Well if I have to come up with 101 reasons why I shouldn't buy a newer camera, Ill never make it past about 10. 101 reasons why I should buy a new camera... That list could happen.
Ive been looking for awhile. Not actively looking, just occasional browsing. 3 years ago Mr Digger bought me a Nikon D40. I have absolutely LOVED this camera from the day it was placed in my hot little hands.
That said, I have had issues with a few things. First the flash died 9 months into ownership. Nikon fixed it and got it back to me fairly quickly.
The second issue has been ongoing for 3 yrs. It will tell me "lens not attached" when clearly the lens is attached. At first I thought it was an actual camera issue. After 2 trips to the extended warranty repair center, I came to the realization that it only happened with 1 lens. The other 2 lens I own, it never gives this message.
Now, after a "drop" by one of my older children, the lens will not attach (probably ever again) a small sliver of plastic that helps the lens attach has broke off *sigh*
So I started looking for a lens. $100 on ebay for the exact same lens.... or I could upgrade my camera for around $600. Do you see my dilemma? LOL
D3100 Techincally my D40 camera body is fine, no problems, in great working condition. I could probably sell it for $200 making a new camera only about $400. Makes sense really. At least that is what I keep telling myself.
But this last summer I had the opportunity to play with my friend's Canon Rebel... it was kinda nice too, but was it $700 nice? I just dont know. *sigh*
Stay tuned...
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