buck the trend?

[nathanbarlow]

hey

was wondering if anyone else refuses to upgrade from an older model as they are happy with what they have?

I use the Canon D60, and initially got it because it was a good deal, is good dSLR (my first) and a semi-pro model (aka rugged). Bought it in 2007 and it is a 2002-new model. It is my primary camera, with two secondary film cameras for nostalgia and film-dabbling when i feel like it.

Loving the D60 now, and dont see any point to upgrade as 6.3MP can print at A3 (ok 'only at DPI180 ish) and basically i would only be paying for bigger filesize (more MP), better AF and better noise suppression - I solve noise by using (strobes) and I use manual focus more than AF anyway except for fast sport type action and 6.3MP is okayish as i said before.

Just keen to see if there is anyone else who accepts there are a few limits to their "older" camera, but doesnt really care?

So im saving the cash i would spend on a body 'upgrade' and getting some nice glass which, in my opinion, is the more important part.

Nathan

[OsmosisStudios]

The thing with upgrading bodies is that its more than just megapixels. A newer body will have better ergonomics (they're reviewed every time), better build, faster shooting, better (faster, more accurate) autofocus, better and faster processing, higher bit rates, better features, lower noise etc.

There are alot of things to decide before you would feel the need to upgrade. Im still using the D80 I got 3 years ago because I see very little reason to upgrade (lower noise would be nice, as would a faster FPS) as I know how to use it and most other bodies simply dont provide enough of a difference. The other factor, at least for myself as a university student, is funds: I have none, and bodies tend to be expensive.

If you dont feel the need to upgrade, then dont. However, I would be very tempted to go to a local camera shop with a memory card or two and try your camera versus newer bodies with the same lens and settings and compare the images side to side afterwards: you may see that your D60 doesnt compare to the newer equivalent (the 50D).

[dcclark]

OsmosisStudios said one really really important thing:

Originally Posted by OsmosisStudios

If you dont feel the need to upgrade, then dont.

Very true. Don't buy just because it's newer -- buy because you have a reason.

[daft_biker]

Originally Posted by nathanbarlow

So im saving the cash i would spend on a body 'upgrade' and getting some nice glass which, in my opinion, is the more important part.

I'm not arguing against making glass the priority if your current body does the job but I think you might be surprised just how much nicer to use a newer camera is. I like things like better viewfinders, better screens and nicer results.....cameras are still getting better all the time in lots of ways and there have been some significant improvements made since the D60.

[Loose_Canon]

I started w/ Canon's 10D, my first DSLR. I began to feel that my images were not as sharp as I'd like even when using a tripod, so I upgraded to the 5D. Wow - what a difference! And I instantly discovered that my images were easier to edit in PS w/ better results. I confirmed my larger file = better edits w/ a professional color correction/editing expert.

But if you are happy with what you are using and the photos you are getting now, keep it and spend the money on something else.

[nathanbarlow]

Just read my original post, and I wasnt that clear - I was saying all that in response to people who 'snub' older cameras - a girl I know was like '6mp sucks' (and she is a dslr user, not ignorant)

I dont doubt that the newer body is an improvement, i was just ranting that Upgrading for the sake of a newer body is crazy - which is what tons of mates have been saying - like " oh you should get a ___ that D60 is getting old now/6mp is so 2000/your fps is so low/etc etc"

If i had the money, I would get a 5DII, but since Im studying I dont - so in my case, glass is a better investment - then when i have a job and some real money, can get a good body and stil use my glass (in theory - damn it had better still work haha)

Apologies for the miscommunication. And thansk for the replies - good to know not everyone in the world is into upgrading for the sake of it

CHeers