big splurge

A present for me from me.  I'm not too sure how I'll go with this.  I'm not very computer savvy and my eyes tend to glaze over when I read camera manuals, but I bought a digital SLR.  It came from Digital Camera Warehouse with branches in Sydney close to me, Melbourne and Brisbane.  Prices there were far better than any I had found elsewhere and they also sell online.  My friend had the basic lens for the camera and I'll probably get a wideangle lens when I have a bit more experience with the camera.  He also has a camera bag which suits the camera and he'll lend me this me.

He came with me for moral support. it's not far from where either of us live.  I couldn't fault the service.  As I said I don't know much about cameras. let alone SLRs and I am sure I asked some stupid questions.  The salesman was very polite and answered in terms I can understand.

My old Olympus has done very well.  It's had a lot of use over probably eight years and perhaps a bit more, and it's getting quite tired now.  The battery is also wearing out and not holding its charge well and that's another almost $100 to replace it.

One thing is for sure - I hope I never have to take any pictures like those coming out of Japan now.  They are horrifying. Truly horrifying.