In case you're wondering why there are no photos posted as yet - it's because I'm still searching for a camera (my apologies)! Currently I own a cute little Nikon CoolPix S230 which only cost slighter under $200 when it was purchased, I think it makes a good compact digital camera however I've decided that it's time for me to move on to getting a DSLR - how exciting!
At the moment I'm trying to decide between either a Canon 7D or Nikon D7000 - both are similarly priced mid-range cameras from their respective manufacturers. The Nikon D7000 is available for purchase early November this year and costs around $2000AUD (body only), whilst the Canon 7D was released in 2009 and retailed for $2499 (body only) but has since come down in price and currently costs about the same as the D7000.
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There are a handful of differences between the two cameras which I really can't be bothered mentioning. Some have claimed that the Nikon D7000 is just as good as the Canon 7D at a few hundred dollars cheaper. One thing to take note of is the bodies (see picture below)- the Nikon D7000 does have an magnesium alloy body but only partially, whereas the Canon 7D boasts a full metal body all the way up to the lens mount.
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| Both camera bodies claim magnesium alloy body construction. Notice that the Canon's lens mount is bolstered by the magnesium alloy body. Left: Nikon D7000 Right: Canon 7D |
I know I can get these cameras cheaper online, but not sure if I'm willing to take the risk with expensive items such as these...grr, another decision to make! =)
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