"bc" <bc@comcast.net> wrote in message news:kiwyb.269021$ao4.935543@attbi_s51...

> I am relatively new to the group (and digital video) and would like some

> advice on purchasing a camera. I cannot find any FAQ's for this group and do

> not want to start a Ford vs. Chevy debate but I seem to have narrowed my

> choices (price range)down to the GL2 and the VX-2000. I want to do a lot of

> outdoor wildlife stuff and maybe an occasional wedding or two. Any advice

> appreciated.

The GL2's longer lens is useful for wildlife; the VX2000's better

picture (especially in low light) is useful for weddings. A tele

lens converter can be added to the VX2000's 12X zoom, but these

are not as good as using a good lens that is longer in the first place

(though good wide-angle converters exist which give better results

than tele converters). If you go the Sony route, try the Sony tele

converter, which I've heard is better than most - and it will get you

about the same angle of view as the Canon...

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David Ruether

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http://www.David-Ruether-Photography.com