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<blockquote data-quote="Pretzel" data-source="post: 186236" data-attributes="member: 12257"><p>So, as I consider continuing my studies and going into the intermediate levels, my next class involves detachable flash instruction... and I began digging.</p><p></p><p>I got into the D3100 as a beginner on a budget, and I've been enjoying every minute of shooting with it. The itch has settled in, and I've decided that this is something I want to continue with, eventually setting up, perhaps, some outdoor portrait shoots, etc. Over time, I'd even like to set up a mini in-home sort of studio set-up with a couple of remote flashes (umbrellas?), etc. and I'm wondering, can I continue on with that plan with the D3100? If so, the next steps would be a flash and a prime lens (leaning toward the 50mm 1.8).</p><p></p><p>Please remember the "budget" word. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite2" alt=";)" title="Wink ;)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=";)" /></p><p></p><p>The way I've progressed so far is listed below, over the course of about 8 months:</p><p></p><p>1) Get the camera and go! (fun in itself)</p><p>2) Cheaper tripod and bag.</p><p>3) Beginning digital photography class (learned a TON of info)</p><p>4) Refurbed 70-300 VR! (FANTASTIC)</p><p>5) LR 5 on order (coupon code got it for $99!)</p><p>5) Now considering the next class (intermediate) and flashes, etc.</p><p></p><p>Should I stick with what I'm doing now, and just wait for a couple of years to squirrel away funds to get an upgraded body before going on, or do you think it's possible to meet the goals I listed above (outdoor portraits, indoor studio with off camera flashes, and such) and start putting the camera to working toward <em>helping</em> me squirrel away those upgrade funds?</p><p></p><p>FWIW, thinking I was finally settling in on the "basic" info I needed, all of these thoughts about flashes, remote flashes, controlling the lighting, iTTL modes, etc. has me swimming in confusion, and that's what's causing me to wonder if I can achieve the first small step of my dream with the D3100.</p><p></p><p>Thanks in advance for any insights!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Pretzel, post: 186236, member: 12257"] So, as I consider continuing my studies and going into the intermediate levels, my next class involves detachable flash instruction... and I began digging. I got into the D3100 as a beginner on a budget, and I've been enjoying every minute of shooting with it. The itch has settled in, and I've decided that this is something I want to continue with, eventually setting up, perhaps, some outdoor portrait shoots, etc. Over time, I'd even like to set up a mini in-home sort of studio set-up with a couple of remote flashes (umbrellas?), etc. and I'm wondering, can I continue on with that plan with the D3100? If so, the next steps would be a flash and a prime lens (leaning toward the 50mm 1.8). Please remember the "budget" word. ;) The way I've progressed so far is listed below, over the course of about 8 months: 1) Get the camera and go! (fun in itself) 2) Cheaper tripod and bag. 3) Beginning digital photography class (learned a TON of info) 4) Refurbed 70-300 VR! (FANTASTIC) 5) LR 5 on order (coupon code got it for $99!) 5) Now considering the next class (intermediate) and flashes, etc. Should I stick with what I'm doing now, and just wait for a couple of years to squirrel away funds to get an upgraded body before going on, or do you think it's possible to meet the goals I listed above (outdoor portraits, indoor studio with off camera flashes, and such) and start putting the camera to working toward [I]helping[/I] me squirrel away those upgrade funds? FWIW, thinking I was finally settling in on the "basic" info I needed, all of these thoughts about flashes, remote flashes, controlling the lighting, iTTL modes, etc. has me swimming in confusion, and that's what's causing me to wonder if I can achieve the first small step of my dream with the D3100. Thanks in advance for any insights! [/QUOTE]
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