Upgrading from Rebel XT? I just bought a Rebel XT a few months ago. Do you think it's worth upgrading to XTi?
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Yes, I do. I'm going to do the same thing. For me, it's the LCD. I simply can't see the LCD on my XT except with glasses on and the new LCD means being able to tell keepers from trash on the spot. That, the new AF and the 10.1mp are all good reasons to upgrade.
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I'd say it depends on how much money you have. If you have a gazillion dollars, and like to upgrade your electronics every time a newer version comes out, then yes. If not, then wait ~2 years and upgrade from the XT to the SuperDuper XTi++ Championship Pro Extreme. (The Canon digital SLRs seem to have about a 1.5 year life span before being upgraded.)
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I agree. I love my XT but I also have to put my reading glasses on to view my photos because of the small screen. I've check out the new screen on the XTi and I can read it without my glasses!
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I found the XTi heavy and not great ergonomically. The viewfinder is dark compared to the D40x and while the XTi has more settings usually in this market range that doesn't mean much to the buyer. I love the D40x and with the kit lens and a 55-200 mm VR (which Amazon sells at a very reasonable price) lens it is all you will ever need.
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Thanks for your review and great job on the research. I need your opinion on something. Although, the current price of the XT and and XTi is less than $200.00. difference, the List price is the XTI is twice as much as the XI. I kind of agree that the XTi isn't really much of an upgrade over the XTi and some of the superior features of the XIT I'm not really to concern about except the 8MP and 10MP. I'm not a proffesional or anything like nor I plan to do large prints, but should I pay those extra bucks just for 10MP? Please help anyone.
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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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I looked at shopcartusa.com, and most of the listings there seem very suspicious because: - Those offers are all from vendors I've never heard of before. - All vendors have perfect ratings (5 out of 5 starts). - Prices are ridiculously low ($200-300 for the Rebel XTi body). I can bet if you actually try to order the Rebel XTi for $200, you will be told that: 1. It does not come with US warranty 2. The price is for 'body only'. You have to pay $200 more for the rechargeable battery, charger, user manual and software. (even though those are all included in the original package) 3. You must also buy a 2GB memory for $200 to qualify for this low price. 4. Finaly, it is on back-order - unless you order the body with a 3rd-party lens and flash unit that add another $600 to your cost. So eventually, you'll end up paying over $1200 for a grey-market camera kit.
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DEFINITELY go with the T5i. I was thinking the same, but the extra features, newer & better tech, MANUAL video mode (light settings) and such were a great addition. This camera is great for the starting shooter or amateur. I went from little knowledge to taking masterpieces. Go for the T5i. You won't regret it.
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I would argue that paying the little extra money for the T4i is completely worth it. It has a newer faster processor and a new touch screen that makes navigating the controls a breeze! I owned the T2i for two years and upgraded to the T4i and it has been fantastic. It's important to get a good lens to really show what your camera can do. I recommend the Tamron 28-75 2.8 lens. It's an overall pretty awesome lens. that's just a side note though. Hope this helps!
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I am in the same boat, XSi or D90. Right now, I am leaning towards the Xsi, for around $650 at Amazon, this is a big savings, the camera was $900 in April. I would like the video option, and I believe that the Nikon will provide better detail in low light. However, I still am having a hard time justifying the extra, almost $600. I could almost buy another Xsi for that difference. I am not sure that the price difference is justified.
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I was looking at the 28-135 for my Rebel xti....let me know how you like once you get a chance to try it out.
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I believe rebel xt has a smaller body than T3i so it may not fit. It may be lose from the edges.
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At this point, I'd say the 30D really doesn't have a lot of discernable advantages over the prosumer XTI model, besides availability. Historically, the higher end cameras have had sturdier chassis (which I would assume is still the case) as well as more configurable features and functions. Oh and resolution. Duh. Now that the XTI has been significantly improved, it seems only logical that the 30D is next in line for upgrades, probably before the actual release of the XTI. Or maybe the 30D will be killed entirely. I'm waiting for the XTI.
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I have the Rebel XTI and I've taken some great close up pictures with the Canon 100mm f2.8 macro. I also have the 70-200mm f/4, 17-55mm f2.8, 85mm f1.8 and the 17-40 f/4, but my favorite is the 100mm macro with the 70-200mm f/4 a very close second.
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I own them both, and have been using them in my portriat studio for a while now. i'll say this, theres really not much difference in the two cameras, a few minor upgrades in the xti, what it boils down to is image quality, and from what i've seen they are equal. Just as fyi, I have been able to get prints as large as 20x30 from both cameras with excellent results.
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Todd- I've talked to a few professional photographers and semi-professionals and they've all said the same thing...the XT is an excellent camera and the differences between the two are not worth the extra money. Buy the XT and invest in a good lens. Those with "is usm" have autofocus and image stabilization. By chance, have you ever ordered a camera through Amazon before? I'm wondering if it will contain the original USA Warranty. Thanks and Good Luck!
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I'm no expert, but during my research on the same question I found the following: 1) The difference between The 8MP on the XT and 10MP on the XTi is virtually undetectable until you attempt very large prints. At standard sharp resolution (300 DPI) even a 7.2 MP camera will give you an excellent 8X10 print. You really need 12MP over an 8MP camera to see results in smaller prints. Unless you think you'll print larger than 12X16, your eye likely won't detect any difference in quality between the XT and XTi. 2) The XTi has more Megapixels on the same sensor - this can add more noise at higher ISO settings and from my research it seems the XT may actually take a sharper picture in many cases. But for your own opinion - here is a head to head XTi - TX picture comparison: http://www.dimagemaker.com/article.php?articleID=732 3) Opinions on the noise levels of the XTi vary, here is a good conversation on the subject, some here own both XT and XTi: http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1031&message=20548088 4) The XTI's dust cleaning system is as yet unproven - meaning that many owners of the XTi (professional and otherwise) are not exactly convinced the dust removal feature does what its supposed to. Over all, I found that some people were rather irritated with Canon - theorizing that Canon simply put out an XTi 10-mega pixel model with a few bells and whistles to compete with the other manufacturers. In effect, canon created technologically superior camera that may take inferior photographs. The XTi is an excellent camera, but perhaps not a clear upgrade over the XT. On the upside, the XTi does have a bigger LCD screen and a 9-point auto focus. The XT has a 7-point system that some say can have issues auto focusing with faster lenses. Those faster lenses are typically very expensive and professional grade so the majority of amateur / semi-pro XT users have no complaints. After my research, I went with the XT. Hope this helps
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I think I was misunderstood? When I bought my 50D, it was a toss up between the 5D and the new (at that time) 50D with a couple of kit lenses. I chose the 50D (newer tech wise and more stuff) and I'm satisfied for now. If and when I upgrade, it would be the latest (tech wise) full frame Canon like the 5DMkII. I was just thanking John M. and ED F for validating my non-researched decision to go 50D instead of older 5D at the time.Bob
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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.