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    My plan 3 weeks ago

    Ok, so the Nikon D40 is only $400. There are other things I could do with that money, of course, but I’ve wanted a camera for a long time, and I think having a project or hobby or something would be good for my mental health. So, save a little money, and then get it.



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    camera savings account 2 months ago

    i started a separate account to save up for a camera. I’m justifying this purchase to myself because if I really want to stop working for others and get my own business up and running in three years, I am going to need this camera to take the highest possible quality pictures of my products to sell on etsy.

    Let’s see how fast I can save up while also contributing the normal amount to my other savings account.



    Untitled 3 months ago

    I got my canon rebel xti for Christmas!



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    A long time in the making... 4 months ago

    I did a photography subject in university and since then i’ve wanted one. That’s coming up to 5 years ago now.

    I travel a lot and so I worry that it’ll get stolen or broken or just be heady and a pain. But I decided I no longer cared.

    Gonna get the Nikon D60, a nice entry level camera… if I decide it’s worth pumping more money into it, then I’ll but a new one a few years down the track.

    Will buy one… next pay day! Come one pay day…



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    Crash 4 months ago

    Well with my last camera smashed this gives me an opportunity to really look into a new/used SLR.



    almossst just got one of these things.

    hmm. 4 months ago

    i’ll ask for my birthday comin’ up!



    Untitled 5 months ago

    Hopefully this will be an “I’ve done this” VERY soon!



    Canon Rebel! 5 months ago

    I’ve finally decided I can no longer wait for the ease and functionality of a digital SLR camera. I’ve long been a fan of Canon, currently using a Rebel 35mm SLR, and have opted for the EOS 450d Digital XSi for an amazing price. Along with both an 18-55mm lens and 90-300mm lens, I will also receive a 52mm wide angle conversion lens, TTL external flash, full size tripod, and a collection of accessories for just under $800.00. (Total savings is around $1,500.00!) I will place the order this week and hopefully receive the package by the start of next week. It will be nice to finally have immediate access to my photos and no longer have to wait until I develop the roll. 35mm film will always have a place in my heart, but I highly look forward to a digital alternative. :]



    Untitled 6 months ago

    I fucking love photography. currently am rocking a film slr – canon rebel. have used digital slrs before and love them. if i can save up some money, i hope to buy myself one as a graduation present. art school, here i come.



    New camera 6 months ago

    I really enjoy my Canon Powershot, but I am so ready to upgrade to a DSLR—except that I don’t have the money to invest it one. I’ve been checking out the new Nikon D90 and would just love to have one of those, but I certainly don’t have the money for a brand-new DSLR.

    sigh Maybe next year.

    Or maybe I can just settle for a less expensive model sooner.



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    Canada
    Dharmagirl asks, “Nikon D300 DSLR, or Canon EOS 40D Digital SLR? Which is the best long term investment if I haven't any previous investments in glass? And does one or the other brand actually have better lens performance over the other?”
    — 20 months ago


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    Portland
    turbodaze asks, “Which model are you happy with for the long haul? Canon EOS Rebel XT gets decent reviews, but I like the idea of being able to double te service life of the shutter with the EOS 30D (for a couple hundred more). And what about a comparable Nikon??”
    — 2 years ago


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    Chicago
    Meaganoff asks, “What are the best lenses to start with? I'd like a good general lens, and some that will work for macro.”
    — 3 years ago


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    Brisbane
    what would memily do? asks, “Hi guys; Canon vs Nikon: http://www.43things.com/entries/view/689334 help me out?”
    — 3 years ago


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