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Originally posted by Mmmm, Burger (C.J.)
Sony Alpha? The Minolta Maxxum D5 replacement for $900.
And, Wonk, I'll save you a post: No, it's not Nikon or Canon, so serious photographers won't take you seriously.
eta: oops. I was looking at the kit version of the d80. The prices are a lot closer (900 vs. 1000) than I thought.
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The Nikon has the Sony CCD in it, which is part of what makes it a great camera. I think Nikon has superior optics, but really the main reason I am firmly committed to Nikon is that I already have a decent investment in their lenses.
The Minolta is a good camera. I doubt that most people would be able to tell the difference between a good shot with the Minolta and one taken with the Nikon. The big difference other than optics is that the Nikon has better auto and special program modes, so it's more forgiving of amateurs like me.
