Camera People- help me, please

[Glacier]

There ARE cameras that are like an SLR, in alot of ways, but, according to the guy at the camera store, a 'true' SLC can't display the image at the time of the taking of the pic. Too technical for me to re-explain, but, it made sense at the time he said it.

I think you mean a "prosumer" camera. That's what my camera guy calls my Olympus C-5060. It's not a point and shoot(although you can set it to fully automatic), not a pocket camera. It has lots of manual options, all sorts of settings and tricks, but you can't change the lense and you can use the LCD to take pics.

[Cataholic]

Glacier, I made a change to my post. I said SLC, when I meant, SLR. No SLR camera gives you the function of viewing the picture AS you are taking it. (or, that is what the guy told me, and the first web site mentioned..... ).

Like Audrey said, hard to articulate, but, it makes sense. I **think**.

I have taken some pics, and WOW what a difference...but, the price was steep. So, I am going to play around with it for a few days, and make the final, final decision.

Thank you all for your input!

Johanna

[slleipnir]

I paid 1500 (with taxes and stuff) for my canon rebel SLR. I don't regret it one bit. I know that's probably too much for a camera, but I really like it. If I could use it better, I would be all set.

[finn's mom]

I know you've already pretty much gotten your answers, but, I wanted to chime in with how odd it has been for me to get back into using a viewfinder to take photos. I had my 35 mm camera for years, so, I knew I could get used to it again. I remember how weird it was to NOT use a viewfinder when I first had access to a digital. The camera I have now is an SLR, and, only uses the display for reviewing, and not taking, photos. I love my camera, though (it's a D80), and, am really enjoying getting to know it. I have a lot more to learn, though, as there are many things it's capable of. I think you will love the Nikon you got, and, definitely do not think it's a waste of money. Have fun with it! Can't wait to see those "toddler in action" shots.

[moosmom]

Jo,

Nikons are THE best! My Dad used one as a photojournalist and so do all the photographers at the newspaper I worked at. Excellent choice.

[Cataholic]

...WOW! I **love** my new camera! The pics are so crisp, the shots so fast, and I don't even know how to use it yet! Sadly, none of my old SLR lens fit, which figgers.....

Thanks again for the input, and I can't wait to upload some photos.

[cloverfdx]

Congratulations on the new purchase Johanna, i cannot wait to see some photos .

Have more to add later .