rajat_mathur

Hi All,

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I'm writing almost about a year and a half since I started this

thread, and its been a lot of fun reading the mails. I greatly

appreciate all those who've given people like me such great advice!!

My sincere thanks to you all!!

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In response to James' question, about which one I ended up with,

well, it was finally the Rebel (though I finally wanted to buy the

Nikon, which wasn't available yet, hence ...). After a long and

arduous process, I figured I'd be happy with either. However, the

Nikon N60 (a precursor to the N65) felt a bit better to hold and I

thought the N65 would be identical in its form factor. At the time

when I absolutely had to buy it, the N65 wasn't out yet and I

couldn't wait a month or so for it to be available. So I got the

Canon and would say I'm reasonably satisfied. Also, as it turns out,

the N65 does not really feel like the N60 and feels almost identical

to the Rebel, so I finally think the Rebel would've been my choice

either way, blindfolded or not.

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I've taken it on several trips and the light weight is a real boon.

However, I did have some transient shutter problems last September,

but the Canon people fixed it for free (warranty). Otherwise, I've

got some great shots with it and am quite happy.

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Now, am planning to buy a nicer lens. I currently have the 28 - 90

(silver) which came with it which is also fine for a novice like me.

But then, I could go for a digital solution next too ... ;-) Aha,

food for another thread ?? :-)

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Cheers

Rajat.

I wished to get some feedback about the new Canon 28-90 USM lens

that replaces the 28-80 lens as the standard zoom. I am planning

a new purchase and had pretty much written off the 28-80 in favor

of a 28-105 since the latter is reputed to be much sharper.

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However, the new 28-90 seems attractive due to its low weight. I'd greatly appreciate any feedback.

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Many thanks,

Rajat.

I'm trying to decide whether to purchase a Nikon N65 (newly released)

or a Rebel 2000 system. The Nikons seem to have a better grip and

feel (N60) as compared to the Canon Rebel series. The

other features seem roughly comparable. Also, the Nikon lens

(28 - 80 mm.) which comes with the kit seems to be nicer than the

Canon lens, except for the USM feature which is unique to Canon.

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Also, from a price vs. performance perspective for the long run, which system, in your opinion would be more versatile ? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Thanks very much.

-Rajat.