What Say The Experts?? Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera??

[Boston Mangler]

Hey Guys

I am finally going to pull the trigger and get a nicer camera.

I want a higher end digital that is idiot friendly and i wont outgrow too quickly that has many lense options available.

I dont want to spend more then $1000 to start off and this looks like a great option from everything i have read:

Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera (http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=14256)

Anyone care to add their thoughts?

Thanks

[\\'anderer]

I am not an expert and have no experience with higher end digital SLRs but I have the XTI and love it.
I did take the advice of the resident experts and ditched the kit lens and went for a nicer lens.

[Boston Mangler]

I did take the advice of the resident experts and ditched the kit lens and went for a nicer lens.

Thanks!

I will be using the "Kit" lense for awhile, as this is a big expense for me.

Is it that bad?

[\\'anderer]

The kit lens is a fine lens, works great. I wanted to go with a "L" series lens. I had money from selling my old system and wanted one of the high end lenses. I actually picked it up used from another ExPo member:jumping: .

[Boston Mangler]

The kit lens is a fine lens, works great. I wanted to go with a "L" series lens. I had money from selling my old system and wanted one of the high end lenses. I actually picked it up used from another ExPo member:jumping: .

Cool!

Thanks, this is ALL new to me! I am a photog retard! :D

[bigreen505]

From the images I have seen it is reasonable. I know some people you used it with Leica lenses as a travel camera.

[goodtimes]

The only thing I don't like about the XTi, is the physically small body. It is harder to hold on to than the larger bodies of either the original dRebel, or the 20D/30D....put a long lens on it and it only gets worse. I suggest getting ahold of one and seeing how it feels, if you haven't already.

The kit lens is not all that bad. In fact, if you keep the aperture set around 9.0, it is pretty reasonable. I still use that lens more than my other lenses combined.

[Boston Mangler]

The only thing I don't like about the XTi, is the physically small body. It is harder to hold on to than the larger bodies of either the original dRebel, or the 20D/30D....put a long lens on it and it only gets worse. I suggest getting ahold of one and seeing how it feels, if you haven't already.

The kit lens is not all that bad. In fact, if you keep the aperture set around 9.0, it is pretty reasonable. I still use that lens more than my other lenses combined.

Thanks Guys!

I will go play some touchy feely before i buy.

Any other suggestions in the $900 or so range?

I am a big fan of Canons as i have used their cheapys for years with awesome results!

[tdesanto]

Hey Guys
...Canon Digital Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera (http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=14256)

Anyone care to add their thoughts?


Nikon

[Boston Mangler]

Nikon

Has anyone told you that you are a man of many words??

I didnt think so! :)

[tdesanto]

Sorry, I couldn't seem to hold back my evil twin. :violent-smiley-031:

[Boston Mangler]

Sorry, I couldn't seem to hold back my evil twin. :violent-smiley-031:

Ok, lets recap:

-You live in Texas
-You drive a Mitsubishi
-You have a split personality!

You are scaring me, i need an adult!!!!

:D

Ok, back on topic folks! :)

[tdesanto]

Seriously though.

Consider saving a few bucks by not purchasing the kit lens and upgrading to better glass.

Don't think of it as wasting money, think of it as spending your money once instead of twice. The glass is twice, if not five times, more important than the camera body.

Plus, once you've invested in good glass, you'll hang on to it much longer than a camera body. You may even go through 3-5 bodies before you replace a solid lens.

[tdesanto]

Ok, lets recap:

-You live in Texas
-You drive a Mitsubishi
-You have a split personality!

You are scaring me, i need an adult!!!!

:D

Ok, back on topic folks! :)

Pretty damn funny. :sport_box

Don't be scared.

It's okay to drive something other than a Toyota, just as it's okay to shoot with something other than a Nikon.

Plus, not everyone from Texas looks like this: :gunt:

[Desertdude]

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/423708-REG/Canon_1234B004_EOS_30D_Digital_Camera.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/397662-USA/Canon_0344B002_24_105mm_f_4L_IS_USM.html





call it done until you want a longer lens ;)

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/186153-USA/Canon_2534A002_Telephoto_EF_600mm_f_4_0L.html







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[Boston Mangler]

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/423708-REG/Canon_1234B004_EOS_30D_Digital_Camera.html

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/397662-USA/Canon_0344B002_24_105mm_f_4L_IS_USM.html





call it done until you want a longer lens ;)

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/186153-USA/Canon_2534A002_Telephoto_EF_600mm_f_4_0L.html







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Thanks Dude But That is over 2k

Looking for a nice 1k or lower "starter" setup! :D

[adventureduo]

Like i said in other posts on this board... i've seen \\'anderer's XTI's pics.. and another a SLR D camera on the same run and i couldn't tell the difference. For the price you can't go wrong.

[jeffryscott]

If you aren't opposed to used, a 20D or 30D may suit you better, but that is from an ergonomic standpoint. As someone just getting into a DSLR, you need to decide if you want the camera to do the work for you, or if you want to learn what the controls do.

The 20/30D's are more solidly built and good values can be had.

That said, take a trip to the computer or camera store and take a look at the Nikon's, Canon's and the Olympus (I had a 4/3 Olympus, the E1 and it is an incredible camera, well built, weather sealed, etc ... There are many things about it I prefer over the Canon's I currently use)

See which one "feels" right, no matter the brand of the top three. All will do a fine job, all have advantages, disadvantages. Kind of like the trucks on this board, no matter which brand, they will do the job and the brand doesn't matter so much.

Good luck.

[tdesanto]

Check out the D80. I know it’s slightly more than you wanted to spend, but it’s a very nice camera. Your budget requirements are a bit tight for these recommendations, but very close.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/449061-REG/Nikon_25412_D80_SLR_Digital_Camera.html (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/449061-REG/Nikon_25412_D80_SLR_Digital_Camera.html)

Lens recommendations are tough until I know what type of photography you want to do. Short of any further info, here are a couple good general performers:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/324190-USA/Nikon_2149_18_70mm_f_3_5_4_5_G_AFS_ED_IF.html (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/324190-USA/Nikon_2149_18_70mm_f_3_5_4_5_G_AFS_ED_IF.html)

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/449087-USA/Nikon_2162_18_135mm_f_3_5_5_6_ED_IF_AF_S.html (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/449087-USA/Nikon_2162_18_135mm_f_3_5_5_6_ED_IF_AF_S.html)

These will give you a decent wide angle (equivalent to 28mm in 35mm terms) and a little bit of reach. Both should be great for portrait work too if you take family pictures or are into portrait photography. If you’re into landscapes/scenics/etc., then you’ll want to get something wider…but that can be a purchase made later after you’ve spent some time with it.

The best advice I ever heard after I did it backwards (expensive body and cheap lenses) was to get the best glass you can afford and then find a body that will work for you. If you still want to stay under $1K, then consider the D40 with the 10MP sensor and the more expensive lens (vs. kit). The lens you’ll probably keep way after you upgrade the body. I think this is especially true in the digital world today. With film cameras, if you already had a great lens and wanted to improve image quality you could always change film. Now, you have to change camera bodies to improve in some areas of image quality. So, I think the digital bodies are more like computers, you'll replace them every 3-5 years. A good lens is more of an investment that you'll hang on to.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/486460-REG/Nikon_25424_D40x_Digital_Camera_Camera.html (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/486460-REG/Nikon_25424_D40x_Digital_Camera_Camera.html)

Or here’s the whole setup with 2GB of memory too: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/494403-REG/Nikon__D40x_Digital_Camera_Kit.html (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/494403-REG/Nikon__D40x_Digital_Camera_Kit.html)

BTW, B&H is a great place to buy your gear. Good “real” prices and good customer service.

Good luck.

TD

[Ursidae69]

I'm really happy with my Rebel XT and I'd move up to the XTi without hesitation if I had the extra dough.

IMHO, better quality glass and photographer skill are more important for a good photo than the camera body.