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How does the Canon Eos 7 compare with other cameras/ Digital Cameras?

My Da'd gave me his old Canon Eos 7 (takes film) with an Ultrasonic 28-200mm Lens. I've always used Digital for my photos and I do blow them up and frame them and I'm looking to get more serious about photography as a hobby. Is this a good starting camera to enroll in a photography course with? I've heard that the lens has some problems with soft edges in the images and problems with low-light situations. Any comments/advice/feedback would be appreciated. Thanks :-)

Public Comments

1. A great camera for film photography, look at investing in a couple of prime lenses such as a 50mm f/1.8 for low light use. .
2. Mr Fish's comments are resounded here. (If you wish to do film). A free quality camera is always nice, still you need to have a slightly different outlook on photography if you are doing film. If you were using a digital point and shoot and want to step into the SLR mode, you will need to study up and practice using a manually controlled device. Film and it's developing is not cheap and easy. It's a great adventure if you are willing to spend the time and energy that it requires. Have fun on your adventure!
3. Check APUG website (analog photography users group). Film is not that expensive. Digital can be more expensive in the long run.