Hi, I have a 3 year old 400D which afetr a year use by my bro came back into my hands recently.

Not sure if it's me or the camera technology have improved over the years, but i find that 400d pictures taken indoor and low light condition rather disappointing. Even my newly acquired compact Pana TZ10 generates far better result.

As such I'm considering between 500D,550D and 50D (price range). My main purpose is photo-taking kids, family and travelling, backed by my TZ10. Can anyone advise me the best value camera to go for.

My main concerns are photo quality (processor & sensor, not much of manual pro myself) , video (haven't not owned any dslr w video, not sure how handy this will come in) and forthcoming replacement models for the above and of course also value.

MINE IS 400D with 18-55mm std kit and last weeek bought nissin 622 thinking it would help, recently bought a pana tz10 compact to back normal day use. At first i was considering 500d, then came 550d (what;s the best price for the 18-555mm kit?).....as quite decided that i need to upgrade from my 400d, but then last week photofair at mv, salesmen psycho me to consider 50d bcos it will be difff category "proper upgrade" and now got 70-300mm lens for extra RM800.. 500d/550d still regarded as beginner entry level dslr. Feeling 50d in my hand my reservations are size (bcos i dun like lugging ard big cameras) and no video (not sure if this will come in handy) and digic processor (will this give me better picture compared to 550d). When will 60d be coming and should i wait?

Budget max is 4k but of course will stick to 500d ard 3k if its better value for money. Just really need to know if worth paying extra for 50d.

Main intention is to take kids pictures and travelling pics. btw, anyone can advise best price for 50d (18-55)?

sent my eos 400d to canon centre for check-up. good service, reset exposure, af and upgraded software....and the result, very much improved picture , and in low light area with nissin 622 assistance great!

will test more tonite.