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TSDeathhunter
post Feb 1 2019, 03:13 AM, updated 7y ago

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This is my very 1st DSLR purchase so can anyone help please? I have a tight budget so how is this one ?
https://shopee.com.my/CANON-EOS-1300D-18-55...kEaAokSEALw_wcB
Fzeo
post Feb 1 2019, 05:03 AM

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buy used.

1400

used 60d
used kitlens
used 50mm

can get around 1400.


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post Feb 1 2019, 06:37 AM

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I have bought many used here on LYN, and they were all good. Still have one now after many years! Give it a try and have someone along who can test the unit.
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post Feb 1 2019, 10:31 AM

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QUOTE(Deathhunter @ Feb 1 2019, 03:13 AM)
This is my very 1st DSLR purchase so can anyone help please? I have a tight budget so how is this one ?
https://shopee.com.my/CANON-EOS-1300D-18-55...kEaAokSEALw_wcB
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What is the purpose of your purchase? Travel photography? Events? School work?
dvlzplayground
post Feb 2 2019, 12:12 AM

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Any reason why does it have to be a DSLR in the 1st place?
TSDeathhunter
post Feb 9 2019, 06:53 PM

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QUOTE(dvlzplayground @ Feb 1 2019, 10:12 PM)
Any reason why does it have to be a DSLR in the 1st place?
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Yes I study in graphic design & my lecturer asked me to buy DSLR for photography I & II courses, I can borrow from university too but I want whole freedom
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post Feb 10 2019, 12:45 AM

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QUOTE(Deathhunter @ Feb 9 2019, 06:53 PM)
Yes I study in graphic design & my lecturer asked me to buy DSLR for photography I & II courses, I can borrow from university too but I want whole freedom
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I don't see why you can't use a mirrorless camera or even a compact with manual shooting to study photography... don't think it has to be a DSLR.

But anyway the Canon 1300D is a decent start. I would suggest Sony A6000 instead if you can top up, much smaller and lighter.

But if budget is low, just buy a used one. See my signature heheh
mastering89
post Feb 10 2019, 02:38 PM

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QUOTE(Deathhunter @ Feb 9 2019, 06:53 PM)
Yes I study in graphic design & my lecturer asked me to buy DSLR for photography I & II courses, I can borrow from university too but I want whole freedom
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will u be using this everyday/weekly/once a week/per project?
buying for investment or requirement for course only?
planning to have side income? or getting return on investment.

if for course only, pinjam uni la
or share or pinjam from friend

planning to buy for temporary use
buy used camera

planning to use to generate income
buy new camera, used lenses.

all alternative to the above.
RENT, share among friends.
TSDeathhunter
post Feb 12 2019, 01:08 AM

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QUOTE(dvlzplayground @ Feb 9 2019, 10:45 PM)
I don't see why you can't use a mirrorless camera or even a compact with manual shooting to study photography... don't think it has to be a DSLR.

But anyway the Canon 1300D is a decent start. I would suggest Sony A6000 instead if you can top up, much smaller and lighter.

But if budget is low, just buy a used one. See my signature heheh
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I actually have an Olympus Pen series, I tried to use that but can not, I need to take bulb (light painting photos) those options are not there also for best slow shutter fast shutter those are not that effective, besides I thought if I get a DSLR then I might be able to work as a freelance photographer too tongue.gif

QUOTE(mastering89 @ Feb 10 2019, 12:38 PM)
will u be using this everyday/weekly/once a week/per project?
buying for investment or requirement for course only?
planning to have side income? or getting return on investment.

if for course only, pinjam uni la
or share or pinjam from friend

planning to buy for temporary use
buy used camera

planning to use to generate income
buy new camera, used lenses.

all alternative to the above.
RENT, share among friends.
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hey hehe yeah actually for these 2 courses yes but I am planning to work as a freelance photographer too,

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post Feb 12 2019, 10:45 PM

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You can buy used but make sure you check that the camera and lens does not have fungus.

 

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