SilverAudiMike

So I went with a Nikon D3100 from Midwest. I like the idea of buying from a smaller shop vs Best Buy. They were out of stock on the T2i and confirmed that it was discontinued, hence the reason they are so hard to find. I figure I'll mess around with the kit lens for a bit and pick up a 50mm in a couple months.

Any input on JaSSon's used D60 above vs. a new one in my situation?

Thanks Tim. From what I gather I wont go wrong either way - the biggest considerations seem to be the upfront body costs vs minor varying functions and lens cost down the road. I'm going to make my decision this weekend.

http://larsbrownworth.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/Cannon.jpg ????? Please elaborate on your experience with Canon cameras.

I don't know anyone that has any lenses for either. I'll have to take in to consideration that the lenses for Canon are cheaper but the kit lens for the Nikon is better quality. I don't think it's an option for me to buy a body only + a 50mm lens due to the kit prices being competitive.

I wasn't sure if this was still an option - If you are willing to sell I'll let you know by this weekend.

Thanks for the advice - I checked at Midwest before I got serious with the search and the D3100 and the T2i are what they recommended. They priced way out of the ball park compared to online retailers and Best Buy, however. I've found that Best Buy actually has the best prices if you order online. I will definitely go to Midwest and hold both of them before I make my final decision. I'm a little nervous buying used but I assume the good camera shops, i.e. BH will only sell good quality used gear. I'll consider that too if I find what I want at around half of what retail is.

The two things I'm struggling with are 1: cost vs performance 2: The T2i being phased out. No doubt I like the Canon better - but is the Nikon good enough at that price point? Retail vs retail we are talking $649 for the Nikon vs $699 for the Canon - meaning they were priced to compete with each other when they were released. Right now the T3i is priced at $799 and there is a huge gap between the D3100 and the T3i in price and performance, making we wonder if the T3i price is about to drop due to the recent release of the T4i (and apparent discontinuation of the T2i). Lenses are for sure cheaper for the Canon $119 vs $219 for the Nikon AF-S.

I'm in the market for an "entry" DSLR for hobby/vacation/event shooting and have narrowed it to a few options: -New Nikon D3100 $499+tax w/ 8GB card at Best Buy (online only w/ card) -New Canon T2i $599+tax w/ 8GB card at Best Buy (online only) -Used Nikon D40(40X, 60, etc.) <$300 http://www.dpreview.com/products/nikon/slrs/nikon_d3100 http://www.dpreview.com/products/canon/slrs/canon_eos550d Either of the new cameras come with a 18-55mm lens and I plan on picking up a F1.8 50mm lens as well, regardless of what camera I choose (school me on lenses Nikon vs Canon too). Obviously the specs on the Canon are better but is it worth the extra $100? I liked how the Canon felt in my hands - and it has buttons well placed for ISO/aperture/shutter speed whereas the Nikon you have to go through the menu to set ISO. How important is it to have ISO adjustment handy? I'm also finding out that the T2i is being phased out and inventory is clearing quickly with prices ranging from to $599 online to $699 in stores. What are people's thoughts on buying used of either brand/camera, since this is my first DSLR? Edit: Took D90 out of the equation being that it is full frame.

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Apparently not that motivated to sell? Last Activity: Yesterday 06:32 PM

Very interested, PM sent.

Why don't you just broden your gear diff.

Cool car, but good luck getting 28k out of it.

Make offers, guys. This stuff is pretty much brand new.

Jackets are sold but still have the boots and helmets. Size 11 leather boots $75 http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/e84b45ce.jpg http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/6e7d3202.jpg Size 11.5 leather boots $75 http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/c731a61c.jpg http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/7e8bb8f4.jpg Size L gloss black DOT half helmet with bag $75 http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/9e1b586f.jpg http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/7e8d0aa2.jpg http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/17b4315a.jpg Flat black DOT half helmet with bag $75 http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/2deaae05.jpg http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/f499d5f1.jpg http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/cfc7daaf.jpg

Agreed.

55hp is not bad for a 70s bike, you'd be surprised how quickly they can move out with jets/exhaust and a sprocket. The point isn't to go "fast" on them anyway...

I don't have a bobber but I am working on turning my Honda CB450 into a "brat style" bike. A few friends have bobbed Yamaha XS650s and 80s/90s Sportsters, though. An XS project can be completed for under $2k easily. http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o228/smokineagle/Bike5-1.jpg

Hopefully it doesn't put too many people like me in the market for C6Zs to where the price doesn't dive as expected. Like how the 03 Cobras held and still hold in the low to mid $20s...

When is the C7 expected and what's the expected price range for C6Zs when it's released? If its going to be mid-low $30s I may be in the market when this happens.

Holy streeeeeetch.

Hah, that made me chuckle.

It's still open and I was able to hit both the title agency and the license agency in less than 45 minutes during lunch hour today. Boom.

I wasn't at home when it happened but the girlfriend says he did. I assume all is well since I have not heard anything more of it today.