We’re buying a new camera… a nice one. We spent about $700 on Ryan’s newborn photos – and only got to choose THREE poses. They’re beautiful, of course, but we can’t do that again! Our price range for this camera is $600 – 700. I keep going back and forth between the Canon and the Nikon, so I’m asking all of you smart people.… Take the poll below and then PLEASE leave a comment on WHY you voted the way you did. Why the Canon or why the Nikon?
Also.. I read the Canon Rebel XSi was discontinued? That’s what I would have bought… I can still buy it, but is it smart to buy a discontinued camera?? HELP!
Background info: I’m a newbie at this… I mainly want awesome pictures of Ryan, nature, family, etc. And I want it here before BlogHer so I can take it with 
But want to get the RIGHT ONE for that much money, kwim?
THANK YOU!
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You really can’t go wrong with either — go to a camera store, hold each one in your hands and try it out for awhile, and pick which one you feel most comfortable with. I personally have had a Canon XTi (older version of the XSi) for 2.5 years and I love it.
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See this is a tough one. Both are excellent brands. Neither the Canon nor the Nikon is better than the other.
One thing you really want to consider is WHAT you will be using the camera for. Will you just be doing the point and shoot or will you be wanting to get more in depth with it and use the manual settings. You will have more control over the photos than if you are just pointing and shooting.
Another thing you want to consider is cost. Are you looking to spend a lot …or not a lot? I’m used to Canon so I would suggest a G10 or G11. They take EXCELLENT photos, but it’s not outrageously expensive.
Good luck!
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I am a professional photographer and use a Canon 40D and 5D for work but I just bought myself a new Rebel XSi (that just came on Wednesday!) and I love it. After a lot of research that is what I believe is the best for my money.
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My Dad swears by Nikon! You can’t really go wrong witheither Canon or Nikon, but all he has is Nikon, that’s what I have — and that’s how I picked my wedding photographers.
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I really suggest the Cannon t2i, i’m saving up for it. It’s a fabulous DSLR but the video it does to is AMAZING. Like, it is being used by some indie film makers and commercial makers, and you can find it in the 700$s. I’m trying to sell my XTi so i can get it!
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It’s simple. I’ve NEVER owned a Canon I didn’t like.
http://spontaneousday.blogspot.com
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I love my Nikon D5000 — easy to use and the pictures come out of the camera looking great. Very little editing ever needed!
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I have a basic Nikon CoolPix L100. I think it’s great for anyone who wants great looking pictures, but doesn’t have the time or patience for a million different settings to chose from. It takes really good video with audio as well. I can’t even whisper during a video without it picking it up. I love it and I think it only cost around $300.
http://www.nikonusa.com/Find-Your-Nikon/Product/Digital-Camera/26170/COOLPIX-L100.html
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