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jlk3scrapper
Vogue SISter (3006)
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# Posted: 18 Jun 2008 09:26
trying to look into the future of if i upgrade from my Rebel XT...which model is better? or i would just like opinions!!
i have learned a TON this year with my camera and photography and feel like i am going to "outgrow" my current camera.
thank you for your help and suggestions!!! :)
xo
Jen
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AmberUlmer
Big SIS (4217)
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# Posted: 18 Jun 2008 09:31
We just recently decided on the 40D instead of the 5D for several reasons...
Price being one.
We were ready for the 5D because of our business but decided that we would make that leap later.
Jen, what are you reasons for upgrading? Just out growing your camera? Wanting more megapixels? More features? Business?
Just wanna help!
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Courtney DeLaura
Vogue SISter (3475)
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# Posted: 18 Jun 2008 09:59
I love the 40D it is much faster
captures 6.5 frames per second
where the 5D does like 3.5fps
the 5D doesn't have a crop ratio like
the 40D does. The crop ratio is 1:6 on the
40D and 5D has a full frame sensor. so that
is something to think about...
I chose the 40D because of the price. Then in a little while
I will get the 5D and use the 40D as a back up camera.
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AmberUlmer
Big SIS (4217)
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# Posted: 18 Jun 2008 10:08
I love the 40D it is much faster
captures 6.5 frames per second
where the 5D does like 3.5fps
the 5D doesn't have a crop ratio like
the 40D does. The crop ratio is 1:6 on the
40D and 5D has a full frame sensor. so that
is something to think about...
I chose the 40D because of the price. Then in a little while
I will get the 5D and use the 40D as a back up camera.
court... ur SOOO on it... perfectly said!!!
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kylissa
Model SISter (2253)
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# Posted: 18 Jun 2008 10:12
okay- not to switch topics but it still fits and because BOTH of my "photography idols" are posting- which camera do you recommend for a virgin slr user? i have a point and shoot and want to upgrade to my first slr...which one do you recommend? canon rebel? nikon d40? i heart canon but heard great things about nikon... (i am also in the process of reading "understanding exposure")
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AmberUlmer
Big SIS (4217)
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# Posted: 18 Jun 2008 10:18
I first got a canon rebel xt.
It was a wonderful first time dslr for me.
I can only speak from my experience.
something important w/any dslr is having a fast and great lens. the canon 50mm 1.8 is amazing. cheap... $80 and fast.
We can have a separate lens discussion and there might already be on the photog board somewhere if you want to search for it.
hope that helps kylissa... and ur a sweetie...
and yes... read read read over and over that book!
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angiedelarie
Haute SISter (884)
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# Posted: 18 Jun 2008 10:24
Yes getting camera's is a hard choice >>
I went for a Nikon >> love them
And grew up playing with my dad's one when i was youger..
Taking photo's of dad's minerals or those crystals
Hooked me on photography!!!!
Sorry got off the topic totally >>hehe
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Courtney DeLaura
Vogue SISter (3475)
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# Posted: 18 Jun 2008 10:27
i really think starting with the brand new digi rebel would be best...
easy to learn. You'll love it.
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angiedelarie
Haute SISter (884)
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# Posted: 18 Jun 2008 10:31
i really think starting with the brand new digi rebel would be best...
easy to learn. You'll love it.
I agree start with something like this >> not me i was just rambling!!!hehe
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amykiane
Vogue SISter (3789)
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# Posted: 18 Jun 2008 12:33
i agree with starting with the digirebel.
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jlk3scrapper
Vogue SISter (3006)
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# Posted: 19 Jun 2008 09:10
wow! this thread really did get hijacked!!! LOL!
reasons for upgrading? Just out growing your camera? Wanting more megapixels? More features? Business?
yep...all of the above!! :)
and i am really wanting to do some research NOW! b/c like i said this is an investment that will be made in the future.
i am also sure that Canon will come out with new models after the first of the year, esp with with all of the hype that the Nikon 300D has been getting!
but ya, business is definitely a consideration as well. there is a market here for more candid, casual type photography...and as always, you start with your family and friends!! :)
thx Court and Amber for your comments and opinions. i will keep my eyes open.
well...i am headed for the beeeeeach! catch ya'll later!!!
xo
Jen
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amadia
Fashion Plate (436)
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# Posted: 20 Jun 2008 12:31 - Edited by: amadia
Okay, I am going to take the flip side of the 40D, 5D debate, I side with the 5D and here is why:
One, a new version is rumored to be coming out in the fall, when that happens that will drop the price in stock of remaining 5D's and there will be some fantastic used ones that will come up on the market. Although it will still cost more then the 40D, it will be in a more comfortable price range.
Secondly, the color on the 5D SOTC is just fantastic, and skin tones turn out with less artifacting. Not to mention the full frame, yummy goodness. You get more bang for your lens buck, and the shots I get with my prime lens on a crop camera do not compare to the full frame. Not to mention the high resolution pictures are just clearer, less grain.
But as always, what is more important then the camera is the photographer.
As for a beginner, I would definitely pick up a rebel xti, grab a 50mm 1.8 and you have a good starter kit.
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Courtney DeLaura
Vogue SISter (3475)
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# Posted: 20 Jun 2008 12:35
One, a new version is rumored to be coming out in the fall, when that happens that will drop the price in stock of remaining 5D's and there will be some fantastic used ones that will come up on the market.
YES YES YES! that is what I am waiting for :)
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AmberUlmer
Big SIS (4217)
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# Posted: 20 Jun 2008 12:38
YES YES YES! that is what I am waiting for :)
Ditto court!!
Great information Amadia! Thank you!
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beckynovacek
SISter Elle (1882)
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# Posted: 20 Jun 2008 12:42
i just upgraded to the 5D recently. i wanted to wait for the new version, but i couldn't wait :) plus my local store had a 2 year, no interest special. so i took the plunge and i'm SO glad i did! i love my 5D. i had no idea how much i would love it. now, my 20D is my backup and that's working out great too. not as much lense changing during a shoot. i also bought the 24-105 L lense and adore it! i still love my 50mm1.4, but the L is amazing! good luck with your decision!
oh and i have to agree with the points court and amber make. they know their stuff!
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michellesanders
SISter Elle (1757)
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# Posted: 20 Jun 2008 13:16
I myself am thinking of getting into photos a little more...just for us. I'm thinking of getting a Rebel but I'm afraid it may be overkill for our little family of three and my little daily self portraits. What's a girl to do?! LOL!
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Courtney DeLaura
Vogue SISter (3475)
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# Posted: 20 Jun 2008 13:31
rebel will not be overkill
you will LOVE IT!
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amykiane
Vogue SISter (3789)
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# Posted: 21 Jun 2008 08:14
no, not overkill. the rebel is an awesome camera. i used mine for seven years before outgrowing it. then once i started doing work for other people i really needed a full frame so i went with the 5D.
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elizbailey
Style Addict (1172)
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# Posted: 22 Jun 2008 22:38
Thanks for the advice here! I've been wondering differences in the 40D and 5D myself. Considering the jump in the hopefully not so distant future.
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jlk3scrapper
Vogue SISter (3006)
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# Posted: 29 Jun 2008 07:05
rebel will not be overkill
you will LOVE IT!
double ditto!!!
that little momma is a great starter camera!!!!!
you can shoot the lights out in the basic modes...and you will LOVE the results!
then when you get more comfortable...start playing around!
peace out! ;)
jen
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michellesanders
SISter Elle (1757)
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# Posted: 29 Jun 2008 11:15
thanks jen for bumping this up... I had forgotten about this thread!
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amytangerine
Big SIS (4340)
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# Posted: 29 Jun 2008 12:19
i just got my first slr over thanksgiving and i wish someone had told me not to get the nikon D40. the main thing i wanted to do with it (besides have a cool camera strap) was to take photos and blur the background.
well the cool lens i got (50mm 1.8) works awesome except it is MANUAL FOCUS. URGH. the nikon D40X on the other hand would have made the lens auto focus.
live and learn i guess. i was just going for the cheap route without thinking too much into it because it was just a starter that i would more than likely just point and shoot.
hope this helps a little kylissa!
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shealynn
Stylin' SIS (194)
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# Posted: 9 Jul 2008 19:17
I currently have the Rebel Xti, and I LOVE it!! I am a professional photog and I still use this camera. I will be getting the 5D in a couple short months, and I CAN'T WAIT! Most of the pro photogs that I follow use the 5D, and they have said nothing but amazing things about it! I go to the store all the time just to hold it! LOL!!!!! Can't wait!
I was a Nikon girl, but turned to Canon, and do not have any regrets. ;)
Shealynn
www.shealynnbenner.com
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leateach
SISter Elle (1905)
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# Posted: 9 Jul 2008 19:20
I recently got a Nikon D40 and I love it.
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milemma
Stylin' SIS (235)
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# Posted: 13 Jul 2008 06:35
I'm a 5D lover, I waited and waited, read and read, learned and learned and finally decided that was the best camera, can't beat the bokeh on this one ! just like in film camera.
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alooman
Model SISter (2043)
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# Posted: 26 Jul 2008 00:35
omgsh this thread has helped me SO much in my new camera decision!!! thank you ALL so much for taking the time to post your experiences, thoughts, and opinions!!!! thank ya thank ya thank ya!!!
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