guys, thinking of getting a 2nd hand 400D for the girlfriend.. anyone has any pointers on what to look out for on a 2nd hand body and lens? as well as symptoms to avoid? obvious physical defects non withstanding of course..

hahah.. it just happens i stumbled upon a really good deal for the 400D.. and she loves to mess around with mine anyways, so no worries about it being too heavy/messy etc.. any ideas on what boo boo-s to look out for in a 2nd hand cam?

so guys, anything to look out for while checking out a 2nd hand body before taking the plunge? shutter count is the only thing i know.. anything else?

just got quoted RM 140 for the repair of my autofocus for my kitlens.. now contemplating to get something new instead... opinions guys?

looking at either Tammy 17-50 2.8 VC new, or a Canon 18-200 2nd hand or hole out for abit and get the 17-40 L

all almost the same price right?

yeah.. but the 18-200 will give you the extra focus length when you need it.. (is this me being greedy?)

then there's the L

always thought the 200 would be good 'in case'.. the L is not too bad.. at 2800 brand new.. thinking of going 2nd hand.. should be about circa 2400?

eh? then for 450D can also ah?