Camera Ideas

[GLC 392]

Looking to get a new Canon camera soon with in the next two months or so, what do you guys suggest? looking to get a Rebel or higher. The main thing im looking for is something that wont put a red halo around the headlights in low light times. My current camera does that with most night shots with lights pointing at the camera and ruins the shot.

[SD80MAC]

I use the Rebel XSi and love it. Haven't noticed any red halos during night shots granted I haven't taken that many since I got it.

[J T]

Well that all depends upon how much you want to spend on a body and what your budget is for lenses.

[bnsfben]

Steven, are you interested in selling your old camera if/when you get a new one?

[GLC 392]

not quite sure yet JT will know more at the end of next month where i will stand.... and no Ben i will not.

[J T]

Ok, a dollar amount will help us greatly when it comes to making suggestions.

[GLC 392]

well i know that just want ideas no matter what the price knowing what i have done with a point and shoot.

[MDH]

well i know that just want ideas no matter what the price knowing what i have done with a point and shoot.

I upgraded from a Canon XTi (10 MP) to a new Canon T1i (15 MP) body last year and it's a HUGE difference over my old XTi. Body only at B&H for $650 or with a decent kit lens (EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens ) for $750. Heck of a camera for not too high of a price. Even shoots HD video if you want. Of course you could buy the body + better glass and then it's wide open from there on $$$'s. Or you could get the newer T2i sporting 18MP. Or get a more $$$ body, or a full frame body, or....

While we're at it - anyone have any experience with this lens?

Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens $ 720.00

That's a heck of a range and if reviews like this are indicative then it might be good for our hobby use despite the f range:

"By nmccamy from Pennsylvania on 10/29/2009
Bottom Line:Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments about Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Lens:

I'm a professional wedding photographer and have used the 24-70L lens for years. I've always needed farther reach on both ends, so I rented the 15-85 and spent a lot of time and a lot of photographs comparing the two lenses. Bottom line; I was so impressed with the 15-85 that I immediately put my 24-70L online to sell and B&H should expect my order shortly. The 15-85 is noticeably sharper and it compares in contrast and bokeh. Pincusion distortion on the 24-70L was quite evident compared to the 15-85. The IS is remarkable! I found that I rarely used f/2.8 on the 24-70L because it was too soft. I used f/5.6 most often, so the 15-85 is perfect"

[LSRC]

Buy a used Canon 30D or 40D along with a 70-200 f/4L and a 28-105 f/4.5-5.6 (or a Sigma 17-70).

[MDH]

Buy a used Canon 30D or 40D along with a 70-200 f/4L and a 28-105 f/4.5-5.6 (or a Sigma 17-70).

I have the Sigma 17-70 and have been pretty happy with it. I use a Canon 70-300 for a longer reach although the 70-200 f/4L certainly has a good reputation (although it costs about twice as much).

[LSRC]

I'd probably buy a 100-300 before I'd buy a 70-300...and Gregg is conveniently still has one on the market I believe.

[msurailfan]

I HAD a Sigma 24-70 and loved it. Great lens for what I used it for and the price I got it for. I would also highly recommend the 40D. I had that as well (if you haven't seen my thread about it, got stolen) and had no issues with it, very user friendly.

[GLC 392]

did some looking around thinking of getting this what do you guys think? http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/5 ... l#features

[conrailmike]

It's a very good camera Steven, I'd keep saving money for some better glass too. It uses SD and SDHC memory so you won't have to go out and buy all new memory cards.