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Right. Decided the D40 didn't offer me as much as i'd expected. (wanted 10MP+)
So i have a choice.
I can go for the D60, D80 or a Cannon EOS-450.
Out of the 3 i prefer the D60, but will it be good enough for take action shots of bikes with, or should i to go the D80 which offer me more but possibly too much. Price is not important as i'm getting it for my 18th so my parents want to get me something i can keep and use over and over again. Can anyone tell me what they're like in the long run, easy to use when out, hard wearing ect..
Only thing that crossed my mind when having a go with them was the weight of the D80 which put me off slightly. The D60 and EOS felt much lighter, and less bulky which is better for transport i guess.
Also, i will need a bag to put it in when riding that will fit in a medium sized backpack (Oakley one..), can anyone recommend me one? And are Gorilla pods worth it, or would a little tripod be better.
So i have a choice.
I can go for the D60, D80 or a Cannon EOS-450.
Out of the 3 i prefer the D60, but will it be good enough for take action shots of bikes with, or should i to go the D80 which offer me more but possibly too much. Price is not important as i'm getting it for my 18th so my parents want to get me something i can keep and use over and over again. Can anyone tell me what they're like in the long run, easy to use when out, hard wearing ect..
Only thing that crossed my mind when having a go with them was the weight of the D80 which put me off slightly. The D60 and EOS felt much lighter, and less bulky which is better for transport i guess.
Also, i will need a bag to put it in when riding that will fit in a medium sized backpack (Oakley one..), can anyone recommend me one? And are Gorilla pods worth it, or would a little tripod be better.
have you got any reason for wanting 10+MP?
consider the idea that mega pixels dont actually matter unless your looking to create huge picture to put on your wall or something similar.
I cant really rate the Canon, but then again i wouldn't go for Canon so i am sure someone else can give you the lowdown on that.
basically any of the cameras you have written about will be be able to take a decent bike shot, you just need to learn how to use them..
what you need to think about is what you want from your camera? what will you be doing with the end results? are you into photography? do you want have your 18th birthday present to be just a camera or a cheaper end slr and something else.
The D80 far surpasses the D40 and D60, the bulk honestly i wouldn't worry about. One of the reasons i went for the D40 was its compact size.
However i grew to really dislike it. whacked on a battery grip which adds weight and bulk and havnt taken it off since. Makes the camera feel so much nicer in your hands.
as for carrying your gear, I use this bag:
http://www.warehouseexpress.com/product/default.aspx?sku=10155
amazing piece of kit. I hold 2 SLR bodies and about 7-8 lenses in it plus cleaning gear filters and a flash.
then youve got space in the front for more stuff, jumper etc. and a tripod holder on the outside.
plus straps to stop it from flying around when riding.
very padded, will keep your gear safe from most stuff really.
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