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I wonder is there any such web site/s or magazine/s to get unbiased reviews on cameras :shrug:
 
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There are plenty, dpreview, imaging resource, dxomark and photography blog. Magazines aren't as independent as they rely on advertising.
 
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There are plenty, dpreview, imaging resource, dxomark and photography blog. Magazines aren't as independent as they rely on advertising.
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But there are always links to where you can buy - but I guess being fair it is on every camera review page and not more emphasised on some cameras not others. Oh I am just rambling on now :D:lol:
 
But there are links to all cameras not just some of them so there is no bias in that sense.

I have read their reviews and my own experiences of the cameras I have bought have matched their reviews so I think they're pretty ok to trust.
 
I have read most of the review site for years and even though DPreview is the most impressive I feel that the search for features could be better.

In my case I am looking at an entry level DSLR (Pnasonic G2 caught my eye but a four thirds) and need good low light performance. I have read, for the same camera, in the past week, that one camera on one web site is good for low light and another web site say not good for low light. :shrug:
 
Good for 'low light' is a bit vague. How low is low, and how good is good? What are they comparing it against?

I'd just look at high iso low light image samples and see whether they seem acceptable. If not, it's not good in low light. If so, then it probably is. A 4/3rds (like the G2) won't be as good in low light as a dslr due to the smaller sensor.

There are the sony NEX small interchangeable lens mirror less designs. They have a full aps-c sized sensor.
 
DayDreamer said:
I have read most of the review site for years and even though DPreview is the most impressive I feel that the search for features could be better.

In my case I am looking at an entry level DSLR (Pnasonic G2 caught my eye but a four thirds) and need good low light performance. I have read, for the same camera, in the past week, that one camera on one web site is good for low light and another web site say not good for low light. :shrug:
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'Good' compared to what? G2 is good compared to a compact, but not so good compared to full frame.

If it's low light performance you're after, you need to capture as much light as possible, which means a big sensor and a big aperture lens - probably a prime, with a low f/number.

G2 has the smallest sensor (MFT) out there in a quality camera. Full frame has the biggest (4x the size, and much more expensive) and the Canon/Nikon croppers are somewhere inbetween.
 
Thanks for all the very useful replies :thumbs:

I am on a very fast learning curve and will only buy something when I have considered the options very carefully as I am on a tight budget. Entry level DSLR in other words.

It looks like from what you guys are telling me I need to rule out the Panasonic G2 so I am left with Nikon D3100 & Pentax KR. I was thinking of Canon 1100D but rule that out when I looked head to head with the Nikon.

My low light reference is for taking shots inside buildings like churches and without flash. My son's Canon 550 does it well but my little Panasonic TZ8 fails miserably.

So getting there, I think :thinking:
 
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Just to point out that the Panasonic G2 is not a DSLR. As with any advice on buying a camera, you need to handle the camera, as well as read the reviews, to help make your choice. The G2, (a Compact System Camera seems to be the latest term) has an Electronic Viewfinder which could have a big impact on the user experience. Some people like them, some people don't.

CSC cameras also have a smaller range of lenses to choose from, which would only be a problem if you can't find a lens to do what you want to do, but it is a consideration to take into account.


I've found DPReview to be the most comprehensive review site, though they are slow to review, and don't review a lot.
 
Hi Redhed

I have been reading DPreview daily for years as I love the photo challenges but when I was in compact territory I found few reviews on them but plenty on DLSRs.

I used to use cameras everyday in my work but I need something small, automatic and could take shots quickly with being noticed. No - not a spy - but I handled confidential business sales where owners didn't want staff or suppliers to know they were going on sale.

DD
 
DayDreamer said:
Thanks for all the very useful replies :thumbs:

I am on a very fast learning curve and will only buy something when I have considered the options very carefully as I am on a tight budget. Entry level DSLR in other words.

It looks like from what you guys are telling me I need to rule out the Panasonic G2 so I am left with Nikon D3100 & Pentax KR. I was thinking of Canon 1100D but rule that out when I looked head to head with the Nikon.

My low light reference is for taking shots inside buildings like churches and without flash. My son's Canon 550 does it well but my little Panasonic TZ8 fails miserably.

So getting there, I think :thinking:
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Image Stabilisation would help a lot with static subjects like that. With a lens like the Canon 17-55 2.8 IS, you could maybe run down to 1/4sec at the 17mm end, plus you have f/2.8 to play with.

That would be right on the limit for even the best hand-holding technique, but if you shoot three or four frames, at least one of them would be sharp. There's safety in numbers with this sort of thing!
 
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