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The best camera for architectural renderings

Started Oct 24, 2016 | Questions thread
OP lightwriter Regular Member • Posts: 248
Re: software question

I bought the Canon 700D with the 18-55 IS STM kit lens, and the 10-18 IS STM lens. The price was 630 for the kit (includes 20% discount and a 3 year insurance), and the 10-18 lens cost 230 euros, also with 20% discount.

I shot some photos with the kit lens and, when trying to lift the shadow, I noticed noise, maybe more than desired. I then shot with exposure bracketing and merged the photos in photomatix. The results were good, but the moving objects (cars, people) were blurred, of course.

I can return the camera to the shop where I bought it, and trade for a Nikon D5300 with 18-55G VRII for 759,99 euros, not being able to use the 20% discount and not including the 3 year insurance. The only UWA lens affordable would be an used Sigma 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HS, for 280 euros, a Sigma 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG for 350 euros, or a Tokina 11-16mm, for 390 euros.

Taking in account the fact that my photography will be professional (shooting backplates for 3d rendering and 3d HDRI spherical panoramas for lighting), is the higher price of the Nikon justifiable?

P.S.: I work with my father, and he would rather have new equipment, but I would like to hear your opinions!

Thanks for your attention, and sorry for all the trouble.

 lightwriter's gear list:lightwriter's gear list
Canon EOS 700D Canon EF 35mm F2.0 Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Canon EF-S 10-18mm F4.5–5.6 IS STM
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