what do you guys recommend??

[jthao]

from after reviewing everything, it seems like the D60 has some newer technologies over the D80, cuss the D60 just came out and the D80 came out a couple years already. None the less, the D80 still beats the D60 as far features goes.
So I went to ritz to try out both the cameras. I bought the D60 and played with a for about a day. then today I took the D60 back and traded it for the D80 to play with to see the difference. I can honestly say that I like the D80 better because it feels better in my hands (bigger). also it's a little more easier to use (more separate function buttons aperture/shutter speed, separately.) Also I noticed that in the time that I had the D60 (1 day/1night) it started acting up. the screen in the back would every now and then flicker, so I can't see what my aperture is set at or what shutter speed I'm shooting at. I think this may be a problem with the D60s, I'm not sure. anyways, I now have the D80 and I think I might just keep it, I like it so far.
thanks guys for all the info. I appreciate you guys all chiming in to help me. I'm glad I can rely on you guys to help me before I go and spend $1500 blindly. thanks again.

 

[TitusvileSurfer]

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=12746483#post12746483 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by jthao
Also I noticed that in the time that I had the D60 (1 day/1night) it started acting up. the screen in the back would every now and then flicker, so I can't see what my aperture is set at or what shutter speed I'm shooting at. I think this may be a problem with the D60s, I'm not sure

No offense meant, but the problem was likely you. Don't be so quick to blame a camera for issues when it is probably doing just what you told it to without even realizing it.

 

[jthao]

no offense taken. the D60 is great.... and I know that I'm a newb so as far as picture taken, it's my fault I'm not very good yet. but the issue with the screen is a common thing with the D60, the guy at ritz told me this. I guess that some d60s have "bugs" in it, and I got one that has it. so when I took it back in, I was really going to just exchange it for another D60, but I was like "heck, if I can exchange it for a d80, why not?" so I did, and now I really like the d80, how it feels and the ease of use. I was planning originally that if I didn't like the d80 I would take it back for another D60, since I have 30days to juggle around with it, but looks like at the moment, I'm sticking with the D80.

 

[jthao]

I'll post some pics later if I get the chance.

 

[TitusvileSurfer]

Well I'm glad you've found something you like. Good luck to you.

 

[jthao]

I just installed the upload program onto my laptop, so here's a couple of pics. My first dslr camera, so not as good as you guys of course. all taken with nikkor 18-55 afs/vr lens, and of course nikon D80.
here's my favorite fish:
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here's my tubs blues:
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here's a few pics I took around my house, one is of a middle school I play soccer at.
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all taken in manual mode with different shutter/aperture speed for each one. sorry for the crappy pictures guys, I have a lot to learn. thanks all for helping me select this camera.

 

[Nuuze]

Off to a good start here jthao! I think my first manual mode pics weren't as good as yours.

I just picked up a Nikkor 50mm 1.8d lens today to play with. Although an older lens I hear a lot of raves about it.

 

[TitusvileSurfer]

You seem to be doing well. If you have any other questions just ask.

 

[jthao]

thanks mike!! how you liking that 50mm 1.8d lens?
thanks titusvilesurfer......... you've been a great help!!! I'm sure I'll be asking you for more advice later. thanks again.

 

[Nuuze]

The lens is quite nice! Very fast and sharp for a $100 prime lens. I haven't had too much time to play with it much since I been busy running around.