This is quoted from Vincent Oliver's photo-I website. Presented FYI only, not necessarily to make any particular point.
--Mike >>>>>>>>> Canon's response to D60 rumours Here is a copy of an email that I received from Canon UK "Canon has exhausted all supplies of the EOS-D60 with further supplies no longer available. This situation has arisen as a result of the enormous popularity of this model which has significantly exceeded our expectations globally. As yet, we have not issued an official discontinuation notice because there is still some stock in the channel with some of our dealers and retailers. Unfortunately we are unable to clarify at this stage when a replacement model will be available but as soon as we know, we will communicate product details in the normal manner (i.e press release/launch)." end Gone are the days when new camera models would last for at least three years, now it seems the shelf life of any digital camera is 12 months maximum. As far as the customer is concerned this can be quite frustrating, especially if you like to be seen with the latest gear or need to be reassured your equipment will still have a reasonable re-sale value. But the positive side of all this is that manufacturers are producing higher specified equipment that utilises the very latest chip technology at an affordable price. I know of several professional photographers who are waiting for the ultimate camera to hit the shelves before they take the digital plunge. I can hear them all saying, �Don�t buy now, something better will be here in six months time�. Well this was said to me at least four years ago and those photographers are still saying the same thing. So when should you buy? Buy now, a new model will always be in development and you will never be able to keep up with the latest gear. I purchased a digital SLR a couple of years ago, it�s only 2.7 mp and I use it every day. Just because the manufacturer has launched three new models since, doesn�t mean my SLR is useless � far from it. We are all putting too much emphasis on higher pixel counts, full frame CCDs etc. Perhaps we should accept what is available and produce stunning pictures with our cameras, What are your views? use the photo-i forum and let us know. Vincent Oliver www.photo-i.co.uk <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
