Successful entry into the DSLR world

Last year I decided to finally make me a DSLR. There were considerations of mine in this regard for quite a while. After lengthy research, especially on the Internet, test comparisons and forums as well as the clarification of the system question I decided ultimately for the EOS 450D + the kit lens with IS.

Granted a lot to me, the initial operation is not easy. However, this is due to my inexperience in the operation of an SLR. Meanwhile, for a 3/4 year I get the hang of and with the EF-S f / 2.8 my absolute dream combination found in particular 17-55. What's this suits me very natural reproduction of the photographed object in sharpness and color / contrast. My girlfriend always uses the phrase "as if one could engage in the picture". With additional battery grip is very suitable for my big hand also the ergonomics.

Other benefits include:

+ Huge featured in the price segment
+ To exert a great kit (still owned and now and then also in use)
+ Very good price / performance ratio
+ Very good AF fits most
+ Live View as well as the 3-inch LCD monitor for reviewing the images

Minus points are:

- From time to time slightly overexposed photos (but this is less MMN at the camera per se but rather to the Scene)
- In low light conditions and shooting free hand (ISO => 800) slightly noisy images - by EBV but improvable

So overall a great camera and for me the best introduction to the DSLR world!