DSLR Camera decisions? Please?

Question

My options are:
Sony Alpha A230L Black 10MP Digital SLR Camera with 18-55mm Standard Zoom lens
Nikon D3000 Black DSLR Camera Kit w/ 18-55mm Lens (Non VR), Includes Nikon Camera Bag
or a
Fujifilm FinePix S1600 12MP Digital Camera Bundle w/ 15x Optical Zoom, 3" LCD Display, Image Stabilization, Includes 4GB SDHC Card, Camera Case, 100 Bonus Prints Offer

The Fujifilm is cheapest but includes more with the bundle, and the Nikon is most expensive with less in the bundle...

which overall would be my best choice?

Answer 1

The dSLRs are the Sony A230 and the Nikon D3000. Both will take excellent images.



Simply hold them and choose the one that you like in your hands. It honestly is that simple a choice.



Forget reviews and specifications, at this level of budget the single most important thing about buying a dSLR is how it feels in YOUR hands.



You can not buy a bad dSLR.

Answer 2

First, the Fuji is not a DSLR.



Second, I strongly suggest taking a serious look at the Pentax K-x. The K-x was chosen by the 'Technical Image Press Association' as its 2010 "Best DSLR Entry Level". Here is a review:

http://www.shutterbug.net/equipmentreviews/amateur_digital_slrs/0510pentax/index.html



The Pentax K-x has:



1) A CMOS sensor which gives superior performance at higher ISO settings and in low light - where you need a higher ISO.



2) Live View.



3) HD Video.



4) Double/multiple exposure capability of from 2 to 9 images on a single frame with Auto EV Compensation. This feature opens up a whole new world of creativity to you.



5) A focusing motor in the camera body so any Pentax or other brand of AF lens will auto focus on the K-x as it should.



6) Image Stabilization in the camera body so any lens used becomes an IS lens.



7) A selection of body colors in case you'd like a red or white camera instead of a black one.

http://www.pentaximaging/com/slr



The Nikon D3000 has exactly NONE of the features of the Pentax K-x. NONE.



The current price of the Pentax K-x w/18-55mm lens is $530.95 at http://www.bhphotovideo.com



So check out the Pentax K-x.

Answer 3

The Pentax Kx is around the same price as the Sony, but has a far better sensor and is a cheaper system to buy into by far. The camera is always the cheapest part of any DSLR system, by the time you've added a few lenses and flash you'll have spent more on those.



Any DSLR will beat the Fuji on image quality, the Fuji is a bridge camera with a tiny sensor and a fixed lens, they don't even have anyway to sync an external flash.



If you want a small camera with all the advantages of a DSLR in image quality and the ability to change lenses etc. look at the Panasonic G2, or if your not interested in movie the G1.



Chris

Answer 4

I think you should go with Nikon D3000 10.2MP Digital SLR Camera

*10.2-megapixel DX-format imaging sensor for prints up to 20 x 30 inches

*Includes 3x 18-55mm Zoom-Nikkor VR Image Stabilization lens

*Nikon EXPEED image processing; in-camera image editing and Active D-Lighting

*3.0-inch color LCD screen; 170-degree wide-angle viewing

http://www.amazon.com/Nikon-D3000-Digital-18-55mm-3-5-5-6G/dp/B002JCSV5I/?tag=nktf-20

Answer 5

First of all, Fujifilm FinePix S1600 is not DSLR camera. It is just super zoom point & shoot camera. Between Sony and Nikon I would recommend Nikon D3000. Easy to use, provide good color, sharp image. Nikon also have more lens and accessories choice.



http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002JCSV5I?ie=UTF8&tag=computer0bd-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002JCSV5I