Digital SLRs
 

I am looking at getting a digital SLR, I was interested in the Nikon D50, they say a good starter, then I was recommended to get the D70 as its slightly enhanced, is there any others you guys use that you would recommend, maybe a Canon. I used to be into photography many years ago (non digital), so know my stuff and would like to take it up as a hobby again. Thank you.

I'm looking into doing the same. I had a Nikon Coolpix 5700 which was OK, but suffered from shutter delay and wasn't truely an SLR. I've been looking at Nikon D50, Canon EOS 350D and Panasonic Limix DMC-FZ30. Although the Panasonic isn't an SLR, it does have 12x zoom (effective 35mm-420mm) and more importantly a superb Leica lens. I've seen pictures from the samller Panasonic Lumix range and they are more than a match for some of the cameras twice the price.
When considering buying a film camera, we always used to consider the quality of the lens first and to a certain extent that decision making process seems to have been lost when looking at DSLRs. However any picture will only be as good as the optics allow it to be....
Pricewsie, the above three retail between £400 and £500, whereas the Nikon D70/Canon E30 are nearer the £800 mark. It all depends on how much you want to spend on your hobby.

For me I'm heavily swayed towards the Panasonic, but I will try one out before the final decision is made!

Gents,

I'm pretty happy with my recent purchase of a Canon Powershot S2 IS. The zoom is stunning and video quality damn good is such a small package.

I understand however, the S3 IS might be/has been released now?

Here is a review site I found of use:

http://www.steves-digicams.com/best_cameras.html

Cheers - Frank

ps - some recent (but resized) pics I've taken - first page only:

http://www.esnips.com/web/iconic2112sPhotos

canon 350d - excellent starter and able to produce pro looking pics

Just bought a Canon 350D, good piece of kit and compatible with EOS lenses so loads out there to choose from.

Seems like the 350d is the one to go for, have you guys got any photos to share?

I use an old banger 10D and to be honest all the SLR bodies are going to be so much better than the compact cameras.

My advice ....... buy good glass