Help me convince my parents...

calgaryphotographer · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

That an upgrade to a 20D would be worthwhile from a 300D. I've outgrown my current camera, but what features does the 20D have that the 300D doesn't or where does the 20D shine. I need help convincing my parents! NOTEI'm paying for the camera, they just are controllive of what I spend my money on.

jbkalla · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

Wow! You're a lucky person, that's all I can say!

jmckell · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

Why not just go for the 30D?

calgaryphotographer · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

Yea, but my parents arn't quite bitting. Also must i add that I would be paying for it.

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Originally Posted by jbkalla

Wow! You're a lucky person, that's all I can say!

andym172 · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

Looks like you need to do some researching

Both Google and the search facility on this site are your friends...

In what way have you outgrown your 300D?

SuzyView · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

I can honestly say that for $1000, you can really buy stuff. A new camera is a big investment. The reason why your parents don't want you to is because $1000 is a lot of money. How long did it take you to accummulate it? My 18 year old just got a job that pays $10/hour. It would take him 150 hours to be able to afford that camera. If you look at it that way, your parents are doing a good job.

calgaryphotographer · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

I have problems with my 300D when it comes to ISO, AF, Sturdyness,

I have the money for one, I just feel like an upgrade would help me lots

calicokat · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

Incentive based. Tell them you'll do something for them. Promise to graduate college and pay them back ten fold with your awesome career??? :D

Curtis N · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

The reviews at dpreview.com would be a good place to start.

calgaryphotographer · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

I've already printed and given them the reviews

Rob612 · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

Wait a second, here is a question that is missing (Calgaryphotographer, I don't want to mind your business, but you asked something and this need further investigation, feel free not to answer, of course).

How did you got the necessary money in your hands ? Is that money your parents gave you (i.e. weekly pay or whatever its called in your part of the world), or you earned it working part time somewhere ? If its your money, and you sweated for it, I do believe that - unless its needed to help the house (it happened to me when I got my first job) -you have all the rights to buy anything (legal!!!) you want with it. Otherwise, your parents may have a point.

calgaryphotographer · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

Absolutely, I have worked for every cent of the money I have spent on photography, and all the money that will be put towards my 20D will be money I've earned. Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Rob612

Wait a second, here is a question that is missing (Calgaryphotographer, I don't want to mind your business, but you asked something and this need further investigation, feel free not to answer, of course).

How did you got the necessary money in your hands ? Is that money your parents gave you (i.e. weekly pay or whatever its called in your part of the world), or you earned it working part time somewhere ? If its your money, and you sweated for it, I do believe that - unless its needed to help the house (it happened to me when I got my first job) -you have all the rights to buy anything (legal!!!) you want with it. Otherwise, your parents may have a point.

jbkalla · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

Quote:

Originally Posted by calgaryphotographer

Absolutely, I have worked for every cent of the money I have spent on photography, and all the money that will be put towards my 20D will be money I've earned. Thanks!

Damn! Good for you! You must be very good at saving.

Az2Africa · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

What are you shooting? Maybe post some of your work here. Only you know all the reasons for wanting the upgrade, but some of the pros here can tell you if you are being limited by your present gear.

SuzyView · 19th of March 2006 (Sun)

Both my sons got new laptop computers for school from my sister, who is retired with no children. I thought they would be spoiled with them, but they have actually been very sensible and have not asked for any upgrades. My oldest son got his own accessories and is very grateful his aunt is so generous. I think teaching your kids to be hard-working is a very wise investment. Your parents should be very proud of you.

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