now i realize that the g1 is quite old in comparison to the nikon d3100 but the only thing it seems to missing is the megapixels and the video which isnt a huge deal to me. (havnt looked to much at the g2 cuz it seems to be the same camera with video and alot more expensive) What i am looking for is a camera that is proficient in low light and has nice quick autofocus and is quick to actually take the picture. i have played with both cameras. the g1 seems quicker than the d3100 in the auto setting but maybe if i adjusted the manual settings that would change. i do know that the autofocus on live view is definately better in the g1. i believe it also has a higher resolution lcd screen. what i like about the d3100 is it is an actual dslr with a large selection of lenses.
so to sum it up i am looking for peoples opinions on which way i should go. i realize that there are alot of brand devotees out there. i am looking for an honest answer from people who have played with the cameras and know there pros and cons. if you havnt used a micro four thirds camera please dont be so quick to dis it. I want a camera that is smaller, versatile, quick and expandable. these both seem to fit, but i just dont know which would be better. thanks in advance for your suggestions
i know that the g1 is not a dslr but it does have a viewfinder(a digital one). and i did write in sentences but i guess i could have put in more paragraphs?
i didnt know that nikon d3100 could only use specific lenses. thanks for that info. as for the lenses available for the g1 there are some non kit ones i am interested in such as thier pancake one. i also like that they are lieca. thats one of the reasons i started looking into the panasonic
i know that the g1 is not a dslr but it does have a viewfinder(a digital one). and i did write in sentences but i guess i could have put in more paragraphs?
i didnt know that nikon d3100 could only use specific lenses. thanks for that info. as for the lenses available for the g1 there are some non kit ones i am interested in such as thier pancake one. i also like that they are lieca. thats one of the reasons i started looking into the panasonic
oops. that submitted twice. sorry

I want to buy my first DSLR, the first choice i made was the d5000, and after days of researching all the cameras, my final choice was still the d5000.
Basically i’d like your opinions on this camera, the pros and cons etc.
I’d buy the deal with which it comes with the 18-55mm VR lens.
I’ve read some really good reviews on it, and lots of ppl recommending it, but also seen someone write that it’s a crappy entry-level camera which they would not recommend ? :S apparently ‘overpriced’ so the d90 is much better value. But dam i hate the d90..it’s soo heavy!
Also, would the d5000 be capable of catching water drops and insects in macro and professional-style portrait photos? and be able to do that focus on the person with the background blurred, thing?..using the lens it comes with?
For some examples of what i mean:

http://anc0lie.deviantart.com/art/Test-164388453

http://tamyl91.deviantart.com/art/Close-up-163786457

http://tamyl91.deviantart.com/art/Close-up-163786457

WOOOW i have a lot of questions..
Going back to the subject…..Soo 16 year old..first SLR…Nikon D5000?? eh? eh?
xx

I’m upgrading from a point-and-shoot (Canon Digital Ixus 40) to a DSLR, after four years of playing around with all the functions on the P&S. I’m passionate about photography and the P&S doesn’t cut it for me any more. I’ve narrowed down my options:

- Canon EOS 400D/Rebel XTi
- Nikon D40- the price is reasonably low but the 6.1MP feature puts me off a little
- Nikon D40x
- Nikon D80

I would love if someone listed out their personal opinion on which the best choice is, and pros and cons too. Price is a big factor and I’m wondering how much it costs to get any of these SECONDHAND inclusive of kit & lens.

Also, how many of you have had the pleasure of working with these cameras? Any thoughts on the ergonomics (i.e. the feel)? I’ve done my research but I’m naturally terribly indecisive- I’ll be going down to try out the cameras next week or so.

Feel free to recommend other models too, and please state your reasons!

I’ve been invested in the Canon system for several years and although I love my XTi and it still works perfectly fine, the poor thing has gone through wringer and back because I use it almost daily. I’m considering getting a new camera within the next year, possibly (depending on my money situation) upgrading to a mid-level to upper mid-level body. But really, what makes a mid-level camera different or "better" than an entry level one? What are some pros and cons?

Of course, I’ll buy only what I can afford, which if I’m realistic, would probably be a 50D or 40D. I sometimes dip my toes into the waters of paid photography and hope to continue to do so, albeit sparsely, but I wonder if switching from an entry-level to a lower end mid-level would be too small a jump? Any advice is appreciated. I have absolutely no experience with anything above an entry level, so I don’t know what any of these other beasts are like.
Extra Info: I currently own a few fixed-focal length lenses in my collection, including two f1.8’s and an old manual f1.4 lens, but none in the L-series. I also have a penchant for experimentation (e.g., homemade tilt-shift, reverse-mounted macro, and some other stuff) and I drag my camera with me all the time, so it definitely takes a beating.

Hi, friends out there. Can anyone please help me which DSLR should i go for?

SONY Alpha 200 or CANON EOS 1000.

Please have a look at my photographing need at

http://www.flickr.com/photos/mathan/

And tell me the PROS and CONS of both these models. And also the price of both in INDIA, esp CHENNAI please.