Expert: John Oliverio - 1/7/2004

Question
Hi John:

I am going to by a mid priced sub-professional digital camera and the Cannon Digital Rebel keeps being recommended.  The body and a 18-55 lens can be had for around a grand and that's about what I want to spend.  Do you think it's a good choice?  If not, do you have a better pick?

I'm a CPA if you have any tax or accounting questions I can answer for you.

Thanks/Peace,


Mark W. Lee
Houston
mark@greenparade.com

Answer
Mark,

Hello. Thanks for the question.

The digital Rebel is a great camera.  But I would consider adding to your budget.  The kit doesn't come with a memory card....  and you'll need a fairly large one.  At least 256mb.  Also, you may be disapointed with the power of the kit lens.  The 80-200 or 70-300 would round-out the kit.  And also the built in flash, while OK for fill and popping around the house, lack any real power.

John