Wow. I think my timing was perfect in terms of getting rid of the 20D. The next model was just announced: the Canon 5D, with all the features you've been waiting for and which I've given up on.
My first reaction was - it is so nice not to have to go through the next generation of digital lust. I have a roll of film that I think has some good stuff on it - and instead of concentrating on the features of the new 'wow' thing; I can imagine what something I shot last night will look like.
In other words, instead of feeling: oh my God. I should have kept the Canon lenses and used the 20D as a backup - my first thought was how the prices of used 20D are now going to drop.
Of course - cameras (sans Leica) have always had their upgrade cycle - but the digital cycle is going at warp speed. "Captain - I can't hold her together much longer!" Scottie in every episode of the original Star Trek.
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Dave,
As the Official Poster Child for Digital Camera Photography for the Central Maryland Region, I must admit I was shocked and stunned last July when a trip you made to buy an inkjet cartridge went awry and you returned with a Canon A75. Shocked and stunned, but happy. Well, you did a great job on the Dark Side, but I guess it's time for you to return to The Force. I'm still happy.
Best regards,
SteveR
I wandered through the dark side and returned mostly unscathed. As they say, it was fun while it lasted.
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