Looking to start photography as a hobby. Would like to take event and family photos then later print at the local Costco and share with others the prints. In terms of quality and ease of use, which one would be good for me? I would like the ease of expanding as well with additional lenses or flashes later.
2006-07-12 13:22:19 · 6 answers · asked by Jay 2 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
I agree with most here, that the Rebel XT is the better camera. To me however, the D50 makes more sense.
The 2 things where the Rebel XT has an advantage are:
* 8 megapixels vs. 6. If you need to print bigger than 8x10 inches, this matters. Otherwise, it doesn't.
* Better low light performance. If you shoot mostly indoor sports at ISO 1600 or 3200, this matters. Otherwise, it doesn't.
The camera's are equal in all other specs: they can both do 3 frames per second, they're both built to last over 50,000 shots, etc.
For me, the advantages of the Rebel XT don't really matter. What does matter to me is that the D50 feels solid whereas the Rebel XT feels like a toy. What also matters to me is that the D50 body is only $550, vs. $655 for the Rebel XT body. If you look at the kits (with a standard zoom lens) the D50 is still a lot cheaper. That price difference will pay for the memory card. Or for an extra lens. So if it were my money, I'd get the D50.
(What I actually did with my money, was get a Nikon D200 with a $1200 zoom. But please don't think that I'm a Nikon fan boy - I'd rather have a Canon 1Ds Mk2 ;-)
2006-07-12 21:20:04 · answer #1 · answered by OMG, I ♥ PONIES!!1 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's hard to say anymore which is better.
Back in the "old days" the Nikon F rules, only because it was around longer and had a lot of flexibility. When the Canon F-1 came out, it gave Nikon a run for their money and some Canon lenses were quite sophisticated using "exotic" glasses never seen before in lensing making. Canon was also among the first to multi-coat.
To this day professional digital backs costing $12,000 are made for both the Nikon F and Canon F-1, so that photogrpahers for Time Magazine can still use all their lenses!
So it's a toss up. Both cameras are good cameras.
YOu might want to see if one has a metal flange or not. That can be a nice feature. Especially if you want long lenses.
2006-07-12 22:38:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went back and forth on these two models for several months. The difference between the two (to me) really came down to which felt "right". I have more experience with Nikon - I shoot with a very nice Nikon at work (so nice that I can't afford it :) ), but for my budget it came down to these two models.
I opted for the Canon. Some people don't like the lighter weight of the Canon, and I can understand that. However, I like that it's a little lighter weight. I bought the Canon backpack camera bag and like that I can carry my smaller point and shoot digital, my video camera, and my rebel xt with the lenses and not break my back.
I've been happy so far with the shots that I am getting - the resolution is great. I am saving up for one of the new Canon Image Stabalizing lenses - can't wait to try it.
2006-07-14 15:00:36 · answer #3 · answered by ga_morton 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally, I like Nikons. But between the two you selected, the Canon is the better camera. For sure!
You can take good pictures with either, but the Canon has more features.
2006-07-12 23:35:22 · answer #4 · answered by eclectek06 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Both are fine cameras. Go to your local dealer and get them in your hands. The Canon is a bit smaller and lighter, which lots of folks really like. Ignore the yapping extremists on both sides of the endless and boring Nikon-is-best-no-Canon-is-best controversy and pick the one with the features and feel you prefer.
2006-07-12 21:13:18 · answer #5 · answered by dbaldu 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They are all the same. But I got Canon and love it. So it is up to you
2006-07-12 20:26:02 · answer #6 · answered by Belarus94 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋