canon eos 300v

tagclieg2 · 24th December 2002

Dear all,
I wanna get a proper AF SLR. Looking at the EOS 300V. Any comments/help would be appreciated. Any idea where to get a good deal and what does the basic package contain would also be helpful.

Blur,
tagclieg2

p.s. i have a canon g2 currently but need an SLR to really experience photography...

eug · 24th December 2002

Package has 1 body and a 28-90mm lens. Brand new should be $565 and second hand should be $350. If you can afford it I suggest a EOS30 and buy a lens of your choice. Maybe you can state your budget so we can help you. The 28-90mm lens is not recommended although I did not see the results of the 2nd version (should be better) of this lens but the 1st version is awful. I own both version I and II before.
The only complain about the EOS300v is that the flash pops out when hooked on to something but no harm so long as it doesn't break off.

tagclieg2 · 24th December 2002

where to buy for a good deal?

eug · 24th December 2002

Hmm... You can try CP, but I think you have to ask the others for cheapest price around because I only buy my stuff from Cathay! You tried to PM me earlier? I have cleared by inbox

BraveHart · 24th December 2002

I believe there is someone selling his EOS30 for a very attractive price in the buy and sell forums....frankly speaking I'll consider that offer seriously if I were you.

Disclaimer: I have nothing to do with the seller

StreetShooter · 24th December 2002

Consider getting a second hand EOS50 (about $300). More bang for the buck.

GitS · 24th December 2002

i have a 30 too, kicks major butt and a serous camera if you want to use it as such!

tagclieg2 · 24th December 2002

bought the eos 300v already. $620 from Alan photo, UV Hoya filter thrown in. Lens is 28-90mm and how does one know if it's series I or II?? Bag thrown in also...

$620 if the one with date : )

comments?

BraveHart · 24th December 2002

Quote:

Originally posted by tagclieg2
bought the eos 300v already. $620 from Alan photo, UV Hoya filter thrown in. Lens is 28-90mm and how does one know if it's series I or II?? Bag thrown in also...

$620 if the one with date : )

comments?

Congratulations!

1. Shoot more; practice makes perfect
2. Try to avoid equipment lust
3. Have fun!

eug · 24th December 2002

If that is the original camera then it will come with the ver. II lens The color of the lens is the same as the body. Can't remember if there is a II there.

darr · 26th December 2002

I thought the EOS300 is good value ( which of course I bought 2) until the 300V came along. Light and robust I have taken the 300 to jungles, wet, humid, hot....in short among the worst places you would want to bring a camera, and came up well and alive. I expect the 300V to be the same, and with it already so cheap there's no reason not to take the plunge, but I strongly recommend you not to get the lens. you will want to sell it very soon and end up wasting money for it. Get a decent lens to go with it. The 28-105 USM is tremendous value and can be found as little as S$250 on the used market.

If you want additional features such as faster shutter speed I would suggest the EOS50. EOS30 is a mystery to me, after using it for several times I still don't see the justification for having it, if you want to pay such a ridiculous price I would suggest a 2nd hand EOS5 instead (which I'm also using), for the faster shutter, more motordrive control and absolutely essential buttons on the vertical grip.

These recommendations came with my experiences with E-TTL. Even when snapshooting I have seen little difference with this and A-TTL or even TTL. However E-TTL remote flash system is far superior than any others and the flash preview feature can be helpful at times.

darr · 26th December 2002

Quote:

Originally posted by BraveHart

Congratulations!

1. Shoot more; practice makes perfect
2. Try to avoid equipment lust
3. Have fun!

I love equipment lust! else I would never be able to get my 3rd 550EX for <$400 in near-new condition, or the 75-300IS for <$500. I am patiently waiting for the 16-35L and the 70-200IS to replace my 70-200.

mervlam · 27th December 2002

Quote:

Originally posted by darr

get my 3rd 550EX for <$400 in near-new condition

using the wireless radio flash setup?

mervin420 · 27th December 2002

Quote:

Originally posted by darr

I love equipment lust! else I would never be able to get my 3rd 550EX for <$400 in near-new condition, or the 75-300IS for <$500. I am patiently waiting for the 16-35L and the 70-200IS to replace my 70-200.

WAH DARR , can i borrow a few of ur 550s to enhance my studio set up once in a while?

BoXXer · 27th December 2002

does the eos300v have a metal lens mount??

any website with a review on it??

eug · 27th December 2002

Yes. It has a metal mount. Check photographyreview, only 2 though.

mervin420 · 27th December 2002

as a current user of the EOS300, i would say that i have no regrets getting this camera. It is proven to be able to hold its own against its bigger brother, the EOS30 in terms of functions. (unless of cause you want rear curtain sync or motor drive). With 2.5 fps shooting, it beats the 300 @1.5fps.

IT COMES WITH A METAL MOUNT !!! which makes u able to use heavier lenses like the 70-200. but u may want to get the veritcal grip for better support and grip.

I have seen the 300V and would say that like the 1V, it is an upgrade from the previous model in terms of functions etc.

Get it. Even if you outgrow the camera (ie. you want to become a pro and join in the 1s, 3s ,60s or the L lens club.) it will still come in handy when travelling (its weight is only a meer 375g, half that of a EOS30).

I myself wouldn't think twice about bringing it along with me for long trips or backpacking to take great photos rather than a pns instant camera.

Your lady friends will love it coz :
1. its light
2. its silvery cool
3. it takes great pictures

BUY !!! BUY !!! BUY !!!

eug · 27th December 2002

Quote:

which makes u able to use heavier lenses like the 70-200

I won't be too sure about it. EOS300 also can use those heavier lens but whether any thing will crack under those weights I will not place my bets that EOS300v wouldn't.

denizenx · 27th December 2002

u hold ur camera by the body only meh? 70-200 the tripod mount is on the barrel what... so why shd it break?

eug · 27th December 2002

Precisely why I say 300v and 300 in this aspect is no different you got to hold the heavy lens not the body.

24th December 2002	#1
tagclieg2 Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Northeast Posts: 130	canon eos 300v Dear all, I wanna get a proper AF SLR. Looking at the EOS 300V. Any comments/help would be appreciated. Any idea where to get a good deal and what does the basic package contain would also be helpful. Blur, tagclieg2 p.s. i have a canon g2 currently but need an SLR to really experience photography...

24th December 2002	#3
tagclieg2 Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Northeast Posts: 130	where to buy EOS 300V where to buy for a good deal?

27th December 2002	#17
mervin420 Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Singapore Posts: 234	canon eos 300v as a current user of the EOS300, i would say that i have no regrets getting this camera. It is proven to be able to hold its own against its bigger brother, the EOS30 in terms of functions. (unless of cause you want rear curtain sync or motor drive). With 2.5 fps shooting, it beats the 300 @1.5fps. IT COMES WITH A METAL MOUNT !!! which makes u able to use heavier lenses like the 70-200. but u may want to get the veritcal grip for better support and grip. I have seen the 300V and would say that like the 1V, it is an upgrade from the previous model in terms of functions etc. Get it. Even if you outgrow the camera (ie. you want to become a pro and join in the 1s, 3s ,60s or the L lens club.) it will still come in handy when travelling (its weight is only a meer 375g, half that of a EOS30). I myself wouldn't think twice about bringing it along with me for long trips or backpacking to take great photos rather than a pns instant camera. Your lady friends will love it coz : 1. its light 2. its silvery cool 3. it takes great pictures BUY !!! BUY !!! BUY !!!

27th December 2002	#19
denizenx Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: L2TPYSG Posts: 4,518	u hold ur camera by the body only meh? 70-200 the tripod mount is on the barrel what... so why shd it break? __________________ "I'm... dreaming... of a wide... angle~ Just like the ones I used to know~"

24th December 2002	#2
eug Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Buangkok Posts: 537	Package has 1 body and a 28-90mm lens. Brand new should be $565 and second hand should be $350. If you can afford it I suggest a EOS30 and buy a lens of your choice. Maybe you can state your budget so we can help you. The 28-90mm lens is not recommended although I did not see the results of the 2nd version (should be better) of this lens but the 1st version is awful. I own both version I and II before. The only complain about the EOS300v is that the flash pops out when hooked on to something but no harm so long as it doesn't break off.

24th December 2002	#5
BraveHart Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Singapore Posts: 322	I believe there is someone selling his EOS30 for a very attractive price in the buy and sell forums....frankly speaking I'll consider that offer seriously if I were you. Disclaimer: I have nothing to do with the seller

24th December 2002	#6
StreetShooter Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Katong Posts: 4,702	Consider getting a second hand EOS50 (about $300). More bang for the buck.

24th December 2002	#7
GitS Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 784	i have a 30 too, kicks major butt and a serous camera if you want to use it as such!

26th December 2002	#11
darr Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Hill View Posts: 306	I thought the EOS300 is good value ( which of course I bought 2) until the 300V came along. Light and robust I have taken the 300 to jungles, wet, humid, hot....in short among the worst places you would want to bring a camera, and came up well and alive. I expect the 300V to be the same, and with it already so cheap there's no reason not to take the plunge, but I strongly recommend you not to get the lens. you will want to sell it very soon and end up wasting money for it. Get a decent lens to go with it. The 28-105 USM is tremendous value and can be found as little as S$250 on the used market. If you want additional features such as faster shutter speed I would suggest the EOS50. EOS30 is a mystery to me, after using it for several times I still don't see the justification for having it, if you want to pay such a ridiculous price I would suggest a 2nd hand EOS5 instead (which I'm also using), for the faster shutter, more motordrive control and absolutely essential buttons on the vertical grip. These recommendations came with my experiences with E-TTL. Even when snapshooting I have seen little difference with this and A-TTL or even TTL. However E-TTL remote flash system is far superior than any others and the flash preview feature can be helpful at times.

27th December 2002	#15
BoXXer Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: East SG Posts: 118	does the eos300v have a metal lens mount?? any website with a review on it??