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p_rodgers
18th of January 2005 (Tue), 04:30
Just sold my Olympus C5050 ready to take a big step.
Have Researched both units demo both units
Can't make my mind up.
Stay Prosumer Go DSLR
Like both cameras, will I enjoy DSLR ,will kit lens satisfy for now
regards
Fire377
Sisko
18th of January 2005 (Tue), 05:44
Easy one, go for the 300D.

Prosumers are OK but SLRs give you much more control.

I had a G2 as my first digital camera and was more than happy with the results but when the 300D came down to a sensible price I bought one. As much as I liked the G2 it just reminded me too much of a compact film camera. Having had film SLRs since I was at school I felt I really needed/wanted a digital SLR.

Unless you are content with a prosumer I camera I would say go for the 300D
Andy_T
18th of January 2005 (Tue), 07:05
Take a look at this thread: http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=53388

Should be a similar situation as yours.

Best regards,
Andy
Redbird_xo
18th of January 2005 (Tue), 09:10
Just sold my Olympus C5050 ready to take a big step.
Have Researched both units demo both units
Can't make my mind up.
Stay Prosumer Go DSLR
Like both cameras, will I enjoy DSLR ,will kit lens satisfy for now
regards
Fire377
The answer to stay with prosumer or go for DSLR will depend on your need and tolerance level of equipment weight. At the end of the day, there will probably be some compromises in terms of convenience and quality. Good luck on your decision and happy shooting.
kb244
18th of January 2005 (Tue), 09:13
Personally I'd go the DSLR route if you want more capabilities. I went this route over the last few years.

Kodak DC3400 -> Canon Powershot S110 -> Canon Powershot G3 -> Canon Digital Rebel.
Jetmech1
18th of January 2005 (Tue), 09:36
I was in your situation a couple of months ago. Should I buy a better Prosumer camera than my Olympus c750 or should I buy a DSLR. I decided on the DSLR and don't regret my decision. I still use my C750, but I like the DSLR ALOT better. Go with the DSLR.

John
p_rodgers
19th of January 2005 (Wed), 00:16
Thank you to those members who replied.
I will lament a little longer, but I will buy the E300D with Kit lens
Is this a good starting point

regards
tim
19th of January 2005 (Wed), 00:44
The 300D sucessor will be released some time quite soon, the main features of which will be 8MP sensor and much better low light performance. It'll probably cost more than the 300D though. You might like to work out if your priority is performance or price.
Andy_T
19th of January 2005 (Wed), 00:46
If you get the DRebel and some Canon lenses now, you'll be able to benefit form the incredible bundle offer.

Best regards,
Andy
Volatile
19th of January 2005 (Wed), 01:32
Good choice p_rodgers, you will be happy with your SLR. For me it was like when I first got off dial-up and onto cable... I could never go back. The difference is that it is very easy to want better and better and better equipment. At least with my cable modem I'm not struggling daily with the notion of getting a T1 line put in...
thomascanty
19th of January 2005 (Wed), 01:37
I have the 8080. It's a great camera, but nowhere near as good as a dSLR. I think you'll be happier with the Rebel.
p_rodgers
21st of January 2005 (Fri), 13:11
Update,
Friday 21st January 2005 I bit the bullet and purchased a EOS 300D.
Basicaly put in the battery snapped on lens and fired a few shots All OK Whew!
Wish List,
BG-E1
Lens maybe 28-135 ?
Prepare yourselves for me seeking info
regards
phil