NPOCP - Canon EOS 20D (Calling Zippy and ttyymmnn)

"Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif" (lumpy44)
07/26/2014 at 21:59 • Filed to: cameras

Looking like I can get one without a lense for about 50 bucks. Looks like it is in great condition! Is this a good price? I think Zippy and ttyymmnn have these if I can remember from the photo blog!

DISCUSSION (19)

Dsscats > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/26/2014 at 22:04

Nice price.

Gamecat235 > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/26/2014 at 22:30

amazing price.

Zipppy, Mazdurp builder, Probeski owner and former ricerboy > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/26/2014 at 22:47

These are easily worth about $100 for the body alone, so definitely a Nice price.

phenotyp > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/26/2014 at 23:29

Nice price for sure.

Zipppy, Mazdurp builder, Probeski owner and former ricerboy > Zipppy, Mazdurp builder, Probeski owner and former ricerboy
07/27/2014 at 00:22

Also, if you're looking for lenses, be sure to get one with an EF or EF-S lens mount.

Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif > Zipppy, Mazdurp builder, Probeski owner and former ricerboy
07/27/2014 at 01:40

I known there are tons of options for lenses but how much for a decent one? Will only those lenses work with that camera?

Zipppy, Mazdurp builder, Probeski owner and former ricerboy > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/27/2014 at 01:57

Those mounts are fairly common, and the lens is the most expensive part of a camera, I have a 70-200mm Sigma EX telephoto lens worth $800 on my 20D, it is very good for sports and action. On average, a new everyday lens would cost $200-$500, It all depends on what the purpose is. This is a good guide:

http://www.cameralabs.com/lenses/lens_bu…

Stephen the Canuck > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/27/2014 at 21:17

Sounds like a good price. Make sure it comes with the battery and charger. Ask the seller to have it charged when you go look at it, so you can turn it on and play around with it and test it out. See if you can get/borrow a lens to check if the autofocus works.

Grab something like this; http://www.amazon.com/Autofocus-Digi…

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It's a good starter lens, and has some accessories. I've seen the lens by itself listed online for as low as $70 used.

Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif > Stephen the Canuck
07/27/2014 at 21:50

Actually talked to my dad and he has some old canon stuff that he said I could have. Awaiting a reply from the seller if I can come look at it. A few lenses also on the local Kijiji for less than 100 bucks. Thanks for the tips! Anyway I can get authorship on the photography kinja?

Stephen the Canuck > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/27/2014 at 22:47

That would be awesome if you get the old stuff. Most of it will probably work out for you. Pretty much any lens will be good to get started with. No problem. I'm glad to help out.

I'll share your post to Photo Kinja, and hopefully one of the mods will see your comment and add you. I wish I had the power.

iforgotmyburnerkeyonce > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/28/2014 at 20:06

Depends on what application you need it for. I have a 50mm f/1.8 that cost me $150 (it's the older version with a metal mount), a 35mm f/2 that cost $300ish, an 80-200mm f/2.8L (another oldie but goodie) which runs for $800-$900 if you can find one, a 300mm f/4L IS USM, $1400, and my baby, an 85mm f/1.2L II USM, running somewhere around $2,000 new.

My personal preference is that unless it's a top-end lens, I'll just buy it used. Keh.com is your best friend in this regard. Primes will be cheaper than zooms at the low end, unless you're looking at really, really old zooms.

For super cheap to start you off, I'd grab a 50mm f/1.8 II ($125) or a 40mm f/2.8 STM ($175ish?). No zoom on those, but they've got fast apertures and force you to think about composure because you can't just zoom in.

iforgotmyburnerkeyonce > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/28/2014 at 20:33

Also, I finally got to my computer, so you've got authorship on the Photography Kinja now!

Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif > iforgotmyburnerkeyonce
07/28/2014 at 20:45

Thanks! Hoping I can get this camera and a lense so I can join in!

iforgotmyburnerkeyonce > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/28/2014 at 21:00

I also threw in my $0.02 in the other thread you had going. That being said, the 20D isn't a bad choice for an entry point!

Stephen the Canuck > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/28/2014 at 23:14

Did you get it? I just picked one up today too. Didn't come with a battery or charger, so I ordered some from Amazon. So I have to wait two weeks to be able to play with it.

Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif > Stephen the Canuck
07/28/2014 at 23:15

No response from the seller. Why do people not let me give them money!

Stephen the Canuck > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/28/2014 at 23:31

Silly sellers. Still looking eh? Kijiji is pretty awesome.

Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif > Stephen the Canuck
07/28/2014 at 23:35

I really prefer Kijiji to Craigslist. If only there was more then 5 cameras on Kijiji.

Stephen the Canuck > Lumpy44, Proprietor Of Fine Gif
07/28/2014 at 23:41

I've rarely even looked at Craigslist. I'm going to guess that's not the exact count, but I get what you mean. My local Kijiji (Oshawa/Durham in the GTA) doesn't have to many interchangeable lens cameras under $200.