How many shutter actuations is a DSRL good for?

Blom · #1 05-30-2009, 06:33 AM

Im looking to purchase a used body (Probably Nikon D60) so I have some left over cash for a decent lens. How many average shutter actuations is a camera rated for?

Thanks

superduperwesman · #2 05-30-2009, 06:52 AM

I'm pretty sure it depends on the camera.

d40 and d60 won't work with as many lens as the d50, d70, d80, d200, d300, d700 etc.

BlueAbyss · #3 05-30-2009, 07:23 AM

+1, higher end cameras (at least older manual cameras) can also be 'rebuilt' when the parts wear or break.

Blom · #4 05-30-2009, 07:49 AM

Sorry should have read what I typed. The used camera I was looking at was a D70 with 37000 shutter actuations

soapy · #5 05-30-2009, 08:14 AM

http://olegkikin.com/shutterlife/nikon_d70.htm

Blom · #6 05-30-2009, 08:26 AM

Thanks Soapy, just what I was looking for

superduperwesman · #7 05-30-2009, 03:28 PM

How much were they asking for it

Blom · #8 05-30-2009, 05:22 PM

$350 obo

Blom · #9 05-30-2009, 07:26 PM

While I have this post going I might as well pick at the minds of people that seem to know more about this than I. Been doing a fair amount of research online (Should be studying Calculus) and at stores. I just went in to get a feel for some of these cameras. I was mainly looking at the D60 and the Canon XS, both of which are leagues away from my current point and shoot. I also took a look at a few of the models a step up from there like the D90 and the 1Ti. After that the price was just too much for my needs. I also felt that way about the D90 and 1Ti a bit. The main reason for the camera upgrade is to take better quality shots of my aquariums, and my regular camera usage. Im not looking to become a professional photographer by any extent, and I feel that should be reflected in the price that im willing to pay for a camera. I received a lot of helpful information from the store, but if history has taught me anything its that salespeople are there to sell. And having as much information and others opinions can only help to further my decision.

The first question is because of conflicting information about lens. I have been told that the D60 can AND cannot wield the majority of Nikon lens.
It can't be both!

Im also curious about the pixel rating, from my understanding you tend to loose a ton of picture quality when the image is uploaded on the net or printed. Is that a true statement?

Any other info that you think may help would also be greatly appreciated, especially if you happen to own a D60. What has the experience been like?

soapy · #10 05-30-2009, 07:38 PM

If it was me and I had the cake I would go for the Rebel T1i. Full HD video recording plus all the available slr lenses! Nice. Or the D90 which also does video. I lean towards the rebel though.

How cool would it be to put a macro lens on and take HD video of palythoas swallowing shrimp?