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<p>Sorry for the late comment, I don't come often.<br>

I am inspired to do better by looking at your pictures. Like the fishing pole picture. Ugly Stick? Hooked on bottom, maybe?</p>

<p>And these are your pictures <a href="../photodb/member-photos?user_id=2458102">http://www.photo.net/photodb/member-photos?user_id=2458102</a> ? Or your name happens to be the same.</p>

<p>Actually, a camera might be your answer. Check out the T3i's 3x full HD video feature.<br>

<br />That make my 17-55 f2.8 an equivalent of 17 - 165 f2.8. If you have a tele lens, T3i video will make it 3x longer without losing HD capability.</p>

<p>Thank you Bob Bernhard for pointing that out.</p>

<p>If T3 has a sensor close to T2i/T3i in low light performance, I agree it is a bargain.</p>

<p>I believe the sensor of T3 is 2 generations behind the latest Rebel model T2i and T3i. <br>

The price difference between T3 kit and T2i kit is $200 from Canon USA official site. </p>

<p>In my non-pro eyes, you are a good candidate for the upgrade. You should be fine with the new camera/lenses for your indoor need. It would only be challenging if your need includes indoor sports.<br>

Don't discount the 18-55 IS kit lens. With that, it is possible you may not even need some of your intended lenses.</p>

<p>Interesting. I thought all bodies are made in Japan.</p>

<p>If price is the same, I would choose the one from Japan for now. 6 Months later, anywhere but Japan. </p>

<p>I went with the 55-250 IS route, thinking to add a 70-200 in the future for quality shots. </p>

<p>However, the 55-250 is so good that I have a hard time justifying a 70-200 now....maybe until I go full frame...</p>

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<p>When I purchased my XTI 2 years ago, I bought 2 generic batteries (I think @ 8 dollars a piece). They have never failed me. <br>

Did you notice the seller has 160,000 feed-backs at 99.2% positive rate? If that can't be translated into trust for a $10 deal, I don't know what can be considered dependable.<br>

Good luck.</p>

<p>If anything, I would add the EFS 18 55 IS only. No other lenses and no camera body either. That should be good to get you going.<br>

I don't want to be RUDE, but skills are more important than gears. Good luck.</p>

<p>My IS lenses make "noise" also, especially noticeable in a quiet environment. I suppose "noise" is a good thing, here. Enjoy.</p>

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<p>hummmmm. Not even one reply..... I know this is a SLR forum but thought you may have insight into Sony Point and Shoot as well...</p>

<p>Anyway, in case this post is searched in the future, we have looked at both w290 and w230 in 2 stores. In both cases, the pictures from w230 look better. That may or may not be lens related. We decided to get a w230.</p>

<p>Thanks.</p>

<p>Hi, there.</p>

<p>We are thinking to add a point and shoot camera - either a Sony w290 or a Sony w230.</p>

<p>Should I expect to see a noticeable optical quality drop - for still pictures - from w290's 5x zoom to w230's 4x zoom? Had the same 5x zoom been used in the earlier P&S cameras?</p>

<p>Your thought/experience is highly appreciated.</p>