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Jul 05, 2009 16:02 |  #1

Just wanted to get input from you all on recommendations for a DSLR. I mainly want to use it for vacation and general all around photography. I liked the size of the 20D, but must admit I know very little of the DSLR's?

Asking this question while searching the forum on the subject.

Looking at a budget of about 500 US.


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Jul 05, 2009 17:17 |  #2

With a US $500 budget, even used DSLR equipment will cost more than what you want to spend. You need to look closely at a good point-and-shoot camera such as the Canon SX10 IS. (external link) That is a very good, very versatile camera which will suit your needs and not consume your entire budget, and is readily available at thousands of stores.




  
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Jul 05, 2009 17:18 |  #3

Is your 20D not doing something for you?

You could upgrade to a 30D and keep your 20D as a backup body. Or if you sell your 20D you might be able to fund a T1i.




  
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Jul 05, 2009 17:31 |  #4

As I mentioned, I have not researched this yet. I was hoping that there might be something avail used for about 500. I actually have 300D, but like the 20D in regards to size. Thanks for the replies though.


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Jul 05, 2009 20:26 |  #5

I love my 30D. I paid $450 (CAD). You should definatly be able to find a used one under $500. Heck you might have money left over for a 18-55 IS. If you don't mind the smaller screen size, the 20D is pretty much the same camera and will cost you even less. Can't go wrong with any of the xxD series- 20d/30d will be a huge improvement over 300D.


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Jul 06, 2009 11:26 |  #6

eos650 wrote in post #8228697 (external link)
As I mentioned, I have not researched this yet. I was hoping that there might be something avail used for about 500. I actually have 300D, but like the 20D in regards to size. Thanks for the replies though.

There isn't a lot of difference between the 20D and 30D. Most notible would be a larger LCD on the 30D. Clean copies seem to run around $450-600 on the used market. Both are still capable cameras and a modest cost (compared to other dslr's).

I understand why you liked the size of the 20D. I've got kind of big hands and its uncomfortable for me to hold a smaller camera body too. I had to add a grip to the 30D for it to be comfortable to hand hold.




  
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Jul 06, 2009 14:32 |  #7

Benefits of 30D over 20D - larger lcd and spot metering. Otherwise they're pretty much identical. I have one of each and they are great, solid camera bodies.


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