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Canon Digital Rebel Xt I am looking into this camera. it would be my first SLR and I'm not too sure about it. i've heard just as many cons and pros about SLR's, mostly with DSL's. I am currently shooting with a Fujifilm S3000 point and shoot model. Just wondering if I could get some tips and comments about this camera. Or, if anyone knows of a better started DSLR that is affordable, that would be GREATLY GREATLY appreciated. I have about a $800 dollar cap and would like to spend as little as possible. but I have seens that the camera bodies alone are quite expensive depending on what you would like, and on top of that so are the lenses. I'd like a camera with the greatest selection of lenses, but not cheap low quality ones. In general, I need help! I have been shooting for going on 4 years and know quite a bit about the subject, just not that of DSLR's. Sorry if this is a little bit jumbled, but I don't have much time to write this =] Please get back to me with any tips and suggestions, Much thanks! ~Dave
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Phillip Corcoran |
Hi David. Your fortunate in one sense that you don't have any SLR lenses to influence your decision (many film lenses will fit digital SLRs so buyers tend to stick with that lens mount to save money). In your case you can look at all there is available without any such influence. The current crop of DSLRs at the 'non-pro' level are: Let me say first of all they are all cracking good cameras which you will not outgrow anytime soon, and all well made. No two people are alike, and what may be a perfect fit for one, may be awkward to use for someone else. Go to a large, well-stocked dealer and ask to hold each of the models I've listed above. Don't buy on sight alone. If you buy on sight alone then find it's awkward to use, you won't want to use it. And they cost too much to risk that.
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Thanks for the info Phillip, It really does make sense that no two people are alike, thus everyone will like a different feel of camera. I have actually beengoing back and forth with a photographer friend of my dads, and he has told me for what I want to do, the Nikon D70 would work very well, so I'm currently taking that into account as well. I am planning on going to a store(such as Ritz cameras) to lok at some models first hand and get the feel for them.(Although I won't be buying from them becuase they seem to be outrageously prived there)Much thanks again for the tips, appreciate it! =] Aloha and talk to you later, ~Dave
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Phillip Corcoran |
Glad to be of service Dave. I didn't list the D70 (now upgraded to the D70s)because it costs more than the D50 and I only wanted to list the cheapest of each brand for first-time buyers. The D70 is, however, an excellent choice if you can afford it, and has a stronger metal body compared to the cheaper D50 which is largely plastic (allbeit well screwed together). Best wishes and enjoy your new camera whatever you decide on! Pip
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Denyse Clark |
I have the Rebel XT, and like Phillip said, it was because I had the Rebel G 35mm and already had lots of $$ invested in lenses. The upgrade to the XT was cost effective. BUT I don't regret it. I love my camera. I don't have any comparision because it's all I ever owned, but it's been an awesome beginner camera in my opinion. Happy shopping!!
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Robyn Gwilt |
I'm a Canon EOS 350D fan (Rebel XT) - check out BP as well and see what pix are shot with the various camera's - brand for brand. I've also had a Canon SLR in the past, so had some lenses - but I agree with Denyse - I LOVE MY CAMERA!!!!
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Ok everyone, thanks for the info and opinions! Love having BP to come to ask these kinds of questions, lol. I'm looking online for a (legitimate) refurbished D70, hoping I can find it for relatively cheaper than buying brand new. Oh well, the search continues! Part of the fun I guess, talk to you all later, Aloha,
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Richard C. DeYoung |
I am setting here looking at my new Canon rebel XT 350 and my sons new Nikon D50. Both have Kit lenses. Both take great pic's. The Nikon D50 cost $690.00 at BestBuy minus a card. The Canon $825.00 Minus the card. The D50 is larger and weighs more than the Canon and seems to handle better. Both have a large selection of accessories. I vote for the Nikon D50.
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Craig m. Zacarelli |
nikon, canon, canon, nikon....lol Get the one that fits you best. Nikon D70 is nice...I have the canon XT, love it. I would like the 20D canon but its still too much money..lol I cant help you decide but be advised..there is a pretty good bit of a learning curve with a dslr that allot of people comming off a pretty good point and shoot cant seem to deal with. Its more work and more to learn but once you do, youll find that you can never get these results with a point and shoot... Craig-
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Thanks for the info Craig, I'll definitely keep all of that in mind as I make my decision, the final decision that is, it's switched a couple times now, lol. Talk to you all later and thanks again for the help, Aloha,
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Sandra |
David, I have a canon elan 7e (film) which I love. My friend has a nikon d70s that I've been useing, and WOW it's a Great camera. I want a digital camera but can't make up my mind on the nikon or the canon. Please let us know which one you get.
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I'll let ya know as soon as I finally do choose one, I still have to get the funds together though. I will probably have enough (hopefully) within the next month or two. Take it easy, Aloha,
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anonymous |
I also have the Canon 350 XT and LOVE IT!!!! It is very user friendly, and I get stunning photos from it. Don't forget, you can always get better lenses etc. Any SLR you will be able to do marco photography with, it just depends on how good the marco lense is that you buy for it!
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