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Canon EOS 1000D with Single Lens Kit for $493 at Clivepeeters

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Canon EOS 1000D with Single Lens Kit for $493 at Clivepeeters
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fatwallet on 07/10/2010 - 16:52 clivepeeters.com.au (5259 clicks)

RRP $999
Web special $493 save $506*

approx. file size in best quality: 3.8Mb

battery type: LP-E5 lithium ion

body construction: stainless steel and engineering plastic

compatible lens type: EF and EF-S lenses

display: 2.5" TFT

included in box:
EOS 1000D body, battery charger, battery pack, eyecup, interface cable, video cable, wide strap, EOS DIGITAL solutions disk, software instruction manual

ISO range: 100 -1600

lenses supplied as kit: EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

live view: yes

manufacturers warranty: 12 months

memory type: SD card

outputs: Hi-Speed USB, mini B port/video out (NTSC/PAL)

RAW image shooting: yes

resolution: 10.1 MP

sensor type: APS-C size CMOS Sensor

shutter speeds: 1/4000 of a second to 30 seconds

weight of body only excluding battery: 450 grams

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  • rack on 07/10/2010 - 16:55

    Bought one yesterday. Saw a discussion in whirlpool forum. Seems to be a preety good deal.

  • jv on 07/10/2010 - 16:57
    +3

    wow, cheaper than grey imports…

    maybe that can sell at 5D MII for half prices… :O

  • tonyjzx on 07/10/2010 - 17:04
    -4

    it's the cheapest most basic Canon SLR there is

    most of the equipment fans on the various forums won't touch it

    • anthony on 07/10/2010 - 17:08
      -3

      It is an old model.

      Compared to the newest model which is a 550D it might lack some features (Though i cannot think of anything major) but aside from that it is a good camera.

      • jv on 07/10/2010 - 17:26
        +8

        The 550D is not a newer model of the 1000D… The 1000D is a different series for Canon, and is it's most basic DSLR, and is still current…

        • [Deactivated] on 07/10/2010 - 18:31
          +2

          Not sure why you've been negged, but what you've said is correct. 1000D is a different line to the 550D; the 1000D doesn't have a successor just yet.

        • heatseeker424 on 07/10/2010 - 21:22

          Yeah, exactly. The 1000D is Cannons entry level dslr which came out in 2008. The 550D is Canons mid range dslr which came out the beginning of this year.

          • You and Me on 08/10/2010 - 10:28
            +3

            @heatseeker424: Canon lines from basic to advanced:

            1000D (new budget line)
            300D… 550D
            10D… 60D
            7D (new line 2009, with video)
            5D Mark I… II (full-sized sensor)
            1D Mark I… IV (full-sized sensor)

            • anthony on 08/10/2010 - 11:16
              -1

              @You and Me:

              Canon lines from basic to advanced:

              If you are looking at video only the 7D is better than the 5DII

              The 550D is also really the 7D.
              I cant remember the specifics now but i think the 7D and 550D are the same camera on the inside (The 7D will have more processing power to allow faster saving and so on).
              The 550D also has a much better screen than the 7D.

              Aside from that the 7D shouldn't have been called a 7D, it doesn't fit with the previous model numbering.

              • You and Me on 14/10/2010 - 10:04
                -1

                @anthony: 7D probably is more versatile, it really has different design objectives to the 5D Mark II. It is a new line that responds to the development of the market into guerilla filmmaking.

                The sensors for the 5D and 1D lines carry unique advantages by being the size of a full-frame film SLR, and bring the experience closer to a classic Canon.

                However, the computing power required is greater for these lines, so there can be performance losses (such as rapid shooting.)

                Lens profiles differ too — check out wikipedia:
                http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Full-frame_digital_SLR

            • jv on 08/10/2010 - 12:44
              -1

              @You and Me: 60D should have the same video as 7D…

              • anthony on 13/10/2010 - 21:11

                @jv: I never said anything about the 60D

            • blaze on 12/10/2010 - 23:16

              @You and Me: 60D is actually the successor to the 550D afaik

              • anthony on 13/10/2010 - 21:07

                @blaze: The 60D is not a newer 550D
                60D and 550D are different product lines

                Canon has 4 model lines

                Entry Level: 4 numbers eg 1000D (And this is the only model in this range)
                Consumer: 3 numbers eg 550D
                Consumer/Professional: 2 numbers eg 60D
                Professional: 1 number eg 1D

                The 7D does not follow that numbering system

        • kimmik on 07/10/2010 - 21:29
          +1

          so its a different series… you can still compare them. anthony's point is still perfectly valid.

          500D with far better features than the 1000d, body only, is just 670$ with au warranty. if i had to recommend an entry dslr i'd recommend the 500d over the 1000d despite the price differences.

          • jv on 08/10/2010 - 12:45

            @kimmik: depends on your budget…

        • anthony on 13/10/2010 - 23:59

          I did not say a 550D is a new model replacing the 1000D.

          I said that the 1000D is an old model camera and that compared to the newest model consumer camera which is the 550D it lacks some features but it is still a good camera.

    • wisc on 07/10/2010 - 17:09
      -1

      thats because your talking about an entry level camera… most people who are serious will go with serious cameras!

    • gerrys on 07/10/2010 - 17:50
      -2

      LoL. It is because the most basic SLR, hence its cheap,

  • Testeagle on 07/10/2010 - 17:06

    for a entry level camera seems ok,next best price I see is $588.58 found here
    http://www.roadmogul.com.au/canon-eos-1000d-101mp-cmos-digc-…

    • fchis on 07/10/2010 - 23:01

      I rekon they are just clearing the stocks and will introduce a new model soon.

  • smogg9 on 07/10/2010 - 17:23

    for entry level camera better buy Pentax KX, not much more $, but much better camera.
    anyway good price for 1000D

    • anthony on 07/10/2010 - 17:25

      Go with canon if you want to be able to buy second hand lenses.
      Canon cameras are more popular so there is more second hand stuff for them

      • [Deactivated] on 07/10/2010 - 17:37
        -1

        On the other hand buy a Sony DSLR (heap of new models being released) and purchase Minolta lenses on ebay. Classic lenses by todays standard and more often still a bargain.

    • gerrys on 07/10/2010 - 17:47
      +8

      Pentax, Sony, Canon, Nikon, whatever its brand, it does not matter for entry-level SLR. It all depends on the USER itself.

      • [Deactivated] on 07/10/2010 - 18:02

        Agreed. While I'm not a fan of Canon, this is a damn good price for an entry level DSLR for any beginner.

  • kimmik on 07/10/2010 - 17:45

    This is an ok price. not stunning.

    The coming generation of cameras will be a significant leap, and given the persisting aud, will also be stunningly cheap.

    • zeroxp on 08/10/2010 - 09:50
      +1

      When they mark the camera price, Aussie dollars is always about half price of USD :D

  • windsurfer-sp on 07/10/2010 - 17:48

    What is the video quality? Does it even shoot video?

    • hellbound on 07/10/2010 - 17:51

      no video on this camera

      • Besean on 07/10/2010 - 17:53

        It's an SLR… you buy an SLR for photos, not video.

        • hellbound on 07/10/2010 - 17:56
          +2

          Not true. Some people want to shoot video with an SLR as gives you much more freedom for the price compared to consumer digicams. Several TV shows (eg House) have shot full episodes in the past with DSLR's, and the results look quite impressive.

          • kimmik on 07/10/2010 - 17:57

            @hellbound: lol 45seconds behind you but we spoke the same words…

        • kimmik on 07/10/2010 - 17:57
          +2

          not true. keep up with the times man, slr video has qualities you could never achieve with non-slr low budget equipment.

          for canon, digic V coming next year will also bring a big improvement to video quality.

          • Trance N Dance on 07/10/2010 - 18:06

            @kimmik: In a nut shell it's because the sensor on these things are "full sized" as with the video cameras you buy off the shelf would most likely have smaller sensors than the ones found in full sized dslr's hence the image quality on a dslr would be better than a video camera. Also the lens can come into play a little as well.

            • kimmik on 07/10/2010 - 18:12

              @Trance N Dance: yep.

              the biggest problem with dslr video at the moment is probably poor pixel binning, leading to fine detail errors.

              apparently digic 5 will bring much improved binning.

              then there's the rolling shutter which needs to be addressed.

        • [Deactivated] on 07/10/2010 - 18:24

          You wouldn't buy this particular DSLR for shooting video because it doesn't support it, but there are many HD-DSLRs out there with impressive video capabilities, particularly when compared to consumer digicams. In fact, a huge number of professionals use HD-DSLRs to shoot video nowadays, and yes, even an episode of House was shot on one: http://www.encoremagazine.com.au/cinematography-dslr-size-do…

        • anthony on 07/10/2010 - 18:35
          +1

          As has been said mainstream TV has been filmed on a DSLR.

          These videos might not be as impressive as filming a TV show with a DSLR but they are great music videos.
          Both are shot with a Canon 5D

          http://vimeo.com/6540668

          http://vimeo.com/14140965

  • interiordesigns on 07/10/2010 - 18:12

    super cheap, i paid $575 in thailand for mine 6 months ago

    • ur2dads on 07/10/2010 - 19:08
      +5

      Did you get the infamous Thai happy ending after you bought it?

      • interiordesigns on 07/10/2010 - 19:36
        +1

        definitely got the infamous in thailand, but it doesnt refer to the buying of the camera.

  • Foma2 on 07/10/2010 - 18:41
    +3

    It is a good bargain but the camera is not video capable, which definitely is a big minus for me.

    • NeoWilson on 08/10/2010 - 11:29

      same here. i am thinking of getting the D3100

      • anthony on 08/10/2010 - 11:46

        If you can borrow a friends DSLR with video capability and have a play around with it do that before buying a DSLR for its video functionality.

        There is a lot more work you need to do with video on a DSLR compared to a normal video camera.
        They do not have the ability to focus as you move the camera, you need to manually focus as you move the camera and autofocus during filming is not worth using.

  • cameland on 07/10/2010 - 19:18

    There are certain hacks to enable video capture with the 1000d. Although you need a laptop attached to the camera to do it but the results are great, especially with a fast lens.

    • Foma2 on 07/10/2010 - 19:56

      and you have to connect a laptop via usb port to the camera :(

  • mizazn on 07/10/2010 - 22:23

    I'ld rather pay a bit more for the Nikon d3000 which is around $598 (before haggling) @ JB

    • sonicentropy on 07/10/2010 - 23:11

      I have used both and the 1000d is easier to pick up and shoot, with good amazing results, the d3000 felt like a toy. the 1000D was my first Dig i used after years of shooting film, some of my fav shots were taken with it. I am now shooting a 5D MKII. But it is what feels best for you. I am looking forward to the 5D MKIII next year.

  • young_dazza on 07/10/2010 - 23:51
    +1

    Didnt Clive Peeters go into receivership?

    • zooboy on 08/10/2010 - 03:57

      got bought out by harvey norman

      • Jacku on 08/10/2010 - 11:01

        Oh no wonder they are back :) Good to know thx..

        and I will give this deal a past… go for the 500D instead guys for better value! :)

    • n00bis on 08/10/2010 - 13:38
      -4

      Clive Peters are now owned by JB Hifi.

      • Trance N Dance on 08/10/2010 - 14:07
        +1

        uh when did that happen? I thought it was hardly normal that bought out Clive Peters

  • CHWong on 08/10/2010 - 11:50

    This is even cheaper than buying on eBay at the moment, even with the Aussie Dollar so high.

    Good value. The lens itself can be sold for about $90-100.

    • anthony on 08/10/2010 - 11:53

      The IS 18-55 is pretty good and what you can sell it for will not cover the cost of buying a comparable replacement.

      I would recommend keeping it until you find that your photos are being let down by the ability of the lends.

  • brillian on 08/10/2010 - 13:07

    What is the IQ difference between 1000D and 500D with the same lens? Is it negligible or noticeable?

    • CHWong on 08/10/2010 - 13:20

      the 500D has the next generation of image processor, but i think unless you're making prints of your photos, the IQ is negligible

    • tehoriginal on 08/10/2010 - 13:20

      I'd like to know this also.

  • n00bis on 08/10/2010 - 13:39

    This is a great price for this Camera… I Paid $750 for a Nikon D3000 about 6 months ago and i was tossing up between the D3000 and this… At the price this is at you really can go past it if your looking for an entry level DSLR.

  • maxx on 08/10/2010 - 14:17

    Little while ago I went to Dicksmith North Sydney and TED Pitt Street to get a price match. They said they can't match it! So I got it through Clive Peters. Happy!

    • GPT4 on 08/10/2010 - 14:33

      hi mate, which CP store did you go to?

      • maxx on 08/10/2010 - 15:21

        Ordered it online with the delivery fee of $10. I don't think there is a CP store in Sydney anymore.

        • GPT4 on 08/10/2010 - 16:23

          Thanks..I thought so when I tried to ring few but their phones were not reachable..cheers

  • GPT4 on 08/10/2010 - 14:32

    Anyone in Sydney got the price matched? which store?

    • andyken on 09/10/2010 - 01:22

      just bring it to officeworks, they will beat it by 5%

  • tehoriginal on 08/10/2010 - 20:40

    Try your luck but i Doubt people would price match it.

  • kimmik on 08/10/2010 - 20:47
    +1

    I just found a use for these cheap dslrs =P

    http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2010/10/watch-52-canon-dslrs-bring…

  • bizi on 09/10/2010 - 17:05

    OW & DSE just seems to have the twin lens kit; at least that's my experience at Hornsby.

    • maxx on 09/10/2010 - 17:29

      Yes and they wont give it with just one lens.

  • uniqinsanity on 09/10/2010 - 22:45

    i went to the website and its @ $999? was this only for 7th and 8th?

    • maxx on 10/10/2010 - 10:10

      it showed as $493 yesterday (Saturday) morning as well. Looks like they have updated the price. But on homepage it says '$493 In Store Only'

    • Aussie89 on 10/10/2010 - 16:38

      Damm.. missed out… anyone know if there is anywhere else that has it for a similar price?

      • llwl on 10/10/2010 - 17:44

        They have them instore for $493. I rang them up (Macgregor store in Brisbane) and asked when the offer finishes instore and they said 17th Oct 2010 and they have an order coming in tomorrow with 22 cameras. 5 people (including myself) have put a deposit on one and they're going to ring me tomorrow when the stock comes in. Hope that helps and good luck finding one!

  • Turd on 12/10/2010 - 11:36

    Mine arrived today! yay!

    • brillian on 12/10/2010 - 13:29

      How do you like it? Whats the IQ? Will you please rate it out of 5? I kept thinking before buying it and its gone now.

      • wisc on 12/10/2010 - 13:52
        -1

        5's a wired number to rate it out of, i prefer to rate things on a scale of 1 - 7.825

        yep, slow day in the office.

      • anthony on 12/10/2010 - 14:05

        I have not used a 1000D but there is no reason it will perform poorly.

        If you want a cheap DSLR then you will not be disappointed.

        • Turd on 12/10/2010 - 21:06

          Dunno this is my first DSLR.

          Alot to learn.

          First impressions. Is light than I expected, smaller than I imagined.

          Seems good so far.

          • kimmik on 12/10/2010 - 21:07
            +1

            @Turd: task 1: take a photo of your left thumb and replace your avatar with the real thing

      • Aussie89 on 12/10/2010 - 22:42

        +1
        i regret not buying it when i had the chance… now that they're gone i want one..

  • maxx on 13/10/2010 - 09:56

    Got mine just now!. Fast shipping.

    • brillian on 13/10/2010 - 10:04
      -1

      Nice one mate but I am glad I didn't buy this. I got a near new (USED 3 months) 550D for $500 (including 18-55mm IS lens).

      • maxx on 13/10/2010 - 10:12

        well, this is my first DSLR and it came with a IS lens. So I'm happy :-)

  • slappy on 14/10/2010 - 00:53

    I rang Clive Peters Store in Braybrook at 11am this morning and they had 1 left and seemed would do at the $493 price. Other stores such as Malvern and Dandenong had none but Richmond supposedly had heaps. They will transfer it to your local store if you ask for free.

    I'm 99% sure will buy one tomorrow so will let you know how it goes.

    if you go to http://www.clivepeeters.com.au/ it is on their homepage and says "available in store only"

    • pogiguy on 14/10/2010 - 15:02

      Hey slappy. Were you able to pick one up??

      • slappy on 15/10/2010 - 00:55

        Still deciding between this and the Nikon d3000….

  • AJones on 17/10/2010 - 17:32

    I received mine a few days ago. Love it!

  • [Deactivated] on 21/10/2010 - 13:51

    Just ordered one in at the Richmond store. They said they will sell it at the same price of $493.
    Won't be in stock till next month, though.

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