When you have GAS and no money...

Klarno wrote:

Having a major GAS attack. There are so many things I want.

I cancelled my order for a Kipon shift adapter and got a Fuji Instax printer instead.

I could really use a new laptop, but the way I want to use it I'd be better off waiting until USB-C is available in more machines.

What else in the digital camera world do I really, really want...

• The Olympus 14-150 f/4.0-5.6 II. That alone would solve every problem I have in Great Sand Dunes. But elsewhere? Probably unnecessary.
• Trade my 11-22 and 14-54 for a used 12-60. But I think I like the 11-22 more than I like the money that would net me.
• A lightweight wide zoom. I hate taking pictures on my phone, don't especially want a compact, so I need something to go lightweight but still flexible with my E-PM2 (I gave the 14-42 II R to my girlfriend, who's using my E-PL1). So I was looking at the Panasonic 12-35 or the Sony 16-50. Probably the Panasonic, because I'd also have to get a NEX telephoto if I got the Sony and that would make the whole thing less cost effective.
• The Sony 16mm f/2.8 is only $75 right now...lackluster lens according to all reviews but I think I could make it work...
• a used Olympus 50-200 f/2.8-3.5.
• a used Olympus 50mm f/2.0 macro.

But I just saw a refurbished first generation Lytro for $50. So I pulled the trigger on that. I already have what I need, I think it's time to just have some fun.

Fun post.

Luckily I can afford gear for the moment as long as I don't get too cheeky ...

I do remember a time when I was a teenager and truly had no money - in those days a film Agfa Silette that I had been given was my only gear and a GAS attack was being able to afford film to put in it .....