Re: Canon G9 or the EOS 400D

"Simon Davis" <sdavis@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote in message 
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>I am looking to buy a new camera. I have tried looking on the net so see 
>what the difference is between compact digital and a DSLR. I am still non

>the wiser. Anyway, I have come up with either the Canon G9 or the EOS
400D 
>and wanted to ask here what is the best camera. I wanted to point and
shoot 
>initially and then have the features there to learn about so I can grow 
>into it.
>
> Thanks for the help

Simon

There are a number of differences (quality, handling and price to name but

three) between even a sophisticated p+s and a prosumer dSLR but perhaps
the 
biggest difference is that with the P+S you are limited to the integral
zoom 
lens and flash on the camera whereas a dSLR will accept interchangeable 
lenses and  other system accessories such as flash units and therefore has

far greater potential and flexibility.

I've used a 350D for nearly three years and although it allows you to take

full control over exposure and composition it also has a couple of modes 
where it acts as a glorified p+s if required and I assume the 400D is 
similar in that regard  If you buy one you can use it that way to begin
with 
and then gradually explore it's other features as your confidence,
curiosity 
and creativity blossom.

HTH

Garry