Yes, go for the LX3, it's best for everything except superzooming.

As I can see you're going hiking and you'll probably see good scenery up there, the LX3 will do you good.

1000D, <Rm2k, D60, <Rm2k.

Both are equal in terms of specs, pros and cons. You'll have to make the decision yourself as it is very hard for us to answer a subjective question for you.

Doubt you can find a new kit. A used kit, yes, but you'll get the 18-55. 18-200 is an expensive lens...

Canon EOS-1000D, Nikon D60. This question has been asked for a lot recently - and I'm sure you'd be able to do your own research as these two models are so alike and competitively priced that you have to choose on your own, not based on specs but your preference.

What are you going to use it for? If you don't mention so we won't know what to recommend you.

IINM it is already discontinued long ago, replaced by the D60.

There are a few branches of photography - landscape, macro, candid, etc..

If you're using for event and people photo (I presume candid) you should go for my setup - 1000D, kitlens, 55-250mm IS. You should be able to get that at around RM2.5k-2.7k IINM, but the prices should increase a bit since the inflation of the Yen is affecting us, so expect a bit higher than that.

Nope. It practically means that the shutter opens wider to let more light in thus allowing fast shutter speeds to be used. It also produces bokeh (out-of-focus blur) which softens a subject's background.

Aperture (f/*) does not affect the picture quality, though some lenses suffer from CA, PF, distortion at wide apertures.

ISO refers to the sensitivity of the image sensor. It works just like your eyes but in a digital way. In the dark ISO is put to a higher number so that the sensor will be more sensitive to the available light.

For f/*, let's say f/2.8, it is a wide aperture therefore more light enters the lens. Another example is f/11 which is a tiny aperture. This will minimize the amount of light entering the lens.

These, you will learn when you move up to the prosumer or DSLR category where this knowledge is vital to produce stunning images.

I hope I've helped.

Oh. What he said is true - other than the hard to find Minolta or Carl Zeiss lenses the Sony has only made average lenses which are totally uncomparable with the Canon's L lineup which is FAR more superior than the Alpha lineup.



Should be shutter speed. Usually it is measured in 1/3 stops. In your case the shutter should be 1/8 secs.

The 1000d undoubtedly, it is cheaper than the other two and does very well compared to them.

Also if compared to the Alpha when you wanna upgrade lenses the Canon will give you headache of which one to use while the Alpha will give you headache of no better lens to upgrade to other than the expensive Carl Zeiss or the rare Minolta lenses.

Damn well worth it. If you don't need the video recording then get the 40D.

400D is outdated. 450D is spending extra on a body you'll change later on.

In my opinion I'll take the 1000d (new).

I don't think you should go for it as it is under-rated and inferior compared to other entry-level DSLRs. If you're really on a budget then go for the Sont a200 or SAVE, SAVE and SAVE and get a D60/1000D, these two will benefit you really much later on when you want to upgrade lenses compared to the Sony.

1000D, or D60. These two will benefit you really much later on when you want to upgrade lenses compared to the Sony (as in first reply).

Try to bargain. It'll do you good. I got mine at RM1850 but then I opted to add on a few more extras with RM150.

If you're really into Alphas, get the single lens kit. Later on, get Minolta/Carl Zeiss lenses. They rock, undoubtedly, but Alpha lenses just don't cut it. Small aperture, average focusing... it's a no-no for me.

Not sure, kucing is an Alpha user, so he might help. Also, try asking in the Alpha thread. Should be able to find answers there.

40D. My dream saving up for body now, lol..

This post has been edited by TheWandererX: Feb 20 2009, 08:26 PM

I thought it was around RM1400.

Anyway, 40D most probably you'll end up with a used set, and I kinda dislike used sets. I'd save up more for later, and jump straight to 5DMkII if I can get such moolah. If not I'd go for the 50D first.

really? I thought it stopped production already.

Both are on par, in terms of photo quality, ISO shots, etc... but the main advantage over the 40D is that it has video mode. That's all the differences, I think.

Why did you buy a lens when you don't have a body to mount it on yet? Just wondering...

It's undoubtedly the best you can get, for now. a very good choice as a stepping stone, though there are other models that you might want to consider. Let me know if you do want to see the others, but IMO I'd go for the LX3.

Oh. What happened to the D40's kit lens, or did you sell it off, ... or did it not come with one? I don't know much about the D40 so apologies if my question sounded dumb.

Well, yes. It's possible to bargain the price down though. Counts on your bargaining skill.

Old model, and as kucing has already mentioned, you'd be better off with a 40D than a D80.

You should go down yourself to YL and ask for price. Last time I smsed and called I got ridiculous prices.

Ok, hope you enjoy your camera-to-come


I'm afraid your budget won't be enough.

Anyway it is best to settle for a 1000D or a D60 and then slowly upgrade.

I heard someone mentioning the Canon A1000IS. I dunno.

1000D/D60 is superior over the D40/D40x, they're outdated.

If you really want macro/portrait/scenery, you'll need a macro lens or a macro adapter, portrait needs long range and good bokeh, scenery wide-angle.

To cover these aspects, you have to have a 18-55 (wide angle, included with 1000D/D60), 55-250 (for Canon, cheapest tele lens with good bokeh) or 70-200 (for both N and C, but expensive) and macro you'll probably need closeup filters, which aren't cheap, or a macro ring, like the Raynox DCR250, around RM250++.

Overall you should need about RM3k if you settle with the 55-250 and DCR250.

Your 860 should be enough, why do you want to upgrade?

Anyway, I'd recommend the IXUS 85 IS and the successor of the 860, IINM it's 890IS.

This post has been edited by TheWandererX: Feb 21 2009, 12:12 PM

Get the D90 if you can afford it, because it has video mode such a big deal to some people but if you have lower budget/don't need video mode and want to save the extra money then go for the 40D.

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0801/08012914panasonicfs3.asp

http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Cano...non_a1000is.asp

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0801/08012902nikons210.asp

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0808/08082602...0is_a2000is.asp

http://www.dpreview.com/news/0801/08012402canonixus80.asp

Read please. =)

If I were you I'd go for the FS3/IXUS 80 IS, but you might have a different opinion, so enjoy your reading materials.

Correction: There's only 870IS and 990IS. Found out after going to the Wikipedia article.

What's your budget anyway? Can you use the template? We'll know which one you should go for if we have the details.