I hate to fling this upon you guys, but I'm trying to decide on new camera... I've gotten into the rut of using P&S style cameras over the SLR. I have a Nikon N65 35mm with a few lenses (and filters) that I never use any more (because of the 35mm). I am wanting the camera for my upcoming trip through the Americas so that I can take my usual captivating photos but with better quality... The thing I hate about 35mm is that I can't see the photo after I take it... and although I know the aperature is correct, I have bad eyes and dont know about the focus. SO 75% of my 35mm photos (if taken without AF) would be out of focus.
The two cameras I've narrowed it down to are the Nikon D40x SLR and the Canon S5IS.
The D40X seems to be a powerful, well rounded camera for a good price. With full control of settings.
The cons: although it is a "compact SLR" it is still large and would take up valuable space. Lenses are also large and take up more space. No video mode.
I might be leaning the way of the Canon, but like I mentioned earlier, I have gotten in the rut of P&S. But, with the S5IS, I can control alot of the settings and has a pretty good backing. The Canon also has telephoto and wide angle lenses available with the ability to use filters. It also has video mode and takes up much less space and is cheaper.
Pros: Decent control of exposures. Adapts lenses and filters. Video mode. Compact and Cheap.
The Cons: The camera can not be dialed in as precise as an SLR. Small sensor and poorer lowlight abilities.
Have any of you used both and can comment?
Thanks.
The two cameras I've narrowed it down to are the Nikon D40x SLR and the Canon S5IS.
The D40X seems to be a powerful, well rounded camera for a good price. With full control of settings.
The cons: although it is a "compact SLR" it is still large and would take up valuable space. Lenses are also large and take up more space. No video mode.
I might be leaning the way of the Canon, but like I mentioned earlier, I have gotten in the rut of P&S. But, with the S5IS, I can control alot of the settings and has a pretty good backing. The Canon also has telephoto and wide angle lenses available with the ability to use filters. It also has video mode and takes up much less space and is cheaper.
Pros: Decent control of exposures. Adapts lenses and filters. Video mode. Compact and Cheap.
The Cons: The camera can not be dialed in as precise as an SLR. Small sensor and poorer lowlight abilities.
Have any of you used both and can comment?
Thanks.