TheGoofster
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What I'm trying to do (I recently got a D5000) is try to learn and apply 2 or 3 new things every week (starting with the more basic things, and working my way up to some of the harder options)
If you look at all the features the camera offers, and read all the incredible things that are posted here, it can almost get overwhelming. This way, you can just focus on 2 or 3 new things and try and get a good understanding of them before trying something else.
I'm also trying to do the same thing with my editing program (I also just recently got Paint Shop Pro Photo Ultimate X2). There is so much that these programs can do that it too can be overwhelming if you try and take it all in at once.
Another thing you should do is try and experiment as much as possible. One of the best things about digital cameras if being able to shoot as much as you want, and you don't need to worry about the cost of film development.
So just keep shooting away every chance you get, and try and incorporate a new thing or two every week or so. Also, feel free to post any question you have (if it's not already being discussed). There is no such thing as a dumb question, and there are some really, really helpful people here who can probably answer any question you have. I know I have learned so much from the great advice I've received here.
But, most importantly, just make sure you have fun with your new camera.
If you look at all the features the camera offers, and read all the incredible things that are posted here, it can almost get overwhelming. This way, you can just focus on 2 or 3 new things and try and get a good understanding of them before trying something else.
I'm also trying to do the same thing with my editing program (I also just recently got Paint Shop Pro Photo Ultimate X2). There is so much that these programs can do that it too can be overwhelming if you try and take it all in at once.
Another thing you should do is try and experiment as much as possible. One of the best things about digital cameras if being able to shoot as much as you want, and you don't need to worry about the cost of film development.
So just keep shooting away every chance you get, and try and incorporate a new thing or two every week or so. Also, feel free to post any question you have (if it's not already being discussed). There is no such thing as a dumb question, and there are some really, really helpful people here who can probably answer any question you have. I know I have learned so much from the great advice I've received here.
But, most importantly, just make sure you have fun with your new camera.
. I am taking a class [for free] at a local camera shop and then I am looking to read the manual from cover to cover. I bought an 8Gig card and I have been taking pictures like a crazy person. I hope to learn the absolute basics before my next trip to WDW. I can totally empathize with you though. Good luck!
Just kidding I bought the Tamron 18mm-270mm 3.5-6.3 with their version of VR it's my walk around lens at the WDW.I have the 35mm 1.8 nikon and I love that lens for low light.Thinking about getting another Tamron 2.8f they are a decent lens.It all depends on how much you can spend and what you want too take pictures of.Good Luck on picking the right lens
Also, I would not put too much faith in Nikon being cheaper than Canon on accessories. It can fluctuate either way depending on what you are talking about.
