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p.1 #1 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

My daughter returned to college this morning and last night I got this question...

"Dad, when I took your other camera (30D plus Tamron 17-50) to Miami last time I was home it took such good pictures. Do you mind if I borrow it when I go back to school tomorrow?"

Question 1 - could any father here say no to this question?

Question 2 - is it now gone forever?

Question 3 - if the answer to 2 is yes, can I now declare it to be next Christmases present hence nothing under the tree for her on 12/25/2009?

I really love that Tamron lens and I generally do not drink in the morning but my Budweiser is being diluted as I type

Mar 08, 2009 at 02:24 PM

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p.1 #2 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

My neice would ask me to pass the camera (20d) from when she was three anytime something caught her eye. I could never say no.

I doubt i would be able to in your situation either.

I'm guessing if you make the christmas deal you will break it anyway but go right ahead.

Mar 08, 2009 at 02:30 PM

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p.1 #3 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

John Power wrote:
My daughter returned to college this morning and last night I got this question...

"Dad, when I took your other camera (30D plus Tamron 17-50) to Miami last time I was home it took such good pictures. Do you mind if I borrow it when I go back to school tomorrow?"

Question 1 - could any father here say no to this question?

No, you can't...and the only answer is---YES !

Question 2 - is it now gone forever?

Yes, it's final, no return.

And be prepared she might ask something else later when she's home next time, the 85/1.2 etc...

Question 3 - if the answer to 2 is yes, can I now declare it to be next Christmases present hence nothing under the tree for her on 12/25/2009?

Maybe....but you can put something under the tree for yourself....

I really love that Tamron lens and I generally do not drink in the morning but my Budweiser is being diluted as I type

You should be pround of your girl of having interest at photography.

My daughter never touchs my photo-gears, if she aked for something, I would be very happy, but she does love her G10 though...

Mar 08, 2009 at 02:42 PM

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p.1 #4 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

Weight and size are a real issue for kids. I think 19 is still a kid isn't it? I think the 30D is a good introduction into DSLRs because while it is more bulky than the typical digicam, it is not so big and heavy that it is just a PITA to carry (like my 1DSMK2 and 70-200 2.8).

Mar 08, 2009 at 02:52 PM

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p.1 #5 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

oh yeah the 30D is gone forever

Just be happy she wants to get into photography.

Q3. I doubt you will get away with nothing under the tree. Maybe she will want a nice canon compatable product under there.

Mar 08, 2009 at 03:12 PM

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p.1 #6 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

Buy her a kit lens, keep your Tammy, and say goodbye to your 30D. Things 'get lost' at school. Are they insured?

It's great that she appreciates good camera gear.

Mar 08, 2009 at 03:22 PM

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p.1 #7 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

No, Yes and No (but a damn fine effort)

I hear a 5Dmk2 calling your name though

Mar 08, 2009 at 03:27 PM

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p.1 #8 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

No

Yes

No

Mar 08, 2009 at 03:45 PM

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p.1 #9 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

1. yes (and yes, I have kids, including 1 daughter and 3 stepdaughters)
2. no - see #1 above.

Now, if you're looking for a reason to buy new gear on the other hand.......

Mar 08, 2009 at 03:55 PM

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p.1 #10 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

Time to get yourself a 5DMK2?

Seriously, I let my high school and college age kids borrow my camera gear all the time, 5 or 1 series, L lenses. They need to learn to take care of expensive items, and they can do much more damage with their cars.

Jerry

Mar 08, 2009 at 04:02 PM

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p.1 #11 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

John Power wrote:
My daughter returned to college this morning and last night I got this question...

"Dad, when I took your other camera (30D plus Tamron 17-50) to Miami last time I was home it took such good pictures. Do you mind if I borrow it when I go back to school tomorrow?"

Question 1 - could any father here say no to this question?

Question 2 - is it now gone forever?

Question 3 - if the answer to 2 is yes, can I now declare it to be next Christmases present hence nothing under the tree for her on 12/25/2009?

I really love that Tamron lens and I generally do not drink in the morning but my Budweiser is being diluted as I type

As a bartender in my youth, I was quite used to people crying in their beer. What ticked me off was when they complained it was too salty afterward.

My daughter is almost 40, and shows no interest in photography. So no worries there.

Send her off with the kit, and consider it tuition in the school of hard knocks, knowing you will just have to buy another lens. Consider both total losses. I just bought a 17-50 (should be here tomorrow) but it is a Nikon mount. Sorry I can't help.

Mar 08, 2009 at 04:25 PM

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p.1 #12 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

John Power wrote:
Question 1 - could any father here say no to this question?
Question 2 - is it now gone forever?
Question 3 - if the answer to 2 is yes, can I now declare it to be next Christmases present hence nothing under the tree for her on 12/25/2009?

1. not me
2. maybe, look at it as an opportunity
3. no

Mar 08, 2009 at 04:29 PM

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p.1 #13 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

Thanks for all the encouragement. I think. As to you kit lensers, forget it. She is back in Pittsburgh and so is that 2.8 lens

You will love that lens runamuck. One of my all time favorites.

Mar 08, 2009 at 04:41 PM

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p.1 #14 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

John Power wrote:
Weight and size are a real issue for kids. I think 19 is still a kid isn't it? I think the 30D is a good introduction into DSLRs because while it is more bulky than the typical digicam, it is not so big and heavy that it is just a PITA to carry (like my 1DSMK2 and 70-200 2.8).

Don't let her hear you call her that. When I was that age I had been a soldier for 18 months, and had volunteered to be a paratrooper. Felt like a man, but you grow up quick in the forces. Did go on to serve six years in the army, 5 as a para.
I guess you have lost the gear though, as dads we are suckers for the children especially daughters. Mine have grown up, it is grandchildren now, you have that delight to come. Jack

Mar 08, 2009 at 04:58 PM

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p.1 #15 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

And how you hate to see them grow up. I will be the first to admit it makes me miserable at times since nothing is more important to normal parents than their children. But when they start taking your DSLRs you just have to accept it.

Mar 08, 2009 at 05:07 PM

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p.1 #16 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

My daughter has my 20D (via my son who had it first) and my son has my 30D.
They also have various lenses that were also mine altho they're both serious
enough now to have invested in their own lenses, flashes ,etc. Both are good,
responsible and talented kids and both took high school courses in photgraphy with A Series Canon bodies/FD lenses (mostly mine and some I bought for them) ergo had more knowledge than most kids in their early to mid twenties. I'm happy to have done this for them and hope they continue with photography throughout their lives
and pass on their enthusiasm to their children.

Mar 08, 2009 at 05:16 PM

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p.1 #17 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

Kiss the camera and lens goodbye. Kiss your daughter also, while you're at it.

That's a great introductory DSLR setup. For Christmas, get her a tele prime like
the 100/2 or 85/1.8 or a wide aperture normal like the Sigma 30/1.4

You might have a photography partner for many years to come.

Mar 08, 2009 at 06:21 PM

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p.1 #18 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

If you can afford to replace it, I'd say you know what dear, here's a gift for you, keep it

Mar 08, 2009 at 06:23 PM

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p.1 #19 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

The answer is absolutely yes to her and its all her's to keep....Provided she makes a 4.0 GPA this semester.

Anyway, you can upgrade to a good minty/new 5D for around $1100-$1500.

Mar 08, 2009 at 08:05 PM

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p.1 #20 · Dad can I borrow the 30D - trouble?

6 months ago I lent my D60 + 18-200 to my son to try it out and I never saw it again. He's now in Australia and guess what he took with him.

Perhaps a nice excuse to upgrade to a D40/50 or whatever.

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