Thinking of selling my Rebel XS and buying a T2i...

Zatrekaz · December 22nd, 2011, 01:20 AM

I should be getting some Christmas money soon, and been having the itch for a new gadget upgrade. Was considering the GoPro HD HERO 2, but I reilized it would not be very "multi purpose".

So, how does this sound? Selling my Rebel XS for like $300, and adding $260 to it and getting the T2i? I would jump 8 Megapixels, Higher stable ISO, HD Movie capabilites, and an overall better built camera.

Lefty · December 22nd, 2011, 10:22 AM

Do it

ReverendDexter · December 22nd, 2011, 10:27 AM

I dunno... you're only talking about jumping from a 1000D to a 550D... I'd look for a used 40D or 50D instead.

Depends on how you shoot, though. I find the 10Mp of my 1000D to be overkill already, so more resolution would just be a waste. What I'd LOVE to have though is a higher rate-of-fire... 1000D only does 3 frames/second... I'd love to have at least 6.

Triple A · December 22nd, 2011, 10:57 AM

Do you shoot sports or fast paced events? Or are you mostly a still object shooter? If you are a sports shooter you might want to get a 50D like Rev suggested. I'd stay away from the 40D. Though it shoots faster than the 50D, it's got horrible noise reduction. If you just shoot stills, than the T2i would be a great choice.

The 60D is also a viable option. It's a bit more expensive, but you get both NR, video, and high frame rate.

I went from a rebel, to a rebel, to the 40D. I wish I would have saved up a little more and skipped the second rebel and just got the 40D. Upgrading to another rebel, you are only taking baby steps. If you've got the patience, you might want to hold off and take a bigger leap and get a semi-pro camera.

Lefty · December 22nd, 2011, 07:27 PM

I didn't even start out with a Rebel. I went with a 50D, then to a 7D.

Mana_MGT · December 22nd, 2011, 11:30 PM

Nikon D60/90

IMO, GoPro is waste if it ain't gonna see mud & dirt!

Emay · December 22nd, 2011, 11:55 PM

Originally Posted by Lefty

I didn't even start out with a Rebel. I went with a 50D, then to a 7D.

That's cause you listen good.

Lefty · December 23rd, 2011, 10:16 AM

Plus, the build quality (the magnesium frame). Once you hold that body style versus the Rebel, it's a no brainer.

ChrisJ · December 23rd, 2011, 10:20 AM

I need a cool camera...

TaintedStang · December 23rd, 2011, 11:19 PM

Let me know if you do decide to sell your camera Zat! I have been planning on buying a nice one soon and may be interested.

Zatrekaz · December 24th, 2011, 04:29 AM

Originally Posted by Emay

That's cause you listen good.

Originally Posted by Lefty

I didn't even start out with a Rebel. I went with a 50D, then to a 7D.

Hey! You told me to go with the Rebel Erin! Lol. I would love to get a camera the likes of a 7D, but thats not gonna be in my budget for quite some time.

Originally Posted by TaintedStang

Let me know if you do decide to sell your camera Zat! I have been planning on buying a nice one soon and may be interested.

For sure! I will know by Sunday if I am going to sell it or not.

I mostly shoot stills. My main gripe with the XS is the low ISO and no Video capabilities. I have seen that the Ti series gets quite better shots than the XS.

Btw, I got a $75 Amazon gift card, so really it would only cost me about $200.

Triple A · December 24th, 2011, 10:11 AM

There's nothing wrong with starting with a Rebel

I've met dozens of people who've bought semi-pro and professional bodies that shoot in full auto..

If the t2i fits your needs, go for it.

Lefty · December 24th, 2011, 02:17 PM

I went with the 50D over the Rebel because a.) Holding it was a night and day difference. Felt like a solid built camera, rather than the "plastic" feel the Rebel's have. b.) I loved the LCD in the top of the camera (I use that for all my settings rather than the large LCD on the back of the camera). c.) I have a few extra $$$ lying around, so I could justify spending the extra cash.

Zatrekaz · December 25th, 2011, 12:36 AM

Do you all think it would be worth the cost to go from the Rebel to the T2i?

Triple A · December 25th, 2011, 12:50 AM

Like I said, you'd be taking baby steps going from Rebel to Rebel. If you've got enough patience, you might want to look into saving up like $200 more and get a used 60D. That's got everything the T2i has, plus shoots at 5.3fps and has a swivel screen for more convenient shooting.

Edit:
I could do without the swivel screen, but if I had it I would probably use it. For me, the fps is the deciding factor because I like to shoot sports. You'll have more room to grow with this camera and won't need to upgrade for awhile.

Comparison:
http://www.dpreview.com/products/com...tDir=ascending

Zatrekaz · December 25th, 2011, 01:28 AM

Well.. My main reason for wanting to upgrade is the ISO and Video. The faster rapid shooting is a good point, and I like the max of 1/8000. However I am not sure personally I am willing to spend that much more for that. I don't shoot sports much at all.

I am trying to decide between going to a T2i or buying a new "walkabout" lens. I really need a better lens for times I can not carry my gear. The 18-55 is starting to limit me a good bit.

So... new walkabout lens or upgrade to T2i?

I can see the advantages of the 60D, but just don't see it as being my forte right now.

I am considering these lenses:

http://www.amazon.com/Tamron-AF-18-200mm-Aspherical-Canon/dp/B0007WK8MQ/ref=sr_1_4?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1324793268&sr=1-4

Zatrekaz · December 25th, 2011, 02:39 AM

Been doing some more research, and I really think I want the lens more. If I really wanted to, I could afford to get the lens and the T2i.

The 28-135 will address a major issue I have, and that is a replacement for my 18-55 as a walkabout lens. The 18-55 just does not give me any wow factor on anything hardly. The sample images and reviews on the 28-135 look very promising. Not as sharp as an L lens, of course, but it still looks very sharp.

VinceS2K · December 25th, 2011, 02:40 AM

Shit, i dont even have a walk-around lens. I just use my 28mm. I will only use Primes', no matter how limiting that may be.

TaintedStang · December 25th, 2011, 02:59 AM

I was really hoping to get a camera that could shoot video too! I mostly do still shots but also a lot of filming.

Zatrekaz · December 25th, 2011, 03:49 AM

Well, I just learned about eht 1.6x crop factor... this making a 28-135 really a 45-216. Not sure if thats going to be an issue or not. I like having a wide angle.

There is the 17-85 which with 1.6 would be 27-136. However (and I know I am weird for this) it is smaller on the glass (67mm vs 72mm) and reviews are not that great. They say its only slightly better than the 18-55.

I just don't want to lose my wide angle for indoor shots. I wonder if 45 would be an issue...

December 22nd, 2011, 01:20 AM	#1
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	Thinking of selling my Rebel XS and buying a T2i... I should be getting some Christmas money soon, and been having the itch for a new gadget upgrade. Was considering the GoPro HD HERO 2, but I reilized it would not be very "multi purpose". So, how does this sound? Selling my Rebel XS for like $300, and adding $260 to it and getting the T2i? I would jump 8 Megapixels, Higher stable ISO, HD Movie capabilites, and an overall better built camera. __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

December 22nd, 2011, 10:22 AM	#2
Lefty Resident DJ '01 Cobra Vert. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Posts: 28,704 iTrader: 12 reviews	Do it __________________ 2008 Acura TL Type-S (the daily) 2006 Yamaha R6 50th Anniversary Edition (the other toy)

December 22nd, 2011, 10:27 AM	#3
ReverendDexter Priest of the Car Gods Clapped-out '90 GT 'vert ~5.5 seconds off TTOD :( Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 13,808 iTrader: 0 reviews	I dunno... you're only talking about jumping from a 1000D to a 550D... I'd look for a used 40D or 50D instead. Depends on how you shoot, though. I find the 10Mp of my 1000D to be overkill already, so more resolution would just be a waste. What I'd LOVE to have though is a higher rate-of-fire... 1000D only does 3 frames/second... I'd love to have at least 6. __________________ O o /¯/______________________ \|BLAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARGH!!! \_\

December 22nd, 2011, 10:57 AM	#4
Triple A MM Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 3,738 iTrader: 2 reviews	Do you shoot sports or fast paced events? Or are you mostly a still object shooter? If you are a sports shooter you might want to get a 50D like Rev suggested. I'd stay away from the 40D. Though it shoots faster than the 50D, it's got horrible noise reduction. If you just shoot stills, than the T2i would be a great choice. The 60D is also a viable option. It's a bit more expensive, but you get both NR, video, and high frame rate. I went from a rebel, to a rebel, to the 40D. I wish I would have saved up a little more and skipped the second rebel and just got the 40D. Upgrading to another rebel, you are only taking baby steps. If you've got the patience, you might want to hold off and take a bigger leap and get a semi-pro camera. __________________ Photoblog

December 22nd, 2011, 07:27 PM	#5
Lefty Resident DJ '01 Cobra Vert. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Posts: 28,704 iTrader: 12 reviews	I didn't even start out with a Rebel. I went with a 50D, then to a 7D. __________________ 2008 Acura TL Type-S (the daily) 2006 Yamaha R6 50th Anniversary Edition (the other toy)

December 22nd, 2011, 11:30 PM	#6
Mana_MGT Hardcore Enthusiast 2003 Mustang GT 15.8@ 100-ish Mph Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Dubai - UAE Posts: 1,376 iTrader: 0 reviews	Nikon D60/90 IMO, GoPro is waste if it ain't gonna see mud & dirt! __________________ Dark Shadow Gray 1 mod or 2 Thanks to Sarah for the Sig!! http://www.moddedmustangs.com/forums...-member-35708/ MM DSG Crew Member#3

December 23rd, 2011, 10:16 AM	#8
Lefty Resident DJ '01 Cobra Vert. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Posts: 28,704 iTrader: 12 reviews	Plus, the build quality (the magnesium frame). Once you hold that body style versus the Rebel, it's a no brainer. __________________ 2008 Acura TL Type-S (the daily) 2006 Yamaha R6 50th Anniversary Edition (the other toy)

December 23rd, 2011, 10:20 AM	#9
ChrisJ RLY SRS Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Ft. Meade, MD Posts: 38,220 Blog Entries: 4 iTrader: 10 reviews	I need a cool camera... __________________ 2008 Acura TL Type-S - 2008 EB Ford Expedition - 2002 Boosted GT - Sold Facebook Google+

December 23rd, 2011, 11:19 PM	#10
TaintedStang MM's Taint Shaver! 2003 Mustang GT Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Oregon Posts: 6,549 iTrader: 5 reviews	Let me know if you do decide to sell your camera Zat! I have been planning on buying a nice one soon and may be interested. __________________

December 24th, 2011, 10:11 AM	#12
Triple A MM Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 3,738 iTrader: 2 reviews	There's nothing wrong with starting with a Rebel I've met dozens of people who've bought semi-pro and professional bodies that shoot in full auto.. If the t2i fits your needs, go for it. __________________ Photoblog

December 24th, 2011, 02:17 PM	#13
Lefty Resident DJ '01 Cobra Vert. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Posts: 28,704 iTrader: 12 reviews	I went with the 50D over the Rebel because a.) Holding it was a night and day difference. Felt like a solid built camera, rather than the "plastic" feel the Rebel's have. b.) I loved the LCD in the top of the camera (I use that for all my settings rather than the large LCD on the back of the camera). c.) I have a few extra $$$ lying around, so I could justify spending the extra cash. __________________ 2008 Acura TL Type-S (the daily) 2006 Yamaha R6 50th Anniversary Edition (the other toy)

December 25th, 2011, 12:36 AM	#14
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	Do you all think it would be worth the cost to go from the Rebel to the T2i? __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

December 25th, 2011, 12:50 AM	#15
Triple A MM Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 3,738 iTrader: 2 reviews	Like I said, you'd be taking baby steps going from Rebel to Rebel. If you've got enough patience, you might want to look into saving up like $200 more and get a used 60D. That's got everything the T2i has, plus shoots at 5.3fps and has a swivel screen for more convenient shooting. Edit: I could do without the swivel screen, but if I had it I would probably use it. For me, the fps is the deciding factor because I like to shoot sports. You'll have more room to grow with this camera and won't need to upgrade for awhile. Comparison: http://www.dpreview.com/products/com...tDir=ascending __________________ Photoblog Last edited by Triple A; December 25th, 2011 at 12:58 AM.

December 25th, 2011, 02:39 AM	#17
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	Been doing some more research, and I really think I want the lens more. If I really wanted to, I could afford to get the lens and the T2i. The 28-135 will address a major issue I have, and that is a replacement for my 18-55 as a walkabout lens. The 18-55 just does not give me any wow factor on anything hardly. The sample images and reviews on the 28-135 look very promising. Not as sharp as an L lens, of course, but it still looks very sharp. __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

December 25th, 2011, 02:59 AM	#19
TaintedStang MM's Taint Shaver! 2003 Mustang GT Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Oregon Posts: 6,549 iTrader: 5 reviews	I was really hoping to get a camera that could shoot video too! I mostly do still shots but also a lot of filming. __________________

December 25th, 2011, 03:49 AM	#20
Zatrekaz Wax on, Wax off 2003 Mustang V6 16.8@83.3 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 6,954 iTrader: 15 reviews	Well, I just learned about eht 1.6x crop factor... this making a 28-135 really a 45-216. Not sure if thats going to be an issue or not. I like having a wide angle. There is the 17-85 which with 1.6 would be 27-136. However (and I know I am weird for this) it is smaller on the glass (67mm vs 72mm) and reviews are not that great. They say its only slightly better than the 18-55. I just don't want to lose my wide angle for indoor shots. I wonder if 45 would be an issue... __________________ Black Bullitt Rims FT/FS Looking to Sell or Trade for Silver FR500s Looking to buy a lot of 99-04 Interior Pieces If you have any for sale, PM me

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