Thread: Time to get a new camera

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No need here for the full frame format, or print large photos . My pictures are displayed via computer or posted online, so mid range DSLR is where the primary intreats lies. I do want sharp crisp photos that is a must, the ability to shoot low light and timed exposures, a reason for the DSLR quest.

Looked over Costco's prices I see no note worthy advantage in the pricing compared to other photography resources. On some camera models they are the same within pennies of the manufactures quotes.

I thank all for the input always good to read what folks like and the reasons for that.

Originally Posted by pepi

Looked over Costco's prices I see no note worthy advantage in the pricing compared to other photography resources. On some camera models they are the same within pennies of the manufactures quotes.

This morning I sent one of my boys the Costo listing of all digital cameras, and pointed out the Sony a5100 package, and right beside it the Canon SL1 which both have deep discounts, bringing them to $699 w/ two lenses and free shipping. I think that's pretty far below the manufacturer's pricing on both of those, but I may be wrong... I noticed that the final price is not shown until you click the item, then the sale price pops in.

Originally Posted by rspears

This morning I sent one of my boys the Costo listing of all digital cameras, and pointed out the Sony a5100 package, and right beside it the Canon SL1 which both have deep discounts, bringing them to $699 w/ two lenses and free shipping. I think that's pretty far below the manufacturer's pricing on both of those, but I may be wrong... I noticed that the final price is not shown until you click the item, then the sale price pops in.

Sorry did not mention that Nikon is on the radar.

Originally Posted by pepi

Sorry did not mention that Nikon is on the radar.

If your need fits their bundle packages their discounts on the Nikon packages are pretty good, too. My son is looking at the Nikon D7100, but he already has a good DX telephoto, so the package with two lenses doesn't really fit for him. He may end up going to Nikon direct and looking at their refurbished D7100 for a $100 discount on the body only, still carrying full warranty, and then looking for a fixed length lens for every day use (new baby coming).

I'll drop out of this one now....