Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Way OT, got me a new toy

I'm doing my part to spur on the economy. I received my new toy tonight.

Yea baby!

10 comments:

Paige Hinrichs said...

Love it. I have the 30D. Do you know how to shoot? Have fun!

golfer_X said...

I currently have the 300D. I still need to get the grip for the 40D. I'm just so used to the feel of the camera with the battery grip. I played with it a little last night trying to get used to the feel. I was hoping to avoid buying another $200 grip but I think I will have to bite the bullet. Now I have to save up for the 100-400mm L series lens. I'm thinking of getting the 17-40mm too.

Anonymous said...

golfer the 50D comes out next month!

golfer_X said...

Yea, I know but it's $500 more and I'de rather spend that towards a lens right now.

Anonymous said...

Consider getting a 17-55 f/2.8 IS, its a little more expensive than the 17-40 but you get what you pay for. Its by far the best lens for the xxD series cameras!

I'm Not POTUS said...

Come on have some real fun. Apply for all the pre-approved cards and go crazy.

My mailbox routinely has an entire body and complete lense worth of credit to burn.

When they ask for payment take a picture of a $20 and send them 200 copies. FICO scores will be as useful as tits on a hog.

Terry said...

So, teach me how to use one of those, will ya? I've just got a Canon IS2S point and shoot and I'd love to learn how to use an slr.

golfer_X said...

Paige can teach you! She's a pro. I'm just a hack. 20 years ago I was a decent photographer.
I used to write for a R/C airplane magazine and took lots of pictures when I did that. I even managed to get a few cover shots published. But writing a monthly column just took way too much time (especially for someone that never managed better than a "C" in English class).

Heck, I'll sell you my old camera if you want to get into SLR.

Terry said...

I might have to take you up on that.
Is your old camera digital or film? I keep looking at classes at the community college but they always want you to have a film SLR. Yeah, like I'm going to go buy a brand new film SLR in the digital age. Hell, I don't even want to buy a new digital SLR since I don't know if I'm smart enough to be able to use one.

golfer_X said...

Unfortunately I sold it yesterday. It was digital. I do have a very nice film SLR. It's a Canon Elan IIe. I'd give it to you want it although it's a body only. (I use the lens on my digital)