Hi! Gab here, well, I got hooked when my friend loaned me his Nikon D40 and I've been lurking for a while seeking my first DSLR. I have a Pana LX 3 that I'm using right now as well by the way.
Anyway, I'm sure this is the 27846720th time guys have been asked this question regarding which camera should I go for.
In anycase, I'm kind of torn between getting the Nikon D40 off my friend (He is planning to upgrade) with the stock kit lens or a 2nd hand Olympus E520.
I guess as a new comer to this, I know I should not spend too much on a total new setup and learn all the nuances and features that will most certainly give me a few sleepless nights. However I tend to worry about the lack of the warranty if I go go for the D40.
Any advice will be greatly appreciated.
Oh, the Canon 450D and 1000D is equally enticing as well, and after reading so many threads. I guess the equipment doesn't matter to an extent, but what you do with it.
Edit : Just more info, I prefer to shoot scenery primarily and People second. I'm not sure if that's too abstract to be of any help though.
Anyway, I'm sure this is the 27846720th time guys have been asked this question regarding which camera should I go for.
In anycase, I'm kind of torn between getting the Nikon D40 off my friend (He is planning to upgrade) with the stock kit lens or a 2nd hand Olympus E520.
I guess as a new comer to this, I know I should not spend too much on a total new setup and learn all the nuances and features that will most certainly give me a few sleepless nights. However I tend to worry about the lack of the warranty if I go go for the D40.
Any advice will be greatly appreciated.
Oh, the Canon 450D and 1000D is equally enticing as well, and after reading so many threads. I guess the equipment doesn't matter to an extent, but what you do with it.
Edit : Just more info, I prefer to shoot scenery primarily and People second. I'm not sure if that's too abstract to be of any help though.
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