A very big difference, I must say. While the difference may not be that obvious under adequate lighting, when it comes to low light, the Fuji won't be able to cope with the LX3's superb sensor capabilities.

A good thing to remember when living in this world - you get what you pay for.

tq very much.
from ur advice, i think just go straight for lx3 that recommended by many ppl. CNY angpow + saving gone in flash....

If you don't want to spend RM1.6k on an LX3, go for a Sony a200 @ Rm1.4k. That should be good for you, unless you don't wanna be lugging around a DSLR.

Anyway, the Nikon Coolpix P6000 is quite good too - and comparable to the LX3, so if you're on a tight budget then go for it. RAW shooting, flash hotshoe, .. yup, it's quite a good choice too.

hi guys,
Wanna ask, in the current market and global condition, do you guys expect DSLR price to go down?
Is it the right time to get a DSLR?
Thanks^^

Won't go down - will go up, as shown in the recent Canon EOS 450D price hike.

DSLR and lens prices are quite rigid though - won't really fluctuate a lot.

It's ok if you want to get a DSLR now - if you want. Though I can say that in a few months' time the price won't change much, if it does.

DSLR prices, unlike computer component prices aren't as volatile. They're more or less stable at any given time.
So I wouldn't bet on their prices suddenly going down.

Type of camera/lens/accesories : Digital Compact Camera
Budget: RM 500
Your Location: KL
Preferable brand : Canon, Nikon, Samsung, Sony, Panasonic
Type of photography u want to do : sceneries, parties, events
Any specific models in mind? : Planning to get my first digital camera.
Any specific features u want? : Planning to get my first digital camera.

This post has been edited by cypher_jy: Feb 1 2009, 10:44 PM

Never too early or too late to get a DSLR... Price won't change much, but technology will. So if want to buy, just buy. Don't wait and hope for price to do down, the waiting never will end.

D80 is really out of the topic ? but D80 is really affordable ... rm2800+ for 18-135 .. d90 offers 18-105 kit lens right ? whats the budget we are talking about here (for d90) ?
im not a nikon nor canon fan.. as im new.. but it seems people always favour canon over nikon (if the price difference is not too big)
if d90 has improved alot from d80, how about 50d from 40d ..and 40d from 30d ?

i wanted 2 buy the lx3 n dunno which shop offer the best price. since 2mmorow me going for vacation already, me dun hv the time 2 search around. Izzit shop at midvalley ok? or must go to lowyat? tq

D90 is very good, I must say, it has quite a lot of differences from the D80, which is very old already.

50D has improved a bit from 40D, 40D has improved a bit from 30D. Not sure about the 30D but their specifications are quite closely-knitted.

Lowyat, Digital Mall, Pertama Complex, these few places offer the best prices. If you really want to go to Mid Valley, I'm sure the prices there would be more expensive than the prices Lowyat/DM/Pertama has to offer because there's more price competition there and the rent for a shoplot in Mid Valley is much more expensive.

Thanks guys ^^

any advice guys?

mainly im undecided to get either the sony h50 or sony a200/300..

No use getting a superzoom - you'll DEFINITELY upgrade later on. If you're convinced on getting a superzoom, then get the Olympus SP565UZ. Sony PnS&prosumer ranges are more for style, not performance.

If you want to get a DSLR, then get a 1000D/D60/a200, these two should satisfy your entry-level needs until you upgrade.

If you're thinking of upgrading lenses, in the long run Nikon D60/Canon EOS 1000D will suit you best as there's so many lenses to choose from, you'll have a hard time making your decision on which one to get

Somehow if you are prepared to carry a prosumer, might as well go with the A200/300. Only thing is that the H50 is still slightly smaller lar ... Oh, of course, the "hassle" of maintenance once you start to exchange lens, this and that accessories and blah blah blah ... it can get expensive

but really i am a beginner here.. and i want to buy my very first DSLR..
i can afford a D90 but if im not going to benefit the most out of it because im still very new then i would rather buy something cheaper in the meantime and upgrade lens / body later...and the difference in price for d80 and d90 is more than rm1000. so maybe i need something which can satisfy me... or is sufficient for me to learn ... and use for around 1-2 years?

are 400D or 450D in the discussion??? are they reasonably worth the price and suitable for beginners ?
i definitely dont want to get stucked with d60 and MF all the time... >.<

thanks

Type of camera/lens/accesories : Digital camera
Budget : RM1500
Your Location : Taiping (But i'll buy somewhere else)
Preferable brand : Canon
Type of photography u want to do : Daily Stuff
Any specific models in mind? : Cannon ixus series. 970? 950? 860? 850?
Any specific features u want? : Good quality shots, anti shake, good focus, auto timer, long lasting battery, etc etc. Everything a camwhore needs.

Please help immediately

This post has been edited by Grimm: Feb 2 2009, 08:56 PM

hmm...
i am new to dslr a year ago so i had the same idea just like yours
get a normal and play then upgrade it later
so i got myself a D60
7 months later...i decided to sell it away and get D90
maybe you think you are new, dont know anything about dslr
well...is not hard to learn and is quite easy to pick up
if you can afford D90...got for it

If so, then go for the Nikon D90 or the Canon EOS 40D/50D. This body will last you forever if you don't intend to upgrade to a FF.

400D/450D shouldn't be in the discussion - because they only have minor improvements over the 1000D, so if you really want an entry-level one, go for the 1000D.

Panasonic Lumix LX3 or FZ-28. These two have best picture quality.

suggest me a good film rangefinder camera. and where to get them.