jason32835
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I've never had a problem buy anything off FredMiranda and have bought several things off members there in the past. In fact, most of what I get from there looks like it's never been used! And you do realize that a refurbished item has been used? Without ever buying used, you are going to SEVERELY limit what someone, especially with a strict budget, is able to purchase and use. Good luck.
Refurb generally has a factory warrenty associated with it no??
I've just gotten an email from the buddy who is trying to talk me out of getting a DSLR in favor of a high end point and shoot. He must make some sense because he keeps getting me turned around. I'm still going to get the D3100, but is he right about not taking as good of shots with in normal conditions without a slew of $800 lenses?
Both cameras have plenty of "creative potential" out of the box, perhaps the advantage goes to the cp7100 because of the extra focal length, low aperture and ND filter (to force depth of field) as well as a macro mode. The D3100 can surpass this with additional lenses.
I can not stress enough the convince factor of a small camera for family travel. I admit that the D3100 with the stock lens isn't as bad as my D200 with grip and 200mm lens. But holy ****, the cp7100 has a 200mm lens and fits in a pocket
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If the nerd/hobby factor is more important the the actual pictures consider the D3100, but you are going to want a longer lens 5 minutes after you start shooting, guaranteed.
The cp7100 is a great camera to learn on, to discover what you want that a PNS can't do and is a great hand-me-down for the wife, plus its cheaper. I think you can totally geek out on making creative photos with this little camera, after all its the quality of light and subject matter that make a great photo not the camera.
What would make the D3100 a clearer choice for creative capabilities? A way faster lens like the 35mm 1.8. But you are also going to want a longer lens too.
DSLR = money pit (any way you look at it)