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Just curious here, though it's been playing on my mind for a long time now. Over the past couple of years I've not been as active photography-wise, because of various issues [inc a stressful house move, illnesses in the family, depression and personal illness etc ...] and well, just plain old loss of 'mojo'.
I don't have a huge kit or anything, I have sold on most of my old 'pro' lenses. But I do have a D800E, with a couple of lenses, flashes and extras. I figure I could still get a decent amount for the cam alone, it's only got 26K clicks, and buy a cheaper model and some fun cheap primes. I'd have extra money to buy other things I need [like a new laptop and phone] plus pay a few bills, and still have solid enough photo gear. I have actually been looking at some of the cheaper Canon range, like the 80D. Just looks a fun camera, and fun is what I need!
Who's braved such a move? did you later regret it? or do you really feel it's not about the gear, but how much fun you're having using it?
When i bought the cam I promised myself I would never sell it. It's about the biggest single purchase I have ever made. It has paid me back over time, both in monetary and enjoyment terms. But sometimes i honestly feel it's a bit .... 'serious' for my needs.
Just looking for general opinion and/or your own personal experience with downgrading maybe
I don't have a huge kit or anything, I have sold on most of my old 'pro' lenses. But I do have a D800E, with a couple of lenses, flashes and extras. I figure I could still get a decent amount for the cam alone, it's only got 26K clicks, and buy a cheaper model and some fun cheap primes. I'd have extra money to buy other things I need [like a new laptop and phone] plus pay a few bills, and still have solid enough photo gear. I have actually been looking at some of the cheaper Canon range, like the 80D. Just looks a fun camera, and fun is what I need!
Who's braved such a move? did you later regret it? or do you really feel it's not about the gear, but how much fun you're having using it?
When i bought the cam I promised myself I would never sell it. It's about the biggest single purchase I have ever made. It has paid me back over time, both in monetary and enjoyment terms. But sometimes i honestly feel it's a bit .... 'serious' for my needs.
Just looking for general opinion and/or your own personal experience with downgrading maybe