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Canon EOS-60D
Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
 04/20/2014 12:21:05 PM · #1
My friends, I am happy to report that I've upgraded to the Canon 60D as of today after weighing the pros and cons (i.e. eating ramen for a couple of days a week). I used the Canon Loyalty Program, and I have to say, I'm pretty impressed with their service. I also got the kit's 18-135 lens, which, I think, is versatile enough for the shoots that I plan to use it for - macro and maybe portraits. I am not quite ready to buy a quality macro lens just yet, and I am puzzled by converters and extension tubes. Any thoughts on these?
 04/20/2014 12:34:19 PM · #2
congrats on the upgrade!
for doing macro stuff for now, stay away from converters and use the extension tubes. I have used the extension tubes and the results are pretty good. you will need to use a tripod and manual focus and have plenty of light. Using shutter lock up and a remote will help tremendously. since there are no optics in the extension tubes, you can get the lower cost ones. you can use them with any lens.
Canon R50
Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
04/20/2014 12:42:06 PM · #3
Originally posted by macwilyum:
I used the Canon Loyalty Program


I had no idea that existed. Now I know! I'll keep it in mind the next time I need to upgrade or replace my camera.

Thanks!
Canon EOS-60D
Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
 04/20/2014 12:53:18 PM · #4
Originally posted by LN13:
Originally posted by macwilyum:
I used the Canon Loyalty Program


I had no idea that existed. Now I know! I'll keep it in mind the next time I need to upgrade or replace my camera.

Thanks!


20% off for refurbished body/kit after trading in your broken/used canon camera. Mine came down to ~ $650 after tax + free shipping. Not bad for someone trying to save some dineros.
Canon EOS-60D
Canon EF 24-105mm f/4.0 L IS
 04/20/2014 06:28:11 PM · #5
Exciting! I upgraded from a T3 to a 60D last year...you are going to love it!!
Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III
Olympus 12-100mm f/4.0 M.Zuiko ED IS PRO
 04/20/2014 07:40:59 PM · #6
Originally posted by macwilyum:
I also got the kit's 18-135 lens, which, I think, is versatile enough for the shoots that I plan to use it for - macro and maybe portraits.

That is my most frequently used lens. Nice and sharp at all ranges. Not so expensive that I'll have a fit if something ill befalls it.
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