Nikon vs Canon: Does anyone have experience as to whether they really believe that this should be an essential now that it's available.
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Dust is an issue if you plan to change lense often. I have a XTi, despite the dust cleaning system I don't plan to remove the lens much. Dust is a real problem for digital as the camera back never gets replaced unlike film. Also, D80 is $200 more than XTi. Nikon lenses are usually more expensive. Quality wise, i think, they are fairly equivalent. Your skills will probably make more difference than the equipment.
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I think I was misunderstood? When I bought my 50D, it was a toss up between the 5D and the new (at that time) 50D with a couple of kit lenses. I chose the 50D (newer tech wise and more stuff) and I'm satisfied for now. If and when I upgrade, it would be the latest (tech wise) full frame Canon like the 5DMkII. I was just thanking John M. and ED F for validating my non-researched decision to go 50D instead of older 5D at the time.Bob
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As a previous owner of the Canon Rebel, and since you are a first time user, I feel strongly that you will do better with the Nikon D3100. I say this with experience and here's why; the Canon Rebel is a great camera with many features. It's speed, focus and user friendly operations allows for great performance, however, with a price to come with it. I'm not going to tell you the price, only that it is a bit higher than the Nikon. With the Nikon, you get most of the same great features, "easy-to-use" with a guide for "easy shoot", CD/paper instruction manual, plus if you get the D3100 18-55 VR Kit, it comes with a f/3.5-5.6 VR Lens. Both the lens and camera are covered by extensive warranties which come included. (simply register online). I like the 5 year warranty on the lens alone. But price is the most important function, and if you're concerned with reliability, Nikon is just as a trusted name as Canon, so it will last you a while! I hope this shed some light on your decision. One more note, as with a previous answer to your question, about a "booklet" that comes with the camera, the CD version of the "booklet" will allow better visibility and clearer understanding of the example frames shown in the "booklet". The CD opens up the "booklet" to the size of your monitor on your laptop or computer which makes it easier to read. Thanks.
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Not only is it equivalent, I think it might even be better than the Canon. Lightning fast focus. Plus you save around $1200.
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That's a great deal. The camara is amazing. It has a big sensor so the photos looks terrific. I lost mine (stolen) so I bough a Canon SD90 (which is an upgrade for that model) otherwise I would still use SD900.
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Greg...thanks for the great comments on the E510. You have confirmed my own research. Seems to pretty much be the best value in the DSLR group at this level. I really appreciate you taking the time to help us out. Based on your comments and some others, we have ordered the E510 from Amazon. We will check out the pics you took. Great help! regards Dar
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Once again, THANK YOU Technology Guy for taking the time to answer my questions in such a thorough and informative manner. I really appreciate it. I'm sure I'll enjoy the Rebel Kit as my introductory into digital SLRs, and I'll be sure to stop by the photography forum as you suggested. Thanks again.
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Due to family illness, I've barely scratched a zillionth of a pixel, but the long-awaited 21.1 MP Canon EOS 1Ds Mark III arrived Monday in three huge boxes with almost everything from 14mm-400mm to replace a complete Nikon system started in 1963 with a Nikon-F that ended this summer with a D2X. I detested the divorce but screamed for fullframe and many more megapixels. So far, but based on limited experience, this starts with a homerun. While I'll be more than happy to address any question, please bear in mind that I've seen little yet of the proverbial iceberg, let alone any solid scientific data, nor even a print. Subjective views, based on more than 50 years in photography, two degrees in the field, and a beginning orientation that anything less than 4x5 was "miniature," slants this very premature stance. But, I'll be objective as I can. Just keep the preceding in mind as you form questions. As a start, though, it won't hurt to tell you that I am pleasantly surprised by: (1) It "feels" good and at home in my grubby old hands: a point I approached negatively about Canon in general, and this weighty beast in particular; (2) I'm astonished with its "user friendliness" compared with my last few Nikons, and especially the D2X; (3) I'm far less apprehensive about dumping Nikons and spending enough money to buy a halfway decent car for this switch after playing with it two evenings; and (4) Spending this much when I really didn't NEED another camera line bothered me less the first time I played with it for 10 minutes. Retired, with maybe a few creative years left, this change was because my physical condition wouldn't allow me to wag around a view camera, and I wanted the nearest reasonable qualitative results without a complete blowout with insanely priced Hasselblad stuff. Hope to post more valuable details soon. I did, however, discover the ONLY people I will use for all photo buys in the future:family owned. bdonovan@kcamera.com You will be grateful!
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You have to really look at the features and see which ones are more important to you. But it really becomes a point of personal preference. I love Canon cameras and I always will.
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Did any of you read this review? http://www.digitalreview.ca/content/Nikon-D5000-D90-Compared-to-Canon-Rebel-T1i-500D.shtmlD5000 seems to be an easy pick. I am now tossing my coin between D90 and D5000.
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I just bought the A570IS a few days ago without seeing this alternative, so I hope I'm not wasting my money by not getting a better camera for pennies more! We shall see, I guess. Sometime next week I'll let u know if I was impressed with the A570IS.. (all of my friends have told me it's great, btw).
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Would love it if someone could comment on this. I am at the same decision point. Was also looking at the Sigma EF-530 DG Super, which is cheaper than the Canon 430. I am working with a Canon EOS Rebel XT and am an amateur. Translation, automated functionality is very desirable where possible ... but I'm also looking for a reasonable price. I'd really appreciate it if someone could share their advice. Thanks in advance for your help with this.
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I just bought a 40D and I think it is a great camera. As posted, there is not best choice but I am sure if the extra (few) bucks is not an issue, we should go for the 40D. It is also the latest sensor and I found it to be really good. Took some shots and it is great.
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I wish I could answer that. I took my Nikon back to the store because it was defected. I ended up buying a Canon T4i and love it.
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DxOMark's scores, unfortunately, just don't predict real world performance very well(there are many examples of this, e.g., Nikon D5000 vs. Canon 7D). Specs look very good, though, and I'm looking forward to reading the professional reviews to see how it stacks up.
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I do. The camera is incredible and has helped pushed the limits in tough shooting situations like only a full frame can do. The ONLY 'flaw' has been a dusty sensor in the beginning. Cleaned myself and all is well. In the age of DSLR any serious photographer should be comfortable in cleaning the sensor as it comes with the territory eventually. I love my D600 and dollar for dollar I personally would choose no other body on the current market.
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I pre-ordered. I agree with PencilInWin - the early bug rate in newly released Canon cameras has been very high. The 1DM3 had the focus issues, my 5DM2 had the notorious "error 20" issues necessitating 3 (yes, that's three) trips to the Canon repair facility for shutter assembly replacements. However, I got an early 1DsM3 and I am thrilled with it. I am going to sell my 5dM2 and switch the workflow I used to do with it to the 1DM4. Hope Canon got this one right from the get-go.