> > On Feb 21, 2006, at 7:24 AM, Rick Womer wrote:
> >
> >> I've been on the "digital fence" for some time, and
> >> had pretty much decided to buy the ist D successor
> >> when it becomes available.
If its the same size as the D2x's and MKII's, start lifting weghts.
> >>
> >> I'm getting itchy, though, since it doesn't look as
> >> though the new body will be here by summer.
My one and only rush digital purchase has been a disaster. Wait. You'll hear a
voice, then
you'll know
your ready.:-)
> >>
> >> In May and June, a niece is getting married, I'm going
> >> to GFM, my son is graduating from high school, and my
> >> wife and I will be traveling in Europe. That's 50
> >> rolls of Ektachrome right there, i.e. $500 with
> >> processing.
There will be a number of Dslr's at GFM, PDML Central. We dont mind sharing and
we play
well with
others, except Cotty. He's doing a time out this year.<g>
Don't forget cards, a laptop or two etc......:-)
> >>
> >> I'm really not sure how I will feel about the "digital
> >> workflow." It is possible that I will run screaming
> >> back to film. I really like my slides.
There are some who scream and STILL shot slides.LOL
> >>
> >> Soooo... I can probably pick up a used ist D for
> >> $700-800, looking at the recent prices on eBay and
> >> KEH.
Should be able to get a newer camera for that kind of money one would think.
Dave
>
