Try before you buy

[mrbillf]

Hi All,

I was thinking the other day. (that's why my big toe was glowing ), is there a place in Sydney that you can hire equipment such as lens? Because I thought it would be a good idea to get a feel before you make the big decision to buy. Some of these lens aren't cheap.

The other reason would be if you had a wedding to do and would like a better lens for the occasion.

Any ideas on where these places are?

Regards,
Bill

[birddog114]

Hi All,

I was thinking the other day. (that's why my big toe was glowing ), is there a place in Sydney that you can hire equipment such as lens? Because I thought it would be a good idea to get a feel before you make the big decision to buy. Some of these lens aren't cheap.

The other reason would be if you had a wedding to do and would like a better lens for the occasion.

Any ideas on where these places are?

Regards,
Bill

Your question was the same with jdear not long while ago!
I can't point you to that thread atm due the DB is not backed up yet!

[mrbillf]

Thanks Birddog. I did a search but maybe because of all this DB issues I should have waited. Sorry.

Cheers,
Bill

[sheepie]

I think you'll find that the easy answer is 'come to a minimeet'. The minimeets are a very social and friendly occassion, where almost everyone is more than happy for others to look (and try out) their gear. You'd be surprised at the amount of gear that comes out at these things!

[Nnnnsic]

I'd love to say that there should be a place to do this in Sydney, and I'd even love to say that Maxwell should have a showroom to let you try their gear on your bodies... but they don't... and the only suggestion I can put forth is to come to a mini-meet.

You're in Sydney. You really have no excuse.

[birddog114]

I'd love to say that there should be a place to do this in Sydney, and I'd even love to say that Maxwell should have a showroom to let you try their gear on your bodies... but they don't... and the only suggestion I can put forth is to come to a mini-meet.

You're in Sydney. You really have no excuse.

And Peakhurst to Belmore is just 5 min walk
Get up early come to the mass of Sigma and praying session of VR club.

[Alpha_7]

For someone who still hasn't made a mini-meet, but is definitely trying (third time lucky?). What exactly happens during mass and pray session ?
That bit did tend to confuse me a little

[Glen]

Borge Imaging, L&P photographics, Camera Rental? (net based), all rent lenses to get you started

[gstark]

I have an empty Coke bottle I can lend you.

[sirhc55]

I have an empty Coke bottle I can lend you.

I did not realise you would lend out your prime Nikkor

[mrbillf]

I think I can use the empty coke bottle Gary, but does it have VR?

Cheers,

[Glen]

For someone who still hasn't made a mini-meet, but is definitely trying (third time lucky?). What exactly happens during mass and pray session ?
That bit did tend to confuse me a little

In keeping with Birddy's religous beliefs we make offerings to the VR gods

[birddog114]

For someone who still hasn't made a mini-meet, but is definitely trying (third time lucky?). What exactly happens during mass and pray session ?
That bit did tend to confuse me a little

In keeping with Birddy's religous beliefs we make offerings to the VR gods

And Sigma Allah!

[leek]

In keeping with Birddy's religous beliefs we make offerings to the VR gods

Usually cash offerings to Birdy

[jdear]

Hi there,

Yes the answer to that question is to visit a mini-meet!
If the lens isnt there, it most likely doesnt exist!

As birddog would say, dont hire, put your monies towards a deposit on the lens you are after!

Horray for mini-meets!

JD

[sirhc55]

Isn’t VR an acronym for Very Rich

[Glen]

Very Religous!

[Nnnnsic]

I heard that the SB-800 UR (Urine Run) model will be out soon, to go with your VR lenses.