New Nikon D3000 – Nikon D3000 Takes on Canon Rebel XSi

A few years back, Canon was the first to release a sub-$1000 camera with the Rebel 300D. Nikon followed quickly with the Nikon D40, and subsequent releases of Canon and Nikon entry level DSLRs have been able to increase the technology and lower the prices of these highly regarded cameras with each new release. Both Canon and Nikon have had terrific track records in the area of user satisfaction.So how has Nikon sweetened its pot with the new D3000? There have been some very significant improvements over the extremely popular D40 which has now been discontinued from production. There are also a few improvements over the D60, which is also getting older as camera years go. Here are a few of the improvements over the Nikon D60:

LCD panel is improved from 2.7″ to 3″
Autofocus has been upped from 3 point recognition to 11 point recognition
3D AF processing
Starting price is $599 (includes kit lens)

With respect to the Canon Rebel XSi the beginning price point is even lower for the Nikon than it is for the Canon, even though the Canon XSi price tag has been reduced since the release of the Rebel T1i with its newer processor and video capability. Some things to consider as you ponder your camera buying decision.
Neither the Nikon D3000 nor the Canon Rebel XSi have video, so if you must have video in your DSLR, you are going to need to spend a bit more to get to the next level, either the Nikon D5000 or the Canon Rebel T1i.

Both cameras produce excellent images. This has been true with all the entry level cameras from Nikon and Canon – award winning image quality.
Both models allow the use of the interchangeable line of lenses designed for these and much more expensive DSLR cameras. Other lens manufacturers also produce quality lenses for Canon and Nikon that may be less expensive.

Is It Safe To Buy a Knock Off Dress?

Can You Really Get a Modern Fashionable Look at a Discount?Many women dream of getting married in a designer gown. The problem with designer gowns, however is their price tag – many are $5,000 or even more. That’s a hefty price to pay for a dress that you’re going to wear just once, or maybe twice. That’s why many women look to purchase a knock off gown that looks like the designer dresses that are popular for that year – you get the designer look without the designer price. Seems like this would be the best way to go, right? Well not necessarily.Shop Early To Get the Best DealsMy wife was one of those brides who wanted a designer gown. My wife was also stuck with me and having the two of us pay for our own wedding, meaning we had to pull everything together, cake, photographer, and all, for $5,000 or less. That would seem like it would be the death knell sounding for a designer dress, right?We discovered that designers release their dresses like car manufacturers release their cars, so a 2012 dress is released in late summer or early fall 2011. None of those new dresses are popular yet, and if you can get your hands on one of the early models and find that you like it, you can get it for 90% off – really. We paid $500 for my wife’s gown. The summer we got married, the gown she wore was featured as the must have gown of the year. We heard of one brand new gown in Chicago, the exact same one, selling for almost $50,000. When people see our wedding photos and see her dress, one of the first questions we get asked is the price we paid for it and no one believes us.Sure we got lucky, but hey – designer gowns are designer gowns, right?Stick With a Trusted SupplierOtherwise you have to stick with a trusted supplier of replica gowns. You don’t need to have the beading on the gown falling off as you’re walking down the aisle or have seems popping out as you move. Read the reviews, talk to your consultant if you have one, and find the right maker for you. It’s true that not all dresses are made alike, and if you buy something that is dirt cheap, you’re going to end up with dirt cheap quality.So if you are looking to have a designer gown and don’t have the funds to pay a designer price for it, shop early in the season, set your sights on the dress that you like, and who knows – you might just be in the dress of the season at the start of the season and laughing all the way to the bank.

All Mighty Pacs Laundry Detergent, Free Clear, 72 Count

all free clear is the #1 recommended detergent brand by Dermatologists Allergists and Pediatricians for sensitive skin. It’s tough on stains yet gentle enough for the whole family. Plus, it’s safe for use in standard and HE machines. It rinses clean and has a gentle, hypoallergenic formula. Powerful Clean. Gentle on Skin. All Mighty Pacs are conveniently pre-measured to contain the right combination of powerful concentrated detergent with active stain lifters. They dissolve completely, leaving behind nothing but clean.
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Icon SOSLRXL-BLK SLR Camera Case (Black)

The Icon SLR Camera Case offers you everything you’ll need for your SLR camera. Featuring padded lining for extra protection of your camcorder and accessories while on the go. The case is designed to fit your needs for storage with adjustable interior dividers to fit many camera sizes in addition to a zippered front pocket and mesh pockets to hold accessories or personal items. There is also a padded handle and an adjustable, removable padded shoulder strap included.
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Nikon D7000 Release Watch

If you’ve been following tech blogs like me, I’m sure you’ve come across reports of stores such as Best Buy allowing an early Nikon D7000 release. What do you think about this? Since there was so much hype for the latest Nikon D7000 and it actually delivers, retailers have been taking advantage of photography enthusiasts out there with such early releases.Best Buy knew what they were doing. Promoting an early Nikon D7000 release set them apart from the rest of the pack, as consumers flocked to them first, and now, as we all know, these hot DSLRs are really nowhere to be found. I’m sure a lot of you were thinking, “I wish I knew about the early Buy Buy release!” Same here. That’s why on this site, I’ll be tracking and discussing the best places to find the Nikon D7000.

If you’re a true Nikon fan, you know that settling for a Canon or a Sony just doesn’t cut it. Ever since the Nikon D7000 release was announced, I had my eyes set on this baby. Fortunately, there was some help I found online that pointed me in the right direction to help me find one. It took constant Google searches, and nothing but garbage would come up at first. Some of these sites kept pointing me in circles. One page might lead to another page on their site which has nothing but text about the camera, and on and on and on. It was so annoying. All I wanted was some guidance on where to look for this Nikon.Brick and mortar stores were of no help to me. Even the beloved local camera shop in my city was out of stock of these Nikons. Talk about frustration. Everyone on Amazon.com was giving high-praising reviews about the D7000, and I wanted to get my hands on one so bad. Who doesn’t want to be able to shoot in low lighting, especially with Halloween approaching? We all know that taking night pictures with your typical flash just won’t cut it. You need a camera that can do work with a high ISO and can still produce crystal clear images. And what about the 1080p HD Video Mode? I honestly can’t get enough of the Nikon D7000.