Bought DSC-F717 camera I have some questions

[mkeefe]

I like the camera but I was wondering if i should have spent the extra money to purchase a Digital SLR

Any feedback is greatly appreciated

PS--Do you guys know of any good Digital SLR cameras price is not a very big issue:)

[Edited on 23-3-2003 by mkeefe]

[Edited on 4-4-2003 by Slater]

[mkeefe]

I saw Nikon had a few SLR's what do you guys think about those

[Slater]

If you were to get a Nikon get the D100. However, most photographers will tell you including me will say that Digital SLRs are not where they need to be when comparing it to a 35mm film format. The camera that currently comes close to matching 35mm resolution is the Kodak Professional 14n. Too expensive.

I would tell you to stick w/ what you got for now. It is a very good camera. However, for future digital camering buying purposes don't go with a company that specializes in TV's and audio equipment. Go with Nikon, Canon or Fujifilm and maybe and I hate to say it Olympus.

Again, technology is not there yet, but it is coming close. Look up Foveon X3 technology.

Here is a good site to keep up to date w/ all things digital camera: dpreview (http://www.dpreview.com/)

[mkeefe]

Thank you Krutch that info is very helpful

[fotodog]

I'd second what Slater said

What you got it nice, have fun and post lots!

[PixelTickler]

In addition to Mr Slater's comments..I have been using the FujiFilm FinePixS1 for a year and find that it is every bit comparable to a 35mm format neg or slide as far as reproduction up to and including a 11"X14" print(inkjet). The KODAK 14n is supposed to be the best 35mm SLR size camera on the market...I have had one on backorder for 6 months so if I ever get it I'll report back. The NIKON D100 is a great machine but lacks the file size to do any croppping of the image and maintain res. at any enlargement.

[Woody916]

Canon 1DS! A real gem, especially for action. 8fps!

[kiwicolin]

I also have a DSC-717 and I am very happy with it for a digital camera

[Slater]

Woody if you have the money for a 10DS send me one while your at it. :lol