Everything Has An End

Winter ends, spring ends, summer ends, fall ends, snow melts, and rain evaporates. I can go on and on. They do end, yet they come back. Cycle of Life, we call it.

Now, my Canon 20D finally took its last breath on February 21st after probably just over 100 thousand shots. It happened to get the continuous shutter clicking syndrome, which happened when I took it outside for photographing (-15 C at least). Reading about it, I found that my shutter is definitely gone. Should I replace the shutter on the 20D, or is this a coincidence because I've been having a big temptation to get the 7D? Maybe it's time for an upgrade. However, I had a plan for two cameras because I just hate changing lenses (and getting dust on my sensor), and I wouldn't mind having at least two lenses always ready to shoot. I might see; maybe if I get a good price on the 7D, I will repair the 20D also.

Here I am leaving you with one of the last photographs I took with my original 20D. We still have winter in effect, but it hasn't been that cold, and as I will be missing out on the photo shoot for a few weeks, I know that winter will be back next year.
~ Anna

[Previously published on My Only Photo Journey Blog]

Comments

Anonymous said…
I like both of these photos. I strive to find things like this every fall and winter but last year was a mess with my oxygen tank so I have promised myself to get out in the car and get around more. I will try to get some cool landscapes.

I admire you and your cameras and lenses. I didn't know it until recently but Canon has a life expectancy of 100,000 clicks and then things start going hay wire. Maybe that's what happened to your 20D. Each Canon and each year has a different number of clicks related to them and the year and the model. I didn't bother to read the fine print.

I wouldn't want to spend a couple of grand on any camera only to have it fail on 100,000 clicks.
Will said…
That's beautiful. Is it a rose hip? I had rose hip tea once and discovered I prefer looking at them, not drinking them. Yech!

I know the feeling of having two cameras to avoid dust. My digital camera has dust on the sensor even though I was as careful as could be when changing lenses. Why can't they fix this issue and save us PhotoShop time?
Marka said…
Sorry to hear about your camera. I've heard good things about the 7D, and I'm sure you'll get things squared away and back in shape again before too much time has passed. Great photographs, too! Cheers!
KML said…
Hi Anna - I hate the way they don't make things to last. A new one will be fun - I have been giving it thought myself. My Sony DSLR is now going on 6 years - I am afraid of problems arriving too.

Your winter images are beautiful!

Hope you are well - take care!

Kathy
Phil Slade said…
Lovely simple and understated images Anna. I am sure you will enjoy a new camera and I agree about having two and not keep changing lenses. If only they weren't so expensive Mr Canon.
Tabib said…
Very creative pictures that come with appropriate title ans story.

I don't know what are the shutter count of my 50D.
Hope you are clicking again with your new Conans.
johnny said…
La naturaleza se abre camino de nuevo con la llegada de la primavera. Sencillez y espectáculo a la vez en estas dos fotografías. Un abrazo
George said…
I'm sorry to hear about your camera problems. Your 20D certainly took wonderful pictures, but, of course, having a great eye as you do helps as well. I can understand the desire for two cameras. It's sometimes frustrating having to quickly change lenses, but I don't know how I would manage two camera bodies on hikes. Good luck with whatever you decide to do. I'm looking forward to more gret pictures.
Both beautiful shots!
Sorry your camera has died. Maybe this is a good sign that you get a new one?
--JB
Peter said…
I feel your pain! My Fujifilm FinePix S8000fd digital camera kicked the bucket last week! I may have to resort to using my father's box brownie for future posts! Great images too by the way. (I better say that before I go or you'll have my guts for garters)

Take Care,
Peter
Jeevan said…
Awesome capture here anna! Very sorry to know about the cam, and I too having a lens error warning sometime in my P & S cam and don’t know when it give trouble. Hope u get the nice one :)

Take care
Birdy Official said…
I'm so sorry to hear that your camera has become defective. Hoping we'll see more amazing pictures with your new camera.
Marvin said…
I would definitely fix the dead one, unless the repair costs as much as a new one.
Beautiful captures, dear Anna!!! Sorry to hear about your camera but it is exciting anticipating an updated one!!!

I am sooooo waiting for spring. We have had so much wind this winter. Have you?

Hugs, JJ
Max Coutinho said…
Hey Anna,

Yes, finally winter is coming to an end: thank God.
Well, I am not being totally fair here because Portugal kicked winter a month ago now...but still...the bloke (winter) is officially around until the 21st of March.

You, my dear, are an artist! And the camera is your brush :D.

Cheers
Swubird said…
Anna:

Beautiful, just beautiful. You are absolutely my most favorite nature photographer. And I have seen so many great pictures by so many talented blogger friends. All of you are great, but you are 110%.

Happy trails.
Your photos are breath-taking, Anna. Love the picture of you and your son on your avatar, too.

Hope you got the deal you wanted on the 7D. I love the newer and lighter cameras. That's one of the bonuses of having a newer one.
Lynda Lehmann said…
ANNA - The photos are gorgeous.

When I read your post title I gasped! Now I'm relieved to read that the post is about your camera. I was afraid you were going to tell us you're so busy with Matthew that you are leaving your blog for awhile. I'm glad that's not the case.

In case you are interested, I recently bought a Nikon point and shoot, which I find very handy for longer walks and hikes. I could not handle the weight of my D-SLR any longer, if I'm going to be carrying it for any length of time.

Let me know if you want to hear more about it!
Livingsword said…
The 20D is dead long live the 7D!

Very nice photos…they just pop off the screen!

Winter? I have heard of it, of course here in Vancouver it is the tropics having to cut down the palm trees like dandelions ;)
Anya said…
Hi Anna

We are waiting for spring
we can make lots of more shots :-)
Fantastic shots !!!!!

Have a nice week-end
hugs
Kareltje =^.^= ♥ Betsie >^.^<
Anya :)
Binky said…
Both are very nice shots. Too bad about your camera, but 100,000 shots sounds like it gave you a reasonably long life.
Zbyszek said…
Piękne, jesienne fotki, super ukazałaś nostalgię tej pory roku. Pozdrawiam Anno z Warmii:)
kRiZcPEc said…
nice shots - happy searching for a replacement. :)
Bergson said…
wonderfull

I do not understand why the pictures are so small on your blog
Andrea said…
Last Winter Days:The poetry of life beginning again...
(If you are watching the eos 7,have a look to eos 5:it costs more but it's a lifetime camera.
Believe me: I own one)
Dick said…
I like both pics, they are simple and pure. I can imagine you don't like to change lenses.
Donatella said…
fotki super! pozdrawiam miło
Pietro Brosio said…
Hello Anna, both very nice and enjoyable pictures! I find Canon cameras excellent, I have a Canon Powershot and it works so well.
Have a pleasant day!
Lovely photos, and I would say your 20D has served you well. I've been thinking of getting a point and shoot that could always be with me. Shiprock, one of my favourite photographers has just bought one. It has a 35X zoom! Here's the link to his picture of an owl using that camera: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ericksondrive/5432778010/

Whatever you buy, I know the photos will have the same wonderful "Anna" flavour that I so enjoy:)
Marka said…
Anna, thanks for stopping by! I always appreciate your insightful comments. My apologies for be tardy in replying, the past few days have been quite full. I don't think I've ever redesigned my blog, though I do occasionally revamp the colour scheme. Cheers!
Rajesh said…
Wonderful set of images. Very cool.
James Owens said…
Sorry about the camera. I know how attached we become to something that means so much, a photographer's connection to the world....

A lovely picture, this one spot of color in the landscape, like a warm breath, like hope :-)
John Maslowski said…
Beautiful images Anna, lovely close-up details. I'm with you, I don't like changing lenses especially when I'm out hiking. It's always good to have a backup camera. Having the 20d repaired would of course depend on the cost. Best of luck with purchasing your new camera.
Poor camera. Get it repaired, not worn out. It has done so much for you, and you anyway need 2 cameras :)

I love these 2 photos the amazing 20D has pixelled.
joshi daniel said…
outstanding images and hope you upgraded your camera!
RuneE said…
But the end also has its beauty. On has only to look for it - as you do. We have winter still too. It is now snowing.
Pietro Brosio said…
Thanks for your nice comment, Anna!
Have a very happy Sunday!
Marie said…
I like these photos very much :)
Anna,

Currently, price of 7D is not expensive in my opinion. I think this will be good opportunity to upgrade your photography gear. You will love 7D trust me.

By the way, you photos are nice as always.

Regards,
Digital Shutter Mania
Diva's Thoughts said…
Sorry about the camera.
Nancy J. Locke said…
Dropping by to see if you found spring yet, Anna? I am searching for the warmer weather.

Wild wave, dear. I really love these photos!!!

Hugs, JJ
Robert Kruh said…
Fantastic macro friend! Congrats
Sandee said…
Both photos are excellent. Yes everything has an end. Sigh.

Have a terrific day. :)
Doug said…
Really fantastic depth of focus here.