Best SLR camera for the money?


I am looking to buy an SLR camera for everyday use, and some artistic kind of stuff. I would like to spend up to about 700 dollars.

I need to know what cameras have the greatest quality, and sharpest images. Just the best camera over all.
Thank you for your time!:)

I would recommend Nikon D5000 with 18-55mm kit lens
- 12.3-megapixel DX-format CMOS image sensor
- D-Movie Mode with sound; record 720p HD movie clips
- one-button Live View
- Low noise ISO sensitivity from 200 to 3200
- Continuous shooting as fast as 4 frames-per-second
It take great sharp & clear images and also take good HD video.
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Answer by PS on 03 Jan 2010 01:21:22

Hey,

All DSLRs have almost same quality. How sharp it is depends if you were moving and on your lens and it's aperture.

For 700$ or less, these are the cameras I recommend:
- Canon EOS XTi
- Canon EOS XS
- Canon EOS XSi
- Nikon D40x
- Nikon D60
- Nikon D3000
- Pentax K-x

If you want video, buy the Pentax K-x. It has HD recording, 12 megapixels, ISO up to 12800, 4.7fps and it's a good camera. It's very cheap for what it offers!

Others are similar, except that some have less/more megapixels and other features. Prices are different too.

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Good luck.

Answer by TheDigitalPhotographer on 03 Jan 2010 02:26:38
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There are a number of good brands so don't be sold on the idea one brand is better than another. I would keep your costs down. I would get a DSLR with a short zoom (like a 18-55mm) to start for around $425 to $550. Either a 10MP or 12MP will do just fine. The first link below provides a side by side listing of the cameras that I am recommending below, it will let you compare features and specs and there is links to reviews for 3 of the 4 cameras. Also, a link to photo.net, a good resource for photographers to know about.

Also I included some links to some dealers so that you can try and get the best price. Some of these dealers have some of these cameras with some nice extras, free shipping is very common, and sometimes they are offering a free memory card and/or camera bag. Sometimes you have to click in the "add to cart" button to see the actual price.

Here are some models that I think are well worth researching:

Sony Alpha A230 Digital SLR 10 MP with 18-55mm Lens - $429
Nikon D3000 10MP DSLR Digital Camera with 18-55mm VR Lens - $449
EOS Rebel XS 10MP DSLR Digital Camera Kit (Black) with 18-55mm IS Lens - $449
Pentax K-x 12MP DSLR with 18-55mm Zoom (has HD Video also) - $550

Hope this helps. Pick a price range, some features you know you want, and even consider which camera feels good in your hand as a factor. Plenty of great cameras, get one you like and start learning the principles of photography and you will be on your way to making some great images. I am shopping and I am very interested in the Pentax K-x. I have been very impressed with some information that I have read online. I have listed a 2nd photo.net link below to a forum where a photographer posted some impressive photos shot at some very high ISO settings (6400, 10000, and 1250.) Also, in the name of full disclosure, I am a Nikon user but have no problem having another brand.

Hope this helps. Good luck.

Mark

marksablow.com

Answer by Mark on 03 Jan 2010 03:25:17

I would suggest you
Canon EOS Rebel T1i
15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor with DIGIC 4 Image Processor, Includes Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens, Full HD video capture at 1920 x 1080 resolution; HDMI output, 3.0-inch Clear View LCD; Live View Function for stills (Quick, Live and Face Detection AF modes) and video
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also can consider
Canon Digital Rebel XSi
12.2-megapixel CMOS sensor, Large 3.0-inch LCD display,Canon's EF-S 18-55mm, f3.5-5.6 IS zoom lens, DIGIC III image processor provides fast, accurate image processing; improved Autofocus and framing rate
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Answer by niks on 03 Jan 2010 05:33:41

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