That's a good point, but I doubt she'd know the camera's value unless someone told her. I guess I could get it insured, but since those aren't thousand dollar cameras, I don't think it would be worth it.
I am interested in knowing which camera you settled on, especially considering that mirrorless cameras aren't that cheap? Hopefully, this stirs up her interest in photography and enhances her skills.
She was the valedictorian of her class and is always looking to help others, so I wanted to buy her something special. Unfortunately, I couldn't get her the camera. Her parents nixed the idea because of the expense, and they wanted her to concentrate on school. My niece is an adult (barely), but I didn't want to rock the boat with my sister. Since the coronavirus changed the academic landscape, my niece is attending most of her college classes online, so I bought her a laptop instead. It was actually less expensive than the camera and since it could be used for her coursework, her parents were okay with it. If she's still interested in photography in a year or two I'm springing for the Canon. She never asks for anything and is incredibly appreciative of anything she's given.
A laptop is a good option since it can still be of use if your niece decides to pursue photography. I believe that if she has the passion and interest coupled with dedication, she'll end up being successful not only as a photographer but in anything else she sets pursues!
I have heard a lot about that camera and I have been seriously thinking about buying it. So far, most of my photos are not professional since I only take them with my phone. My smart phone has a pretty decent camera though.
Excellent point! I think that these major brands recognize the need to encourage would-be photographers to advance gradually. It is no surprise that some people worry about buying an expensive camera and losing interest afterward!
