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[Viper]

hi there!
im pretty new to photograpy so any help will be appreiated, i would like to know what digital cameras are good when it comes to taking action shots such as (sports ,pets etc)? i have an Olympus C 3030 which i think is quite slow even though it takes good pictures. I would also like to know what cameras are good for shutter lag?

[JCW3]

If your looking do do a lot of sports/action photography, then a DSLR is a good way to start. The shutter lag is not that extream, but the most important thing is the focusing is MUCH faster than most consumer cameras.

But when looking at a DSLR the body is going to start at $1000 and then the prices go up from there depending on what lenses you go with. But that would be the way to go if your looking to do alot of this type of photography.

If DSLR is not your choice then a few good proconsumer cameras may fit your needs.

The Fuji 602, s5000, s7000, and S20 all are fairly fast cameras. They tend to have very nice virst rates (up to 5 fps).

The Minolta line is not a bad choice as well. The lenses are fast and the focus speed is good for the price ranges. They have the A1/A2 cameras which give as much control as a entry level DSLR in most cases and a nice 28-200mm lens. These camera also run there Sensor Stablization, which is very nice. They also have the Z series which are fairly cheap and offer alot of bang for your buck.

If quality is not as big, Olympus made the E-100RS which has been known as the speed king for years. It has a 10x IS lens that is fast and has some amazing action settings and funtions. Its only a 1.5m,p, but it produces some amazing quality for that range. its more geared to the newspaper industry.

Again there are alot more out there, but not sure what your price range is and what type of sports/action your shooting. As far as your comments above, I would probably recommend paying closer attention to focus lag in consumer cameras more than shutter lag. But both are important topics.

[Viper]

Thanks for all the advice.
I am looking at the DSLR and the nixion D70 which i've heard is another fast camera but to tell the truth its way above my budget at the moment. i like to go dog racing and other sports events and it is good to be able to get some particular intresting photos. I'm going to have a look at the Minolta line but for the mean time i am hoping to find something in a cheaper price range.