On Sat, 07 Aug 2004 20:56:03 -0700, Tom C. wrote:

I'm finally jumping into the digital camera world after having a great slr
system for some years. Would like a 5mp or better mid-level camera to start
with and was considering the Canon G5, until I read about the slow autofocus
that some reviewers have mentioned online. Trying to keep my budget to
$600, but can probably go up to $700 if it's worth it.
....

Spend another $100-200 and consider the Canon Digital Rebel, a true SLR
digital camera, very nice. You would not regret it in my opinion. I have
the Canon 10D SLR digital, essentially the same camera but with a better
body (the camera, not me!). I think it retails for $999 but street price
should be cheaper.

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