Gary Thom wrote:
Why? OK, I know the 350D has higher resolution, but if memory serves it doesn't have spot metering, it's small and a bit light in the hand (I need to go compare them side by side in my hands).
each of them has pros and cons... and depending on what you want out of the camera, it weighs one way or another. I know someone with the 350D at work, I have the D70. I have learned to bypass the focus bug of the D70 (one of the reasons for the D70S), so in the end it achieved my goals. I'll fight another decision for a camera in 2-3 years. All in all both are good cameras, I happen to like the weight and feel of the D70 so I consider it an advantage. the guy who bought the Canon believes the lighter heft of the Canon is an advantage. So a lot of it comes down to feel for what you want. The cannon's noise profile is less (thus better). Usually the choice between Canon and Nikon comes down to what your experience is, which is comfortable for you, and if you have any lenses you have already made a commitment. If you are buying lenses then you are making another commitment (so probably stickign to that line). _________________________ Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Talk about things of tomorrow and the mice in the ceiling laugh. (Japanese Proverb)