Urge to replace main Camera

I don't get bored with camera's but when you see newer sensor tech, higher res (and I pixel peep) it's hard not to be tempted. Cost probibits me. I'll skip the D850 upgrade from the D810 but not the one after the D850 - that'll be over 60mp and I really will have to have it :D
 
Just been out with the DSLR, and 35mm 1.8G lens. Really good quality images etc. But the DSLR can feel a little clinical, at times.
 
As you well know I've had a few cameras over the years! Still end up going back to a Nikon DSLR which suits me better than anything else I have owned. Got a D5600 at the moment which should see me out! ;)
 
It’s tricky for me... I love having the latest tech bite but then I get bored of having “the best” and love stuff that makes me work harder to get a great result. For example I recently picked up a Kodak bridge camera to challenge me... my 20 year old D30 is out of retirement and my Kodak DCS Pro SLR c is used every weekend! Currently I’m all about getting great results with old kit that makes you think harder given it’s limitations. Few from the DCs Pro SLR C below!

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Most of my old cameras still work, but I can't be bothered getting a Compact flash card, and can't be doing hunting down film.
 
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Just a quick snap I took about seven years ago, with my little Canon ixus 980. It produced nice colours straight out of camera. Wish I could get similar colors with my modern cameras.
 
stickytape said:
my Kodak DCS Pro SLR c
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That takes me back! I was sitting on a Parisien train to Versailles with some friends when one said "What do you think about this", and handed over a DCS Pro SLR/n. We made complimentary noises and clicked off a few frames. She then said it was a pre-production model, and they would retail for, if I correctly recall, $20,000. That's over $27,000 in today's terms. I handed it back very carefully.
 
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A quick snap I took with the Canon ixus 980. I took photo about seven years ago. Ignore the composition, I think it looks like it was taken on film.
 
Boots said:
That takes me back! I was sitting on a Parisien train to Versailles with some friends when one said "What do you think about this", and handed over a DCS Pro SLR/n. We made complimentary noises and clicked off a few frames. She then said it was a pre-production model, and they would retail for, if I correctly recall, $20,000. That's over $27,000 in today's terms. I handed it back very carefully.
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Yes they were a lot - but I think this was "only" around about 4k when launches, so not sure if you are thinking of the ones prior to that!

I have to say though this is the best camera I've ever had! The quality is insane and better than my EOS R at low ISO and a ton sharper. Even looking into 400% on my Mac gives unreal detail, beter detail from anything I've ever had. And im only using pretty standard Canon glass. If it was just a little bit faster sometimes it would be incredible! But I love it!
 
Why is it so hard to get a camera that ticks all the boxes, that has good image quality, that can also produce nice looking SOOC images if needed. In a nice looking ergonomic body, and with a viewfinder, at a reasonable price, with no weird quirky issues?
 
jonbeeza said:
Why is it so hard to get a camera that ticks all the boxes, that has good image quality, that can also produce nice looking SOOC images if needed. In a nice looking ergonomic body, and with a viewfinder, at a reasonable price, with no weird quirky issues?
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Fuji, you wont find better SOOC jpegs. The white balance is excellent
 
Caerus said:
Fuji, you wont find better SOOC jpegs. The white balance is excellent
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Yes but they are pricey, and the lenses are more expensive than mainstream lenses. the only fuji I could afford seems iffy with autofocus. So that put me off that particular camera I was looking at.
 
jonbeeza said:
Yes but they are pricey, and the lenses are more expensive than mainstream lenses. the only fuji I could afford seems iffy with autofocus. So that put me off that particular camera I was looking at.
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I bought a used X-E2 + the better of the two standard zoom lens on here for £325. Fantastic camera.

Just because others go and buy a new x-t3 and fancy lenses for £2000+ doesn't mean you have to.
 
Caerus said:
I bought a used X-E2 + the better of the two standard zoom lens on here for £325. Fantastic camera.

Just because others go and buy a new x-t3 and fancy lenses for £2000+ doesn't mean you have to.
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I did look at pre owned fujis, but the lenses were dearer than the body. I am still keeping an eye open, and if anything jumps out at me, then I will make a move.
 
Al1944 said:
As you well know I've had a few cameras over the years! Still end up going back to a Nikon DSLR which suits me better than anything else I have owned. Got a D5600 at the moment which should see me out! ;)
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But then you get the urge for summit new. :)
 
@jonbeeza ..... I have a Fuji X-E2 that’s sitting neglected in the corner, mint if you’re interested.
 
@Caerus .__thats not close, lol. £180
 
No worries.
 
I am going to make sure on my next camera purchase, as I am going to keep it for a minimum of two years. I don't like the idea of changing cameras often, too much messing about.
 
Al1944 said:
Nice camera - I've had a couple- and an X-E1 and X-E2S ;) Can't beat the sound of a bit of mirror slap though :)
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I was out with the DSLR this morning, but I always attract attention. I was kneeling besides the canal, trying to compose the shot. Just like always, I was asked if I was taking a photo. I so wanted to say, no I am fishing. A DSLR certainly gets you noticed. lol
 
I hardly ever use my older small sensor compacts, or my film camera. I only use them once in a blue moon, just to check they are still working. At the moment I use an entry level DSLR and the Canon G7X. I am just wondering which I could call my main camera. If I did get another camera, I would not get rid of my current cameras, as I would not get much for them. So I suppose in my case, I would just be adding to my meagre little collection. :)
 
Al1944 said:
I find it a lot easier to have just one camera.
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If only I could sell all my cameras for a decent portion of what I paid, I would be OK paying for a good quality expensive one.
 
Just been trawling websites nosing at Cameras, I have gotten rid of the little urge I had, to get another camera. I know camera prices are low at the moment, or at least some camera prices are pretty low. But, I think they will drop even more. So, for the moment I in no mad rush.
 
jonbeeza said:
Most of my old cameras still work, but I can't be bothered getting a Compact flash card, and can't be doing hunting down film.
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Hunting down film is easy... visit somewhere like here https://www.7dayshop.com/camera-film-supplies , take your pick, press the buy button and wait about 7 days for delivery then (if it's conventional negative or slide film rather than instant) store it in a fridge or freezer until a few hours before it's required (to allow it to get to room temperature). Then send film to somewhere like here https://www.ag-photolab.co.uk/ for processing and scanning or printing. Their turn-around is usually about 3 to 4 days (inc postage each way) unless using slide film or wanting something other than standard scanning/printing.

No excuse now (apart from money)! Perhaps have a look in the Film and Conventional section of the forum and see what we get up to. (y)

jonbeeza said:
A quick snap I took with the Canon ixus 980. I took photo about seven years ago. Ignore the composition, I think it looks like it was taken on film.
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You can't beat the real thing, and with a 1950s folding medium format camera too! :)




Or you could go a bit more modern and use a 20 year old auto focus 35mm SLR such as the EOS 30 (which has eye-controlled AF point selection - yes, it really does track where you are looking!), and is compatible with the latest Canon EF lenses (not EF-S), including L lenses.



Feel free to click on the photos and pixel peep in Flickr. So perhaps a gear acquisition itch can be scratched by something old, rather than the latest and greatest? Who knows, slowing down a bit, and the discipline (and expense!) of having as few as 8 shots on a roll of film can impart, could help improve a person's photography skills. Well, it certainly makes me think more about getting the shot right. :)
 
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Hunting down film is easy... visit somewhere like here https://www.7dayshop.com/camera-film-supplies , take your pick, press the buy button and wait about 7 days for delivery then (if it's conventional negative or slide film rather than instant) store it in a fridge or freezer until a few hours before it's required (to allow it to get to room temperature). Then send film to somewhere like here https://www.ag-photolab.co.uk/ for processing and scanning or printing. Their turn-around is usually about 3 to 4 days (inc postage each way) unless using slide film or wanting something other than standard scanning/printing.

No excuse now (apart from money)! Perhaps have a look in the Film and Conventional section of the forum and see what we get up to. (y)




You can't beat the real thing, and with a 1950s folding medium format camera too! :)




Or you could go a bit more modern and use a 20 year old auto focus 35mm SLR such as the EOS 30 (which has eye-controlled AF point selection - yes, it really does track where you are looking!), and is compatible with the latest Canon EF lenses (not EF-S), including L lenses.



Feel free to click on the photos and pixel peep in Flickr. So perhaps a gear acquisition itch can be scratched by something old, rather than the latest and greatest? Who knows, slowing down a bit, and the discipline (and expense!) of having as few as 8 shots on a roll of film can impart, could help improve a person's photography skills. Well, it certainly makes me think more about getting the shot right. :)
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Some really nice looking images there, I do have to admit. :-)
 
jonbeeza said:
Some really nice looking images there, I do have to admit. :)
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Come on in, the water's lovely! (y)

Banter aside, I enjoy using both film and digital, and being able to use the same lenses on my EOS 6D and 35mm EOS SLRs is a real bonus. I often take both formats with me if I'm going out for a day's photography.
 
mdpF2 said:
...get those off ebay, I bought two pairs of them last week for a film camera...
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I know all the items and articles are still about, to get back into proper photography. I just have not got off my backside to do anything about it. Besides the last film I shot came back from the developers looking really poop. I think it was about three or four years ago, the photos looked nothing like I used to get back from the shop. The photos looked like a poor quality scan of a photo, so I never really bothered any further.
 
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