Small step from point and shoot to DSLR

Recently inherited an XTi and after some searching around went ahead and purchased the 17mm-85 to pair it with. I have been using an SD550 for about three years.

Am I really going to see a WOW factor when taking this step forward in technology?

http://www.flickr.com/​photos/ejimofor/

Depends on how you use the camera. I mean, in terms of image quality the XTi will definitely be able to give you more.

In terms of better composition and interesting pictures, well that's all you!

I seen a bunch of threads where someone purchases a DSLR and expects immediate results without learning how to use it. The camera will produce the WOW factor if you invest the time and money to get there. I look back at my first pictures taken from a DSLR and they were no better than a P&S. Learn how to use all the settings and how to produce pictures that are predictable in result (see a picture you want to take and be able to capture it correctly), and you'll see your WOW.

EcoRick wrote in post #8053881
I seen a bunch of threads where someone purchases a DSLR and expects immediate results without learning how to use it. The camera will produce the WOW factor if you invest the time and money to get there. I look back at my first pictures taken from a DSLR and they were no better than a P&S. Learn how to use all the settings and how to produce pictures that are predictable in result (see a picture you want to take and be able to capture it correctly), and you'll see your WOW.

I would agree with you Rick.

If the OP keeps it on Auto and lets the camera make all the choices then it is basically a glorified P&S with interchangable lenses.

If you learn the basics (exposure triangle, composition, hand holding technique, etc) then the DSLR will give you huge rewards in image quality and results.

Welcome to a world new world. Reading and practicing will give you the wow your looking for as you improve day by day.

Thanks for the comments. Didn't intend to just shoot with the auto feature =0