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Old 08-10-2012, 09:20 PM
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Second Hand 450d

Thinking of picking up a second hand Canon 450d or similar - really to start dabbling in dslr astrophotography without spending too much. Any pitfalls I should be aware of?
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Old 09-10-2012, 08:49 AM
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second hand 450D

Just be aware how about shutter actuations- you could google the number before servicing required?

My 450D has done sterling service and is controllable by APT/Backyard EOS etc so make sure you get a mini USB lead with it.
It's a great camera to start with.
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Old 09-10-2012, 02:04 PM
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Just be aware how about shutter actuations- you could google the number before servicing required?

My 450D has done sterling service and is controllable by APT/Backyard EOS etc so make sure you get a mini USB lead with it.
It's a great camera to start with.
Cheers
Graham

Thanks for the tip Graham,

Is it possible to interrogate the camera to check the number of operations/actuations?

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Old 09-10-2012, 03:27 PM
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Some data on 450d shutter life:
http://www.olegkikin.com/shutterlife/canon_eos450d.htm

I've never tried it but this says it will check the count:
http://astrojargon.net/%28X%281%29S%...9/EOSInfo.aspx

And if you're on a mac:
http://astrojargon.net/%28X%281%29S%...ookieSupport=1

I know someone who got their 5d shutter repaired and it cost him about $200, not sure about a 450d though.
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Old 13-10-2012, 06:32 AM
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I recently upgraded from the 450d to a 7D. The 450d is a good camera. All my astro shots were taken with it.
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