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Re: [OM] Camera suggestions #2

Subject: Re: [OM] Camera suggestions #2
From: Chuck Norcutt <chucknorcutt@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Mon, 23 Nov 2009 21:29:08 -0500
You forgot Pentax in the mix.  You might also review "Dave's picks" of 
Consumer DSLRs from Imaging Resource 
<http://www.imaging-resource.com/WB/WB.HTM?view=dp_slr_consumer>

Chuck Norcutt

usher99@xxxxxxx wrote:
> A friend recently asked me to suggest  a first DSLR as a P&S upgrade.  
> I keep missing his calls to clarify his requirements  but seems mostly 
> family duty type stuff.
> No current interest in RAW files it appears, though he is leaving the 
> door open.  Hunt Photo was suggesting Nik 3000D.  A quick review
> doesn't put it top on the list for me, but I don't really know that 
> market.  They took out the ED elements on the kit lens and made it VR. 
> Soft wide open at tele end-ugh.
> What's wrong with an E-620 in this market? I'd put it way up there, I 
> think.  Canyon's rebel of the month seems a bit overpriced.  Not sure 
> of Sony's offering, but no DOF preview,
> or mirror LU, but perhaps that is no biggie here.  The Nik 5000d looks 
> more interesting for not much more.
> As long as the list camera suggestion thinking cap is on, though I'd 
> ask.  Thanks for any comments. Oh, he is not opposed to used in good 
> condition, I don't think.
> 
> Mike
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