# Quickerzranoid you bought ur toy already or not. Have u found a good price..... of course with the card & bag thrown in ?

This post has been edited by wanna be hi-tech: Jan 20 2010, 10:06 PM

About the D5000, although it doesn't have built in AF motor, it have the CMOS censor which is the same (or similar i 4got) as D90. Maybe the IQ or noise control is not as good as D90 but it's the best in the current entry level line up of Nikon.

Nah... not online shopping. Just that one of the duty free shops here has that promotion

Dear TheWandererX,

Thank you very much for your replied.

May i know what is the entry level budget for canon compact digital cam?

if ur new and started to venture into dslr world, i recon u tried the body, which body more suitable for you.

in my case, if u planning to get 500d, make sure u really want tat video function. if not, do consider 40d as its price is kinda around new 500d price. 450d kitset price are lower than 40d body itself so.. its out of the question.

as a owner of 500d and 40d, the 40d are by far feels really like a quality tool plus the handling are excellent. the af are soo much faster than 500d. while 500d can boast up about the iso, video and megapixel.

and yes 40d is 1 class above 500d and discontinued already. but bear in mind tat the glass ( terms of lenses ) are also important. not to mention speedlight all the accessory that will require ur attention after you bought the dslr ;D

This post has been edited by Sadru: Jan 21 2010, 12:54 PM

Hi people!

Going to get myself a new camera. Between these 3 cams : Canon EOS 450D, Nikon D5000 and Sony Alpha 330.

Any advice? Can someone compare for me the pros and cons of those 3 cams?

Budget is around 3k-4k.

Kinda new to photography, so sound kinda noob here. Sorry!

Thanks!



This post has been edited by renaelyng: Jan 21 2010, 01:53 PM

Actually what define those models are entry level? Would the 450D consider as an entry level as well? After hours of research in other forums, Youtube and friend's recommendation, the choice I have to make more likely come from Canon. But which model would you recommend? The 450D or the 500D?

Would the image taken looks the same? I am not familiar with the 450D and in the previous reply. you did mention that you played with both previously and it should not be an issue to know the pro and cons regarding 450D compare to the 500D . As I know there are two kits for 500D which are the 18-55 and the 18-200. Obviously 18-55 would be my thought as the beginner lens but what I have in doubt is whether it is easy to use even for a person like me learning about DSLR? 18-200 would not be my pick because it might have CA problem and the it will have slightly soft images compare to the 18-55. Another thing that I am curious is why the 18-200 is way more expensive compare to the 18-55? Just because it provide a better and wider zoom perception?

And thanks again TheWandererX for helping me out a lot.

Type of camera/lens/accesories : DSLR
Budget :2k-3K
Your Location : KL
Preferable brand : canon or nikon
Type of photography u want to do :
Any specific models in mind? : 450d, 500d, d5000
Any specific features u want? :

Yup. The D5000 is totally different from the 500D.

Oh. Well if so, then go ahead and bargain yourself out. You're the buyer, you have the money. (;

Entry level budget? Oops, I won't be able to help with that.... but I reckon RM1000< would be good. (:

Haha. You know mate, I have been searching for a new 40D body. Ever since it stopped production. There's no more in the market now, I guess.

Lying in the below RM3k range would send a DSLR into entry-level (subjective). Objectively the entry level models are those with lower specifications specifically catered to new DSLR owners. Also, I'd definitely recommend the 450D over the 500D. I strongly protest against the redundant RM1k extra you have to pay for 2.x extra megapixels (which doesn't matter, 12.1 is already huge, not to mention my 1000D's measly 10.1) newer stuff etc which performs almost the same.

Also, definitely the 18-55. I used to recommend the 18-200 as a good all-purpose lens but after hearing from fellow members and trying it out myself... Definitely forget it. The 18-55 is as easy to use as a normal compact. Trust me it's not a challenge at all. Lastly, yes. Because of the zoom range, the price hikes.

I shall direct this part of the post to you two.

Firstly and definitely, I'd recommend the 450D. It's a RM3k camera, which has had its price reduced to RM2k. Good enough to make me buy it already. The D5000 is also a good DSLR though, don't get me wrong. I haven't got to try one out yet but trust me, if you make up your mind for the D5000, you won't regret a single bit either. Now to the 500D, it's merely a hyped-up 1000D (yes you got me right, 1000D) with SLIGHTLY better specifications and video. That's all.

To the Sony Alpha a330. I have not gotten a chance to play with it either. I don't really trust Sony though, they have TOO MANY entry-level cameras in the market as of now. I don't know how to comment on this because I being a Canon user might be misinformed about facts. Lemme tell you this though - I've played with the A200, A300 and A350 previously (the older models of the new replacements) and they were horrible. They couldn't compare to my 1000D at all.

Guess the 1000D has a name to live up to eh? It's been in the market for quite a while already.

Right. Thanks for the advice on the sony alpha!

What are the comparisons between 450D and D5000? D5000 is a tad more expensive, but is it worth the money? The pros and cons? Thanks bro!

wanna be hi-tech, Not yet.. Going to get it end of this month (hopefully).. Anyone wanna go with me? at least i have someone expert than me in choosing it... hehehe... wanna be hi-tech, u are 1000d user?

ype of camera/lens/accesories : DSLR
Budget : rm2500-4200K
Your Location : KL
Preferable brand : nikon/ maybe canon
Type of photography u want to do : holiday, any occasion
Any specific models in mind? : D5000, 450D/500D, D90
Any specific features u want? : nil


New to the world of DSLR too. Played with Pro-sumers (Lumix-LX3) though. I understand that the D5000 does not have the built in AF motor, but what about the Canon 450D/500D? Without the built in AF motor, I would need to purchase lenses with AF motors?

How much does the D90 cost with basic kitlense?

Price at YL Pudu Plaza
D90 kitlens = RM4050..
D90 Body only = RM3130..

just bought my D90 body + 50mm F1.8D on tuesday = RM3130 + RM400 + 2% CC = RM3600..

ur budget within RM4K.. why not go for D90 terus.. will not regret..

Hey all, last week went to survey prices at Plaza Lowyat for 500D and D90...

Most of them offer RM3899 +/- for D90 kit (included 4gb + tripod + bag) while Boeing @ Sg. Wang offered RM4100 for the same package....

Which 1 is grey set and which 1 is ori set? How to recognize grey or ori besides the warranty card?

Just wondering, whether Canon's or Nikon's lenses are more expensive in comparison?

Wow! so many questions... sorry for spamming...

This post has been edited by Tenshi: Jan 21 2010, 11:43 PM

Thanks mate. At least I got a clear point of view about DSLR cameras. Thanks again for the information and looking forward to purchase one.

Type of camera/lens/accesories : compact
Budget :1k to 1.5k
Your Location : Ipoh,going dwn to lyp after cny
Preferable brand : anything good
Type of photography u want to do : casual,daily pics, clubbings
Any specific models in mind? : s90, g11, lx3
Any specific features u want? : good quality image

Type of camera/lens/accesories : DSLR
Budget: 2000-3000
Your Location: KL PJ
Preferable brand : Nikon or Sony
Type of photography u want to do : mostly portrait, then product shooting
Any specific models in mind? : Nikon D3000, D80, Sony A550L
Any specific features u want? : Memory Card, Extra battery

im a amateur photographer which interesting more on portrait, need not a pro camera body but will upgrade lens after awhile. (Does really body affect photo quality in great?)
thx for sifu advise.

Type of camera/lens/accesories : DSLR camera
Budget : RM 3000.00 include kitlens
Your Location : Kuching, Sarawak
Preferable brand : Canon or Nikon
Type of photography u want to do : Beginner, so basically i will try everything first
Any specific models in mind? : Canon 450D, Nikon D3000 or D5000
Any specific features u want? : I might be investing on better lense after the buying the camera

I like to take macro pics all around... sometimes i do wonder around n take senario n pics of people, any advice sifus?

can sifu here give suggestion on camera shop that i can go to survey..have good seller and nice price too

Wow... that is a cool deal..!!!!

So it is.. a F-mount AF lens with no VR function. Can state the reasons why you decided to get this instead of the kitlens? Still new to DSLR, especially when it come to lens.