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**Got Insulin?** · 03-03-2009, 08:44 PM

Alright fellas, I'm definately outgrowing my very basic, and very beaten digital camera, so it's time for a newbie. I don't think I'm quite ready to jump into a big camera purchase (investment) just yet, and I think that a DSLR is just a little out of both my desired price-range, and current ability, which is basically, point and shoot. I'm really interested in learning more in both photo taking and editing, and I think that the best way to get there is to pick up a good camera that will both let me expand my current skill set, won't kill my wallet, and not be a glorified camera-phone. So, these are the two I'm looking at:
Canon SX10 IS:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1218012527719

And the Nikon P80:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1205537513525

I've played with the Canon at BestBuy, but the closest Nikon is in Mt Laurel, and I didn't want to cruise all the way out there for something that I'm not into, but I really like the way my dad's old 35mm Nikon feels in my hands, and I imagine that this will be somewhat similar, so I can't completely count the Nikon out. As far as my intrained eye can see, they're both pretty similar.....
So, any advice for an aspiring photog? Thanks!

**Got Insulin?** · 03-04-2009, 03:59 PM

Nothing? Surely somebody knows something about one of these...

grimm · 03-05-2009, 09:15 AM

www.dpreview.com - compare them there, they have great reviews of equipment.

Chris_PA · 03-05-2009, 03:51 PM

I say look into a used D40

jspek · 03-05-2009, 04:55 PM

i agree with chris, you should be able to find a used d40 for pretty cheap now. if you like how the 35mm feels, then you would like an entry dslr. point and shoots can only go so far.

heres a d40x for 389 at BH Photo
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc...amera_Kit.html

ASIAN JUL · 03-05-2009, 04:59 PM

Agreed with those 2.. you might not have the skills naow but you will as you learn/practice.. those cameras are almost as expensive as a used body, why not take the plunge? That way, you won't have to go about buying something else later once you've learned what you need to master...

97TurboDSM · 03-05-2009, 05:38 PM

i never liked the d40. i would opt for a d50 instead. they go for roughly the same price and in my opinion are easier to use. i never liked the display on the LCD

**Got Insulin?** · 03-05-2009, 06:53 PM

Thanks, all. Is there anything on the Canon side that is comprable to the D40/D50?

97TurboDSM · 03-05-2009, 07:36 PM

10d, 20d, 30d

**Got Insulin?** · 03-06-2009, 12:07 AM

I think that I'm going to go after that D40x after e-mailing back and forth with BH. It's basically a rebuilt unit at a fraction of a price of a new one. Is the lens that comes with it newb-friendly for all around shots? Can somebody help me decipher the number code of the lens?

Quote:

18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR AF-S DX Nikkor Lens

The AF-S means it's motorized correct?

jspek · 03-06-2009, 01:50 AM

yea the 18-55mm has always had a motor in it. a lot of people will bash this lens, but ive taken some nice shots with that lens. if you know its limitations, its a great lens. not perfect, but great.

**Got Insulin?** · 03-09-2009, 11:49 PM

Quick update, I pulled the trigger and ordered that d40x. It was too good a deal to pass up, should be here thursday and I'll be shooting up a storm.

evo9 · 03-09-2009, 11:52 PM

d40x
great choice.
my buddy just purchased this aswell. takes great shots. i'll have him email a few and i'll post them.
definitely a great choice!
let us know how you like it!

**Got Insulin?** · 03-09-2009, 11:53 PM

Thanks, Evo9; will do.

Stanic · 03-10-2009, 01:44 AM

Thats a fine choice for an slr.

the 18-55 is an excellent starter lens.

**Got Insulin?** · 03-10-2009, 10:40 PM

It just showed up today, but I wasn't here when UPS was, so I jetted down to Oregon Ave in Philly to pick it up. I've been playing with it non-stop for, like, two hours.

97TurboDSM · 03-10-2009, 10:47 PM

and why arent you posting random pictures?! never been a fan of the D40 but congrats on the pickup, others love it as im sure you will

**Got Insulin?** · 03-10-2009, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 97TurboDSM

and why arent you posting random pictures?! never been a fan of the D40 but congrats on the pickup, others love it as im sure you will

I killed the battery

.

97TurboDSM · 03-10-2009, 10:53 PM

haha, well done.

03-03-2009, 08:44 PM	#1
Got Insulin? Hard Snarker Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Philly Member #7591 My Ride: 01 Audi TT 225, GVR-4 #72/1000, 91 TSi AWD iTrader: (16)	Newb needs advice on equipment. Alright fellas, I'm definately outgrowing my very basic, and very beaten digital camera, so it's time for a newbie. I don't think I'm quite ready to jump into a big camera purchase (investment) just yet, and I think that a DSLR is just a little out of both my desired price-range, and current ability, which is basically, point and shoot. I'm really interested in learning more in both photo taking and editing, and I think that the best way to get there is to pick up a good camera that will both let me expand my current skill set, won't kill my wallet, and not be a glorified camera-phone. So, these are the two I'm looking at: Canon SX10 IS: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1218012527719 And the Nikon P80: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1205537513525 I've played with the Canon at BestBuy, but the closest Nikon is in Mt Laurel, and I didn't want to cruise all the way out there for something that I'm not into, but I really like the way my dad's old 35mm Nikon feels in my hands, and I imagine that this will be somewhat similar, so I can't completely count the Nikon out. As far as my intrained eye can see, they're both pretty similar..... So, any advice for an aspiring photog? Thanks! __________________ -Taylor DenOfDebauchery Last edited by Got Insulin?; 03-03-2009 at 09:22 PM.

03-04-2009, 03:59 PM	#2
Got Insulin? Hard Snarker Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Philly Member #7591 My Ride: 01 Audi TT 225, GVR-4 #72/1000, 91 TSi AWD iTrader: (16)	Nothing? Surely somebody knows something about one of these... __________________ -Taylor DenOfDebauchery

03-05-2009, 09:15 AM	#3
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03-05-2009, 03:51 PM	#4
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03-05-2009, 05:38 PM	#7
97TurboDSM TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Sep 2005 Member #849 My Ride: '03 IY 20th GTI iTrader: (3)	i never liked the d40. i would opt for a d50 instead. they go for roughly the same price and in my opinion are easier to use. i never liked the display on the LCD __________________ FOR SALE! Canon 5D\|17-40L\|85mm f/1.8\|Sigmalux\|580ex

03-05-2009, 06:53 PM	#8
Got Insulin? Hard Snarker Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Philly Member #7591 My Ride: 01 Audi TT 225, GVR-4 #72/1000, 91 TSi AWD iTrader: (16)	Thanks, all. Is there anything on the Canon side that is comprable to the D40/D50? __________________ -Taylor DenOfDebauchery

03-05-2009, 07:36 PM	#9
97TurboDSM TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Sep 2005 Member #849 My Ride: '03 IY 20th GTI iTrader: (3)	10d, 20d, 30d __________________ FOR SALE! Canon 5D\|17-40L\|85mm f/1.8\|Sigmalux\|580ex

03-09-2009, 11:49 PM	#12
Got Insulin? Hard Snarker Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Philly Member #7591 My Ride: 01 Audi TT 225, GVR-4 #72/1000, 91 TSi AWD iTrader: (16)	Quick update, I pulled the trigger and ordered that d40x. It was too good a deal to pass up, should be here thursday and I'll be shooting up a storm. __________________ -Taylor DenOfDebauchery

03-09-2009, 11:52 PM	#13
evo9 Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Mar 2009 Member #11124 iTrader: (0)	d40x great choice. my buddy just purchased this aswell. takes great shots. i'll have him email a few and i'll post them. definitely a great choice! let us know how you like it!

03-09-2009, 11:53 PM	#14
Got Insulin? Hard Snarker Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Philly Member #7591 My Ride: 01 Audi TT 225, GVR-4 #72/1000, 91 TSi AWD iTrader: (16)	Thanks, Evo9; will do. __________________ -Taylor DenOfDebauchery

03-10-2009, 01:44 AM	#15
Stanic Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: May 2005 Location: Philadelphia Member #426 My Ride: 04 VW Golf iTrader: (0)	Thats a fine choice for an slr. the 18-55 is an excellent starter lens.

03-10-2009, 10:40 PM	#16
Got Insulin? Hard Snarker Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Philly Member #7591 My Ride: 01 Audi TT 225, GVR-4 #72/1000, 91 TSi AWD iTrader: (16)	It just showed up today, but I wasn't here when UPS was, so I jetted down to Oregon Ave in Philly to pick it up. I've been playing with it non-stop for, like, two hours. __________________ -Taylor DenOfDebauchery

03-10-2009, 10:47 PM	#17
97TurboDSM TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Sep 2005 Member #849 My Ride: '03 IY 20th GTI iTrader: (3)	and why arent you posting random pictures?! never been a fan of the D40 but congrats on the pickup, others love it as im sure you will __________________ FOR SALE! Canon 5D\|17-40L\|85mm f/1.8\|Sigmalux\|580ex

03-10-2009, 10:53 PM	#19
97TurboDSM TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Sep 2005 Member #849 My Ride: '03 IY 20th GTI iTrader: (3)	haha, well done. __________________ FOR SALE! Canon 5D\|17-40L\|85mm f/1.8\|Sigmalux\|580ex

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