Just bought XT, learning still, lens recommendations? Would this be a good camera for a beginner and would it take me into a semi-pro career?
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Here is a greast site for lens discussions. www.dpreview.com Go to the forum for Canon lens talk. The 50mm 1.8 is a great portrait lens. It's fantastic in low light conditions. Just treat it with utmost care as the build is not great and there have been many of a complaint on how easy it can fall apart. As a previous poster mentioned the EF-S 17-85 is a good choice. It has full time manual focus with IS. As an every day multi purpose lens this is a nice lens. I also have this lens. The only problem I have with it is the low light shots. It is too slow. If used with External Flash it is fine. That's why I bought the prime lens. I just have to use my feet for zoom. You are going to have a lot of fun using AV mode with the 50mm and playing around with WB and ISO. Enjoy!
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Did you ever get a lens? I'm making the same decision now. If so, what did you buy? Are you happy with your decision? Is there anything else you would add that would help me make a decision. Thanks!
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I was able to find a D40 kit for $400 a year ago. If you are going to pay $650 you might as well get a D3000, or even better a D40, a second lens, and maybe some accessories. The XS is a decent camera as well, it really depends on what ecosystem you want to get into. Both Canon and Nikon make nice cameras, I think you'll be happy with a camera from either.
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The T3 Canon is a great value. It would be a good camera for anyone including professionals. I use it for landscape photography with great results.
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I definitely think the T49 is worth the money -- but only if you buy the nice STM lens. It is seriously an amazing lens, and I love the autofocus feature when you're taking video. Even if you're only focusing on photos, the camera is great. The enhanced auto function takes beautiful photos when you're in a hurry and don't have time to mess with ISO and aperture, and I think it takes crisper photos than the T2i (although it's probably just the nice lens). Go for it if you have the money.
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It's perfect for the beginner. That is if you want to grow as a photographer, and not just use a point and click camera. It has enough "Auto" stuff to help you learn, but also offers the pro abilities that will make you stand out. I like crop sensor cameras cause I do a lot of wild life it feels like I get more bang for the buck out of my FX lenses, but if you are a serious Portrait photog, or don't want to sacrifice a little quality, then it's the wrong camera. But for a beginner... Heck yes.. Get it. I've been shooting nikon since 1973. Yep thats right 41 years. This is my go to camera. Not because it is hard to use, but because it can also be easy. It's perfect for the beginner. That is if you want to grow as a photographer, and not just use a point and click camera. It has enough "Auto" stuff to help you learn, but also offers the pro abilities that will make you stand out. I like crop sensor cameras cause I do a lot of wild life it feels like I get more bang for the buck out of my FX lenses, but if you are a serious Portrait photog, or don't want to sacrifice a little quality, then it's the wrong camera. But for a beginner... Heck yes.. Get it. I've been shooting nikon since 1973. Yep thats right 41 years. This is my go to... » Read More It's perfect for the beginner. That is if you want to grow as a photographer, and not just use a point and click camera. It has enough "Auto" stuff to help you learn, but also offers the pro abilities that will make you stand out. I like crop sensor cameras cause I do a lot of wild life it feels like I get more bang for the buck out of my FX lenses, but if you are a serious Portrait photog, or don't want to sacrifice a little quality, then it's the wrong camera. But for a beginner... Heck yes.. Get it. I've been shooting nikon since 1973. Yep thats right 41 years. This is my go to camera. Not because it is hard to use, but because it can also be easy. « Show Less
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The lens that they offer is usually is a 18-55 mm 1:3.5-5.6G which is a good starter lens that is a good quality lens to start with. But if you are looking for a lens that will give you more versitly look at the 18-105 mm 1:3.5-5.6G ED, I use this lens most of the time and it provides a great all around lens that gives you more telephoto range then the 18-55 along with wide angle capabilities. Hope this helps your in your decision makeing.
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My T5 works wonderfully for action shots. I use an 18-250 lens which lets me get the shots even if they are further away. The focus is very fast and all I have to do is make sure I have the subject in the viewfinder. I have become fairly good at panning (following the subject as it moves) and have been happy with the results. I use a 32GB SD card with a fast transfer rate (90mbs/sec). I have been experimenting with the video mode and while the video is excellent I'm not much of a cameraman with it...yet! Have fun and enjoy, the T5 is the absolute best camera for the money.
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The Canon Rebel XS is fine for learning photography. If you're more serious about your photography, however, I might recommend a model with more features and a little better performance like the Rebel T1i or T2i or maybe even a semi-pro 50D or perhaps the new 60D. But also leave some funds available for more lenses, an external flash, a spare battery and a case. If you only plan on taking the one course and then just using the camera for casual photography afterwards, the XS will do the job.
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I have also the XF18-55. The XF27 is a little slower than the 18-55 and a little less accurate when tries to find focus (under difficult and not contrasty conditions). But in general i'm happy with this lens, is not for sports but for street photography for example is fine. Also is very sharp and small and with my X-E2 i can take it everywhere.
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Ok, great info as usual! I'm not going to be taking many close up "macro" type shots or shots with focused forground objects w/ blurred backgrounds to start off, and I really like the 24-105 f/4 L IS lens, would that be probobly the best "walk around" lens for the XSi then? Also, can a 2.8 lens take landscape / scenic shots where the foreground and background are both in focus? I am confused about that with the f# & lenses.The night railroading shots I posted before are a main priority and I have seen some excellent night / low light posted images under the 24-105 f/4 L IS lens here on Amazon.I have a question on the 50D kit lens quality but I'll try to post that under the 50D discussions. Thanks again for all your input. Ok, great info as usual! I'm not going to be taking many close up "macro" type shots or shots with focused forground objects w/ blurred backgrounds to start off, and I really like the 24-105 f/4 L IS lens, would that be probobly the best "walk around" lens for the XSi then? Also, can a 2.8 lens take landscape / scenic shots where the foreground and background are both in focus? I am confused about that with the f# & lenses.The night railroading shots I posted before are a main priority and I have seen some excellent night / low light... » Read More Ok, great info as usual! I'm not going to be taking many close up "macro" type shots or shots with focused forground objects w/ blurred backgrounds to start off, and I really like the 24-105 f/4 L IS lens, would that be probobly the best "walk around" lens for the XSi then? Also, can a 2.8 lens take landscape / scenic shots where the foreground and background are both in focus? I am confused about that with the f# & lenses.The night railroading shots I posted before are a main priority and I have seen some excellent night / low light posted images under the 24-105 f/4 L IS lens here on Amazon.I have a question on the 50D kit lens quality but I'll try to post that under the 50D discussions. Thanks again for all your input. « Show Less
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I made the switch from a Nikon D610 and have never looked back. I love the smaller size of the XT1 because I take my camera everywhere. I use to take my Nikon everywhere too, but it wasn't at all convenient or discrete. Bottom line: you must consider what you shoot and how you shoot. Don't get caught up with sensor size, because both will result in great images. Also be sure that the current line of Fuji lenses will meet your needs as well.
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I just sold my D600. I had the Nikon shutter fixed, which worked fine, so that wasn't the reason. I just enjoy shooting with the Fuji more and I love the lenses. The X-T1 does what I need it to, but don't make the switch if you do much video. Fuji just doesn't make the grade there. It's the same with long telephoto and TTL flash. If you can live with those limitations, the X-T1 is a gem.
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I do not think this is too much camera for a beginner. There are excellent tutorials available to teach you how to use the camera. It is a wonderful model and I highly recommend it. I also looked at the 5200; however, I wanted a titanium body instead of plastic. The 5200 is very light and is a great camera. I wanted a higher quality of body and decided to go with the 7100. I have not been disappointed at all. Go ahead and spend the extra. You will not regret it. You are buying the best and it will provide a lifetime of memories through pictures.
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I bought the E510 with the two lenses here on Amazon about 4 months ago after doing a lot of research. I chose the Oly because it did, indeed, come out as the best entry level dslr for the money. Most 'bang for your buck' so to speak. No buyer's remorse here...I couldn't be happier with it.
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More bang for your buck will be the XTi, since it is cheaper and you honestly won't get much better photos from the 40D. However, if you can swing the money, I wholeheartedly recommend the 40D. I recently upgraded from the XT to the 40D. The additional controls make it so much easier to change settings, the larger size feels more balanced, etc etc. However, the XTi is a great camera, and don't feel bad about buying that either! It's a nice upgrade from my XT, which I loved for 2 years. You honestly can't go wrong with either one. Go to a store and handle each and see if one feels better in your hands than the other. More bang for your buck will be the XTi, since it is cheaper and you honestly won't get much better photos from the 40D. However, if you can swing the money, I wholeheartedly recommend the 40D. I recently upgraded from the XT to the 40D. The additional controls make it so much easier to change settings, the larger size feels more balanced, etc etc. However, the XTi is a great camera, and don't feel bad about buying that either! It's a nice upgrade from my XT, which I loved for 2 years. You honestly can't go wrong with either one. Go to a store and handle each and see if one feels better in... » Read More More bang for your buck will be the XTi, since it is cheaper and you honestly won't get much better photos from the 40D. However, if you can swing the money, I wholeheartedly recommend the 40D. I recently upgraded from the XT to the 40D. The additional controls make it so much easier to change settings, the larger size feels more balanced, etc etc. However, the XTi is a great camera, and don't feel bad about buying that either! It's a nice upgrade from my XT, which I loved for 2 years. You honestly can't go wrong with either one. Go to a store and handle each and see if one feels better in your hands than the other. « Show Less
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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.)