i don't really get spending loads on heavy dslr's that are a pain to carry around and v expensive
when the pics will be reduced so they can go onto the internet
(rigby happened on (and with added toothache), Sat 23 May 2009, 20:16, archived)

but DSLRs have much less noise at higher ISOs and more dynamic range/less clipping etc.
and most compact cameras don't output RAW files/'digital negatives' so you're limited in how you can process your favourite photos

(and you need the resolution if you want to make large prints).
( custard, Sat 23 May 2009, 20:22, archived)