After seeing a few super crisp close up pictures on one of the forums I started reading about cameras and techniques on this and other photography forums. I even drove to a couple of the big retail shops to get a feel for a few.

The problem is now my head is spinning with all this new information and or misinformation and I am having a tough time sorting it all out.

So I am hoping; no praying that you all will point me toward two or three cameras to choose from.

Here is what I would like to be able to accomplish with my new camera. I understand that a big part will be me learning the techniques and developing the skill.

Take professional looking close up pictures of my herps and their offspring to place on my web site.

Pictures will be taken indoors and out.

Accurate color representation is important, speed is not.

I am a little shaky when I am excited so Image Stabilization is a must for photographing births/hatchings.

Size and weight is not an issue as I am not looking for something that will fit in my pockets.

I am a novice so auto functions with a little room to grow would be nice. I am to old to start a new career, so I don't need to much room.

I don't have a specific budget and like everyone would like to get the most bang for the buck. I would like to stay under $750. to start.
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