?s on D50 and Rebel XT
For my graduation present from my parents, they said they would buy me a digital slr. I was thinking on the lines of a D50 or a Rebel XT since I've heard mostly about these two camera. I wanted to know all of your pros and cons on these cameras and the differences too. If there are any other digital slrs you would recomend, tell me. thanks
Honestly, if your just beginning in digital slr photography, the camera's are pretty close. I myself am a Canon guy and I would recommend the Xt. I shoot with the 20d currently, and I really think that it is worth the few extra hundred bucks to get this one over the Xt, but that is a great camera. Its just small. Make sure you play around with it and like it before you get it. Also, the Canon over the Nikon will give you a little more range if you wanted to begin shooting more manual then just auto. Just my two cents
I really do have a life...
The XT is rather small in size compared to others and that is it's biggest complaint. I remedied that by adding the battery grip, which is also very useful since it gives you 2x's the battery power over stock. The XT is a full 8MP too. I do notice that Nikon seems to have a big variety of lenses on the shelves at the store compared to Canon's, although Canon has the ace in the hole in their "L" series lenses which are pro quality lenses.
I don't think you can go wrong with either to start with.
since your begginning i would also recommend getting an XT they are very good camera's and not so hard to learn how to use. functions are simple. it be the best choice in my opinion, and besides, the people that i sell those things to on a daily basis seem to love them when they come back to get things for it
Canon Nutswinger:
Canon XS
18-55mm
55-250mm
50mm USM
I shoot with an XT as well but just be prepared to drop a lot of money on lenses. lol. Both are really good as there are several on here that shoot with the D50 so it depends on what you think you will like.
What do you plan on using it for?
D70 is not the same as a D50.Originally Posted by HachiDori
I also shoot with a Rebel XT. I feel the camera is more than enough to start with, it's got everything you need to start taking awesome pictures, but can be had for less than it's competition. I like the extra mega-pixles the XT provides as I do a lot my shooting to upload to a website that requires my pictures to be the largest resolution possible.
With a new lens and battery pack you'll have a damn good camera that can shoot with the best at 1/3rd the cost (depending on where you look).
The Rebel was recently replaced and as such prices have continued to get lower and lower.
thanks for all the info, i use a rebel in photography class the past couple years, and i am very pleased with it, i just don't have any experience with a d50 and heard they are kind of competeing with the rebel. o well i think about getting the rebel then, thanks again for all of the comments and info
Good luck brotha!
damn Canon people!!! **shakes fist in air**
~leaves~
It's ok everyone, George secretly wants to join the Canon world but is afraid.
Has anyone heard that you can only get about 50k shots out of an xt??? is this true? I mean I know thats alot.... but still...
The XT is rated at 50k actuations. It can be more or can be less just depends on the use. From what I understand the D50 is somewhere between 20k and 50k as there have been posts from D50 owners who were told by Nikon techs that the D50 was good for about 15k-20k and shooting continous will only shorten the life. Take it how you want it.
What happens after 50K?
ITS EXPLODES IN YO FACE! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH
maybe not but that would suck
From what I have heard the shutter begins to lag causing you to miss the shot and eventually stop working.that is what I have read.
damn that sucks
So is anyone close to 50k????
No, none of the regular photogs are close to that. I may be ahead of most though cause I snap some pics when I got to an event. It is nothing for me to shoot 600+ in a couple of hours.
I just looked, I am just over 6k actuations.
How can you tell?
BTW, I read an article last night that said that the new 30D has an "improved" shutter that is rated to last 100k.
How is your numbering set up on the XT? is it 100-xxxx or something else?How can you tell?
BTW, I read an article last night that said that the new 30D has an "improved" shutter that is rated to last 100k.
Yeah the 20D and 30D are both 100k's, which is why I want to upgrade.
I am at 45k *scared*. My friends 20d took a dump right around 55k.
I would recommend starting with a 10d if you go Canon. The operational change is a pain and the ease of use in the 10d is much greater. Plus, with a telephoto on a XT you can barely hold the camera.
With the grip on my XT I have no problems but then again it maybe just me.
45K! ok you have me by a long shot.
ok, yesterday i went to local wolf camera and decided to go with the XT. I bought the Lexar 80x 1GB card and just stuck with the 18-55mm lens. I love this camera so far. It takes great looking pics! and one day upgrade my lens to a Canon EF 50mm to 200mm.
Im sorry.
haha yea i know, it was pretty expensive, but well worth it. i love the camera
No, I wasnt making fun of you buying a Canon
damn Canon bandwagon fans
^^ Secretly wants to be a Canon guy but is afraid.No, I wasnt making fun of you buying a Canon
damn Canon bandwagon fans
Actually what you got was actually just the base. Once you start buying lenses is when it gets expensive.
yea i know it will get a lot more expensive, still looking for a good lens, have any in mind?
Depends on what you will be shooting mainly. The 28-75 Tamron F2.8 ($400~) is a great lens but it will not leave you much on the long end. You can pick up a canon 70-300 F3.5-5.6 (I think thats right) for around $200 to cover the long end. From there you start getting into min. $600 and up lenses.
its aight i want a d50
Im just kidding really. Both brands Nikon and Canon make excellent cameras, and both have their ups and downsides.
Yes both are great, it is just fun to have a friendly rivalry between us Canon folk and those pesky Nikon users.
is 750 a good price for an XT kit? the BX has one on sale
Id steer clear of "kits". I wish I did when I started. Obtain a body and purchase the len's seperatly.
Yeah that is pretty good for a kit. Some places are still selling the kit for $900+ so, if you want it pick it up. Then just start saving up for new lenses.
its hte last one they have, i might put it on layaway adn get a 20 later instead of a 50
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