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Sony a55 or a33 for first dlsr

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edd1e
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Hey guys so it looks like I can finally get the kind of dslr I want for my budget (less than 1k). Currently I have an ageing sony cybershot and wish to step up to the dslr game . I know the sony is not technically a dslr but I am more interested in the huge sensor size over my point and shoot.

I am looking for a camera to take stills in low light and I want a camera to take some hd video also. I am really impressed by the autofocus on video on these as well as the in body stabilization.

Originally I was looking at the Nikon d3100 or canon t2i but my budget is stretched as it is and I cant justify the premium of the t2i over the sony.

My limited knowledge as to the pros  of each are as follows.

Sony a55
+1080p 24fps (though is 24fps too slow to film skiing).
+in body stabilization.
+built in gps (cool as I travel alot)
+swivel screen
+higher res screen 1m+

Nikon d3100

+1080p 24fps (same sensor as a33, I think)
+more accesories

cons

-lower res screen @ around 250k
-no in body stabilization
-smaller sensor than a55

cannon t2i
+available accessories
+more video options (I think)
-No swivel screen
+real viewfinder

I am going to Japan this winter and am really interested in taking lots of photos, video. Which camera would be the best starter dslr at the minute with a limited budget?

P.S; The canon d60 looks ideal but its too much for me...





Aug 27 2010 10:16PM
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MADDECENT
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For just quality/framerate capabilites, get the T2i, 1080p 30 fps, 720p 60fps.

But, obviously, there is much more to a DSLR than that, and I don't know enough to help you any more than this
Aug 28 2010 8:40PM
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MACAQUE
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Get the Canon or Nikon. I'd stap away from Sony, because their IQ isn't up to par with Nikon or Canon. Their pictures are noisier as well. Megapixles don't really matter on these cameras. Another reason to stay away from the Sony is the mirror they use. It's a pellicle mirror, which means it splits the light, so you loose about 1/3 of a stop. It can more FPS than the others, but it's not worth it in my opinion. If you're taking a lot of video, go with the Canon. If not, I'd go with the Nikon, but that's just because I personally like Nikon over Canon.
Aug 28 2010 8:58PM
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basedjase
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Go with Nikon or Canon, the glass quality is higher for when you get more into photography and realize kit lens' suck.
Aug 29 2010 2:25AM
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