I finally figures out what Nikon's new 1 cameras remind me..

On Wed, 28 Sep 2011 15:27:31 -0400, PeterN
wrote:

>On 9/28/2011 1:13 PM, Bruce wrote:
>> nospam wrote:
>>
>>> In article , Bruce
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>>>> A problem with using a DSLR to shoot children is that the larger
>>>>>> sensor means much more limited depth of field. This places a much
>>>>>> greater demand on the AF system. Unfortunately, the continuous AF
>>>>>> modes of entry-level DSLRs can leave a lot to be desired. The result
>>>>>> is that sharply focused images can be an elusive goal for DSLR users.
>>>>>
>>>>> teach them to use a smaller f/stop for deeper depth of field.
>>>>
>>>> At the same time as teaching them to use a fast shutter speed to
>>>> freeze motion? If they then crank up the ISO, they will complain
>>>> about noisy images.
>>>
>>> it'll match the p&s compact. there is no difference in depth of field
>>> for the same image quality.
>>
>>
>> True, but we aren't talking about the same people. One owns a p+s and
>> not a DSLR, and the other bought a DSLR for reasons of better image
>> quality and wouldn't be seen dead using a p+s.
>>
>>
>>
>What a snobby thing to say. Many excellent amateur and Professional
>photographers who use DSLRs, will also use a P&S when they prefer not to
>carry a heavier camera.

I was recently intrigued to notice that one of Australasia's top Rugby
football photographers was using a Canon G11 or G12.

Regards,

Eric Stevens

Bruce wrote:

<heavily edited for brevity>

> The Nikon 1 System offers nothing new. If I wasn't trying to sell it,
> I would advise people who wanted a compact camera capable of producing
> good images to choose a Panasonic LUMIX LX5, Canon PowerShot G12, Nikon
> Coolpix P7100, Olympus EX-1.

<edited>

This is the type of attitude that gives salesmen a bad name. (Are you
on commission, by any chance?)

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Cordially,
John Turco

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