DSLR Cameras

[benwynn]

You can get the 400D for cheaper than that, and its just an all round better camera. Only downside would be 400D doesnt do SD cards.

[Kelburn]

If the camera doesn't use SD cards it puts me off. Why didn't you like the 1000d?
Anyway I will see what the best deal. Though I will look in Sydney, Bangkok and Singapore and any good deals I might buy. (I'm in Singapore on my Birthday 24th January).

Anyway I can't go too costly as I have to save up for a School Europe trip and then a PPL after that. So I don't want to spend over $1500max. The Canon 1000d looks better as it has a better twin lens kit and its $1300. (18-55 and 70-300 both EF etc.)

Ideally I would really like a D60 with 18-55 and 70-300 but the 70-300VR's cost around $800

Also what is the Sony A200 like:
http://www.dse.co.nz/cgi-bin/dse.storefron...uct/View/XG3931
good looking deal with two good lenses.

[benwynn]

For Cheap versus Quality mate Id have to say the Sony A200. Its great value, has the IS built in too.

Good lucking finding one in Sydney and Bangkok. I think you will have the best bet in Singapore but make sure they dont rip you off (Stores dont put price tags on items, and if your a foreigner, they just jack the price up)

[Kelburn]

I'll take that into account. I'm not overly sure on the Sony though.
Still mainly thinking about the Canon. Anyway, I'll see when it comes to 2009.

[benwynn]

why not just buy something used? If your really keen on saving up..

[Kelburn]

Dunno I was looking at that but I prefer new (especially with electronics...)

Anyway what was your issue with the Canon?

Also someone I know said that Nikon's are better for action photography

[benwynn]

I have no issues with Canon its self, im just telling you the 1000D is cr@p, read the reviews yourself......

There is no proof Nikon is better for action either.

[Kelburn]

I'm now teetering towards the Nikon D60 (I know I change my mind). Anyway why didn't you like the 1000d?