Need DSLR opinions...Want a new camera BAD!

Bayer-Z28

I've been druling over these DSLR's for a long time. I've also grown to realise that the camera I have now does not have the features I need to do the photography I like.

I'm druling over this Conon EOS Rebel XT DSLR . But there are a couple things I don't understand about it. What would I need a 1200 ISO for? -Noisy... But other than that I can figure most of it out. I am going thru the BX because I get a good deal.

Here's a link...I hope it works.

https://thor.aafes.com/ics/product.asp?dept_id=14300&pfid=I708A&drill=dept=1440//dept=14000//dept=14300//price=8&mscssid=3WD8SMGCLA0G8P2W88KQ18R3RVNK1LN5


Any other options, please let me know. I like the Canons, and DSLR.

W.W. Webster

Bayer-Z28 wrote:

Here's a link...I hope it works.

Not for me.

Bayer-Z28

Dang it... I broke the internet again... I'll fix it..

Anyway i can get it thru the BX (MIL store) for $780

Try this...

http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelDetailAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=11154

EDIT: I didn't think many other cameras were more user friendly then my lumix. I took a better look at the back of the EOS Rebel.... I was DEAD wrong.... DANG IT! I want this camera soo bad it almost hurts!

marlinspike

The BX is ripping you off. Without a lens B&H (bhphoto.com) has them for $622. I always thought BX's are supposed to be cheap, but then again I always thought they were called PX's. You can get the XTi that replaced it for $800 from B&H. Have you seen the reviews at dpreview.com? ISO 1600 isn't that bad on these from what I've heard. I know on a 20D I can make a 24x36 at iso 1600, and the recent Rebels (XT and XTi) are supposed to almost as low in noise. Speaking of which though, do they have any 20D's? Also, you can always get a good savings by buying used (fredmiranda.com has what is probably the most active buy and sell board).

BTW, for low noise at high ISO Canon beats all.

Bayer-Z28

*Subscribed for info*

Cool. This is exactly the kind of info I needed! THanx a lot! THat again is another reason why I joined this site! You guys letting me know about updates is MUCH appreciated!....

Will check out the site. It'll prolly be about three months on a STRICT budget. I REALLY want a camera like this!

What do you mean by W/o a lense?? I figured it would just come w/ a stocker...

EDIT: BTW I do see 20D's on the site.

marlinspike

Bayer-Z28 wrote:

*Subscribed for info*

Cool. This is exactly the kind of info I needed! THanx a lot! THat again is another reason why I joined this site! You guys letting me know about updates is MUCH appreciated!....

Will check out the site. It'll prolly be about three months on a STRICT budget. I REALLY want a camera like this!

What do you mean by W/o a lense?? I figured it would just come w/ a stocker...

EDIT: BTW I do see 20D's on the site.

Well...they come in both with and without the kit lens. With kit lens costs another $100. It's a cheapy, but it does get the job done.

I like the 20D more. For one, I think the thumbwheel on the back makes it more intuitive to use, plus it's better build quality. It's slightly lower res than the XTi, but it's also lower noise and faster fps. There's also the 30D which made some small upgrades to the 20D, but it's the same sensor, and the 20D's can be had for a lot cheaper since they are the last generation.

Bayer-Z28

Hmm... thanx again. I'm soakin this up like a sponge.

Lower res? Lower MP, right? Just clarifying. Still getting used to this Photog terminology and acronyms.

marlinspike

Bayer-Z28 wrote:

Hmm... thanx again. I'm soakin this up like a sponge.

Lower res? Lower MP, right? Just clarifying. Still getting used to this Photog terminology and acronyms.

Right. XTi is 10MP and 20D is 8MP.