Nikon 3100 or Canon (and lenses) 1100

[Mike1980]

I've read lots and lots of reviews comparing the Nikon and Canon.

For the most part, the video of the Nikon seems to give it the lead in online reviews. I've used both cameras in shops and like both. It will be my first DSLR so I don't have a preference. Both feel comfortable and both seem easy enough to navigate through the menus.

I don't care about the videoing... I honestly won't use it.

Jessops are offering a Canon 1100D with an 18-55mm and a 75-300mm Canon IS lens, filters and a bag for 499 pounds.

The Nikon 3100 (which is quickly becoming out of stock in a lot of shops) is 450 pounds with just the 18-55mm lens.

My photography will be a real mix of city / land scapes and general 'family' photographs. Not much low light or other type of more 'specific' photographs.

The closer to 500 pounds, the better. I like the idea of the 2nd 75-300mm lens but am worried that the Nikon's the better camera.


Thanks a lot,

Mike

 

[col1888]

Mike

I have been looking at the same kits too, and would appreciate any advice. They are also doing the 1100d with a 50mm f/1.8 lens instead of the tamron 70-300mm. Just wondered which would be better ? Not trying to hijack your thread !

Col

 

[Mike1980]

In the end, I went for the Canon 500D.

I know it's an older model than the 1100D but it felt nicer to hold and seems to take brilliant pics.

I've only had it for 24 hours and it's my first SLR, but I couldn't be happier with it.

There's a Jessops deal on the 500D and two lens kit.

BTW, the 3100 seems to be out of stock everywhere now.

 

[DoctorBob]

Good choice
IIRC it has a better sensor and generally better build quality. Can't remember the downsides.

 

[andyred]

..... a Canon 1100D with an 18-55mm and a 75-300mm Canon IS lens, filters and a bag for 499 pounds...

Mike

I have been looking at the same kits too, and would appreciate any advice. They are also doing the 1100d with a 50mm f/1.8 lens instead of the tamron 70-300mm. Just wondered which would be better ? Not trying to hijack your thread !

Col

Hi Col & Welcome

My only comment would be not to go for the 75-300 lens, the 55-250IS is a much better lens as is the 70-300IS.

 

[andyred]

In the end, I went for the Canon 500D.

I know it's an older model than the 1100D but it felt nicer to hold and seems to take brilliant pics.

I've only had it for 24 hours and it's my first SLR, but I couldn't be happier with it.

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Good choice Mike

Glad your happy with it, look forward to you posting some images ...