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The biggest problems I had with my compact point-and-shoot camera is the delay between shots and generally poor performance in environments with poor lighting. For most of the shots, these were not major problems, but when they were a problem, have been a huge problem, and there is not much that can be resolved without going to a better camera. I do not think I'm the first person to reach a brick wall when using compact digital cameras, which is why there are now some great options that do not cost a fortune.


After reading a lot of reviews online digital SLR cameras, I am limited to two choices: the Sony A300 and Nikon D60. I love my compact Canon, but not everything that has been hit with the Canon DSLR that I watched, both in terms of price or features.

Sony has a very competitive price and offers some advanced features, such as auto-focus and image stabilizer built into the camera itself, not relying on the lens. The A300 is also a live preview on the LCD, the D60 does not offer (live preview is what you get with a compact camera: you see what you are shooting as you take the photo). Finally, the A300 has more focus points than the Nikon. I spent much time doing different stores side-by-side comparisons of these two cameras. After many test shots, I finally chose the D60 for the following reasons: he felt more compact and lighter than the Sony, I liked the way the lens felt when I was zooming, its LCD menu system was very clearer and more intuitive, and the family of Nikkor lenses is unbeatable. With a DSLR, it becomes very low for the line you want to commit to slow future purchases. I was not sure I wanted to go with Sony, Nikon, when it is well known for its optical quality.

I ordered the D60 from Amazon and I am glad I did, since they have a price of 30 days of party politics. If the price of the camera decreases within 30 days from date of purchase, all you have to do is Amazon e-mail, and will credit the difference. The price of the D60 has gone down three times after my purchase (it's even lower today, but I spent my 30 days), and Amazon was quick to process a refund for any reduction. Please note that it is your responsibility to check the current price. Amazon will not warn you that the price has gone down, and why should they? So if you buy this from Amazon, be sure to check every couple of days to see what is the current price.

As for the camera and lens, I could not be happier. I like how it feels and how easy to use, at least for basic shots. Of course do not fit in my pocket so my point-and-shoot has done, but not as big or as heavy as I expected. The kit lens has VR (Vibration Reduction), which is a good thing to have, and is well balanced with the compact body of this camera. In other words, the camera is pointing down under the weight of the lens. All who have tried my new camera has commented on how compact and ergonomic it feels.

The camera works well in environments with low light, with or without flash (the flash can be defeated if you want, and I find that in many situations, I get better results this way). The flash is more powerful than what you get with a compact camera, and the coverage is more uniform.

So far, I used mainly the "Auto" mode, but I took some photos in macro mode. E 'graat be able to take pictures in rapid succession without having to wait the way you do with a point-and-shoot. Most important of all, the image quality is exceptional. The difference is remarkable and consistent best what I was with my point-and-shoot.

The LCD menu is intuitive and visually attractive. That was one of the reasons I went with the Nikon in the first place, and I was not disappointed. Pressing the right button as you move the mode dial, you can see a description of what makes each of them, which is very useful. It 'a little' how to get help "system" integrated into the camera, without having to carry around the instructions. That said, the instruction manual is very good. Not teach you everything there is to know about digital SLR, but it does a good job of explaining the features of the camera. However, I recommend buying a book more comprehensive guide that is specific to the Nikon D60 (there is one by David Busch, which is currently available, and many others are scheduled to appear within the next two months).

So, I love this camera, especially on the very reasonable price point. However, there are some things you should consider before making a final decision. First, the D60 will only auto-focus lens Nikkor AF-S. This means that most Nikon "prime" lenses require manual focusing. That was not a big problem for me, but it is a limitation. Secondly, the D60 has 3 points to bring attention to the low end for this feature. Third, the D60 uses SD cards, while the Sony uses Compact Flash cards, as do many higher-end DSLR. This is not really a more or less, since SD cards are generally less expensive than Compact Flash, but some users say that Compact Flash cards can be more sustainable in the longer term (they are bigger and thicker). Finally, unlike the Sony, the D60 does not provide live preview. In other words, you do not see the image on the LCD display until after you have made.

With all this, I am very happy with my decision and I have a lot of fun with my Nikon D60. If you're ready to move up from your point-and-shoot to a DSLR, you can not go wrong with the D60.