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wlau · 02-28-2008, 12:52 AM

I'm looking to buy my first digital SLR camera. I've been looking into getting one for over a year now.

With the introduction of the new Canon XSI and Nikon D60, I'm a bit confused as to whether to buy these new ones (and pay the price premium) or get the soon-to-be discounted Canon Rebel XTI or Nikon D40x models.

I understand that lenses are really where it's all at but with that being said, I still want to get a good body.

I've read in this thread how a D40x feels off balance when you stick on a larger lens, is this the case also with a XTI? I guess the best bet is for me to go in there and try it out with different lenses. What's the opinion here on this issue?

Also, is the XSI or D60 substantially better than the models they are supposedly replacing? Or is it not worth that price premium. I've heard that the XSI will go for $799 USD body only w/ an $899 body+lens option.

Thanks!

02-28-2008, 12:52 AM	#1027
wlau What hasn't Killed me, has made me more tolerant of RS! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: BC Posts: 195 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Failed 0 Times in 0 Posts	I'm looking to buy my first digital SLR camera. I've been looking into getting one for over a year now. With the introduction of the new Canon XSI and Nikon D60, I'm a bit confused as to whether to buy these new ones (and pay the price premium) or get the soon-to-be discounted Canon Rebel XTI or Nikon D40x models. I understand that lenses are really where it's all at but with that being said, I still want to get a good body. I've read in this thread how a D40x feels off balance when you stick on a larger lens, is this the case also with a XTI? I guess the best bet is for me to go in there and try it out with different lenses. What's the opinion here on this issue? Also, is the XSI or D60 substantially better than the models they are supposedly replacing? Or is it not worth that price premium. I've heard that the XSI will go for $799 USD body only w/ an $899 body+lens option. Thanks!