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      08-18-2009, 02:55 AM   #67
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just out of curiosity, how much do you guys think youve invested into photography (hardware, software, classes, books, etc)
I don't even want to say, this stuff is expensive!
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just out of curiosity, how much do you guys think youve invested into photography (hardware, software, classes, books, etc)
Less than my Z4 cost, but a whole lot more than I got for my old car.
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oy. my insurance is currently covering $15k of gear. doesn't include insurance costs, studio costs, rental costs, maintenance, computer, blah blah blah.

i think it's time for a yard sale.
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What kind of tripods would you guys recommend/have? I'm looking at getting a Manfrotto by Bogen Imaging 190XDB 3-Section Tripod w/ 390RC2 Pan/Tilt Head...thoughts?
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I have the 190XB with 486RC2 ball head

get a ball head...and get one that holds some weight if you ever plan on using some bigger lenses/bodies...youll thank yourself

the only comments I have about this tripod is that its a beast, good for stability bc of its weight, but if you plan on bringing it, its a bit heavy...so make sure you want to use it when you bring it out or youll curse it.
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I have the 190XB with 486RC2 ball head
486RC2 FTW
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What kind of tripods would you guys recommend/have?
You'll never go wrong with a carbon fiber Gitzo. Either a 2-series as a do everything or a 1-series for hiking and a 3-series for heavy lifting. Personally I went with option 2 and have an 1128 for general use and a 1325 for the big guns. Lots of these are on the used market and will save you a bundle vs. new...
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Thanks guys for your input....my budget for an tripod is $100 - $150 range as i want to spend more for lens.
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If you're willing to go $200, I got my carbon fiber tripod complete with a pan-head at my local Best Buy. Of course there's tax, but it's still a great price for a great set of CF legs. The pan-head is a little difficult to use, but use it until you get the funds for a good ball-head. Great tripod for the traveler.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1173577949568

It's called the Velbon ElCarmagne 530. It goes for $270+ on other sites like Adorama and Amazon. Weird, for the first time I found a bargain at my local retailer!
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You'll never go wrong with a carbon fiber Gitzo. Either a 2-series as a do everything or a 1-series for hiking and a 3-series for heavy lifting. Personally I went with option 2 and have an 1128 for general use and a 1325 for the big guns. Lots of these are on the used market and will save you a bundle vs. new...
mmmm gitzo
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mmmm empty wallet
what else is new? ;]
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What kind of tripods would you guys recommend/have? I'm looking at getting a Manfrotto by Bogen Imaging 190XDB 3-Section Tripod w/ 390RC2 Pan/Tilt Head...thoughts?
I just snagged this modo maxi off eBay last week... its pretty sweet.

http://modo.manfrotto.com/
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I just snagged this modo maxi off eBay last week... its pretty sweet.

http://modo.manfrotto.com/

nice...thanks for the info

FYI - i found out there's a $25 rebate if you buy any manfrotto tripod by Aug 31

http://www.bogenimaging.us/webdav/si...04_01_2009.pdf
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Supah bump,

cause I like this thread.
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thinking about getting a SB-600 for my d40. is it already a wireless flash or would i have to buy a cord or something? or should i get a SB-900 since i'm going to upgrade to a d90 in a few years?
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thats great...it really look nice
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im suprised no one has brought up the 7d? how cheap will the 50d get?
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im suprised no one has brought up the 7d? how cheap will the 50d get?
probably....wont move much in price since the 7D is slotting above it..canon seems to like to move prices up instead of down.
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why are Leica cameras are so darn expansive. The S-system costs close to 40k!?!?
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why are Leica cameras are so darn expansive. The S-system costs close to 40k!?!?
Their glass is top notch, their sensors are top notch, the build quality is top notch....well, you pretty much get what you pay for, even if the cost is outrageous

you ever seen their noctilux F .95 50mm lens!?....yeesh...*drool*, faster than the human eye
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