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TAGreptiles	Jan 1 2012, 01:44 AM Return to original view \| Post #1
taggyMY Moderator 1,874 posts Joined: Jan 2006 From: KUL, MY	Type of camera/lens/accesories : DSLR camera Budget : RM2500 MAX less is better Your Location : KL Preferable brand : Nikon Type of photography u want to do : Landscape and Macro Shots Any specific models in mind? : D90(second hand) or D5100 New I'm in a loop regarding these 2 models. Some of my friends recommend the D90 some D5100. Actually I'm more inclined towards the D90 as they average out around Rm2k for a 2nd hand kit. The kit lens is good 18-105mm and it comes the AF motor. While the D5100 is a newer model, HD video recording, and flippable LCD, but no AF motor. I'm concerned about picture quality and also the lens compatibility. I'm afraid that it would be expensive to buy lens with build in AF. Lens that i'm planning to get, Wide Angle, and macro lens. Personally i'm more inclined towards the D90 but is the D5100 a better choice? Classic question of New vs Old.
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TAGreptiles	Jan 1 2012, 05:00 PM Return to original view \| Post #2
taggyMY Moderator 1,874 posts Joined: Jan 2006 From: KUL, MY	So assuming that i'm getting a second hand D90, what should i check for? How much shutter count is considered as "low" and worth it to buy? :thanks:
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TAGreptiles	Jan 4 2012, 04:30 PM Return to original view \| Post #3
taggyMY Moderator 1,874 posts Joined: Jan 2006 From: KUL, MY	Just checking real quick here, anyone knows what to check for when purchasing a used DSLR? What signs of damage/wear and tear/ and stuff like that for me to look out for?
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TAGreptiles	Jan 5 2012, 12:48 PM Return to original view \| Post #4
taggyMY Moderator 1,874 posts Joined: Jan 2006 From: KUL, MY	QUOTE(Zhao @ Jan 4 2012, 05:24 PM) 1.Try shake around see got sound anot. 2.See got any mark /scratch that is very visible(if yes,maybe dropped b4). 3.Open up battery cover and check is there any water stain(if there is any sticker by manufacture) 4.Try pressing each button,and turn the wheel(if there is any). 5.Try removing the lens and check is there any mark on the sensor. 6.Shoot a over-expose picture to see if there any problem. 7.Keep playing with it.(see owner reaction, if he looks scared ,maybe there is something he is hiding.) 8.Repeat steps 1-7 for the lulz. 9.Enjoy yourself TEEHEE! some may be nonsense, but heres some tips . Owner FFKed me already. Wasted my time and effort.
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TAGreptiles	Jan 5 2012, 02:23 PM Return to original view \| Post #5
taggyMY Moderator 1,874 posts Joined: Jan 2006 From: KUL, MY	QUOTE(Ryou @ Jan 5 2012, 01:00 PM) Nevermind, you should be able to hunt one in the garage sales or and relevant forums. good luck! Any other forums to reccomend besides FTZ, photo malaysia, and LYN?
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