6. What are you photographing?
7. Before purchasing - rent your desired camera to see if you like it.

My recommendations are: Full frame: Sony Alpha 7C ll // APS-C: Sony Alpha 6700 // Point and shoot: Sony ZV 1-ll // Splurge: Sony Alpha 7 IV // Budget friendly full frame: Sony Alpha 7 ll

ALSO! The used camera market is also an option. Just make sure you do your research and get the shutter count before you buy to ensure the camera still has lots of life in it 🙂

[avmil]

Do you have recommendations for an easy camera for a beginner?

This is really helpful. Thank you!

[Hannah]

Do you have recommendations for an easy camera for a beginner?

Of course! I'm happy it's helpful :) It can be intimidating with sooooo many options. But when you narrow it down to what, precisely, it is you're looking for it makes things a little easier.