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Things have been flying by lately. It's already April (and no, this post has nothing to do with April Fool's Day despite the date) and winter usually drags really slowly. But the last 4 months have come and gone and I barely remember living them. Being busy with multiple projects at work and lots of side contract work has certainly contributed to that sensation. I've had so much work related stuff on my mind for the past while that I haven't had time to stop and take stock of things. But I am now, if only for a brief moment.
Things at work seem to be slowing down finally. After looking over 4 projects in tandem since the end of last year, I now find myself wrapping up the last one and wondering what is next. It feels like I've been sprinting for months and now I'm finally slowing down to a light jog and eventually to walking speed. Heck, I might even stop and sit on my ass for a short while. It feels nice in one sense, but on the other hand having lots of stuff to do at work always makes the days go by faster. So things slowing down at work also means the work days seem to take longer.
I've been talking about saving and eventually getting a new camera for ages. The camera I want(ed) was the Canon 50D, but I'm starting to realize how long it's going to take me to save and afford it. Recently the new Canon Rebel T1i (500D) was announced. It's one level below the 50D, but more affordable. Plus it has many of the same features, including the same image sensor and "live view". It also has HD video capabilities, which is nice although not something that makes a big selling point for me (I just want a good quality entry level DSLR for now so I can continue my love of photography). This camera goes on sale at the beginning of May (just in time for my 30th birthday, hint hint). I'm now focusing on saving enough to purchase it for myself by then. It should be a great starting DSLR camera for me. Down the line, in 5 years or so, I can look into upgrading to something like the 50D (or its equivalent at that time). By then I will have more SLR experience and know what features and capabilities I'm interested in. Plus, if I stick with Canon, any awesome lens that I buy for the Rebel now will also work with my upgraded camera in the future. So investing in lenses won't be a waste.
I'm also looking at some photography classes offered at Camosun College for this summer. They have some introductory and advanced courses offered in the evenings and weekends (perfect for working adults like myself). My friend Davey recently took such a course and really got a lot out of it. It sounds perfect for my growing interest in photography and intermediate level of experience with SLR camera features. Plus it's always nice to continue learning things.
Anyways, that's about all the musings I have to offer today. As I've mentioned before, when I eventually get a new camera I will have many more photos to post and inspire me to write about on this here blog. So it's a win win for everyone right? Happy April 1st.
Things at work seem to be slowing down finally. After looking over 4 projects in tandem since the end of last year, I now find myself wrapping up the last one and wondering what is next. It feels like I've been sprinting for months and now I'm finally slowing down to a light jog and eventually to walking speed. Heck, I might even stop and sit on my ass for a short while. It feels nice in one sense, but on the other hand having lots of stuff to do at work always makes the days go by faster. So things slowing down at work also means the work days seem to take longer.
I've been talking about saving and eventually getting a new camera for ages. The camera I want(ed) was the Canon 50D, but I'm starting to realize how long it's going to take me to save and afford it. Recently the new Canon Rebel T1i (500D) was announced. It's one level below the 50D, but more affordable. Plus it has many of the same features, including the same image sensor and "live view". It also has HD video capabilities, which is nice although not something that makes a big selling point for me (I just want a good quality entry level DSLR for now so I can continue my love of photography). This camera goes on sale at the beginning of May (just in time for my 30th birthday, hint hint). I'm now focusing on saving enough to purchase it for myself by then. It should be a great starting DSLR camera for me. Down the line, in 5 years or so, I can look into upgrading to something like the 50D (or its equivalent at that time). By then I will have more SLR experience and know what features and capabilities I'm interested in. Plus, if I stick with Canon, any awesome lens that I buy for the Rebel now will also work with my upgraded camera in the future. So investing in lenses won't be a waste.
I'm also looking at some photography classes offered at Camosun College for this summer. They have some introductory and advanced courses offered in the evenings and weekends (perfect for working adults like myself). My friend Davey recently took such a course and really got a lot out of it. It sounds perfect for my growing interest in photography and intermediate level of experience with SLR camera features. Plus it's always nice to continue learning things.
Anyways, that's about all the musings I have to offer today. As I've mentioned before, when I eventually get a new camera I will have many more photos to post and inspire me to write about on this here blog. So it's a win win for everyone right? Happy April 1st.
This entry posted by Graham
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Tags: Cameras, Random Musings
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