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PAFirefighter11 · 03-25-2008, 02:53 PM

Here's a writeup of a comparison between my camera (Nikon D70S) and a Canon 20D:
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/20dd70.htm

GeoffBern · 03-30-2008, 01:45 PM

I was in the same thing 4 weeks ago, which nikon (because canons feel like plastic). I was looking at a D40, D60, D50, D70, or a D80. You gotta look at the lens limitations on the D40, D40X, and th D60 which made me say no to them. I looked at reviews between the 50, 70 and 80. As they move up, features improve the d80 being the least noisy. I thought the d80 was alot of money but as some said on here, look at nikonians, there are many d50, d70, and d80. a d50 on there starts for about 300. a d70 starts about 400, and a d80 starts about 600 and all of these usually include great extras! I found great deal on barely used d80 for cheap! so i got a great camera and let me tell you i have no been let down. Its a great camera to get if you know a thing or two and are looking to improve your skills, that camera will last you for years! That site is def the best for buying nikon stuff. But before you buy anything go to a store and hold the cameras because i held a d40 and it feels like a tiny thing in my hands and the 80 feels perfect, that will be the greatest factor because when you are shooting all day the size is what keeps you comfortable!

Good luck with your purchase

TomTomTuning · 03-31-2008, 01:58 PM

I love my 40D.....

grimm · 03-31-2008, 02:13 PM

I love my 40d as well. If i was in your boat, i'd get a 20d or an xt.

TomTomTuning · 03-31-2008, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grimm

I love my 40d as well. If i was in your boat, i'd get a 20d or an xt.

I don't think he listed a budge he is working with?

20D or 30D would make an awesome first DSLR. Nothing wrong with a 350/400D as well. Its all about budget and what you plan on doing with it.

Id lean towards the 30D

CleanNeon98 · 03-31-2008, 07:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by grimm

I love my 40d as well. If i was in your boat, i'd get a 20d or an xt.

I found an XT for 479 with a 18-55 canon lens, and an XTi with the same lens for 699..i dont think the features are different enough between the 2 to give that price difference, I might go with the XT

i like rice · 03-31-2008, 07:52 PM

Rebel XT body $300 shipped:
http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/631680

Kit lens is worth $50, tops.

20D with kit lens, $515
http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/631583

CleanNeon98 · 03-31-2008, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by i like rice

Rebel XT body $300 shipped:
http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/631680

Kit lens is worth $50, tops.

20D with kit lens, $515
http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/631583

Thanks for the links. I am bidding on a 350D on eBay now...3 hours left with a lens

03-30-2008, 01:45 PM	#62
GeoffBern Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Feb 2007 Member #3673 My Ride: 2007 Legacy iTrader: (0)	I was in the same thing 4 weeks ago, which nikon (because canons feel like plastic). I was looking at a D40, D60, D50, D70, or a D80. You gotta look at the lens limitations on the D40, D40X, and th D60 which made me say no to them. I looked at reviews between the 50, 70 and 80. As they move up, features improve the d80 being the least noisy. I thought the d80 was alot of money but as some said on here, look at nikonians, there are many d50, d70, and d80. a d50 on there starts for about 300. a d70 starts about 400, and a d80 starts about 600 and all of these usually include great extras! I found great deal on barely used d80 for cheap! so i got a great camera and let me tell you i have no been let down. Its a great camera to get if you know a thing or two and are looking to improve your skills, that camera will last you for years! That site is def the best for buying nikon stuff. But before you buy anything go to a store and hold the cameras because i held a d40 and it feels like a tiny thing in my hands and the 80 feels perfect, that will be the greatest factor because when you are shooting all day the size is what keeps you comfortable! Good luck with your purchase __________________ RIG Shots from GBPhoto To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

03-31-2008, 01:58 PM	#63
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03-31-2008, 07:52 PM	#67
i like rice Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2007 Member #3858 iTrader: (0)	Rebel XT body $300 shipped: http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/631680 Kit lens is worth $50, tops. 20D with kit lens, $515 http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/631583 __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. Last edited by i like rice; 03-31-2008 at 07:57 PM.

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