Sony @55 or Canon t2i ? I need it for 50% video and 50% photo use. Suggestions?Thanks.
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Re Yamada post: You can gain manual control over focus- one of the few things you can control in video mode. Just throw all hard switches to MF on your lens(es)... here's some test footage I shot with the hottest Latin Jazz Band in the world recently: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uSHWi0pypYMy big gripe is that the camera "overheats"... and it's barely warm. I've been told to turn off steady shot to avoid this. Yes , a firmware update is desperately needed and would be awesome.All-in-all, you do get a lot of bang for your buck with the A55... images are stunning w/the right settings.//dc Re Yamada post: You can gain manual control over focus- one of the few things you can control in video mode. Just throw all hard switches to MF on your lens(es)... here's some test footage I shot with the hottest Latin Jazz Band in the world recently: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uSHWi0pypYMy big gripe is that the camera "overheats"... and it's barely warm. I've been told to turn off steady shot to avoid this. Yes , a firmware update is desperately needed and would be awesome.All-in-all, you do get a lot of bang for your buck with the A55... images... » Read More Re Yamada post: You can gain manual control over focus- one of the few things you can control in video mode. Just throw all hard switches to MF on your lens(es)... here's some test footage I shot with the hottest Latin Jazz Band in the world recently: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uSHWi0pypYMy big gripe is that the camera "overheats"... and it's barely warm. I've been told to turn off steady shot to avoid this. Yes , a firmware update is desperately needed and would be awesome.All-in-all, you do get a lot of bang for your buck with the A55... images are stunning w/the right settings.//dc « Show Less
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well, for the video option its really depends what you dont want to miss.The t2i has manual controls over video. The Sony SLT's dont have. The Sony SLT has continuos autofocus for video mode. The Canon T2i doesnt have.So you have to decide what feature is more important to you: manual controls or autofocus?If you want both, better stick to Panasonic GH1, GH2PS: There is somerumors about sony will release a new firmware to enable some controls over video. (It will be awesome).
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The T4i is very good for short video clips but DSLRs tend to overheat during long uninterrupted shots. You'll still want your camcorder for school plays, etc.
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Im debating between those 2 as well, I always loved canon lenses, image quality in my opinion always outranked Sony. But recently my father bought the Sony a55 and image quality is amazing, my 12 year old sister took some pictures with it, and they look like done by a pro. Any help from experienced pros please!!!!, thanks in advance, I appreciate it!!
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Canon vs Nikon is a personal choice. I would say that it's like using windows vs Mac OS. In terms of quality, they take pretty much the same. This canon is as good as it looks, and you'll probably be pleasantly surprised what you can do with it. In the hands of a good photographer you can get amazing results. I personally would go with canon as I feel that there is more literature written about it. More community support, etc. I would be more apt to research if I was going into the higher end cameras, but make no mistake... Professionals use this camera and write a ton about how they were able to pull of their shots. There is a great book for the T5i by Jeff revell which you can purchase for amazon. I think the new book for the T5i comes out this month, but the one for the t4i is essentially the same in terms of operating the camera. On a final note about your question as to the more advanced camera... The 60d and the t5i are essentially the same camera. The 60d leans more toward strictly photography, while the t5i is more of an all in one package. I've heard from most reviews that the 60d has a slightly better picture, but most of these stats are on paper only and not necessarily anything you'd be able to see a difference in from one photo to the next. I would say what you're looking for is the t5i. The other great thing about buying a t5i is... If you maxed out your technique and were dying to upgrade in the future... Your lenses, filters, accessories will carry over. And you'll only need to upgrade to a better body. I think this is hands down the camera to get. Even if you want a better one in the future... Spend the time juicing this one for all it's worth... So that your eye picks up to the subtleties of the differences between this and the next body up. That's just something that's harder to gauge the higher up you get. Like anything in life, the higher up you move, the more subtle the difference between(save the price.) I hope this helps.
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I would recommend a sony camera. Have had four of them and they are great. I take more than 10,000 photos a year and am sorry I bought a canon. Thought quality would be universal in all cameras. I was wrong.
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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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Thank you for your help. I think I will skip over the XS and try a more current model. My classes do not start till January so I do have time to do more research on the newer models. Looking over the specs I really like the 50D model, but it's out of my price range. Maybe I will get lucky and a refurbished one will show up in my price range. If no,t I might go for the T1 or T2.Thank you again for your help.
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I took several pictures with both and the Sony seems to have more reddish tints in the pictures. I even used the P mode and used the natural setting. It did not help when in the landscape, etc modes. That is the only complaint I have so far. Neither the Canon or the Sony had real good picture quality, I did not think. Maybe I should try something else all together. I liked the idea of having a larger zoom on a point and shoot but maybe it takes away from teh quality??
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The T2i body only version also is not in stock at B&H; Photo, Adorama and Best Buy. It is not even available on the Canon Web site. I've been thinking of biting the financial bullet and buying a 7d instead.
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After much research I choose the Canon SX700. Love the camera. I have Canon EOS equipment so a often lean towards Canon.
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The HD video quality is better on the T2i than the T1i but you don't intend to buy this camera for video recording do you? Other than that, there is a minimal difference.
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So glad I found this post as I'm in the same boat and just printed out the specs on both cameras. I'm curious as to which camera you ended up getting and how you like it? My original intent was to upgrade from my Canon Powershot due to a long lag time in between being able to shoot the next picture now that my kids are in sports, but I would still like clear nice pictures. What did you get and how do you like it?
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I'm 50/50 on it. There are a lot of plusses for the 35 (1.3 stops faster, shallower DOF, phase detect autofocus points on the entire frame, image stabilization), but one big negative (twice the price). It's also less sharp, but it's not soft by a long shot. If you shoot in very low light, fast subjects, or video, the 35 is the better choice. Otherwise, the 30 is an excellent deal.
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Anybody have any other comments about which of these 2 cameras to buy? Thanks!!!!
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I too have wanted to buy a T2i for a while, ever since I noticed the announcement in February. Then, it was seemingly always out of stock at Amazon. Perhaps I haven't waited long enough, or maybe it just wasn't meant to be. Although I have bought 5 Canon cameras over the years, and I considered myself a Canon loyalist, I am beginning to wonder if maybe I should buy a Nikon as my first digital SLR.
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The T4i is worth it. The new processor, plus the touch screen and video recording time of up to 29:59 minutes are amazing. My advice is if you can afford it, make sure to buy it with the 18-135mm STM lens instead of the 18-55mm non STM. Matched with that lens this camera can effectively compete with some of the more expensive ones. I would get this instead of the T3i
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If they're the same price then get the T5i. It has a couple of new features. The T4i has been discontinued so is no longer subject to Canon's pricing policies.