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 12/03/2005 01:28:26 PM · #1
I am looking to further enlighten my photographic side, and I don't have alot of money. At any rate I was wondering if I am barking up the wrong tree when it comes to the 300D. I mean how outdated is this camera really, or does it still have adequate response to an entry level photographer or mediocre at best. Thank you guys in advance for your responses.

P.S. If anybody is upgrading, and in need of a buyer for an older SLR, I am here (SOS), you can look at my portfolio with my point and shoot, I promise your older camera will be shown much love.
 12/03/2005 01:41:39 PM · #2
I'd say 300D is a great camera, full stop....

I use one as my 'second' camera at the moment, and although it's not as fast as the 20D it produces great images, and 'feels' right as a camera.

If you're into gadgets and gear you'll be wanting something else fairly quickly, but in terms of a photographic tool it will last you a long time..

Just my 2c worth.
 12/03/2005 01:42:08 PM · #3
Having a 350D (XT), I would seriously consider a 300D as a second body.
The 300D is basically a 10D with crippled firmware that is easily unlocked. Very good camera in my opinion.
12/03/2005 01:42:12 PM · #4
It's a great camera....there are a whole lotta people on this site that use it.

It is by no means outdated, it may be a little heavier and bigger than some newer models...but it still has the capability of producing beautiful images.
 12/03/2005 01:42:48 PM · #5
I think that a 300D in good condition is a camera that still has a lot of useful lifetime left. It has been superceded in functions and capacity by newer bodies, but it's still a Canon dSLR and can be a great starter camera (and beyond).

Good prices to be had on the used market too. Just right here on DPC, I bet you can find several up for sale.
 12/03/2005 01:42:59 PM · #6
Perhaps a slight bias (owner), but the 300D is far from obsolete. In the end, the body matters less than the lenses with dSLR. You will miss out on some megapixels (only really important in enlargements) and some features, but not a lot. Many of the features can be enabled with a hack. If the pricepoint is right, I'd say go for it.
 12/03/2005 01:56:06 PM · #7
Ya'll are awesome! Thanks for the quick replies, I am so excited to have one in my hands.
 12/03/2005 02:18:54 PM · #8
Originally posted by stare_at_the_sun:
It's a great camera....there are a whole lotta people on this site that use it.

It is by no means outdated, it may be a little heavier and bigger than some newer models...but it still has the capability of producing beautiful images.


"STILL"? SLRs are SUPPOSED to be large and heavy.
I for one can't stand the toyish feel of the 350D

And yes. I bought the 300D even though the 350D was available.
 12/03/2005 02:31:11 PM · #9
I confess to a warm spot in my heart for the 300D. We purchased nshapiro's from him for my daughter smartypants, when Neil upgraded. It's a great camera and it feels good to purchase from someone you know from DPC and respect as a person and photographer.
 12/03/2005 02:34:43 PM · #10
I chose the Nikon way because didn't like the feel of 350D. I am very happy with my decision so far. D50 comes pretty cheap these days.
 12/03/2005 02:35:33 PM · #11

Well I'm game for that idea, I would love to purchase somebody's older stuff. Problem: Most people that have them, don't want to let them go, and if they do let them go they have so much heart invested in them that the price becomes a tad ridiculous, no offense to that group of people either, I'd be the same way.
 12/03/2005 02:36:53 PM · #12
Right on Jansku, thanks, I'm going to see how much I can score one for right now. I don't mind either/or, heck I would even do Pentax again. The money thing though in this household can become quite a challenge.

Message edited by author 2005-12-03 14:38:12.
 12/03/2005 02:39:52 PM · #13
When I do eventually upgrade, I won't be selling my 300D. I'll definitely keep it as a second camera, if it's still working by then.
 12/03/2005 02:52:18 PM · #14
300D is a perfectly acceptable camera within the parameters the OP outlined; we're all in agreement on that. Still, what nobody's mentioned here is the price point at which it ceases to be a viable option. For example, if I could only save $100 over the cost of a 350xt, I wouldn't think that was worth it. Show me a clean, well-cared-for 300D at $250 and it would be criminal not to buy it :-)

R.
 12/03/2005 03:13:49 PM · #15
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12/03/2005 03:19:24 PM · #16
if you're going to buy a used one - keep in mind the shutter mechanism has a lifespan, and may need replacing soon after purchase depeding on how many shots the camera has taken.


12/03/2005 04:21:42 PM · #17
actually, through very recent experience, buying one on dpc is a pleasant experience.

And I hope their not updated, cuz my husband's got here last week, and mine should be here sometime next week!
 12/03/2005 05:02:09 PM · #18
What's the Nikon guy doing here?

But seriously, the 300d has only been on the market for 2 years. My camera has been on the market quickly reaching it's 5 year mark. I feel the urge to fall into the consumer mode and get the next best thing the D2X but I know this camera has provided me some awesome shots and even better prints. That fact won't change in 10 or even 20 years. And until that does change I'm sticking with my baby. (read as: i'm broke)

My point is a 2 year old digital camera has lots of life left in it. It's not like a computer that outdates itself by the time you've gotten all your settings the way you like them. Get it and and enjoy it!

Oh and canon sucks, blah blah blah. (have to keep up appearances with "my side")
 12/03/2005 07:50:15 PM · #19

I have one for sale ... if you're interested!!!!!!! :)
colyla@yahoo.com
 12/03/2005 07:54:33 PM · #20
How outdated? 2 of the 9 ribbon winners were taken with a 300D so ... ;) It must still work ok.
 12/05/2005 11:47:55 PM · #21
It still has very high imaging qualities. Where the camera is dated is in it's robustness.

Newer cameras have instant on, quikcer time to review, much larger buffers.

If you aren't bothered by these (landscape photography and photography that takes time to set up comes to mind) then it's a really good choice.

If you do events and sports where a camera has to work fast then it will be a factor. After getting the 1D Mark II N, my Rebel becames intolerably slow, so I replaced it with a XT. But I do a lot of events, sports, and candid stuff.

Good luck
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