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Just wanted to let everyone know I got my camera!!! The Canon XSI :)   Now I am just going to lose my mind trying to figure it out lol Attachment: Picture 001.jpg (Downloaded 10 times)

Among small, relatively inexpensive point and shoots, Canon, Panasonic and Sony GENERALLY have the best reputation.  Nikon, Olympus, Fuji and Pentax GENERALLY are on the next level. However, within each brand the camera models vary in quality, so you can't assume that all models from the same producer are equal in quality.

I, too, was drawn too the 28-560mm zoom range of the Canon. However, I went to local store and handled it and took some pictures. Having looked at them on screen later, and then having seen the FZ28's pictures, I think the FZ28's image quality is better. Less noise, less distortion, and less purple fringing.  What I do like about the S10 IS, besides the zoom range, is the hotshoe for external flashes. You might be happy...

Image quality will be moot if the camera is out of focus.  And focus performance is an area where the inexpensive cameras can be at odds.  Not just brand-to-brand, but also model-to-model within the same brand.  So I would suggest checking reviews for specific models instead of relying on lens name reputation. Kelly Cook

Climber22, You are correct about the G10. In fact, its pixel density falls between the two cameras you listed. Pixel density is one way to look at how crowded an image sensor is. Generally, lower pixel density will generate a better image. For example, the G10's is 34 MP/CM^2, while an SLR with the same MP rating, the Canon EOS 50D, has a density of 4.5 MP/CM^2. That said, it is not the only determining factor in image quality- but it...

Mark1616 wrote: Ah, yes that would take a few more. I have now stopped working in RAW as there were not enough benefits for the extra work/storage etc. Good point. However, I just got started with RAW files. I got to play with it for a while before I decide if I should continue using it. StevieDgpt wrote: Some people get all nutz'o over LCD protectors. Personally I have the blue film (which covered the LCD when I purchased the camera a...

My Casio EX-Z750, bought in September 2005, is still in regular use, as it goes easily in a breast pocket, and lives, ready to shoot, in my everyday vehicle. It's quite a solid little machine. It has quite extensive manual control. I generally use it in a quasi-aperture priority mode. I note that that the mechanical rotary knob selecting modes including manual control has disappeared from all the successor models along with the manual...

PS, is the picture of Instanbul?

With a vantage point like the one in the videos, the 55-250 should be fine. I live near Andrews AFB, and every year, the Blue Angels fly over my street. See my posts at: 2008 Joint Service Open House Air Show So, anything happen over in your neighborhood today?

I haven't seen any reviews of the T700 yet.   That's a lot of pixels for a tiny sensor though (and that's not always a good thing).  ;-) Steve's reviewed the T200 and it looks like it did quite well for this type of camera.    See the review conclusion for more info on how it stacks up.   It's an 8MP model with a bit better zoom range. It was added to...