Old new photographer

Discussion in 'Say Hello!' started by cheapo, Aug 7, 2022.

  1. cheapo

    cheapo New Member

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    Location:
    Exeter
    Equipment:
    Canon EOS4000D with Canon 18-55 kit lens and Sigma 70-300 Telephoto
    Canon SX500 IS
    Hi all,
    I did start when I was about 18 yrs of age with a Yashica FX3 birthday present from dad. So now, 49 years later, I'm going to have another go. Found some great value used camera gear on Ebay . EOS 4000D including kit 18-55 lens, original battery charger, Sigma 70-300 tele, Canon 430EX flash, all in a cheapo camera bag, but included was a Prima Photo 1.45mtr tripod in it's original carry bag.
    The EOS was described as having 'marks' two of the screen edges, which turned out to be mould. But I guess if I keep it dry, it should be ok. Paid £225 all in, so I'm not complaining.
    Plus I can see little screws around the casing, so maybe I'll have a go at cleaning it up once our UK baked summer ends. And I have a food de-hydrator for 3D printing filament, so I might use that at 40deg for a few hours to dry out the parts.
    I'll be of out for a walkabout on the Dawlish coast to see what I can snap later today. Wish me luck!
     

  2. Craig Sherriff

    Craig Sherriff Well-Known Member Site Supporter

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    Location:
    Tasmania, Australia
    Equipment:
    60D, 10D, 50D 1dmark3, T70, AV1, lenses ranging from 28mm to 600 mm, canonet Junior, Canonet QL 25, Mamiya C3 and 3 lens sets,Mamiya 645 pro TL and 3 lenses. Pentax MG and various lenses, Toyoview 4 * 5 inch large format camera,Calimat C1 8*10 inch ultra large format camera.
    Welcome to the forum, Cheapo. As you have realized, you don't need expensive gear to enjoy photography.
     
  3. cheapo

    cheapo New Member

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    Location:
    Exeter
    Equipment:
    Canon EOS4000D with Canon 18-55 kit lens and Sigma 70-300 Telephoto
    Canon SX500 IS
    Thanx Craig, I have purchased one or two cameras over the years, but really only for snaps. Then I got an iPhone 11pro and have used it for similar fun. Hmm, I wonder if I'll find any green grass?
     
  4. johnsey

    johnsey Site Moderator Staff Member Site Supporter

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    Location:
    Fargo, ND
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    5dMk4, 5dsR, 5dMk2, 20D, 70-200 2.8L IS, 100mm 2.8 Macro USM, 50mm 1.4, 85mm 1.8, 17-40mm 4.0L, TS-E 24mm 3.5L II, Rokinon 14mm 2.8; Pixma Pro-100
    Hello and welcome to the forums Cheapo!
     
  5. GDN

    GDN Well-Known Member

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    Location:
    South Island, NZ
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    A little Canon stuff
    Hello and welcome to the forum.

    Gary
     

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