Mike,
 
I have no hesitation in recommending the CANON EOS 300 D  or better still the 10D - excellent systems, use the L Lense series for the 10D if you can afford it.  See the reviews at this address http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/specs/Canon/
 
I use the EOS 300D for home use and the 10D for university work.  See a few of the results at www.worldlense.com
 
best wishes
Roger
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From: [log in to unmask] href="mailto:[log in to unmask]">Mike and Mary
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Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2004 6:40 AM
Subject: Digital SLR Needs

Hello everyone,
 
Our museum is considering the purchase of a digital SLR camera for use in a variety of image-taking for our collections management.  We have been using an older, lesser quality digital camera, which is nearing the end of its life.  We will be using the SLR for all manner of artifact documentation, condition reporting, treatment pictures, as well as occasional images for publication.  We also require high quality shots of interiors, i.e. large, fully furnished historic rooms.  we are looking at the SLR for its flexibility, including the different lenses available (wide angle, macro).  We will be capturing directly to a laptop.  We have, or will have the needed lighting and flash equipment.  Has anyone else tried these digital SLR cameras for this purpose?  We are looking at the Nikon D100, among others.  Many thanks,
 
Michael Oates
Ottawa, Canada
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