vii_haven said:
i don't have current lenses. the 350D would be my first DSLR. i'm keen on getting canon but friends have been telling me that for the price a nikon would be better. so i'm kinda stuck. i've been reading but i stilll can't decide. what are the main differences?
You may want to consider Konica Minolta 5D. Best value for money! If you are new to DSLR and not branded concious, try KM5D. I have considered Canon 300D, Nikon D70, C-350D, N-D50, eventually, after a careful consideration, KM5D is best for DSLR starter like me. The lenses are generally cheaper and quality is comparable to C and N. Actually, I am a Canon user (MiniDV, P&S DSC, SLR), but this time, I am switching to KM for many good reasons.
Many reasons that made me bought KM 5D:
1. Value for money (with 18-70 kit lens, no Nikon and Canon win).
2. AS: Anti-shake. Beautiful function for me. more satisfying as I can take better pictures.
3. Big LCD, 2.5inch - good to confirm if your image has motion blur.
4. Quality and price of Minolta lens are better and cheaper respectively
I did consider for future, hobby continuation like buying more lenses. It is harder to get Minolta lenses in Singapore, but...hei... is it not better that way, use the ones you have and start learning how to shoot while waiting for 2nd hand/ new lenses available.
That was just my experience. Whatever you buy, wish you happy shooting.