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<p>Thank you for all of your responses! I'm researching your suggestions.</p>

<p>I was wondering what your suggestions were for a good tripod for my Canon 5D. I am a grad student on a budget (I was given the Canon through a grant). I do a lot of macro studio work. I have broken several tripods. I want to invest in a good quality tripod that will support and anchor my camera but also won't have me not eating for a month. Thanks for your help!</p>

<p>I've rented a 30D and 40D before and noticed it was much better then my Rebel. How does the difference between the 5D and 30D/40Ds compare?</p>

<p>Thanks Tom for letting me know about the camera. I just spoke to my rep and she worked out with the publisher to give me a $5,000 advance for the book. I was thinking I would use it to buy a used 5D. I want to make sure I am producing the best quality images I can. I set-up detailed diorama type scenes made out of paper then photograph them. What do people think of the idea of buying a used 5D? I found a body on Adorama for $1,400.</p>

<p>Thanks for all of your comments. I'm going to see if I can find a better deal and look into those other models while hopefully getting my camera back.</p>

<p>I am a photography student and I stupidly let me friend borrow my Rebel XT which she never returned no matter how many times I have asked. I'm in a bind for the summer because I have to shoot images for a children's book for a publisher and other projects, but don't really have money to buy an expensive digital slr. I was wondering if buying a used 20D would be a good replacement for my Rebel. I found a body for around $400.00. If anyone have any suggestions for what I should do other then ring my friends neck, I'd appreciate it. Thanks!</p>