I already have a Canon Rebel Ti 35mm SLR but am starting to shop around for a digital. I like Canon and am used to their format so I don’t really want to switch to Nikon but I might consider it.

I want something that has excellent photo quality (esp good color), has 100% Manual, P, Tv, Av, and Auto functions, is somewhat lighter/ more portable than most super-professional cameras, and not too expensive. I’m planning to buy used or refurbished and probably a couple years old so my target price is around 0. Though I am an amateur now, I would like a camera that I can keep growing with and possibly use professionally… probably something entry level but with a lot of options.

I was playing around with a friend’s Canon Rebel XT but it seems a little dated (4-5 years old, only 8 mp, color is so-so). It would be helpful if someone could explain pros/cons of Canon’s line of DSLRs (D vs Rebel) as well as comparable Nikon models and what features are actually useful and necessary.

Thanks
I am looking for a digital SLR, not a point and shoot.

I just purchased the Nikon D3100 online from www.cameta.com
The auction I got was a really good deal too! It includes
-The Nikon D3100 camera body w/ the standard 18-55mm lens
-2 Fish eye lens
-16 gigabyte memory card
-memory card wallet
-tripod
-Nikon carrying bag/case
-Screen protectors
-A cleaning kit
and more I think :p
Here’s the exact link I made the purchase from http://www.cameta.com/Nikon-D3100-Digital-SLR-Camera-18-55mm-G-VR-DX-AF-S-Zoom-Lens-61152.cfm
considering the camera with the lens is usually 0+ at Best Buy or any local camera dealership , paying a bit more wouldn’t be that bad since you get all these good extras! Tell me what you guys think.

Hi I want to buy a dslr, but I don’t usually treat my possessions very kindly so i’m mainly looking at more rugged cameras. My price range is about 00. Thanks!

For full Olympus E-P3 Digital 12MP Camera Review: www.amazon.com Technical Details * Package Contents – PEN E-P3 body, mZuiko MSC Digital ED 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 zoom Lens, USB/Video Multi cable, BLS-1 Li-ion battery, Li-ion battery charger, Shoulder strap, CD-ROM, Instruction Manual, Warranty cardFeatures * New 12.3MP Live MOS Sensor – The sensor is optimized to maximize the performance of all mZuiko digital lenses in any shooting condition * 3.0 OLED Touchscreen – This bright, 614k dot high-resolution screen features a newly-designed touch interface that gives you the ability to choose AF points, release the shutter, and navigate the camera’s menus with just the touch of your finger * New 3D Shooting – Add a new dimension to your photographs in any shooting situation from macro to landscape with Olympus 3D technology * Full 1080 HD Video – Shoot up to 29 minutes of 1080i HD video and stereo sound in either AVCHD or AVI formats This review is from: Olympus E-P3 Digital 12MP Camera Micro Four Thirds (m4/3s) have been a dream come true for those camera enthusiast who want the control, performance, and interchangeable lenses of a dSLR in a compact body type. The Olympus EP3 is the pinnacle of this achievement. Solid metal construction, bright and colorful OLED touch screen, pop up flash, and a host of manual controls, the EP3 has enough updates to be a real advancement from it’s predecessors (EP1, EP2). Probably the biggest improvement is the AF speed, which is much faster than …

Hello

I previously asked for recommendations on a non-DSLR camera with little or no shutter lag – but was told that this is an impossibility ! : )

So now I am willing to go up to an (entry level, reasonably priced) D-SLR.

I feel I will mostly be taking photos INDOORS – mostly with flash – but I’d like to try taking some indoor without a flash for a more natural look (if there is enough ambient light).

I may also be taking SUCCESSIVE photos with FLASH.

Therefore, hopefully this camera will have:

- with little or no shutter lag

- good flash refresh times

- good multiple burst (hopefully the ability to use flash with burst)

- of course, good quality photos, with nice detail and colour, little noise, and no overcompensating of noise reduction

- not so bulky (as some DSLRs can be – especially as I originally was going to go with a point and shoot)

- it would be nice if it had movie recording with sound, and a good optical zoom range … (I want everything don’t I …

Thank you SO SO SO MUCH for your help !

I have been looking AND looking on the internet – reading review after review – and now am so CONFUSED, especially as some reviews are contradictory!