Future DSLR Ideas

Calibretto · 04-20-2009, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by vroom_skies

When it comes down to it I wouldn't buy anything lower then the D80/ D90 on Nikon's side nor 30D/ 40D on Canon's side. I feel that Pentax/ Oly/ Samgsung/ Sony etc, have better offerings in that price range and also even into the higher priced teirs as well.

So you would take a $600 Pentax/ Oly/ Samgsung/ Sony etc. over a $600 Rebel?

Even though Rebels are toys, I think they're still great for beginners.

Irishwhistle · 04-20-2009, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Calibretto

Even though Rebels are toys, I think they're still great for beginners.

The terminology is catching!

**vroom_skies** · 04-21-2009, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by [-0MEGA-]

Bob, I'm trying to remember, what is it you told me that you didn't like about your Pentax that my Canon had?

I don't think it was anything I didn't like, more just that the 50D had a nicer review screen and the focusing was obviously faster.

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Originally Posted by Calibretto

So you would take a $600 Pentax/ Oly/ Samgsung/ Sony etc. over a $600 Rebel?
Even though Rebels are toys, I think they're still great for beginners.

We'll it totally depends on what model. For instance I would take my camera, the K10D, over a xti/ xsi any day. Even though the xsi has some superior features I couldn't take it seriously with the size and build of the body. Also it's not that I hate the x** line, it's just that you can get much better for the price.

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Originally Posted by Irishwhistle

The terminology is catching!

It is essentially true lol.

Calibretto · 04-21-2009, 01:23 AM

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Originally Posted by vroom_skies

We'll it totally depends on what model. For instance I would take my camera, the K10D, over a xti/ xsi any day. Even though the xsi has some superior features I couldn't take it seriously with the size and build of the body. Also it's not that I hate the x** line, it's just that you can get much better for the price.

Good to know

Ramomar · 04-21-2009, 03:59 AM

Thanks so far, I think I came to the conclusion that I'm stuck.

Stuck between the Canon XS ($510 w/18-55mm) and the Pentax K2000 ($600 w/18-55mm & 55-200M)

I'm thinking the Pentax is the better deal. Note that I'm no longer looking at ergonomics since they look to be very have similar in terms of body shape and button positions.

Irishwhistle · 04-21-2009, 04:08 AM

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Originally Posted by ramodkk

Thanks so far, I think I came to the conclusion that I'm stuck.

Stuck between the Canon XS ($510 w/18-55mm) and the Pentax K2000 ($600 w/18-55mm & 55-200M)

I'm thinking the Pentax is the better deal. Note that I'm no longer looking at ergonomics since they look to be very have similar in terms of body shape and button positions.

Just realize that the K2000 doesn't have weather sealing, but I'm sure it's still a good camera, and that white version... man...

**vroom_skies** · 04-21-2009, 04:18 AM

- Are you open to open to buying used?
- The K200D can be had for around $560 with kit lens, I would most likely take that over the K2000 with the two kit lenses.

You can get the K10D for upper $300 or low $400's. Sometimes that includes the kit lens as well.

Ramomar · 04-21-2009, 04:32 AM

Well, I wouldn't mind buying used as long as it is in good condition and it's a good deal.

But this looks like a good price no?

http://www.amazon.com/Pentax-Digital...0280975&sr=1-1

Irishwhistle · 04-21-2009, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by vroom_skies

- Are you open to open to buying used?
- The K200D can be had for around $560 with kit lens, I would most likely take that over the K2000 with the two kit lenses.

You can get the K10D for upper $300 or low $400's. Sometimes that includes the kit lens as well.

Very good point. If I preferred toy cameras (which I don't) I'd definitely get the white K2000 though. Personally I'd get the K200D as I like my cameras to be tough and somewhat old-fashioned if you know what I mean... I like the the new technology, but I just don't like how companies seem to be putting as few buttons as possible on their cameras.

Omar, if you're trying decide between the XS and K2000, and just don't want to get a K200D, then I'd go with the (white) K2000 (hey, if you're gonna get a toy, get an awesome one! The XS is somewhat overshadowed by the XSi, which ruins the "cool" factor, if that's what your going for.)

Ramomar · 04-21-2009, 04:44 AM

Actually, I'm considering the K200D now, but yeah, the White K2000 looks sexy!

Amazon price for the K200D looks awesome:

http://www.amazon.com/Pentax-Digital...0280975&sr=1-1

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Ramomar VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: There > Age: 17 Posts: 6,788	Well, I wouldn't mind buying used as long as it is in good condition and it's a good deal. But this looks like a good price no? http://www.amazon.com/Pentax-Digital...0280975&sr=1-1 __________________ Pentium E2160 \| AC Freezer 7 Pro \| Gigabyte P35-DS3L \| 2GB BallistiX Tracers PC2-6400 \| Sapphire HD3870 \| Rosewill RD500 500W \| Antec 300 Winner of Photo Tourney: "What Were They Thinking?", "Grass", "Feelings/Emotions" & "Fireworks" My Flickr

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Ramomar VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: There > Age: 17 Posts: 6,788	Actually, I'm considering the K200D now, but yeah, the White K2000 looks sexy! Amazon price for the K200D looks awesome: http://www.amazon.com/Pentax-Digital...0280975&sr=1-1 __________________ Pentium E2160 \| AC Freezer 7 Pro \| Gigabyte P35-DS3L \| 2GB BallistiX Tracers PC2-6400 \| Sapphire HD3870 \| Rosewill RD500 500W \| Antec 300 Winner of Photo Tourney: "What Were They Thinking?", "Grass", "Feelings/Emotions" & "Fireworks" My Flickr

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