Recent content by Finnthedude

Ah, that makes sense, thank you. Thanks everyone for your replies. Finnthedude.

Hello everyone, I posted ages ago asking for recommendations for a camera for my nephew's college course and after great advice from this site got him a Canon 800D. After borrowing it a few times I decided I would buy a cheap DSLR and a bargain Nikon D5200 came up so I got it. I've been using it...

Just an update, I managed to get an 800D. Almost unused with 18-55 kit lens and 75-300 IS lens that looks a bit older. Very happy with it and my nephew is absolutely ecstatic. Been a nice weekend so was out experimenting in the sunshine, really enjoying it. We're lucky to have a garden that is...

Hello all. Just a little anecdote about finding a lost treasure in my loft. I made a noob post in the Talk Beginners forum asking about my choice of DSLR (many thanks to all who gave advice). Since that post I have indeed become the owner of a 2nd hand 800D with a shutter count of less than a...

Thanks everyone, that's some useful guidance from you all. It is much appreciated. I think we'll go for the 800D, then after his course finishes I'll keep it and maybe invest in a mirrorless for him if he's still interested. Once again, cheers for the help all Finnthedude.

Hello all, As per the title I'm yet another new guy looking for what camera to buy. I've had a browse through the forum and have enjoyed it. My experience level is pretty low. Back in the 80's I had a Praktica MTL5B (still got it somewhere) and a very basic developing set up. All I have now...