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 05/25/2006 07:46:09 AM · #1
Hi, I'm wanting to move from my Fuji S7000 due to some of it's limitations (only goes to F8 for a start) and get a DSLR. I've looked at quite a few reviews on the web and the EOS 350D seems to match my needs. I want better picture quality than my current (6MP) and more flexibility. I use my camera while out walking or on holiday etc so the small size of the 350 sounds good.
Has anyone got any advise on my best choice or any reason why the 350 should be avoided?

thanks
David
 05/25/2006 08:01:35 AM · #2
Nope its a great camera for the price but you may want to consider buying a better lens then the kit lens. Altho the kit lens is ok to start/learn with.
 05/25/2006 08:12:05 AM · #3
Originally posted by notonline:
... the kit lens is ok to start/learn with.

These people think so.
 05/25/2006 08:19:42 AM · #4
Get to the shops and buy it right now!!!!!

I went from my Nikon 5700 to the Canon 350D and have never looked back, awesome is the word. Don't let people moaning about the size of it put you off, I have never once found the handling a problem, go and try for yourself.

I wager you'll find the handling great if your moving up from a prosumer camera like I did.

Good luck
 05/25/2006 08:21:55 AM · #5
Value for money wise it is a fantastic little camera. I bought one for my wife and she loves it. She likes the size better than my 300d! But yeah, if you can afford to get a better lens!
 05/25/2006 08:23:21 AM · #6
I've read that the kit lenses aren't great but looking at some of those pics, I wouldn't complain. I've been looking at some bundles you can get on Ebay. They have some with the Canon lenses and some with Sigma. Does anyone have any news on which would be the best option? (I can get the 350, the 18-55, 70-300, a mem card, tripod, case and filters for less than £600 or just over $1000US. This sounds pretty good to me)
david
05/25/2006 08:27:57 AM · #7
Hit Camera

I went to the actual store and found out that these guys do a lot of business on ebay. They also put together a 350D kit but instead of the 18-55mm they put in the 17-85 IS which to me is a way better lens to start with. Haggle them down if you can.
 05/25/2006 08:29:08 AM · #8
Originally posted by djflo:
Does anyone have any news on which would be the best option? (I can get the 350, the 18-55, 70-300, a mem card, tripod, case and filters for less than £600 or just over $1000US. This sounds pretty good to me)
david


You'd probably be happier with just the rebel and the kit lens for starters. Shoot at 18-55, then see what you need. Do you need more reach, do you need more low-light ability, do you need to shoot closer (macro), do you need even more wide angle? Save yourself the money, get the kit lens, and see what you want.

I had the 75-300 Canon, and I wasn't impressed one bit.
 05/25/2006 09:02:50 AM · #9
I highly recommend you make the jump. I have the older Rebel but I like it just fine, and the kit lens doesn't suck. Better glass is something to aspire to later, unless you get a really good deal to begin with. Now go forth and buy!!
 05/25/2006 09:19:31 AM · #10
Originally posted by ubique:
Originally posted by notonline:
... the kit lens is ok to start/learn with.

These people think so.


Guys, the link to this lens is NOT the kit lens. It was maybe in the past.

The kit lens is the II version now.

And it's not as good as the one above... not by a long shot.

Kit Lens II

*Edit* Sorry, I would definately try and go for the 350D, but try and get the 17-85mm lens, thats a great lens with good range.

Message edited by author 2006-05-25 09:20:58.
 05/25/2006 09:21:11 AM · #11
Originally posted by Guyver:
Originally posted by ubique:
Originally posted by notonline:
... the kit lens is ok to start/learn with.

These people think so.


Guys, the link to this lens is NOT the kit lens. It was maybe in the past.

The kit lens is the II version now.

And it's not as good as the one above... not by a long shot.

Kit Lens II


looks like the same lens. whats different???
 05/25/2006 09:24:18 AM · #12
Quality wise, there is a big difference.

As you can clearly see if you compare the two pages. The only reason my pics are there, is because it's the only lens I had for months on end, so it took me ten times as many shots to get one that I liked.

Now, even with the 50mm or the Sigma that I have, it's three of four shots and I have something thats perfect.

The 'II' version of the kit lens sucks, trust me, especially at night.

Could just be me :)

I have two friends who agree with me, the one uses his as a doorstop in his office. (Well, he did for one day) He got it with his 20D and my other mate has a 350D.

05/25/2006 09:26:09 AM · #13
ok didn't realize you were refering to the "AD".
 05/25/2006 09:26:41 AM · #14
I say go for it.

A dslr is a great tool if your truly interested in photography.

I had a quick looks for that kit lens in the "avg score for a lens" here at DPC and it ranked somewhere close to 300th out of 390 odd lenses. Thats not very promising.

bazz.
 05/25/2006 09:30:46 AM · #15
Your deal is very interesting. If it´s me, I would agree.

The camera is impressive. It´s features are almost like the 20D-30D, except by the FPS and some minor details in custom functions that you won´t feel the absence.

The kit lens: Well to me it´s not so fine as I want. You can get a big deal in the Canon EF-S 17-85mm 4-5.6 IS USM. A much better lens with Image Stabilizer. Not a fast lens but is a bargain by the quality. Really, IS can save your shot in some low light situations.

I agree with deapee! Get the DSLR with one single piece of glass is fine too. Then you will practice and discover your needs. In DSLR world good glass are many times more expensive than camera bodys. Start with a good one and invest a bit in an external speedlight (very useful) and at future times get that new glass, knowing what expect from it.
 05/25/2006 09:31:17 AM · #16
Originally posted by sir_bazz:
I say go for it.

A dslr is a great tool if your truly interested in photography.

I had a quick looks for that kit lens in the "avg score for a lens" here at DPC and it ranked somewhere close to 300th out of 390 odd lenses. Thats not very promising.

bazz.


Yes, I wanted to add too. I had a limited budget, and was new to DSLR, so for that the kit lens was actually perfect to learn with. PLUS, i didnt feel to bad when it got wet, got oil on it (check my porti) etc.

So for the money, and to learn, it's actually perfect.

You will later think "I shouldve bought this" once you get more familiar with it, but you wouldn't get to that point if you didn't learn what the differences are.

So bottom line - it's the ____ lens I have ever seen, BUT, as you can see on some of my shots (not boasting, illustrating) - you can get decent shots and it's great for learning.
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