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Hello and what about the T3, T5, or T6
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May 2, 2018 15:25:31   #
Attila The Texan
 
Hi all,

I've been reading off and on for a while, but never signed up to post anything. I started taking pictures back in 1975 using a Canon Ftb, which I lost in Turkey, followed up with an A-1, and now have Canon Digital. I'm hoping to upgrade to a T3, T5, or T6 on KEH Camera. They have used bodies for sale and I don't need any new lenses since both of my lenses are compatible EFS.

Any thoughts on which one? I'm assuming the higher the number, the better. But how much improvement is a T3 over what I have? The costs listed are:
T3 $149 to $248
T5 $228 to $299.
T6 $238... to $299.



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May 2, 2018 15:36:30   #
Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States
 
For the T series, higher number is newer, probably better.
What Canon digital do you have now?
One of the earlier numbers had a problem, not sure which one though. I'd probably go with the T6.

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May 2, 2018 15:37:50   #
CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City
 
Assuming you can afford all three, I'd use the following hierarchy of considerations:

1. From KEH, pick EX or EX+ specimens.

2. Select the largest sensor and newest processor. That would be the T6 as follows:

T3 - 12MP / DIGIC-4
T5 - 18MP / DIGIC-4
T6 - 18MP / DIGIC-4+

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May 2, 2018 15:39:27   #
Attila The Texan
 
The Canon Digital I have was the second generation digital Rebel. I got it in 2003, so it was new on the scene of digital cameras.

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May 2, 2018 15:48:12   #
Photocraig
 
CHG_CANON wrote:
Assuming you can afford all three, I'd use the following hierarchy of considerations:

1. From KEH, pick EX or EX+ specimens.

2. Select the largest sensor and newest processor. That would be the T6 as follows:

T3 - 12MP / DIGIC-4
T5 - 18MP / DIGIC-4
T6 - 18MP / DIGIC-4+


I entirely agree. The keys to a digital Camera Body are the sensor (size and resolution) and the software. Look to see what the T6i is selling for, I believe it is improved over the vanilla T6 but check the MP's and the DIGIC level. Also if possible, maybe see what's available in a T7. I believe Canon USA is having a refurbished sale with extra savings. Keep to your budget, but if there's a little extra room, try for the T7 or T7i refurbs from Canon USA. .

Certainly of the choices available I'd choose the T6 for $50 more.

Feel confident with your purchases from KEH. They offer a 14 day return and a 6 month Warranty.

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May 2, 2018 16:14:57   #
Attila The Texan
 
Thanks all. That is helpful.

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May 2, 2018 16:28:49   #
CHG_CANON Loc: the Windy City
 
btw - the body will most likely come without a neck strap. I'm 0 for 2 for used bodies from KEH with neck straps. Reuse one from your older camera, buy a 3rd party part from an online seller, or shop for the genuine item from ebay.

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May 2, 2018 17:39:32   #
Dave327 Loc: Duluth, GA. USA
 
Check out the Canon USA web site - Refurbished Cameras. Today - Canon T6 with 18-55mm EFS is $269.
This is what I bought as a learning camera 10 months ago.
T6i - 24.2 MP - swivel touch screen (body) $450
T6s - 24.2 MP - swivel touch screen, digic 6 processor (body) $499

I am enjoying the T6, but a swivel touch screen & more MP is in my future. Probably a 77D or 80D.

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May 2, 2018 18:10:06   #
Attila The Texan
 
I think I can only afford a T6, the vanilla one. Considering what I'm using now, this should be a drastic improvement.

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May 2, 2018 18:15:48   #
Peterff Loc: O'er The Hills and Far Away, in Themyscira.
 
Attila The Texan wrote:
I think I can only afford a T6, the vanilla one. Considering what I'm using now, this should be a drastic improvement.


It may be a big improvement, but if you can stretch to an i model it would be good. The T3,T5. T6, etc are typically four years behind the i models.

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May 3, 2018 02:01:16   #
robertjerl Loc: Corona, California
 
Yes the Tx without the 'i' or 's' following are the bottom of the line beginner and usually have the tech/sensor of the last model.
But as you stated it is a jump up from what you have now.

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May 3, 2018 05:34:18   #
joshuafloeter Loc: Austin, Tx.
 
The newer Canon Rebel Series are all great. The models you mentioned are all crop sensors, not crap, just that there are different perspectives with 1.6 Find a budget for the lenses, not so much the body. I carry a 6d and T5i. Enjoy and shoot daily.

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May 3, 2018 06:37:57   #
brobill Loc: Fort Worth, Texas ( Haslet)
 
I upgraded to the t6i and am quite pleased with it.
Main improvement in t6i is touch screen and up to 24 Mp.
T6 is 18 Mp and no touch screen.

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May 3, 2018 09:00:30   #
anotherview Loc: California
 
Agree:
Longshadow wrote:
For the T series, higher number is newer, probably better.
What Canon digital do you have now?
One of the earlier numbers had a problem, not sure which one though. I'd probably go with the T6.

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May 3, 2018 09:10:51   #
kennyglover Loc: Medford Lakes NJ
 
I have the T6 and I love it. Very easy to use, and it takes great photos. Awesome picture of the bridge.

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