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<blockquote data-quote="gqtuazon" data-source="post: 119091" data-attributes="member: 6573"><p>Please allow me to answer this since it might pertain to me as well since you have described most of the things on your post about my situation. </p><p></p><p>I do have some expensive lenses, tripods, cameras, D800 and have not attended any formal photography courses. I use some of the "auto" features such as auto ISO, S and A mode since lighting sometimes varies especially if you are outdoor.</p><p></p><p>I started my photography hobby back in 2007 with my D80. I don't know anything about cameras then and since it had great reviews at that time, I ordered it instead of a D40. Was that a smart move? I think so, because later on, I was able to use the Nikon "D" lenses in "auto" focus.</p><p></p><p>Fast forward after 3 years, I purchased my D700. Still have not attended any formal photography courses. Was that a bad decision or move should I just buy a D300 or D300s and save some of my cash? I know my answer to that question. I'll buy a full frame anytime!</p><p></p><p>Fast forward after 3 years and spending more on these so called lenses, D800E, tripods, ballheads, camera bags, lens support, lens filters, and faster and more expensive memory cards, was that a bad move to spend on these hobby that doesn't even allow me to earn money? </p><p> </p><p> Like what the others have already commented, why worry on how other people spend their money? Is it expected that before other people buys a Mercedez benz or BMW, that they should know how to drive a stick shift first? Should they just buy a Toyota Camry instead? Do we require them to go and hire a professional driving instructor first before they buy a more expensive car? Why is it any different when it comes to camera?</p><p> </p><p> I have been in the Military for over 23 years now and I have been stationed overseas where I am not fortunate enough to be in a nearby professional photographer that can teach me how to become a better photographer. I think I have the right to spend my own money, however it pleases me and I think I am entitled to that. If I want to use my camera in Auto, so what? What's the big deal? Although "P" mode is the closest. It's my equipment, my money and my choice. Just my two cents or yen, however you want to call it.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="gqtuazon, post: 119091, member: 6573"] Please allow me to answer this since it might pertain to me as well since you have described most of the things on your post about my situation. I do have some expensive lenses, tripods, cameras, D800 and have not attended any formal photography courses. I use some of the "auto" features such as auto ISO, S and A mode since lighting sometimes varies especially if you are outdoor. I started my photography hobby back in 2007 with my D80. I don't know anything about cameras then and since it had great reviews at that time, I ordered it instead of a D40. Was that a smart move? I think so, because later on, I was able to use the Nikon "D" lenses in "auto" focus. Fast forward after 3 years, I purchased my D700. Still have not attended any formal photography courses. Was that a bad decision or move should I just buy a D300 or D300s and save some of my cash? I know my answer to that question. I'll buy a full frame anytime! Fast forward after 3 years and spending more on these so called lenses, D800E, tripods, ballheads, camera bags, lens support, lens filters, and faster and more expensive memory cards, was that a bad move to spend on these hobby that doesn't even allow me to earn money? Like what the others have already commented, why worry on how other people spend their money? Is it expected that before other people buys a Mercedez benz or BMW, that they should know how to drive a stick shift first? Should they just buy a Toyota Camry instead? Do we require them to go and hire a professional driving instructor first before they buy a more expensive car? Why is it any different when it comes to camera? I have been in the Military for over 23 years now and I have been stationed overseas where I am not fortunate enough to be in a nearby professional photographer that can teach me how to become a better photographer. I think I have the right to spend my own money, however it pleases me and I think I am entitled to that. If I want to use my camera in Auto, so what? What's the big deal? Although "P" mode is the closest. It's my equipment, my money and my choice. Just my two cents or yen, however you want to call it. [/QUOTE]
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