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Old Feb 19, 2010 | 10:35 PM
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Originally Posted by CarbonXe
You'll find a MUCH better deal online than at Sears or Best Buy.

bhphotovideo.com
adoroma.com
I was looking at the XS and XSI, same price on those sites as at sears (sears is having a sale)

ill probably pick up the xsi with a lens for 599.

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Old Feb 19, 2010 | 11:35 PM
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check http://www.keh.com/ for used camera gear
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 12:11 AM
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I planning on getting a SB600 but was wondering what are "MUST" have items? I know its based on preference or opinion... What is your fave lens and accessory?
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 01:18 AM
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Originally Posted by mrhat
id rather buy new rather than used.
wrong attitude my friend. if you value your income that is. every single piece of equipment i own is used in perfect condition. i've saved over $500 now. i would go as far as saying i'll never buy anything new. just like cars.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:01 AM
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ive had back luck with buying used lately, the xsi for 599 with lens and SD card isnt a bad deal to me.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:07 AM
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Originally Posted by DonNguyen
check http://www.keh.com/ for used camera gear
I seriously hate you.

Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:09 AM
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ha ha oh man u made the mistake of actually going to that site. Tell ur wallet I'm sorry. ha ha
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:09 AM
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SD cards that come with cameras are usually throw away cards, so figure that you'll spend another $50-80 on another card very quickly.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:11 AM
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Originally Posted by Elijahtc
ha ha oh man u made the mistake of actually going to that site. Tell ur wallet I'm sorry. ha ha
I'm completely broke right now, but I have about $6k (Selling my Honda, Wii, PSP, 360 and then my tax return) coming in over the next month. I've been resisting the urge to get an Accesport, RPF1s, and an exhaust for the WRX...and now I have to resist the urge to get the 18-200mm VRII and a fisheye.

Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:13 AM
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fisheyes are FUN. Not something u can use all the time cause it gets old but DAMN they are fun when u get stuck in a creative rut.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:20 AM
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Imagine how I feel. KEH is local lol.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:20 AM
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i just got my unemployment checks and am looking at getting some strobes
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:21 AM
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I have a feeling that will be the last lens I buy. I'm contemplating buying the Sigma 18-200 OS over the Nikon, simply because of how awesome my Sigma 10-20 is and it's 1/2 the price of the Nikon. Reviews have said the Nikon is slightly better, but I doubt I'll find it $400 better lol. Then I need to get rid of my 50 1.8 for the new 35 1.8.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:22 AM
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Has anyone sold anything to them? I'm going to be selling my 18-135 when I get the 18-200 and I'm considering doing their trade-in thing.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:23 AM
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You could get more private party. Remember they have to make a profit.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:25 AM
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just think if B&H were local.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:27 AM
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B&H AND Adorama are local for me.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 02:29 AM
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I could probably control myself when dealing with MSRP.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 03:16 AM
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Originally Posted by CarbonXe
B&H AND Adorama are local for me.
Yessir! Just wish I could afford the things I want from them.
Old Feb 20, 2010 | 07:17 AM
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35mm ordered today yayayy!!

i love my pooch


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