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Welcome to TDUCk!

That looks like a really fun race :)

Not a bad update. I like the new colours and hopefully it turns out to be much less sluggish than the old one.

I think it would be cool if we had a setting that gives us the option of posting in a certain font and colour the whole time. For example, Penfold likes posting in orange text, it would be better if there was an option that automatically changes all of his posts to orange text instead of him having to manually change it. This is a cool feature I saw on Prohibit's forum.

I've heard that a lot.

How long ago did you get the 450D? Are you looking to upgrade bodies/lenses anytime soon?

Umm I don't know if it's compulsory to have it labelled but I think the yellow indicators are just part of another type of model (RS) or something. The indicators must be yellow over here i guess.

Took a photo because I was extremely surprised to see one within a few miles of my house. 31102010812 by TopGear1Stig, on Flickr 31102010811 by TopGear1Stig, on Flickr

This is all making sense so far. I've liked looking at the the xxD range but what i'm thinking is since the 40D is late 2007, I want it to last me quite a while. So that's why it's probably got to be the 50D if anything in that prosumer range. I want to start with something that is really good and lasts me a while and then i can make my way up with bodies (lenses) etc. Thanks EyeKatcher, It's good to hear that there's not a lot of difference between the 550D and the 500D. And another good thing about the xxD series Queen is the magnesium alloy body instead of plastic. It'd give me peace of mind of owning something that's not crappy but... better than plastic? Lol.

Welcome Rafa!

I was waiting for Spongeh to make one but nevermind :D Happy birthday Jazzi! Hope it's a great day for you!

Nice job Koeni!

Hey guys. Prepare for a long story :D Recently I have been wanting a DSLR real bad. Everyone who contributes to the photography section has inspired me to look into getting a new camera and to take better photos. I'm really excited! I first started looking at the 1000D. This was ballpark how much I could spend on a camera at the time (few months ago). It seemed amazing for me at the time but as time went on it seemed it was getting outdated and crappier compared to the other line ups in Canon's range. So, I shifted my attention to a higher ranked section of Canon's range. I started to look at the 2009 500D and the (possibly) the 2010 550D. These camera seemed much more like what I wanted with full HD recording and heaps of cool features. Basically I wanted to take photos of cars (obviously), scenic views, and just mostly the stuff that people here take pictures of. It's pretty difficult for me because none of my friends are into photography so I couldn't get any info off them, and my family aren't into photography either. So all my info has to come from the internet. I was looking at the 500D as a potential camera and I've asked my parents for Christmas and they said that they can probably get me something like that. I have been looking at ebay and all that where it's much cheaper so I just wanted to say ebay is not out of the picture. Last night I was talking to Mark (TDU 505) and he helped me immensely to learn about what I need and want from a first time DSLR buyer. But he opened even more options for me. He said that a 40D (2007) was as good, if not better than a 500D or 550D. And I said that it was probably a little old. But after that I started looking at 50D's. The 50D is much better made than the Canon mid-range model cameras due to it being built from a magnesium alloy instead of plastic. The 50D is from late 2008 and supposedly is a much better camera without video recording. This is my dilemma. There are potentially at least 4 models of cameras that I could own. All have different specs and price ranges. Here's a detailed explanation of prices: 500D with 18-55mm IS lens = Definitely affordable $700-$800AUD 550D with 18-55 IS lens = Possibly (havent asked parents if I can go another $200AUD yet) 50D Body ($900AUD) + Lens 18-55 lens ($100)= About $1000 if I personally buy the lens Keep in mind that the 50D might be a little expensive. I'm not really sure what I'm asking here but I need a little bit of guidance. Is it worth me getting a prosumer (50D) camera as a first camera so it can last me a while? And how good is the 550D compared to the 500D? I appreciate any replies, just post your ideas and thought about what I should do. Thanks in advance for the help. :D

Welcome to TDUCk!

Do you take your camera clothes shopping? :lol:

I love that train shot! Great photo! :D

That is really interesting. Good luck on finding a replacement from Logitech.

Nice shot Discipulo! Looks like an awesome event with some sweet cars.

500 is a really nice car. Just a little bit girly if it's not the Abarth in my opinion.

Happy birthday. Haven't seen you round here in a while?

Well it depends how long you've been in the beta before. Maybe I got up earlier than you to play :)

Welcome to TDUCk! :hi:

Still waiting on those trailers Lee. :rolleyes:

I totally agree. Plastic is not the option.