re: Choozing a sliding compound chop saw

I have a Makita 7 1/2" slider. The reviews I read pegged it as dead accurate and with good dust collection. I’d previously had a 10" slider which was neither. As well, the small size allows me to put the dust collection shroud closer to it, especially for angled cuts.
Overall I’m happy with the Makita, now 3 years in. It is very accurate, and both the design and small size make dust collection superb. There has been a few times I’ve wished I had larger crosscut ability but for 95% of my woodworking it is adequate.