dave0493
newbie
Reged: 28/07/2008
Posts: 6
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Im not sure..
Bassically im looking for a SLR camera...that is good at focusing close up and produces good macro effects if possible..
ive been looking at the D40x but am struggling to find one..in local and internet shops..
I also like the look of the D60 and i have seen that in my local store. but just want some verification on whether it is a good camera or not?
and finally the 3rd and final camera i have been propperly looking at is the Canon 400D or Canon 450D...
I would also like some quick verification on those as ive been told the Canon's for some reason just refuse to focus close in 
Thanks,dave0493
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AlexMonro
old hand
Reged: 05/06/2006
Posts: 757
Loc: Exeter, Devon (and Somerset so...
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Hello Dave, Welcome!
With DSLRs, close focussing is more a function of the lens than the camera - you may want to investigate macro lenses from third party manufacturers such as Sigma and Tamron. I don't do macro myself, but I understand that some of these lenses are very good, and they are available to fit most makes of DSLR.
I believe the D40x has been superceded by the D60, which is probably why you're finding it hard to find in the shops. It's certainly a good camera - I don't think there's such a thing as a bad DSLR these days, just ones with different features for different needs.
One of the more important considerations is how well the camera fits your hands, and how well you get on with the controls and menu layouts. If possible, it's a good idea to try out several models in a camera shop and find which one actually suits you best.
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NorthernNikon
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Reged: 16/12/2005
Posts: 6167
Loc: Harrogate, North Yorks
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I believe the D40x has been superceded by the D60, which is probably why you're finding it hard to find in the shops. It's certainly a good camera - I don't think there's such a thing as a bad DSLR these days, just ones with different features for different needs.
The AP had the D60 as best in class int eh recent test of the Canon 1000D, but it did stressed that any one of these cameras would be a good buy.
If macro is the game I'd suggest having a look at the lenses on the market and seeing which ones might fit your budget. If it's a third party lens e.g. Sigma then you'll have a range of bodies to choose from, but it's it's a Nikon or Canon then obviously your chopice would be restricted to that brand.
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BigAl999
newbie
Reged: 29/12/2007
Posts: 49
Loc: Norfolk
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Another thing to remember is that the EOS 450 has live view which many find very useful for macro photography as you can zoom right in and check the critical focus points on the rear screen. I dont think that either the Nikon D40 or D60 have live view. As has already been stated the close focusing distance of a DSLR is determined by the lens that is fitted, none of the standard kit lenses offers really close focusing IIRC the canon kit lens (non IS) focuses down to about 1 ft (30 cm) at 55mm which is less than I think 1:3 reproduction ratio true macro is a reproduction ratio of 1:1.
Alan
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