Economical Digital SLR Camera?

Question

Which of the two is a better DSLR camera between the two -- Canon 450D or the Sony A200, with regard to performance and economy? Are there any other pros and cons between the two?

Answer 1

The sony dslr a200 with the kit lens currently retails at $499, the canon 450D/ XSI is at around $850. The 450D is a better choice but at $350 more.......the money saved could be used for buying some good lenses for the sony....or a good point and shoot digital camera for back up....

To answer your question, performance = canon 450D, economy= Sony A200.

The Nikon D40 is a good choice at $475, with a wide variety of lenses that are cheaper, but the sony has IS, anti-dust, and a few more megapixels....

Consider the Olympus e510 too, its cheap at $525 with the kit lens and has live view too, as an added advantage over the sony.

Answer 2

Actually some how you missed the most economical and highest performer available at this time.  For under $470 you can buy a Nikon D40 with AF-S 18-55 mm ED lens.

http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/d40/d40-rec...

http://kenrockwell.com/tech/mpmyth.htm

http://www.jdpower.com/electronics/ratin...

These links should help you decide.