"Nikon D80 out" - how quickly will 30D prices fall?

The 30D is already at the low 1200's. Depending on the week i've seen it drop to 1180 from like buydig.

The D80 is not there to compete against the 30D. It's there to compete against the XT. Like the XT, when it came out, it was about 1k as well. It'll drop after a few months.

You may not see that extra 2 MP as an advantage, but I am sure that someone coming from a compact digital background is going to see it as a selling point... and the fact that it takes SD cards makes it even more attractive. Given the specs, and the expected price, I think that this is a very attractive camera for first time buyers. Of course it's not likely to cause any of the P.O.T.N. faithful to stray, but then it'd take a helluva camera to do that right?

It seems to me that Nikon has really thought out this camera, and that they've placed it very well considering Canon's line-up.

^^The only part where you screw yourself is the SD memory, so if you eventually upgrade, to like the D200, you have to start over with CF cards.

SimonG, i agree with most of what you say. particularly about price. many consumers will jump *just* because they see 10MP. it certainly has a number of attractive features at that price point.

Unless you're making the transition from a compact digital camera, and you already have a boat load of SD memory. In that case, it's a distinct advantage... it seems to me that Nikon is using SD as a dividing line for their consumer and pro cameras.

Look - in all honesty, the D80 will sell like hotcakes and will take sales away from the 20D/30D/350D. The vast majority of consumers buying digital SLRs now are not serious photographers, but point and shooters who have no idea about what they're doing, or what to look for in a camera. They buy these types of camera because they look flashy, and they think that it'll automatically take better images. Things like noise at high ISO etc they don't have a clue about. Try it - hang out and a camera store and talk to prospective buyers about camera choices, mention things like ISO etc. You'll get lots of blank looks back. And worst, most customers don't want to know what it is. They'll leave the camera in p&s mode and never change it.

Most consumers will look at brand name, styling, and megapixels. I had to explain yesterday that a 4mp digital compact will not provide the same level of quality images as my 1D. He looked and sounded doubtful, and he's of above average intelligence. I tried briefly explaining to him why, and he sort of cottoned on to it all, but again, wasn't totally confident.

Dave

Well, it's not like the D80 is going to be a bad camera.

I was all set to get a 30D and now I must admit the D80 has got my interest so I am waiting until I see what new things Canon has to offer.

-r

D80 is poised against the XT not the 30D. XT is already lower priced than the D80. End of story.

Hellashot wrote:
D80 is poised against the XT not the 30D. XT is already lower priced than the D80. End of story.

Actually, IMHO, its target is a little higher than the XT and it's a nicer camera as well. So for those that want more than the XT but not quite as much as a 30D it could be perfect. But the 30D is sooo nice so it's going to be tough to choose. Now that might be the end of the story

-r

I just went to a camera store today and they were pushing the D70. One of the salesmen had seen a D80 last week when it was brought by the Nikon rep. He has no idea when they will ever see one. Nikon is offering free classes and a bunch of other stuff. Kind of a chicken and egg situation. Does the store almost ignore Canon because of outstanding Nikon support or does Canon ignore the shop because they pimp Nikon? Annoying.

I got my 30D for $999.00 body only from www.bestpricecameras.c​om

Hellashot wrote:
D80 is poised against the XT not the 30D. XT is already lower priced than the D80. End of story.

Ah yes. But - the XT is limited in many areas compared to the D80, and I'm sure Nikon and resellers will push those facts. The XT is now 2 years old and is starting to show its age imho. If Canon sits on its arse, it'll lose market share - I guarantee it.

Dave

mr wills. were you happy with the service from best price cameras? or did they give you the run around, i.e if you don't buy a lens or accessories, the uint is out of stock, etc. also, is it a usa warrantied body?
tia,
chuck

I did spend $3400 dollars with them but the camera was in the box and had all the paper work etc, brand new. I had no problems with any of my items from them everything in stock, They were really friendly and no problems at all. I will buy from them again.

MrWills wrote:
I got my 30D for $999.00 body only from www.bestpricecameras.c​om

http://www.resellerrat​ings.com/seller8754.ht​ml

really? and you got it, and it was a full, USA kit?

watch your credit card