D40 v D60

[IluvJae]

So now that I work at best buy and I know the D40 is discontinued, I think my discount was like 330 or something around there for the camera (I have to look again), so i figured why not purchase one when i'm eligible to use my discount. I've read that the D60 is sort of a downgraded version of the D40 just with more megapixels. I don't plan on shooting gigantoid pictures and i'm a camera n00b so i'll be doing alot and alot and even more reading. Which would you recommend.

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[CRAIGHIMSELF]

My buddy just ordered a D90. Im getting a D12.

[scotttharobot]

D40. The smaller sensor is actually an advantage... stays much cleaner at high ISO's. Plus, dealing with the file size of 10.2MP images gets old quickly. Plus, D40 is cheaper.

For lenses, I'd get the 18-55VR, 55-200VR, and the 35mm f/1.8 DX.

[dj02]

what kind of discount do you get with the d60?

[Draconius]

How about you buy a discounted d90, and buy my d40 and I shell you some more $$$ for the 90

I LOVE my d40, but once I got around to learning it and using it more I do find it's missing things that the d90 offers (using non-af lenses for one), however the d40 is SUPER compact and light for the power you get out of it.

[IluvJae]

Originally Posted by dj02

what kind of discount do you get with the d60?

I didn't look at the D60. I just found the SKU for the D40 in the ad while i was sitting around bored and wanted to find out what the Employee Pricing for it was. Next time i work though isn't until next thursday. So i'll get the exact pricing for the D40,D60,D90 well pretty much every Nikon DSLR

[dj02]

let me know if you get any kind of deals on the canon 50d and the 430exII flash

[Chefboiali]

Originally Posted by dj02

let me know if you get any kind of deals on the canon 50d and the 430exII flash

You still lookin' for a flash? If you'd taken $5 out of each paycheck since the first time you brought that up, you'd have one by now.

[dj02]

Originally Posted by Chefboiali

You still lookin' for a flash? If you'd taken $5 out of each paycheck since the first time you brought that up, you'd have one by now.

eh just looking for a good deal, im not in desperate need of one right now. if anything i need a new body mine got stolen, dont ask long story just know never take your eyes off your shit not even for 30sec. ive been shooting with the gf's xs and while its nice i need more! not bad for a backup tho.

[whoaitslen2]

Ah man that sucks bro. I hope it was insured and doesnt effect your daily grind too much.

Im thinking of working at BB for the holidays for that employee discount myself.

[Chefboiali]

Originally Posted by dj02

eh just looking for a good deal, im not in desperate need of one right now. if anything i need a new body mine got stolen, dont ask long story just know never take your eyes off your shit not even for 30sec. ive been shooting with the gf's xs and while its nice i need more! not bad for a backup tho.

Ugh. Sorry, Cuz. If I come across anything, I got you.

[dj02]

Originally Posted by whoaitslen2

Ah man that sucks bro. I hope it was insured and doesnt effect your daily grind too much.

Im thinking of working at BB for the holidays for that employee discount myself.

sigh, i wish it was i would have a new body by now. but everything from my lights to my lenses and the gf's xs are all insured now.

Originally Posted by Chefboiali

Ugh. Sorry, Cuz. If I come across anything, I got you.

:hug:

[jaymar88]

Damn that sucks Vin.... Maybe I should get insurance on my camera and shit

[dj02]

Originally Posted by jaymar88

Damn that sucks Vin.... Maybe I should get insurance on my camera and shit

i would highly recommend it.

[sinthetiq]

get the d40!

[IluvJae]

Originally Posted by dj02

let me know if you get any kind of deals on the canon 50d and the 430exII flash

For the 50D do you need just the body or the kit as well? I work tomorrow and can let you know what the emp discount is for it.

[Draconius]

Are you able to buy multiple items?

ie buy shit for friends, does BB care? There is a camera the fiance and I are looking into for our honeymoon so we can shoot underwater...any ideas on prices for the Olympus Stylus Tough-8000 and Stylus 1030 SW?

[IluvJae]

Originally Posted by Draconius

Are you able to buy multiple items?

ie buy shit for friends, does BB care? There is a camera the fiance and I are looking into for our honeymoon so we can shoot underwater...any ideas on prices for the Olympus Stylus Tough-8000 and Stylus 1030 SW?

I can buy multiple items. It just has to be a purchase for me or my wife. If i bought it for someone else, it would have to be a gift.

Also, I can see the Stylus Tough 8k on the website but not the 1030SW. If you can find it just send me the SKU and i'll add it to my list of items.

[dj02]

Originally Posted by IluvJae

For the 50D do you need just the body or the kit as well? I work tomorrow and can let you know what the emp discount is for it.

both please

[Draconius]

Originally Posted by IluvJae

I can buy multiple items. It just has to be a purchase for me or my wife. If i bought it for someone else, it would have to be a gift.

Also, I can see the Stylus Tough 8k on the website but not the 1030SW. If you can find it just send me the SKU and i'll add it to my list of items.

Just the tough 8000 then. I haven't seen the 1030sw either.

Thanks holmes

[IluvJae]

D40 w/Kit Best buy price is $499.99 Emp discount is $441.46
D60 w/Kit Best Buy Price is $599.99 Emp. Discount is $529.28
D3000 w/Kit Best Buy Price is $599.99 Emp. Discount is $529.16

Canon 50D Body Best Buy Price is $1,199.99 Emp Discount is $1,075.77
Canon 50D w/Kit Best Buy Price is $1,349.99 Emp Discount is $1,248.83
Canon Speedlite 430EXII Best Buy Price is $299.99 Emp Discount is $277.83

Stylus Tough 8000 Best Buy Price is $379.99 Emp Discount is $312.79

[Draconius]

wow...that's your ED? I would have though it was greater amounts off.

Now if the fiance and I really wanted to get the Olympus would you be able to or no?

[IluvJae]

Originally Posted by Draconius

wow...that's your ED? I would have though it was greater amounts off.

Now if the fiance and I really wanted to get the Olympus would you be able to or no?

The discount is what Best Buy pays + 5%. So they make little money off alot of stuff, it's accessories and service plans they do.

You'd have to wait until I hit my 30 day mark. Then I can purchase it and send it to you. I'd probably purchase it in Delaware so I can save on taxes.

[å]

Nikon D40 w. DX 18-55mm f3.5-5.6 G ED --- 419.99
http://www.blackphoto.com/blacks/jum...jsp?prdId=4040

out of stock tho... so thats gone... not sure if you can price match anymore

[End of Eternity]

i'm looking to buy either a d40 or a d3000, was wondering if the newer d3000 was worth the extra $... figured i'd just toss this here instead of making a new thread

what do you guys think?

[jaymar88]

Jae - D40 kit is clearance here at my local target for 419+tax.

[IluvJae]

Originally Posted by End of Eternity

i'm looking to buy either a d40 or a d3000, was wondering if the newer d3000 was worth the extra $... figured i'd just toss this here instead of making a new thread

what do you guys think?

When i saw the price for the D60 and D3000 I was thinking the same thing

Originally Posted by jaymar88

Jae - D40 kit is clearance here at my local target for 419+tax.

Hmmm, might have to check out my local target. Jasmine gets a discount there for being an employee

[bluetwo]

The D40 is awesome! Of course I am a little biased seeing as how I'm selling one with an extra lens and other accessories.

[å]

Originally Posted by End of Eternity

i'm looking to buy either a d40 or a d3000, was wondering if the newer d3000 was worth the extra $... figured i'd just toss this here instead of making a new thread

what do you guys think?

bump.. im looking at the d3000 too... anybody handle one of these babies?