Is this a good camera?

[nikonosis]

Is this camera good for taking pictures of an aquarium?

Canon s2 IS

What is the major diff between an slr camera and a non slr?

 

[jwedehase]

What's the major difference between a tree and a door knob? They're so different! Seriously, they both take pictures, obviously. An SLR has removable lenses and a lot more control and customization. They are very different beasts. While the SLR has a ton more capability, perfectly good pictures can be had with a point-n-shoot, and a photographer can make a mess in a hurry, if he doesn't know what he's doing with the SLR.

As for your questions, I've never used the S2, but have seen good reviews. I'm sure someone will chime in with more experience.

 

[nikonosis]

we are probably going to get the s2, hopefully someone here can give me some insight on it.

 

[Psyire]

I have the S2 IS and I'm getting alittle better at using it.

It takes some really good shots once you get to know all the settings. It's my first real decent camera so I have a lot to learn yet.

I wouldn't hesitate on buying it again. I just didn't think I needed a 'pro' camera like an SLR considering the price and what I use it for. (non-business)

 

[Chaotic Reefer4u]

S2 IS, is a very good camera, dont hesitate to buy one...

 

[nikonosis]

thank you for the replies, i think you guys have talked me into getting the canon s2!

 

[nikonosis]

well we bought a canon s2 is. can't wait to get it and test it out

 

[newhere]

The s3 is is out.

http://consumer.usa.canon.com/ir/controller?act=ModelDetailAct&fcategoryid=144&modelid=13077

 

[nikonosis]

its to expensive and it only does like 2 things more than the s2.

 

[Psyire]

It's actually not out yet... you won't see them all over until close to the summer

 

[nikonosis]

i figured it wasn't when i couldn't find any of them on ebay.