Got My New Camera

After what seems like a very long search, well it has been about 2 months I have finally got my new camera. One of the challenges was trying to decide whether I wanted a Point and Shoot or move up to a Digital SLR. I went back and forth trying to decide and finally a friend suggested that the only way to make a definitive decision was to hold and manipulate the types of cameras I was interested in purchasing. At first I visited my favourite haunts Future Shop and Best Buy only to find the cameras all had security gizmos attached making it impossible for me to get the real feel for the cameras. Finally I came across a place in Surrey which is about 10 minutes from my office and decide to give them a try.

This place, Photo Expert is a specialized photo shop which allowed me to not only manhandle the cameras but also gave me insights into the positives and negatives for each of the cameras I was investigating. In the end I was flipping back and forth between the Nikon D40 and Canon Rebel Xt and decided on the Rebel XTI with the 17-85mm lens. So far I am quite happy and while learning the ins and outs of my new is taking some time I am pleased with the results. I have included some pictures below

First I must say I am extremely impressed with the folks at Photo Expert, not only do they have great prices they are also very knowledgeable about the products they sell.

The New Toy

Just a few pictures from my new camera.