Digital cameras: Which camera: Nikon d70s vs Canon Rebel 350d

by dowensharvey - 5/21/05 8:29 AM

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Which camera: Nikon d70s vs Canon Rebel 350d

by dowensharvey - 5/21/05 8:29 AM

I've looked at both of these cameras and REALLY need help deciding. Please give me your opinion without including the cost being a factor. The major differences I've noticed is the faster shutter speed, flash sync, and larger LCD with the Nikon. But the Rebel has higher megapixels and not as heavy to carry. I do not have lenses already for either camera so I will be starting from scratch and I don't have brand loyalty for either because my current SLR is a Maxxum 5. I have a little Kodak point and shoot digital camera. I'll be using the camera for family activities and traveling. I by no means intend to be professional. My kids are in some sporting activities so I will be shooting some outdoor/indoor shots with the need to stop action.

Thanks in advance,

DOH

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D70s - 350D

by snapshot2

- 5/21/05 12:44 PM In reply to: Which camera: Nikon d70s vs Canon Rebel 350d by dowensharvey

It will be hard to decide at this point as the D70s is so new and there are very few in the hands of real people.

I have not even found a review of the D70s.

You may want to wait until more real world information is available.

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Have you considered the the Nikon d50?

by menunes - 5/21/05 7:55 PM In reply to: Which camera: Nikon d70s vs Canon Rebel 350d by dowensharvey

I have a Nikon N65 SLR with a couple lenses, and have been considering an upgrade to a Nikon digital SLR. I have found that for my non-pofessional needs the d50 is actually a more sensible choice, especially considering the fact that it takes SD cards (which I already have in my wife's hp digital camera

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I would pick the Canon.

by Kiddpeat - 5/21/05 9:23 PM In reply to: Which camera: Nikon d70s vs Canon Rebel 350d by dowensharvey

The Canon comes with the software needed to process raw image files, and Photoshop will support the Canon raw files.

Nikon charges extra for this software, and they encrypt their raw format in an attempt to keep products like Photoshop from using them. In other words, they're trying to lock up your image.

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I'm looking for same. D70 says great things about continous

by dramoz - 5/24/05 9:44 AM In reply to: Which camera: Nikon d70s vs Canon Rebel 350d by dowensharvey

shooting, but just found on dpreview.com, the Canon PowerShot S2 IS. 2.4 fps until the memory is full. Unless I'm reading the others wrong, they have a frame limit. Like Kodak 6940 is 3 fps up to 6 shots. Now that is the description on cnet. If I read that, I think I get 6 action shots over 2 seconds. I got 2 boys in sports and really, really, really would love the continous shooting till memory is full feature

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D70 or XT/350...beware of dust problem

by zee10 - 5/26/05 3:07 PM In reply to: Which camera: Nikon d70s vs Canon Rebel 350d by dowensharvey

I own Rebel XT and I'm still learning to use it effectively(2 months).
If you do get XT, be aware of the DUST issue on the digital sensore. The same problem with all digital SLRs, except FUJI. They have a trick that shakes the dust off, plus it's sealed better.
I just discovered a few pieces of dust in the viewfinder. I'm not sure yet, where the exact location of the dust - on the lens, inside on the sensor, or in the vewfinder.
The less you cange lenses, the better.
I have the same kit lens, 18-55, still on, haven't changed.
And when/if you get the camera, and it will be a kit which includes a lens, then when you install the lens, read carefully how to do that. Read few times, while the body of the camera has a cup on the lens ring. Also, clean the table in the kitchen with wet cloth, and wait a while until the dust settles, and then open the cup, while holding the camera facing down, and put on the lens.
there are few ways to clean the sensor with different tools.
All this makes me very mad, after spending so much money and having this stupid issue not covered by Canon engineers.
So, my advise, check well what you prefer - headaches or peace of mind.
I have a Powershot A10 and A80 and they produce stunning images. A95 - the same.
Depends what you want to do with a camera.
If it's a serious hobby, then ok, go ahead.
But if it's weekend shooting here and there, then save yourself money and troubles, and get any Powershot. As a matter of fact , you can have the same 8MPx on a powershot.