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which should i choose... 30D v. 40D

 
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Nov 06, 2007 00:02 |  #1
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So I can get the 30d brand new for $799 while I can get the 40D brand new for $1100. Both out the door prices...

I really would like to save money if it's not a necessary to spend.

What would you choose if you were to be efficient with your money? Thanks

btw - I already bought the 30D but I can refund it (it's not here yet and I won't open it)


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Nov 06, 2007 00:07 |  #2
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please delete this thread. I see that this topic has been beaten to death already. I apologize.


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Nov 06, 2007 00:11 |  #3

Siriusmuzik wrote in post #4261492 (external link)
So I can get the 30d brand new for $799 while I can get the 40D brand new for $1100. Both out the door prices...

I really would like to save money if it's not a necessary to spend.

What would you choose if you were to be efficient with your money? Thanks

btw - I already bought the 30D but I can refund it (it's not here yet and I won't open it)

If I already had a 30D I don't think I would upgrade to the 40D. I had a 400D (XTi) and didn't hesitate. From all I read the 30D is a fine camera. The 40D is reported to have some improvement in the area of focus and has a faster frame/per/second rate. Only you can decide if the dollar difference is important enough to you to go with the 30D or if you will spend your time wishing you had gotten the 40D instead of enjoying the camera you bought.

You know yourself. Make your decision based on that knowledge.


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very solid advice. I really need to think it over myself. I hope the Dell coupon still lasts until then at least :D

thanks


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Nov 06, 2007 00:58 |  #5

I have a 30D. There are some things about the 40D that really appeal, notable the cross-type AF sensors, live-view, and the interchangeable focusing screens, but even if I could afford to, which I cannot, I would not change. I'm biding my time for a full frame camera that does what I want at a price I can afford. I'm not sure if that helps, or even addresses your question, but WTH - I though I'd say something.

30D good!




  
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Nov 06, 2007 01:00 |  #6
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Word. I understand what you're saying. $300 is a third of the 40D in a few months. So I could get a 40D and have a 30D backup. :D

So yeah, I think I'm going to stick with the 20D :D


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