Originally Posted by
jaymar88
Don't think of the DSLR as only 200 more. There's TONS more cost associated with it especially better glass and external flash units. Don't forget a good case, extra batteries/battery grip/filters/tripod etc. It can add up pretty quick.
I guess the big question is what are you going to be shooting 90% of the time and what do you want of the pics. Most new point and shoots offer AWESOME pictures out of the box with good color and contrast.
The DSLR comes in handy when you wanna have more control and be a little more creative. if you're gonna be moving around, point and shoot can't be beat. If you're going to be stationary, DSLR "could" be a better option depending on glass, and user ability.
good point about cost. most of the time I'll be on the move so a P/S would probably be better.
Originally Posted by
scotttharobot
I'm a DSLR shooter, so I say go for the Nikon D40. Can be found hella cheap, and it's an awesome cam. Brian (Draconious) shoots one.
another great camera but still has other DSLR draw backs
Originally Posted by
JessTD
i love my dslr but i still carry my p&s around alot simply because theres plenty of situations i dont like carrying a full size camera around.
if you go dslr the d40 is a great starter camera ... i love mine
p&s i would go canon with the IS or a nikon ... love em both
I also lean toward cannon/nikon both brands just seem to take better pictures
Originally Posted by
MrFatbooty
Doesn't sound like either option really fits your needs. Casio makes some cameras that have some trick high-speed shooting options and include image stabilization. The
EX-FC100 is a compact model that you can get for $289, the
EX-FH20 is a wannabe-SLR looking model for $439.
that is a pretty cool option and the super slow mo is bad ass. but the review did knock the image quality a bit. and I'm not not sure the burst mode really solves my problem. my problem is the time between taking one shot, and turning around to take a completely different picture. I need to read more but it sounds like the burst mode is take a crap load of one subject then turn around and take a crap load of another. it would be great for action shots but I'm surrounded by 100 nerds posing and I'm trying to get as many different subjects as possible.
I know I'm asking for basically the perfect camera and I know it' probably not possible. But your advice is helping me decide where to make concessions.