Do I really need a DSLR?
If you feel you've reached the limit your camera can give you (you've mastered it and it's holding you back). Then move on.
Normally the "not enough zoom" problem is just that you're not getting close enough. OF course this is not always the case so YMMV.
Would it be rude to ask why you bought a DSLR?
Not at all. I "transitioned" from a film SLR (actually several). Back then, P&S film cameras were nowhere like the P&S digitals today. In addition to my SLRs, I also have owned P&S digitals (Agfa in 2000, Fujifilm and several Panasonics) for those times when an SLR was not appropriate or convenient.Stacy Kaufman wrote: Boy, good answers that have me thinking. I could get closer to things and I'm not made of money either. Oh and I'm hardly a master of this camera. You know what? I think it has to do with that I'm having fun with this camera and enjoy photography and would really like to take my hobby to the next level. My husband is away on travel most of the time so a new hobby would be handy to pass time.
Would it be rude to ask why you bought a DSLR?
To me, the biggest advantage of the DSLR over the P&S is the shutter delay but even that is getter better. A new Panasonic for about $400 now has 14mp, 16x optical zoom, IS, built-in GPS and is pretty quick. Another advantage of the SLR is the larger sensor that allows larger prints IF you have used the right settings and have crystal clear focus. That said, I have some sharp 8x10s taken with the Agfa 2 mp oldie. The delay on that baby was around a second or more.
Shoot, learn and share. It will make you a better photographer.
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cwightmanphotos wrote: IMO, unless you plan to become pro (make money or shoot like a pro), noone really NEEDS a DSLR. It's more like people WANT a DSLR.
People can outgrow their current P&S, but they can always buy a new and better P&S. No need to buy a DSLR. I think that is where alot of normal everyday people go wrong. They think just because they enjoy taking flower pictures or pictures of their kids, means they NEED to have a DSLR.
Stacy Kaufman wrote: Would it be rude to ask why you bought a DSLR?
No it wouldnt be rude. I have been shooting with SLrs since the 70s, I also shot with Medium Format, started out with 120 when I was a kid. I had a few P&S cameras but was still shooting 35mm film with my Pentax MX. When the Dslrs got alot better I decided to take the plunge but, went with Nikon because Pentax came late to the Dslr party. By then I sold my glass for my MX and only have it and a 50mm.
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