Canon 1000D vs Nikon D3000

Whih DSLR to go for?

  • Canon 1000D

    Votes: 18 41.9%

  • Nikon D3000

    Votes: 25 58.1%
  • Total voters
    43
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Having done a fair bit of reading I've decided that one of these will be my new camera - however I haven't got a clue which to go for. Everything I've read says they're much of a muchness so thought I'd put it to a poll (hopefully if I've done this right!) and see what the consensus of opinion is here :-)

Thanks for any input!


*Any input at all people? Please?*
 
I think you are asking a question that can't be answered on here, Nikon people vote Nikon, Canon vote Canon, best to look at which camp you want to join both have advantages and disadvantages, but spend some time looking through threads on here and you will soon see. try the "I'm leaving Canon to goto Nikon threads and vice versa to see why they are swapping also read the arguments from others as to why they should stay. don't forget the other camps Sony, Pentax etc. hope that makes sense.
 
I opted for the Canon.
Two reasons:-I had got on well with 35mm versions of the EOS for years,and the 1000D has Live View,Which can be very handy at times!
I doubt you will be dissapointed whichever you get though!
 
Either of those would be ideal as a entry level dslr. Have you been to a camera shop to hold both cameras? This may help you with your choice as one of them may feel more comfortable in your hand.
 
as hillbilly states above - feel the camera in a shop. Hold it, look through the viewfinder, have a quick look at the menu system etc. The Nikon lens range is pretty darn big as well, there are very few lenses that a beginner/enthusiast will want/need/able to afford that the Nikon range lacks.

The 18-55mm that comes with the 1000D is I believe the non-IS version - which by all accounts is a bit of a dog, canon's 18-55mm lens with IS which comes with all other canon dslrs is far better.

The Nikon 18-55mm VR lens that comes with the D3000 is supposed to be one of the best kit lenses available. The Nikon also has a bigger rear lcd. Plus it has spot metering which the canon lacks, however the canon has liveview which is useful for macro photography.

There isn't much to choose between them, but if they are the same price and after handling them you still aren't sure I'd choose the Nikon, because it comes with a better kit lens. One thing to remember with the D3000 it will only autofocus with nikon lenses that has an af-s motor - the only lens this really affects is the 50mm f/1.8 - if you want a 50mm prime with AF you'd have to buy the f/1.4. however on the other hand Nikon have the cheap af-s 35mm f1.8 which is imo a more usable range.

just my view on it (I'm a sony user by the way so I'm unbiased on this one!)
 
Cant be bothered to write an essay. The Nikon build quality is superior. Who cares about live view :)
 
You really need to go along to a camera shop and try each one and see which feels right in your hands. When I was in the market for my first dslr I wanted and Olympus as I'd had an Olympus film camera, then I had the chance to try one and decided I didn't like it, so I read up on the various options, as you have done, and settled on the D3000's predecessor,the Nikon D40.

That was fine until I managed to try one of those in a shop and I realised it was far too small for me to comfortably hold in my hands. Without trying it first I would have bought myself a totally unsuitable (for me) camera and probably never used it, so make sure you try before you buy....
 
I vote Canon for reasons being -
Liveview
feels better to me
lenses are easier to acquire and usually cheaper secondhand imo.
 
YorkieBen said:
The 18-55mm that comes with the 1000D is I believe the non-IS version - which by all accounts is a bit of a dog, canon's 18-55mm lens with IS which comes with all other canon dslrs is far better.
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Yes, I forgot about that. The 1000D originally came with the is 18-55 lens, mine did when I bought it in January 2009. The kit lens was replaced with the older 18-55 lens on the quiet shortly afterwards. A bit sneaky & mean from Canon imo.
 
Horden Hillbilly said:
Yes, I forgot about that. The 1000D originally came with the is 18-55 lens, mine did when I bought it in January 2009. The kit lens was replaced with the older 18-55 lens on the quiet shortly afterwards. A bit sneaky & mean from Canon imo.
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Very sneaky indeed! I was fortunate that when The wife bought me my 1000D it came with the IS version kit lens.
 
The Nikon, I've tried them both and the Nikon felt right, the Canon didn't. #

However I'm not considering a D3000. I'm either going to save some money and get a used D60 or take a step up to the D5000 which has the same sensor as the D90.
 
Thanks for all the info - it's certainly given me something to think about! I've been into Jessops and tried both camera's and they both felt good to me so that didn't help lol!
Will let you know what I decide :D
 
I could say go to a shop and try it blah blah... Instead I'll say get the Nikon.
 
Toss a coin! If you can't decide having handled them then get the cheapest one.
 
I had the choice between a Canon 1000D with IS kit lens and a Nikon D60 with VR kit lens at the time.........and I ended up choosing the Canon, even though the D60 kit was probably better.

The main reason was that the Nikon felt a bit weird and the functions on the camera didn't feel as intuitive as the Canon I thought. Now I'm really glad I went for Canon because I've been able to upgrade my lenses and body, and it's been a great experience so far.

I think it's down to personal preference of the feel/look/functions of the body.....but for future purposes, lens range is a big deciding factor because it is unlikely you will keep an entry-level body for a long time as you will probably feel the need to upgrade at some point to get more out of your shooting.
 
I hate the Nikon D3000 with passion! Canon 1000D all the way!
 
Also, don't forget you can buy a 1000D used........and probably get the IS kit lens instead of the non-IS with new purchases. I just recently sold my 1 year old 1000D + IS kit lens for £300 with 2 spare batteries. I'm sure there are similar deals about. I'd definitely say avoid buying one with the non-IS kit lens.
 
lauy said:
Also, don't forget you can buy a 1000D used........and probably get the IS kit lens instead of the non-IS with new purchases. I just recently sold my 1 year old 1000D + IS kit lens for £300 with 2 spare batteries. I'm sure there are similar deals about. I'd definitely say avoid buying one with the non-IS kit lens.
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Agreed. I picked up a second hand 1000d with IS lens for £300.
 
If that earlier statement is true the the Canon does not have spot metering, get the Nikon.
 
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