I am completely torn about which camera to get as my first SLR. Originally I was looking at the Olympus Evolt 500 in comparison to the Rebel XT. Now I am completely thrown off base with the new XTI and Nikon D80 released. But I am also looking into the Sony A100 now, because of its image stabalizing system, which Canon and Nikon do not provide. But since it's Sony's first SLR, I don't know if I can trust it. I also heard that the Nikon has an ISO of up to 3200 with a boost. But I am not sure what this "boost" means or why it's necessary to have at all. I need help. Also, the Nikon doesn't have a dust cleanser, which I think is appealing considering that these cameras are so similar. To me, the Canon seems like a trustworthy product especially with its lower price. But I hear a lot of complaints about the way it feels. Will somebody please tell me the pros versus cons of these tempting SLRs. I can't take it anymore! Which one do I buy?! ... Also, what's the difference between a CCD and CMOS sensor, is one better than the other? Somebody please help!
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Jasper @ Sep 5th 2006 1:59AM
I am completely torn about which camera to get as my first SLR. Originally I was looking at the Olympus Evolt 500 in comparison to the Rebel XT. Now I am completely thrown off base with the new XTI and Nikon D80 released. But I am also looking into the Sony A100 now, because of its image stabalizing system, which Canon and Nikon do not provide. But since it's Sony's first SLR, I don't know if I can trust it. I also heard that the Nikon has an ISO of up to 3200 with a boost. But I am not sure what this "boost" means or why it's necessary to have at all. I need help. Also, the Nikon doesn't have a dust cleanser, which I think is appealing considering that these cameras are so similar. To me, the Canon seems like a trustworthy product especially with its lower price. But I hear a lot of complaints about the way it feels. Will somebody please tell me the pros versus cons of these tempting SLRs. I can't take it anymore! Which one do I buy?! ... Also, what's the difference between a CCD and CMOS sensor, is one better than the other? Somebody please help!