I recall recentrly reading that prices on the D90 were falling rapidly, and
that the new models would soon supplant it.
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From: John Hudson [mailto:OM4T@xxxxxxxxxxx]
Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 8:12 AM
To: Olympus Camera Discussion
Subject: [OM] camera recommendation for a student
I have received the following message from my nephew-in-law in Maine
"...... I mentioned that my step-daughter Lynzee is keen on photography and
will be taking a photography class this year. She is required to get a
digital SLR camera and I was wondering if you'd be willing to recommend one
for us, or give us some guidelines on what we should be looking for?
Clearly we need to get one that will fulfill her requirements, but we do not
want to waste money on bells and whistles that she'll never use. I've
attached some pictures she has taken using a $150 point and click digital
camera. Currently she is looking at new low end Canon and Nikon models
($500-$600US). Would a low end model be sufficient or would you recommend
something a little better? Also, is it worth considering a second hand
camera or should we stick with something new with a warranty?"
The young lady is a first year college / university student. The point and
click camera photos referred to all suggest that she has a good eye for
composition, simplicity and creativity. A couple are in black and white and
I thought that they could fairly grace the photo gallery of Chris Crawford
for example and not look out of place.
I know nothing about Canon and Nikon DSLRs other than that they are
excellent brands with a wide range of lenses and attachments.
Does anyone have any ideas and recommendations?
jh
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