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Post by NCPhotoTrekker on Sept 25, 2009 7:21:40 GMT -5
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Post by Steve (FloppyDog) on Sept 25, 2009 17:14:56 GMT -5
Wow Greg, it's been a while since I've combed thru your website... you've been busy! Your site is really impressive, with a lot of interesting reads and eye candy.
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Post by NCPhotoTrekker on Sept 25, 2009 19:39:00 GMT -5
Thanks Flop! I try to keep things interesting. I figure if I can manage to have content that applies to lots of different people then all of those different people will be prompted to return which is the primary goal.
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Post by juanita on Sept 28, 2009 21:15:04 GMT -5
Yeah- me too, went through your site earlier today...I didn't realize there was much more on there...I guess my focus was on your beautiful photos... This Canon would of been my next choice when I was looking to upgrade last year...but I based my buy on the nikon d40 when they 1st came out and didn't buy till the following year-but I wished I could of had this too...  |
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Post by NCPhotoTrekker on Sept 28, 2009 21:48:17 GMT -5
There is no need to make apologies for your Nikon. When it all comes down to it, Nikon and Canon are neck and neck in the DSLR market. They each have their own quirks, but overall they are both great cameras!
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Post by john101477 on Oct 9, 2009 14:29:50 GMT -5
There is no need to make apologies for your Nikon. When it all comes down to it, Nikon and Canon are neck and neck in the DSLR market. They each have their own quirks, but overall they are both great cameras! Amen to that. Talking of cameras, when I finally sell this truck (Isuzi NPR) I may or may not look into a secondary camera. I have the D90 now, which I am very used to and comfortable with. I kind of feel as if maybe I should step up a little with something a little more weather proof. I am always very scared to do anything around water/ rain when I am out because I do not want to ruin the camera. I keep thinking of the D300s which is extremely similar to the D90 except for a 51 point AF and water proof. The added video audio feature does not matter to me. I kind of wonder if the AF and weather proofing is worth the added price when I already have the D90. Should I be looking further up in sensor with a D700 or should I just find a cheaper cam and keep the D90 as my main camera and maybe buy a new wide angle fast zoom.... |
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Post by NCPhotoTrekker on Oct 9, 2009 19:36:51 GMT -5
John, only you can really answer whether or not an upgrade is a good idea for you. The D90 is a fine camera which has few shortcomings. The D300s would be a large step up, but at a cost. If it is worth it to you, then its a good investment. Personally, I would go with the full frame D700 which will make your lenses a wider focal length (takes care of your other option at the same time).
Weather proofing is a good thing, but its not to be confused with waterproofing. You will be protected from light rain, dust, and stuff like that. A full on downpour or submerging will still kill the camera. I like the weather proofing in the 40D and it has allowed me to shoot many waterfalls in rainy conditions. Just make sure that your lenses are weather sealed as well, otherwise you will have a problem at the lens mount.
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Post by john101477 on Oct 9, 2009 21:46:37 GMT -5
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Post by OrcaBob on Oct 9, 2009 23:49:03 GMT -5
Definitely, the weather-protective sleeve would be the better way to go. When the weather-proofing is so easily added as a third-party product, it makes sense to judge the camera primarily by its picture-taking capabilities.
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Post by Steve (FloppyDog) on Oct 10, 2009 1:07:47 GMT -5
I'd third what these guys said. The D200's weather proofing was a big selling point, but after owning one I'd say the claim was grossly overrated on this feature. A camera's "weather proofing" is only as good as it's seals. Once you lose a cap, or environmental factors deteriorate any o-rings (I'm assuming they're using Buna or Viton), the integrity of the seal is comprimised and the party's over. Unfortunately, you may not even realize it until your camera craps out. It looks like you have plenty of criteria you're considering, and no doubt you'll make a sound decision either way. I'd just put considerably more confidence in external weather protective gear.
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Post by OrcaBob on Oct 10, 2009 1:27:14 GMT -5
I'd also add that the D90 is doing a great job for you. I'd recommend you spend money not on a better camera but fast glass. A good wide-angle would be great for studio work.
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Post by john101477 on Oct 10, 2009 3:25:21 GMT -5
Yeah I was kind of leaning that way to Bob. still would like to have a quality second shooter, but that can wait as the D90 is a good camera. Thats one thing I like about this forum, if I am back and forth on an issue I can count of solid advice. Thanks guys
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