To DSLR or not to DSLR ?

everybody who is an anybody wants to own a DSLR these days. The economics of today have made it possible to own a DSLR by anyone.

And this is the question i get a lot from people who want a good Camera often, "I want to buy a DSLR, which one should i buy"


My advice goes as follows

1) Do you take photographs for fun to experiment? (not holidays or vacation)

2) Do you like Bookeh ? or does it ring a bell?

3) Do you know the difference between aperture and Shutter?

4) Have you ever changed White balance settings in your point and shoot?

5) Do you ever print your digital photos?

most commonors answer "No" to the above. And its not surprising, everyone clicks for fun, at occasions , to remember moments. Its not a hobby for everyone, then why on earth do you need a DSLR. Most point and shoots today have all these features built in, and no one uses even onr thirds of them how will you justify a zillion custimizable things on a DSLR

SO the choice is obvious, dont buy a DSLR unless you pursue photography as a hobby, and you know the basics. Of course there is auto mode and it will give you great pictures but whats the point, it like buying a ferrari and getting a chauffer to drive you around. duh!

Most people argue about picture quality, sure there is a difference but can you spot it on your computer screen ? try it if you think you can and you are serious about learning buy a DSLR, if not..just click and be happy.Dont splurge :)