Nikon D70 body for $20?

searchlight

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I own a D50 with lens because I never could afford a d70 back in the day but always wanted one.
Looking on eBay, one of the reputable camera stores had on Auction a working d70 in good condition with 42k clicks including manual, battery, and charger for $20 plus shipping so I bid and won it.

Some say the shutter will die soon, others say the shutter still has life in it. I am not a pro but one who has some intermediate skills who takes pride in and does not abuse his cameras.

Do you think I wasted my money because of the shutter count or got a once in a lifetime deal to own one of the all time greats?
 

Horoscope Fish

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I own a D50 with lens because I never could afford a d70 back in the day but always wanted one.
Looking on eBay, one of the reputable camera stores had on Auction a working d70 in good condition with 42k clicks including manual, battery, and charger for $20 plus shipping so I bid and won it.

Some say the shutter will die soon, others say the shutter still has life in it. I am not a pro but one who has some intermediate skills who takes pride in and does not abuse his cameras.

Do you think I wasted my money because of the shutter count or got a once in a lifetime deal to own one of the all time greats?
Congrats on the purchase. While I'm not sure I'd call the D70 "one of the all time greats" it's a very, very good camera, if a little long in the tooth. If you get a year's worth of shooting out of it, I'd say you got more than money's worth. Go forth and actuate!

And shutter replacements are only about $200 should you decide you love your D70 to that degree.
 

hark

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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and obviously the D70 is something you've wanted for a very long time--not a bad price either. Kudos to a dream-come-true! :)
 

searchlight

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Thanks for the replies.

What do you all think about the body shutter count of 42k?

Some people have said on other forums that a d70 shutter with this count is on its way out. Other forums have their shutters last until 100k.

How long have your shutters lasted?
 
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