Help me pick a DSLR

[stealthwolf]

As above. When I bought my G12, I went to try it out first to try it out. Fitted beautifully in my hands. Hence went for it over its rivals.

[Degudodger]

And once you have chosen your DSLR Porn set up a FLickr account http://www.flickr.com/photos/degudodger/

[simonp]

For example... the kit lens on the Canon 600D is the 18-55mm, which is  a piece of poo poo. The 17-85 is much better 

What makes it that much better? What's a good price to pay for the latter?

[stealthwolf]

You're basically differentiating between zoom. 18-55 means you have a limited range, where as 17-85 is wider so more image is captured when you zoom out, and has a longer reach so can zoom in more.

At least that's my understanding. The 17-85 is meant to be a very good all round multipurpose lens.

[rich83]

For example... the kit lens on the Canon 600D is the 18-55mm, which is  a piece of poo poo. The 17-85 is much better 

What makes it that much better? What's a good price to pay for the latter?

Better glass and longer zoom. I think i sold mine for about 130 quid, soon around about that.

[simonp]

I have a Canon telephoto that I think was pretty cheap when new anyway, but want to sell as I don't use it. Think it's a 75-300 (non IS). How much you reckon I'd get for it and where's the best place to sell?

[rich83]

Search eBay for similar items. I'd sell on eBay mate?

[simonp]

Looked at that 17-85 on the Jessops website, nearly 400 quid on there!

[Hedge]

I think that says more about Jessops than anything else.

No substitute for good glass and good glass isn't cheap. My short lens is a 16-50mm f2.8 and is around £600 new. 

[JackG]

I'll arrange a trip to Jessops or similar and have a play! Anything else I'll need?
Camera body
Memory card
Carry case
Lense

Cheers
Jack

[B3n]

A lens filter for each lens

Stick with a plain UV one. These basically screw over the end of your lens so give an extra bit of protection against scratching the actual lens glass itself. Mine have saved my lens quite a few times 

Ben

[stealthwolf]

Some would disagree with the need for a UV filter but they do add additional protection.

[Edition30]

Im going for the Sony NEX-C3 on payday.

Selling on Jessops for £399.99 with £29.99 cashback from Sony. Also available on a 0% 6 month finance deal.

[RussZS]

Im going for the Sony NEX-C3 on payday.

Selling on Jessops for £399.99 with £29.99 cashback from Sony. Also available on a 0% 6 month finance deal.

Great choice, it's what I got!  Superb camera for the cash, and VERY easy to use!  Maybe not quite SLR quality, but good enough for me!

[Edition30]

Im no pro so im sure it will more than good enough for what I want it for.


Did you find a good deal by any chance?