Digital Camera Debate

I've been putting off my move to the digital camera realm mainly because I don't want to spend the money, but I only have two months left until the Big Family Cruise and I swore I would purchase a new camera before the trip (since mine is nearly dead). I've been reading over reviews and paying attention to people who seem to take great photos, but before I actually make the big purchase I thought I'd just ask if anyone has recommendations. Keep in mind, I'm NOT looking for a simple, automatic, point and shoot. I want a digital SLR with exchangeable lenses. If you have any advice or recommendations, I'd love to hear from you!!

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Wendy said…
Oooh, and SLR huh? I can't help you there. I refuse to put out that money until they come up with a DSLR that you can use the LCD to shoot with. I hate to put a camera up to my face anymore ... and I cannot do my beloved macros that way. (umm ... not puttin' my face that close to the bee thank you very much!!) But, if I were looking at a DSLR, I think it would be the prolly be the Canon Rebel XT. I've read good things about it and I know three people with it and they all love it. You can check out Clover Mountain and As Eye See It's blogs (links on my photo blog sidebar) as they just bought that camera a short time ago and are very happy with it. I, myself, use a Canon S2IS ... and though it's not an SLR, I can add a telephoto or a wide angel lens and of course, any filters I want. I love my camera. And, it has 12x optical zoom which is great for the money I paid ($475). Hope this helps.
Friday, September 29, 2006 6:50:00 PM
Anonymous said…
After looking at her site, I think Wendy knows what she is talking about.
Saturday, September 30, 2006 12:25:00 AM
Peter N said…
I did too. Wendy, great pics! WOW! hi Amy.
Saturday, September 30, 2006 10:35:00 AM
Amy said…
Wendy takes great pics, I'll agree, but I am looking for a different sort of camera than the one she uses (it's what I'm familiar with).
Saturday, September 30, 2006 11:16:00 AM
jenny said…
okay, I just got a Panasonic Lumix FZ7K and I'm loving it. LCD screen you can use as a viewfinder, 12x zoom, rechargeable lithium ion battery pack, lightweight but I don't think you can switch out the lens...
I ordered it from beachcamera.com and the shipping was free and FAST.

The price was super reasonable and I'm not much of a lens switcher so it's a perfect fit...no SLR experience here, sorry...friends I know have the digital rebel and Nikon D20 and they both love them. Way more camera than I need or can afford.

happy shopping!
Saturday, September 30, 2006 11:32:00 AM
Wendy said…
Amy, go check out the Canon Rebel XT. I think it's what you're looking for. It does so much, but you must use the optical view finder, which I think is what you're used to? You can review the photo in the LCD after shooting the scene.
Saturday, September 30, 2006 12:02:00 PM
Anonymous said…
Hi Amy,

Long time reader here. Canon just came out with a new model, XTi. It is a 10 megapixel.

Here is a review of it http://www.imaging-resource.com/PRODS/XTI/XTIA.HTM


Dennis
Saturday, September 30, 2006 2:29:00 PM
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