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Old 18-03-2007, 10:22 AM
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Re: Which is best?

You're bound to receive 100 different replies to that question!

These days, they're basically all good cameras. Perhaps a few things to think about are:

1.Size - if you're going to be lugging it about everywhere the canon is smallest.

2.Sensor dust removal - if you're outside changing lenses this could be more of an issue - of the three cameras mentioned I believe the olympus has the best dust system.

3.Image stabilisation - if you're not using a tripod image stabilised lenses are a benefit - but at a price! Some cameras now have built-in 'shake reduction' that will work with any (i.e.cheaper) lenses.

I've just upgraded from Panasonic FZ30 to a Pentax K10D for these reasons:
1. 'Weather proof' body. (useful if you're messing around in Landrovers!)
2. Built in dust removal system.
3. Built in 'shake reduction' system.

If you're looking for a new kit you might have a look at the Samsung GX-10 (I think it's cheap in Argos) - as this is basically the pentax K10D re-badged and the two lens kit is a good price as a starter dslr.

Hope that helps

Martyn
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