DSLR recommendations for about £600

[robbieduncan]

Glad to be of help!

Some of the difference may well be down to me getting used to the Camera. I've never really used a SLR before, let alone a digital one so there is quite a learning curve.

You can ramp up the in camera sharpening and probably play with other picture settings to get an image you like the look of.

 

[Abstract]

Wait until after Photokina is over before buying a camera, or at least wait for it to start in 6-7 days. If a new Nikon D50s is released, you might want to reconsider. It'll be cheaper than the Canon 400D as well so you can save money on that, as the D50 is (supposed to be) lower down the food chain, but it's really not in reality.

I'm really not sure what you're photographing, so I don't really know. Maybe the Canon 400D + kit lens is all you need. Not sure.

 

[Mord]

the 400d is really to be compared to the d80 NOT the d50 even an s version.

 

[Mechcozmo]

I have handled the D2X and D50... didn't like them as much as the Canon. Feel is important when buying a camera, and I didn't like the feel of the Nikons.

They are both great, but at this point I might buy a Canon myself. (Plus, they have a good reputation with me-- my PowerShot S2 IS is awesome!)

Good luck!

 

[Blue Velvet]

Good luck!

Thanks.

The only issue is Canon 400D v. Nikon D70s, both with their respective kit lenses. At almost identical prices.

Have got about two hours before finally ordering.

 

[Mechcozmo]

Thanks.

The only issue is Canon 400D v. Nikon D70s, both with their respective kit lenses. At almost identical prices.

Have got about two hours before finally ordering.

Being mostly impartial to cameras (i.e. get the best one) I'd say Canon. The Nikon cameras are much bulkier... did you get a chance to feel both cameras?

 

[beavo451]

Thanks.

The only issue is Canon 400D v. Nikon D70s, both with their respective kit lenses. At almost identical prices.

Have got about two hours before finally ordering.

If the 400D comes with that EF-S 18-55 lens (same one as 350D and 20D/30D), then the Nikon kit lens is better.

 

[Abstract]

the 400d is really to be compared to the d80 NOT the d50 even an s version.

True, but BV didn't say anything regarding what level camera she's after. If she/her company can get a D50s for cheaper than a 400D, then she should, especially with their budget of 600 quid. It's not going to make a difference in terms of photo quality. She should get a better lens with the money saved.

And besides, the Nikon D50 is just as good as the 350D/400D in many respects, and I'd say that the D80 is actually better than both the D50 or 400D's body, whether the D50 got an improved "s" designation or not.

 

[robbieduncan]

If the 400D comes with that EF-S 18-55 lens (same one as 350D and 20D/30D), then the Nikon kit lens is better.

It does come with an EF-S 18-55 lens but I was led to believe that it had been revised a bit since the 350D. All I know is that the one in my kit was made in Taiwan (the better lens I bought was made in Japan) and is very light compared to the better lens...

 

[robbieduncan]

So what did you order?

 

[Blue Velvet]

^The Canon.

It'll be here on Friday, mmmm.