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giftlovee

starter camera recommendations

Recommendations

Hello! I just made this account because I don’t know where else to ask and I don’t really know anything about cameras/photography but I want to learn! I also am not good with reddit this is my first time posting so please bear with me!!💔 I'm open minded to any feedback / suggestions.

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  • Budget: 200-500 USD for the camera only + I don't think I'm aiming for a camera with extra accessories yet unless necessary
  • Country: United States
  • Condition: New or Used but in good condition
  • Type of Camera: I'm honestly not sure what type would best suit what I'm looking for
  • Intended Use: videography and photography!
  • End use: probably just for my personal social media, i don’t intend to make a career or something... just as a long-term hobby!
  • Photography Style: I'm not too familiar with photography styles but probably documentary, landscape, or like candid style shots?
  • Videography Style: Documentary style maybe? I wanna get into filming concerts and things similar to those like DIY shows! I’m not sure what that is considered so sorry!!
  • Features I need: Good quality in dark lighting/back lighting, and easy to carry
  • What features would be nice: the above still applies for this I guess I'm not really sure what else
  • Portability: Shoulder Strap or Small Bag would be best because I want something light
  • Cameras I'm Considering: None really lol
  • Cameras I've Owned: I have a small Minolta digital camera that works well for me but the video + sound quality is not the greatest. The picture quality is pretty good imo but too dark or too bright lights can turn the photo grainy so it's not the best for what I want to do!

Thank you for taking your time to read this and so sorry for any mistakes or if I sound clueless!!!

Posted Jul 27, 2026, 6:58 AM UTC

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