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Nov 25, 2008 | 06:50 PM

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For example I shot this picture at 1/80 as we were doing about 80mph on the parkway...

Nov 25, 2008 | 06:51 PM

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Nice tutorial!! Alvin

Nov 25, 2008 | 07:11 PM

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I would never use 1600 ISO, it's going to give way too much noise like you see in the picture. Also what lens were you using? This situation requires a pretty pricy lens to get a really clean shot

no, it was somewhat of an acciental shot. i was trying to play with a either a slow or rear flash, but i didnt check the setting before i took the picture..

Nov 29, 2008 | 11:31 AM

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For example I shot this picture at 1/80 as we were doing about 80mph on the parkway...

I like this tip, gotta try it sometimes

Nov 29, 2008 | 11:58 AM

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Awsome!! Thanks for taking the time to post this info.

Nov 30, 2008 | 05:06 PM

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So where are the best places to buy cameras on the net?

Nov 30, 2008 | 05:19 PM

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ebay at the moment with live cashback...but b&h is reliable as well...amazon is great...

Nov 30, 2008 | 05:27 PM

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i just went to nikons website and read this:

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Fast, accurate 3-area auto focus: The D40's advanced 3-area AF system and the refined algorithms inherited from more advanced Nikon digital SLR cameras deliver fast, efficient and precise auto focus. AF refinements deliver greater precision with fast, more consistent subject acquisition and improved focus tracking for consistently sharper pictures.

if i were to purchase a camera, (new or used) i assume i should look for a lense kit that comes along with it? - any suggestions on those if i went with a nikon

Nov 30, 2008 | 05:30 PM

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Alvinhuyn, thank you so much for doing this write up. I really appreciate the time and effort you put in to this.

Nov 30, 2008 | 05:34 PM

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personally i would go a step up from the d40 or go with the canon xsi with kit lens...before you dump a lot of money into photography get a basic kit with a decent flash and go from there...

Nov 30, 2008 | 06:23 PM

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good info for the n00bs!

Nov 30, 2008 | 06:27 PM

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i just went to nikons website and read this:

if i were to purchase a camera, (new or used) i assume i should look for a lense kit that comes along with it? - any suggestions on those if i went with a nikon

i chose to buy a used nikon d50 over the d40 because of the d40 only having 3 AF points and the fact you have to AF-S lens with built-in focus motors, like the OP said this makes your choices on lens more expensive and limited. save yourself the money, buy a used d50(about $400) and them go buy a 50mm 1.8 for 100 bucks and with some practice you can get pretty decent results....

Nov 30, 2008 | 06:35 PM

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I say buy what is in your price range for now. Photography is expensive and through the years you will acquire alot of lenses and possibly bodies. If you spend over 3k on something now and come to find out that this profession is not for you, then you have wasted money. B&H is who I buy from for all my gear, good luck!

Nov 30, 2008 | 06:37 PM

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and if you are on a budget(like me) try KEH.com they sell used equipment and are really honest and trustworthy about the grade of stuff they sell.

Nov 30, 2008 | 07:32 PM

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Alvinhuyn, thank you so much for doing this write up. I really appreciate the time and effort you put in to this.

No problem bro.

As for questions about the camera. I agree with what other members are suggesting.

1. Avoid the D40. It's just not worth it without the built-in Autofocus
2. Get a slightly used camera from ebay. For ~$450-$550 shipped you can get a Nikon D50 or Canon XTi used in good condition or a reburbished one. That would be the best choice.
3. Keep in mind you'll also have to spend money on necessary acessories such as a good carrying bag, 4 gig or higher worth of good quality memory car (no ebay knock offs - you will risk losing your pictures), a CP (circular polarizer) and a UV Filter, also i you can afford it an extra battery is a life saver

- I got 3 batteries for my XSi

...all charged up and ready to go...just in case

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