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I have got a fuji s5600 that i got for xmas, the problem is my mates have all got nikon 40 or 40x and now i want one. even though i not really got to grips with everything i can do with my 5600. I think im in a want one more than a need one stage.
 
Crazy talk

Get a Canon

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I'd love to try to talk you out of it, but my camera and my walking boots are the best things I ever bought.

I live with the philosophy of you only live once, enjoy it!

oh btw...[S2]Pentax Rules![/S2]

:D
 
FranchiseJuan said:
I completely agree. Forget the camera and get a canon. I am sure the are a few howitzers for sale on ebay (sorry my work internet blocks ebay so I can't check for you).

I man that has got to be more impressive to people then a new camera. :D
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PMSL - maybe a nikon to load it with :)
 
I have become quiet stressed with work and that recently not that i do a taxing job just the environment so am trying to find things to help me relax, got golf, but yeah going out with my camera carms me down. i like nature and that and find that it just takes my mind off things
 
casfan said:
even though i not really got to grips with everything i can do with my 5600. I think im in a want one more than a need one stage.
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From cjnicolai sticky in Tutorials:

- It's easier to focus on buying that next piece of equipment than it is to accept that you should be able to create great work with what you've got. Buying stuff is a convenient and expensive distraction. You need a decent camera, a decent lens, and a light meter. Until you can use those tools consistently and masterfully, don't spend another dime. Spend money on equipment ONLY when you've outgrown your current equipment and you're being limited by it. There are no magic bullets.

Wise words indeed! ;)
 
Mohain said:
From cjnicolai sticky in Tutorials:

- It's easier to focus on buying that next piece of equipment than it is to accept that you should be able to create great work with what you've got. Buying stuff is a convenient and expensive distraction. You need a decent camera, a decent lens, and a light meter. Until you can use those tools consistently and masterfully, don't spend another dime. Spend money on equipment ONLY when you've outgrown your current equipment and you're being limited by it. There are no magic bullets.

Wise words indeed! ;)
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It works in the context of "dont spend in the hope your photography will improve". But, why not spend if you wan tbetter kit? We dont drive around in cold-war-era Ladas after we pass our driving tests do we? :D

Buy what you can afford - just dont expect to become Lord Lichfield.
 
If your pals all have nikon gear then there may be some sense in staying with nikon rather than going with canon, at least that way you will all be able to share gear/lens etc.

/Goes to wash out mouth with soap :exit:
 
I think you have posted in the wrong place to be talked out of it, get your wallet out and enjoy!
 
I won't talk you out of it, I may have a Brand New Nikon D40 and 18-55mm II lens coming up for sale shortly, or a Canon 350D, lens and grip!!

I would certainly get rid of the S5600 and look at a DSLR, plenty of deals around at the moment, and the differences are way out there.

Allan
 
Dont buy an expensive dslr unless you really need to

if you find yourself using your fuji and thinking I wish i could... followed by lots of things your camera wont phisically do, then dont for the time being.
 
Hey, all!

I've been on the road so much, I haven't stopped in here in a very long time. Glad I popped in!

Just my two cents (in addition to what I've already been quoted as saying above...;))

There's nothing wrong with having a shiny new toy. It can be a lot of fun. In the snippet above, I was making two points:

1) Don't count on new equipment to make you a better photographer.

BUT ALSO....

2) Keep in mind that the next big thing with the latest gadgets and gizmos can really inhibit the learning process. If you haven't mastered the equipment you have now, buying a more complicated camera may make it that much harder.

Just food for thought.

- CJ
 
Never mind the D40, get a D80 then you've got one up on your mates :D

In all seriousness... There's not been a better time to buy a D40x kit. I mean there are some cracking deals out there at the minute and if you can get a £60 rebate from Nikon on them too at the minute.

http://www.cameraworld.co.uk/ViewPr...m+II+CASHBACK+OFFER&CAT_CODE=5&SUBCAT_CODE=51

Or... And probably what I'd do, is grab a bargain of a refurb D70 http://www.cameraworld.co.uk/ViewPr...4.5G ED Refurbished&CAT_CODE=5&SUBCAT_CODE=51

Same price as a D40x with cashback but with the much better lens...
 
I think the real issue here is whether or not this guy needs a DSLR, not which manufacturer is better. Choice of the actual make/model of camera I think must always come down to personal choice. Personally I use a Nikon, and am perfectly happy with that, but I've recommended Canon's to people before based on what their requirements have been.

The S5600 is actually a very good 'bridge' DSLR, and can produce stunning results. I have lots of friends who went from this to either a D40/D50 or a 400D. If you don't need one, you may be better off learning more about the principles of photography and do some market research before splashing out. Although asking the 'which DSLR?' question can be a bit of a minefield, it's best to go into a shop (or borrow cameras off mates) and see what works for you.

The D40/D40X are good, but a D50 would be better if you can find it, OR see if you can stretch to a D80 or find a good secondhand D70S. Alternatively the Canon route has lots to offer - the 400D is an excellent piece of kit.
 
I'm not sure I'd talk you out of getting a DSLR . People have made the point that it wont necessarily make you a better photographer and it's true. However, if you know in your own mind that photography isn't just a passing fad for you then it's only a matter of time before only a DSLR will do. A DSLR is simply the most flexible photographic tool yet devised.

A body and starter lens is only the beginning so choose carefully, once you're committed to a body and a few lenses and accessories, making a change becomes horribly expensive. ;)
 
CT said:
I'm not sure I'd talk you out of getting a DSLR . People have made the point that it wont necessarily make you a better photographer and it's true. However, if you know in your own mind that photography isn't just a passing fad for you then it's only a matter of time before only a DSLR will do.
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Likely, yes, but the timing is important. I wouldn't tell an elementary school student to skip on ahead to college just because he'd eventually end up there anyway. ;)
 
There's a D70 + 2 kit lenses being sold locally for £300 (Wilts) here... CLICKY
Nothing to do with me but if it's of interest give em a call..
 
DSLR cameras are heavy. The lenses are worse. Stick one in your bag and you will know it is there, especially when your back or shoulder. There will be times when you question whether you need to take it with you, never knowing that a great photographic opportunity may arise when you are just going to the shops. Your Fuji can sit in a bag unnoticed and go everywhere.

DSLR cameras are expensive, and you end up spending the same costs several times over buying lenses. And then you have to keep changing them for different lengths. Your Fuji does wide(ish) to quite long and you will never have to worry that you have the wrong lens on when that once in a lifetime moment presents itself.

Security guards and the like hate DSLRs. If they see one they will most likely interrupt you and quite possibly tell you to put it away or leave their property. Nobody cares about someone with a compact camera though. A shame your Fuji looks more like an DSLR than one of those, maybe you should sell it and use a mobile phone instead?

Just look back at any famous old photographer, they never had a DSLR so why do you need one?

And nobody cares what make of non-SLR camera you use, you do not get wars between fans of Coolpix and Ixus like you do between those of the D40 and 400D or the D300... Instead you get to be the cool dude taking photos, not a gear collector trying to make up for the lack of your man and/or woman-hood.

Erm, yeah.

Michael.
 
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