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Nguyen128
03-24-2010, 11:17 AM
It's time for a new camera getting a D90 since I need it for work now. But I was wondering is the D90 kit worth it or should I just buy the body instead? Trying to save a few bucks since I'm in the process of finishing up my car audio right now too. Like Chad mentioned in my first post on this I should be looking for a Nikon 60mm f/2.8D AF Micro-Nikkor Lens for work. But besides that it'll be used for just car photography. Suggestions guys?
boostedb16
03-28-2010, 11:21 PM
i would just get the body and get you a fast lens. i love my D90/17-55 2.8 combo.
Nerdsrock22
03-29-2010, 12:06 PM
i would just get the body and get you a fast lens. i love my D90/17-55 2.8 combo.

Yes, do this. Though I will say that I'm very pleased with my Sigma 24-70 2.8.
boostedb16
03-29-2010, 08:58 PM
Yes, do this. Though I will say that I'm very pleased with my Sigma 24-70 2.8.dude i kick my self in the ass for getting rid of my sigma 24-70. is yours the HSM version?
Tarzanman
03-30-2010, 01:07 PM
If you are just taking pictures of cars, then the kit lens will be suitable until you learn enough to know whether you'll benefit from a different lens. A prime (fixed focal length) lens isn't a bad idea either to learn with, but I would get a cheap one until you figure out where your dollars are best spent
Nerdsrock22
03-30-2010, 02:34 PM
dude i kick my self in the ass for getting rid of my sigma 24-70. is yours the HSM version?

To be honest, I'm not quite sure. I just got it in December if that helps.
CHADbee
03-30-2010, 02:39 PM
very few people are too much of a photographer for a D90 + 50mm f/1.8 combo.

but if you need a 60mm micro for work then i would suggest a 35mm f/1.8(about 200 bucks) to go along with it. the 50 and the 60 are just too close in focal.
2jdm4drift
03-30-2010, 03:14 PM
d90 and a nikon 18-200 2.8f and you would be set for a while, but get a fast prime and call it a day!
CHADbee
03-30-2010, 03:30 PM
nikon 18-200 2.8f
i would be set for life! please let me know where i can get one of these!!!!
Nerdsrock22
03-30-2010, 03:45 PM
d90 and a nikon 18-200 2.8f and you would be set for a while, but get a fast prime and call it a day!

Lies.

amirite?
2jdm4drift
03-30-2010, 04:08 PM
70-200mm idk what i was thinking...
2jdm4drift
03-30-2010, 04:13 PM
but my set ups are kinda ghey right now....
d50 sigma 18-200
d90 sigma ex 50-500
35mm
50mm
70-300<<< ghey!!
28-90 macro<<< droped it and it had some issues, but over all still works..

i'm working on getting nerdsrock's lens the 10-20mm
Nerdsrock22
03-30-2010, 04:17 PM
how big is that 50-500?
2jdm4drift
03-30-2010, 04:19 PM
http://www.amazon.com/Sigma-50-500mm-4-5-6-3-Telephoto-Nikon/dp/B003A6H2Y8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1269980320&sr=1-2
idk about 1/2 of your arm...
boostedb16
03-30-2010, 04:20 PM
The sigma 10-20 is my next lens.
boostedb16
03-30-2010, 04:22 PM
Nerdsrock, if your 24-70 is a 2.8 hsm and is a good copy. I would trade you my 17-55 2.8 for that and your 10-20.
2jdm4drift
03-30-2010, 04:28 PM
dude you jack ma 10-20 i will be pissed... dont undertrade me thats fucked up
Nerdsrock22
03-30-2010, 04:33 PM
Nerdsrock, if your 24-70 is a 2.8 hsm and is a good copy. I would trade you my 17-55 2.8 for that and your 10-20.

How can I tell if it's HSM? I'm actually really happy with it though, and I need the cash. I want a 70-200 to go with it.
2jdm4drift
03-30-2010, 04:35 PM
damn next friday i will have cash for you.. at the meet in newnan?
2jdm4drift
03-30-2010, 04:37 PM
hey know anyone that wants the d50 with the 18-200?
Nerdsrock22
03-30-2010, 04:47 PM
damn next friday i will have cash for you.. at the meet in newnan?

Sounds good.
2jdm4drift
03-30-2010, 04:48 PM
buy my d50!!!!
boostedb16
03-30-2010, 07:31 PM
dude you jack ma 10-20 i will be pissed... dont undertrade me thats fucked upTrading a nikon 17-55 for a sigma is far from undertrading. I was not trying to step on any toes but shit Everyman for his self lol
boostedb16
03-30-2010, 07:33 PM
And nerdsrock it will say it on the side. How much did you pay for it. That will tell me if it is or not.
Nerdsrock22
03-30-2010, 10:52 PM
And nerdsrock it will say it on the side. How much did you pay for it. That will tell me if it is or not.


Looks like it's just the EX DG
boostedb16
03-30-2010, 11:52 PM
the non hsm cost around $550.00 and the hsm one cost $899.00.
Nerdsrock22
03-31-2010, 08:48 AM
the non hsm cost around $550.00 and the hsm one cost $899.00.

It was a gift from my parents, so I'm not sure on the price, but it's not HSM. I love it though!
boostedb16
03-31-2010, 09:53 AM
Yea there nice