Getting a new camera
06-14-2009, 09:27 PM
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Getting a new camera Gonna be getting this in the next day or so... just trying to study up on lenses and such before I make an impulse buy. 
VIDEOS:
HD 1080P @ 20fps and 720P @ 30fps
Click on the "sample videos" in red...
should have some really nice still/footage capabilities
VIDEOS:
HD 1080P @ 20fps and 720P @ 30fps
Click on the "sample videos" in red...
should have some really nice still/footage capabilities
06-14-2009, 10:26 PM
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Those are pretty pimp. If I could unload my 20D I would get one of these next. If you're going to be taking some serious photos then Canon or Nikon are the way to go.
06-15-2009, 01:07 AM
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Tell me why you are getting this beside the HD video? I hope you do realize that this is one of the canon introductory line cameras. It has a plastic body, has a terrible internal image processing unit and its main selling points are the bells and whistles that most people who don't know anything about photography are attracted to.
My 5D is 12.8 mp, but will take better pictures than any of the XXXD series cameras. If you are planning to spent that amount of money on a camera, consider a used 40d or 50d.
My 5D is 12.8 mp, but will take better pictures than any of the XXXD series cameras. If you are planning to spent that amount of money on a camera, consider a used 40d or 50d.
06-15-2009, 01:23 AM
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Tell me why you are getting this beside the HD video? I hope you do realize that this is one of the canon introductory line cameras. It has a plastic body, has a terrible internal image processing unit and its main selling points are the bells and whistles that most people who don't know anything about photography are attracted to.
My 5D is 12.8 mp, but will take better pictures than any of the XXXD series cameras. If you are planning to spent that amount of money on a camera, consider a used 40d or 50d.
My 5D is 12.8 mp, but will take better pictures than any of the XXXD series cameras. If you are planning to spent that amount of money on a camera, consider a used 40d or 50d.
06-15-2009, 10:12 AM
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I realize everything you have mentioned. Plastic body doesn't bother me for half the price of the 40/50 d lines... I don't plan on throwing this thing at the ground. Besides I can use the saved money towards a better lens then what I could afford with a 40d or 50d. I've used the 50d many times and am well aware of it's capabilities. In fact, many of the internals are exactly the same as this T1i if you look. Except for the fact that the T1i has of course the Video option as well. I don't understand how you say your 5D can shoot better pictures. If you knew anything about photography, you'd know that the camera body is 2nd to the lens. Meaning that if yours is shooting better pictures at 12.8mp then you apparently have a better lens than what the T1i comes with from the factory. Which is why I'm using the saved money by going with the plastic body instead of the magnesium towards a good lens.
Aside from this, many of the high end L glass lenses were specifically made for use and optimization on the 1.3x and full frame cameras, aka 1D and 5D series.
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06-15-2009, 10:13 AM
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This is a fine entry level camera. You'll be very happy with it. The price for this compared to a 40D is very reasonable and I think a step up from this would be a 50D. The difference between the two is marginal the T1i and the 40D. If you have any questions feel free to ask.
06-15-2009, 07:55 PM
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This is a fine entry level camera. You'll be very happy with it. The price for this compared to a 40D is very reasonable and I think a step up from this would be a 50D. The difference between the two is marginal the T1i and the 40D. If you have any questions feel free to ask.
check out this video shot by a 5D Mark II...
http://vimeo.com/2125645
06-15-2009, 09:08 PM
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why u wanna spend that much to buy a camera
if you want it for normal photo shooting buy canon G10 or SX10
5Dmark2 or cameras like that are for expert photographer
i dont recomend that big toys to anybody
Im dealing with canon and nikon,s
so i know what,s going on
i have is5s and im more than happy with it
if you want it for normal photo shooting buy canon G10 or SX10
5Dmark2 or cameras like that are for expert photographer
i dont recomend that big toys to anybody
Im dealing with canon and nikon,s
so i know what,s going on
i have is5s and im more than happy with it
06-16-2009, 03:56 AM
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why u wanna spend that much to buy a camera
if you want it for normal photo shooting buy canon G10 or SX10
5Dmark2 or cameras like that are for expert photographer
i dont recomend that big toys to anybody
Im dealing with canon and nikon,s
so i know what,s going on
i have is5s and im more than happy with it
if you want it for normal photo shooting buy canon G10 or SX10
5Dmark2 or cameras like that are for expert photographer
i dont recomend that big toys to anybody
Im dealing with canon and nikon,s
so i know what,s going on
i have is5s and im more than happy with it
looks like fedex changed the delivery date to Tuesday!!!
06-19-2009, 10:53 PM
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ha, everyone with a digital camera thinks they are a photographer.it is really hard to start out getting wedding gigs because everyone has that "friend" who has a camera and they are doing it for free...***** everyone else with talent in the long run. i just laugh and say. it is your wedding and it is only one day of your life. good luck
06-20-2009, 06:32 AM
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This is too true. I just do it for myself, friends, and people who think I am good. If it becomes something more than side work or fun, then so be it. All photographers want to make it, but who doesnt want to make it in their field? Good luck with the camera, if you have any questions feel free to ask. 
