What to look for when I pick up new D-60

[kd6lor]

I just got off the phone a minute ago and my local camera store expects to be able to fill my D-60 order in less than 2 weeks.

When I go to pick up the camera, what should I check before I walk out of the store? I want to make sure I am not getting a return or a unit that had been played with. Is the unit packaged in such a way that I can tell if it has been removed from the package?

When I get it home, the first thing I will do is a dark field test and look for hot pixels. While I know they can develop with time, I am expecting none at the start. Is this realistic?

Any suggestions are welcome.

Paul Jaruszewski

[kd6lor]

The camera shop said next week should be when the camera is available.

Any pointers greatly appreciated....


Paul

[para5063]

Just go out there and take lot's of pictures. Problems will show up within the first few hundred shots. Though I doubt you'll have any. Hot pixels are only an issue if you plan to take a lot of long exposure night shots or scenes with lots of shadow.

If it's new, your store should have a solid return policy. But the box I got my D60 in was not sealed. Examine the LCD screen for scratches. Look through the viewfinder to see if there is dust on the mirror or focus screen.