What a Bummer... - DPChallenge Forums

Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM

11/30/2008 03:06:41 AM · #1

It finally happened, looks like my shutter is screwed up. Took two shots yesterday and got an error message. Took it by a camera shop, the shutter is always in the open position. He said it is definately a mechanical problem and if I turn it into him it will take three weeks at least to fix. Of course I was asked to shoot a renewal of vows in 2 weeks. Well, now I may have an excuse to upgrsde the old D50 for a D90 or D300. Either way i would have to order the camera from the US and I am sure it would take at least three weeks too. Bummer.

I would love to have the D300 but not sure I can spring for the extra money. Anyone used both the D90 and D300 and have any thoughts to share? Anyone have an idea how much it might cost to repair my D50?

Ristyz

Apple iPhone 12 Pro

11/30/2008 03:19:36 AM · #2

Well, the good new is, it didn't quit in the middle of a job..... like mine! (thank goodness for back-up bodies! I lug around two full sets of gear always.)

I can't help you with your question, however. Not Nikon fluent. You might consider renting for the shoot so you can buy a little time to think about your decision. then get the 50 fixed and keep for a back-up. (my old 10D is still crankin'!)

ShutterPug

Canon EOS-6D

Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0L IS

11/30/2008 03:26:04 AM · #3

I agree with

Ristyz, rent one. If you can afford to, you may even want to rent both, and do a comparison that way.

Sony Sonnar T* 35mm f/2.8 ZA

11/30/2008 03:45:13 AM · #4

Unfortunately I live in the styx in Germany and I know of no shops that rent them. It was hard enough just to find somewhere that will service and repair a dslr and even then, they have to ship it off to somewhere else.

salmiakki

Apple iPhone 16 Pro

11/30/2008 03:57:25 AM · #5

I can't comment about the D90, but I can only give rave reviews about the D300. I am pretty sure the D90 is a wonderful camera, but I wonder if it has too many gimmicks. Do you really need the video and all the additional in camera editing settings/scene preset modes?

I think the primary advantage the D300 has over the D90 is the autofocus and metering. I don't expect there is much difference in noise handling since the D90 is a new camera, it surely must be as good if not better than the D300. If you can afford the D300, I think I would go with that.

spiritualspatula

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LX100

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

11/30/2008 01:23:46 PM · #6

Check out This Thread. It's about a user wondering about going from the D200 to the D300 and the advantages of that switch (IE, what people love and hate about the D300).
Also check here, where another user had the exact same dilemma (d90 vs d300).

Ubersteiny

Canon EOS-5D Mark II

Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM for Canon

11/30/2008 01:42:07 PM · #7

Why not source out a cheap d200?

spiritualspatula

Panasonic LUMIX DMC-LX100

Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

11/30/2008 02:08:50 PM · #8

I was also thinking the same thing, which is partially why the first thing I thought of was the d200 v d300 thread. I think either way it will be an improvement, but one big difference between the d50/90 and the 200/300 is the size and build of the body, which should definitely be considered in person if possible, because handling the two different series is required to really get an idea of the weight and size increase that you incur in switching.

12/01/2008 03:45:19 AM · #9

Thanks for the input. The d200 is not an option as I want the low light capability of the sensor in the D90 or D300. After doing alot of research it's all going to come down to budget and how long I can wait for another camera. I don't make a living from photography, but it seems like a part of me is missing right now, sigh. The video on the D90 really plays no part in my choice. I really would like the D300. The size isn't an issue. I like the fact that it is built tough and is more weather proof. I seems like the 300 is quicker to set on the fly with less searching through the menu (hated that on the d50). I'm just thinking that I need a camera soon and I am more than ready to up grade my d50. The d90 will be more than an upgrade and it's $600 cheaper and by the time I wear that one out I'm sure the d700 or something better in the future will be within my reach.

My wife is a quilter, has her own quilt shop, and teaches quilting. I asked her, what would you do if your sewing machine broke? She said quickly, I'd buy a new one...YES. Had to make her understand somehow.

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