Canon 60D or T3i? Trying to decide which camera to get, both have the same quality picture, the t3i is lighter, is lighter better? I feel like it wouldn't be able to hold lenses very well, the weight would not balance correctly... Which one is BETTER? Canon 60D or T3i? Trying to decide which camera to get, both have the same quality picture, the t3i is lighter, is lighter better? I feel like it wouldn't be able to hold lenses very well, the... » Read More Canon 60D or T3i? Trying to decide which camera to get, both have the same quality picture, the t3i is lighter, is lighter better? I feel like it wouldn't be able to hold lenses very well, the weight would not balance correctly... Which one is BETTER? « Show Less
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Try them in person, they are very similar cameras; the XXD series usually has better ergonomics over the Rebels. Balancing lenses is an interesting consideration, neither will balance with really huge lenses...
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The additional external controls for the 60D, and external LCD panel are worth it alone. So nice to be able to meter externally, and not have to do as much menu diving.
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My next purchase will be a D60 with the 50mm 1.4 lens. I have shot 100s of weddings and portraits with my Rebel 300D and a 17-85 zoom, since 2003. At my day job we use a 5D and D60 with L lenses for stills. The D60 will be an ENORMOUS upgrade from my 8 year old Rebel. I shoot video for a living, so the D60 will be a nice addition to my personal cameras.
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It depends on the lenses. Today lenses have plastic bodies, Up to 300 mm they should be no problem, I guess. I am considering both, but for other reasons, and I am waiting for a good sale. I saw a Zcostco offer of 60D with a 55-250 (? maybe,) lens at a good price.
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These two cameras are very similar. The advantages of the T3i: It has a flip-out screen, and a battery with a longer life than the SL1. But the SL1 is "newer" than the T3i, and therefore it has some tech advantages: (1) It is 30% lighter and smaller than the T3i (and this is a significant advantage when you carry the camera all day); (2) It provides continuous auto-focus for videos (which the T3i does not provide); (3) It has a "touch screen" for enlarging and shrinking shot playback; and (4) It offers in-camera HDR. Since technology is constantly improving the quality of cameras and sensors, I would opt for the "newer" vs. the "older" DSLR releases.
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T3i is next version of T3. It is 18MP compared to 12MP in T3. Also T3i can shoot videos at 1080p with 30fps (T3 can only shoot 720p videos)
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Both are very good cameras, but do you want the pixils and movie features of the 70D, also I think the body is better on the 70D. Again the T4i is more than enough camera, the 70D should take you to the next level.
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The T4i is worth it. The new processor, plus the touch screen and video recording time of up to 29:59 minutes are amazing. My advice is if you can afford it, make sure to buy it with the 18-135mm STM lens instead of the 18-55mm non STM. Matched with that lens this camera can effectively compete with some of the more expensive ones. I would get this instead of the T3i
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"Actually, the T3 has the better image quality. Cramming more megapixels onto the same size chip, just gives you a noisier picture, with less dynamic range."That's the problem with generalizations - they aren't always true. The sensor in the T3 is one or two generations behind the T3i's sensor. Sensor technology has improved with each generation. Even though it has fewer pixels, for example, my old 8MP Canon 30D certainly does not offer better image quality than my 18MP 7D. In fact, there's simply no contest between the two at ISO 1600.
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The T4i offers small but noticeable improvements over the T3i. I have both; to be honest, both are very nice cameras for advanced amateurs/enthusiasts. I would spend the extra for the T4i. Rumors are that Canon will introduce a new Rebel this year, so ...
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I personally am getting the T1i for my first DSLR. I have a film SLR and an advanced P&S; type camera that I use now. I consider myself and advanced amateur and understand how to manipulate the manual settings. The XSi and the T1i are not vastly different as far as how the menu's or controls are set up. The T1i is more advanced as far as sensor, megapixels, LCD screen resolution, and the fact that it can do video if you want it to. For the extra money, I want the T1i's extra features.
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The 7D is clearly the better camera but it may or may not be the better camera for you. The 7D has an incredible level of customization and other small and large features that can go a long way to making your job easier. If you're willing to take the time and effort to understand it and set it up for your style of photography, it can really help streamline your photography. If you just need a very competent camera, however, the 60D may be more than enough.
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More bang for your buck will be the XTi, since it is cheaper and you honestly won't get much better photos from the 40D. However, if you can swing the money, I wholeheartedly recommend the 40D. I recently upgraded from the XT to the 40D. The additional controls make it so much easier to change settings, the larger size feels more balanced, etc etc. However, the XTi is a great camera, and don't feel bad about buying that either! It's a nice upgrade from my XT, which I loved for 2 years. You honestly can't go wrong with either one. Go to a store and handle each and see if one feels better in your hands than the other. More bang for your buck will be the XTi, since it is cheaper and you honestly won't get much better photos from the 40D. However, if you can swing the money, I wholeheartedly recommend the 40D. I recently upgraded from the XT to the 40D. The additional controls make it so much easier to change settings, the larger size feels more balanced, etc etc. However, the XTi is a great camera, and don't feel bad about buying that either! It's a nice upgrade from my XT, which I loved for 2 years. You honestly can't go wrong with either one. Go to a store and handle each and see if one feels better in... » Read More More bang for your buck will be the XTi, since it is cheaper and you honestly won't get much better photos from the 40D. However, if you can swing the money, I wholeheartedly recommend the 40D. I recently upgraded from the XT to the 40D. The additional controls make it so much easier to change settings, the larger size feels more balanced, etc etc. However, the XTi is a great camera, and don't feel bad about buying that either! It's a nice upgrade from my XT, which I loved for 2 years. You honestly can't go wrong with either one. Go to a store and handle each and see if one feels better in your hands than the other. « Show Less
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I used XTi for 3 weeks and exchanged with 30D. with no hesitation buy 30D.1. 30D is way better than XTi2. Does well in low light3. Feels good in hand, where as XTI is small, to many controls in too little space4. 30D build quality is good, worth the price5. Quality of the pic is also good6. Don't worry about 10MP of XTi7. I love 5frames per sec and quality of each pic in burst mode8. At room light, 30D did very good, kit lens did better than XTI w/ 17-85 IS
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In same boat, Bob. I'm buying the D80. Cheaper, and less weight/bulk. I test drove a 30D and did not like the ergonomics. Have been waiting for a D70s replacement, and it's here!
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The 30D, as noted by others, is a much sturdier camera. In addition, keep in mind that it shoots at a faster rate (5 fps), has a more ergonomic set of controls, and shoots better in low light-- ranging all the way up to 3200 ISO after expansion.I wouldn't be surprised to see Canon offer a similar jump to 10.1 MP or higher in this price range soon, more to compete with Nikon's D80 and D200 than to compete with their own product.That said, I'm adding the XTi as a backup to my existing 20D.
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this question is a very hard to ansewer , there is no much diference of the image quality between the two,the 50D has 5 more mp but it won't make huge dif. un less you print all your pict. poster size ,the ergonomics are very similar as well, at the end is the price who makes the diference, at this moment the 40D is a better deal, You can get one for less than 300..if you want to spend more, try to get the 60D instead.
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This Camera is in class kind of the middle of the road for the top end of Canon, BUT! I have had really good quality pictures with this camera. The movies have be very good also. Keep in mind that a camera is just a camera with out the right lens or settings for each shot.But if you don't have a lot of money to spend on a camera then the Canon T4i should work for you well... Go to my site and view my photography work. This will give you and idea on what kind of photography you will be turning out with this camera... You be the judge. https://www.facebook.com/PhotoByJamesPhotograohy?ref=hl This Camera is in class kind of the middle of the road for the top end of Canon, BUT! I have had really good quality pictures with this camera. The movies have be very good also. Keep in mind that a camera is just a camera with out the right lens or settings for each shot.But if you don't have a lot of money to spend on a camera then the Canon T4i should work for you well... Go to my site and view my photography work. This will give you and idea on what kind of photography you will be turning out with this camera... You be the judge.... » Read More This Camera is in class kind of the middle of the road for the top end of Canon, BUT! I have had really good quality pictures with this camera. The movies have be very good also. Keep in mind that a camera is just a camera with out the right lens or settings for each shot.But if you don't have a lot of money to spend on a camera then the Canon T4i should work for you well... Go to my site and view my photography work. This will give you and idea on what kind of photography you will be turning out with this camera... You be the judge. https://www.facebook.com/PhotoByJamesPhotograohy?ref=hl « Show Less
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There is no "correct" choice, it is all up to you. The 30D is a good camera at a lower price, but uses previous generation technology. The 40D is the 30D's replacement and has the latest technology and higher cost. If your more concerned with money, go with the 30D. If you are more concerned with having the latest technology, get the 40D. Beyond that, look at each model and choose based on the features you want or need most.
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The Canon T3 Camera (Canon's economy class) DSLR with standard KIT 18-55mm Lens is of lesser quality Lens than their "EOS Rebel i" series (T2i, T3i, T5i, etc.), with their EF-S (Electronic Focus Stabilized) Lenses. However, the Sigma "AF" (Auto Focus) Series Lenses made for Canon products are essentially compatible with all Canon Cameras that use the EF-S type Lens mounting system. Make certain that the Sigma Lens 18-250mm you chose is the "AF" (Auto Focus), EF-S type for Canon. If you are still skeptical, send a note to Sigma Support, and they can provide absolute confirmation. One of the Lenses I utilize is a Sigma 18250mm "AF" on a Canon T2i, and Canon 60D. P.S. Just as FYI, the Canon 60D Camera is becoming a bit dated (some 3yrs. old since its initial release), but is still produced. Although the 70D is the newer version, and other makes/models have more features, the 60D is a powerful very versatile DSLR with lots of flexibilities, and provides excellent imagery results.