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This topic has probably been done to death but please bear with me. I purchased a Canon EOS D10 for my girlfriend last year with the intention that both of us could use it. However with the amount of travelling I do, I realise now that I need to purchase my own camera.
I would like to buy myself a good camera that won't be obsolete next year (if that's possible!) and that I can add to over time, lenses etc.
Yes I have been on countless websites looked at all the reviews but I feel a lot of the websites are more sales orientated that user orientated.
My main subject matter would be obviously cars but I would love to get into photographing nature.
I think up to £1000 should buy me a good camera, maybe I don't even need to spend this much? as I am an amateur. Perhaps a second D10 would be the way to go?
Again apologies if this has been done previously but with the amount of new cameras now on the market I think it warrents a new post.
Any advice greatly appreciated..
I would like to buy myself a good camera that won't be obsolete next year (if that's possible!) and that I can add to over time, lenses etc.
Yes I have been on countless websites looked at all the reviews but I feel a lot of the websites are more sales orientated that user orientated.
My main subject matter would be obviously cars but I would love to get into photographing nature.
I think up to £1000 should buy me a good camera, maybe I don't even need to spend this much? as I am an amateur. Perhaps a second D10 would be the way to go?
Again apologies if this has been done previously but with the amount of new cameras now on the market I think it warrents a new post.
Any advice greatly appreciated..
I'm not sure whether what you mean is a 10D rather than a D10? If so then that camera has been supersceded about 4 times over now, and I wouldn't look to buy one of those if I were you.
If you already have a Canon, and are happy with it, get another one. Easy! 1000D, 450D and 40D are all well within your budget.
edit - actually a 50D is within your budget as well. Spend more get more.
If you already have a Canon, and are happy with it, get another one. Easy! 1000D, 450D and 40D are all well within your budget.
edit - actually a 50D is within your budget as well. Spend more get more.
Edited by _dobbo_ on Friday 9th January 16:35
Thanks dobbo good advice. Superseded 4 times already wow!! I'm glad I posted. The D50 looks like a great camera have you used it by any chance or know of anyone with one?
Bramley thanks for replying I'm not sure who would win the fight as we commute from different countries we usually buy 2 of each when we go shopping as it avoids the fights! Even though making up is great... (like your garage by the way have an e30 325i sport tucked away in mine aswell
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Bramley thanks for replying I'm not sure who would win the fight as we commute from different countries we usually buy 2 of each when we go shopping as it avoids the fights! Even though making up is great... (like your garage by the way have an e30 325i sport tucked away in mine aswell
)I don't own any Canon gear so can't give a personal opinion. It's all good kit though. If you buy Canon you can of course share lenses with the other half which will help keep costs down.
If it were me I'd look at a 450D bundle and stick the rest in the piggy bank ready for when the desire to buy a new lens kicks in.
If it were me I'd look at a 450D bundle and stick the rest in the piggy bank ready for when the desire to buy a new lens kicks in.
It's amazing and I love it but it's not an SLR. I have a big fat Nikon with monster heavy lenses for when I need one, the Leica is a pocket camera (or at least it was till I broke it).
If you think a point and shoot might fit the bill then I couldn't in good conscience advise the Leica when the Panasonic Lumix LX-3 is 98% the same for 60% of the price... I knew that when I bought but I don't care because I'm a badge snob!
If I could only have one I'd have the SLR without any hesitation. If I were you for the same money as my Leica I'd buy a 450D kit and have some change in my pocket for buying beer.
If you think a point and shoot might fit the bill then I couldn't in good conscience advise the Leica when the Panasonic Lumix LX-3 is 98% the same for 60% of the price... I knew that when I bought but I don't care because I'm a badge snob!
If I could only have one I'd have the SLR without any hesitation. If I were you for the same money as my Leica I'd buy a 450D kit and have some change in my pocket for buying beer.
The good thing about having a DSLR is the ability to change lenses. The bad thing about having a DSLR is the ability to change lenses. It can be costly.
Granted, you get what you pay for. A grand on a body will get you a better camera than spending 3, 400 quid. However, as an beginner/amateur are you going to notice a difference/benefit? and versatility comes with lenses; Like Dobbo says, buy a 450D and you'll have heaps left for lenses. Then that, my friend, is a whole new topic!!
Thx
Scott
Granted, you get what you pay for. A grand on a body will get you a better camera than spending 3, 400 quid. However, as an beginner/amateur are you going to notice a difference/benefit? and versatility comes with lenses; Like Dobbo says, buy a 450D and you'll have heaps left for lenses. Then that, my friend, is a whole new topic!!
Thx
Scott
Another vote for LUMIX.
And just to clarify - cameras never become obsolete - unless ou cannot get a film or card to continue using it, and superseded does not always mean the new one is better - no mater WHAT the manufacturer says!
If you ever ge a chance to pick one up, get an Olympus Trip and have a play - you will be amazed - even more so if you take it to pieces to see how it works! David Bailey was not wrong!
And just to clarify - cameras never become obsolete - unless ou cannot get a film or card to continue using it, and superseded does not always mean the new one is better - no mater WHAT the manufacturer says!
If you ever ge a chance to pick one up, get an Olympus Trip and have a play - you will be amazed - even more so if you take it to pieces to see how it works! David Bailey was not wrong!
Winpenny said:
And just to clarify - cameras never become obsolete - unless ou cannot get a film or card to continue using it, and superseded does not always mean the new one is better - no mater WHAT the manufacturer says!
I'd agree with this but no one is using the word obsolete here. I do however think it's misleading to suggest that any of the cameras suggested aren't better than the 10D. They all are.Edited by _dobbo_ on Saturday 10th January 18:43
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