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.