Second camera
Jan 22, 2014 11:35:30 #
Hi everyone. My name is Gina. I am pretty new to DSLR photography, just 2 years in. I live between San Francisco and San Jose. I am 45 min from the Ocean and 4 hrs from Yosemite. Needless to say, I am finding it hard to put my camera down. My current camera, a Canon 60d, is in need of cleaning. But, I can't stand the thought of not having a camera within arms reach and I am not completely satisfied with the 60d. What is my best move? (I am assuming that if I get a second body it will be a Canon because of my lens investment. I am also assuming that I will be upgrading.)
Jan 22, 2014 11:38:10 #
Welcome Gina! Decades ago I lived on the other side of the bay. San Francisco is still my most favorite city in the U.S.
Can't help with your camera choice as I have the Rebel T3i.
Hope you have fun on this site, looking forward to your images!
Can't help with your camera choice as I have the Rebel T3i.
Hope you have fun on this site, looking forward to your images!
Jan 22, 2014 11:45:41 #
Jan 22, 2014 11:45:51 #
Thanks for the welcome Linda. I love it here too. I transplanted from Ohio 13 years ago. Can't imagine ever wanting to move away.
Jan 22, 2014 11:47:00 #
Go for the Rebel, ya can't go wrong as a very practical second camera. I have two of them in addition to my 60D.
Jan 22, 2014 11:51:05 #
I use a T4i and an T1i so lens fit both. Always carry my point and shoot (Pentax Optico RZ18) just in case there is a photo op handy. Wife keeps a Nikon Coolpix handy in her purse.
Jan 22, 2014 12:08:06 #
I agree, the 60d is a good camera. I am sure that is my inexperience speaking, with regard to satisfaction. While I can see the benefits of buying the same camera body, I just assumed that I'd go ahead and plan for the future.
Jan 22, 2014 12:20:44 #
Wow, the Rebel seems a popular choice. I offered to take a picture for a couple using their Rebel. It felt lighter than my 60d and not as solid. I suppose my best option is a hands-on visit at a local shop.
Jan 22, 2014 12:23:41 #
Ginaigel wrote:
Wow, the Rebel seems a popular choice. I offered to take a picture for a couple using their Rebel. It felt lighter than my 60d and not as solid. I suppose my best option is a hands-on visit at a local shop.
....and if you like a touch screen the T4i abad above have it. To me a great feature especially when shooting from a tripod at night
Jan 23, 2014 05:32:08 #
Jan 23, 2014 06:48:04 #
There are many Canon Models but budget plays the big role . I just bought a Canon 5D Mark III . I shoot both Nikon and Canon and early see any difference in quality of the two systems . Handle a camera in a good store and talk to clerks .
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