Camera Selection

[AudibleSilence]

Originally Posted by Macky

if you're settling for an XXD series, start with a 20D and move up.

Church! Try this link Sean: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/comp...os20d&show=all Also go to the forums on Dpreview and read reviews

[97mits3kgtSOHC]

gotcha....chauncy is selling that btw in the misc section...hence why im asking....so rebel xti and the lens macky recommended on the first page is a good start?

[leet]

Originally Posted by 97mits3kgtSOHC

gotcha....chauncy is selling that btw in the misc section...hence why im asking....so rebel xti and the lens macky recommended on the first page is a good start?

it won't be too bad, but if you get into it you'll be itching to get rid of that lens in no time

[AudibleSilence]

Originally Posted by 97mits3kgtSOHC

gotcha....chauncy is selling that btw in the misc section...hence why im asking....so rebel xti and the lens macky recommended on the first page is a good start?

Yes! Or go the route that Tom suggested (20d/tamiron). When I was buying my 400d the salesman told me that the 20d would last me longer. I didn't get what he meant until I realized that with cameras (in the long run) materials used in construction play a MAJOR role in longevity.

I decided to stick with the 400d over waiting on the 20d because I don't plan on having this much longer; thus longevity wasn't an issue. It's a good solid camera Sean. If it can survive a year of being carried to work everyday in my satchel and still look new then it can take being used occasionally with no problems.

If you go 400d buy the body ONLY and buy the 18-55mm IS version of the kit lens: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produc..._5_5_6_IS.html

I find it to be the best non-L lens I've used thus far for shooting cars and close action where I need a wider shot.

[Macky]

Originally Posted by leet

it won't be too bad, but if you get into it you'll be itching to get rid of that lens in no time

yup. its a very basic lens. if you get bit by the same bug that bit me, leet and Mike, its not gonna be enough.

[97mits3kgtSOHC]

alright so im gonna buy an xti.....but the lens macky suggested is out of stock...is that the best lens i should start out with? or any other suggestions?

[NJStealthTT]

i have my rebel XT up for sale, id be willing to cut you a deal sean, send me a message

[97mits3kgtSOHC]

what about the new xsi?

[AudibleSilence]

Originally Posted by 97mits3kgtSOHC

what about the new xsi?

I considered upgrading to that Sean, but for the money..you might as well go with the 40d. The XSi is often described as a baby 40d and even supports live view. But it is REALLY REALLY SMALL in comparison to both the 40d and 400d (physically smaller). I am looking to sell my 400d for at least 500 w/ the lenses..that should free up some decent lens money for the 40d.

[Red92vr4]

Originally Posted by Macky

EXIF data has no bearing on how a camera is used (shutter clicks) unless its a 1D series, which has a specific way of tracking shutter clicks.

you do know that if a non-1D series camera is set to auto-reset the file numbering, each time you load a new card, it gets set back to the begining? Also, switching between a high milage card and a low milage card can affect shutter count - if the camera is set to continuous file numbering, it will take the next number on the memory card. which means i can have a 5D with 80,000 clicks but load my first 1GB CF card with the first 2000 clicks and the camera will take that info and read 2001 onwards on the EXIF data.

requesting sample photos are a very deceptive way to find out camera milage. the best is if you know/trust the seller or buy new.

I know. I was referring to that it at least allows you to see if the images they send are sent with the camera they intend to sell you. It's not a 100% guarantee, but it might give you the heads up on if they are trying to pull a fast one or not.