Best Canon APS-C Camera: I have a T3i. If I wanted to upgrade my APS-C sensor based camera to allow me to avoid purchasing new lenses what camera body would you recommend?

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Jan 16, 2015 19:17:35 #

Silvermeteor Loc: South Carolina, USA

I have a T3i.

If I wanted to upgrade my APS-C sensor based camera to allow me to avoid purchasing new lenses what camera body would you recommend?

Jan 16, 2015 19:21:28 #

A-PeeR Loc: Houston, Texas

No budget - 7D Mark II hands down.... On a Budget look at the 70D...

Jan 16, 2015 19:22:32 #

lightcatcher Loc: Farmington, NM (4 corners)

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Jan 16, 2015 19:29:50 #

boberic Loc: Quiet Corner, Connecticut. Ex long Islander

A-PeeR wrote:

No budget - 7D Mark II hands down.... On a Budget look at the 70D...

agree

Jan 16, 2015 19:37:41 #

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

boberic wrote:

agree

Agree!

But you might also consider a used 7dmkl if you can find one at around $500.
Depending on WHAT you will be shooting. ;-)
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Jan 16, 2015 19:43:15 #

gawler Loc: rural south australia

Silvermeteor wrote:

I have a T3i.

If I wanted to upgrade my APS-C sensor based camera to allow me to avoid purchasing new lenses what camera body would you recommend?

7d2 I agree and have one great camera

Jan 16, 2015 21:33:40 #

Silvermeteor Loc: South Carolina, USA

I will place the 7DMII on my dream list. Unfortunately, at my age and with limited income (Social Security) it is unlikely that I will ever reach that goal but dreams help keep us moving forward.

Thanks for the recommendation.

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Jan 16, 2015 21:41:10 #

Basil Loc: New Mexico

My opinion: 7D MarkII if money no issue, The original 7D (used) looking for a bargain. I had the 7D (still do actually) then upgraded to the Mark II.

Jan 16, 2015 21:51:18 #

boberic Loc: Quiet Corner, Connecticut. Ex long Islander

Silvermeteor wrote:

If money is limited, the a refurbished 7d 1 might be the way to go. There will be lots available since the realese of the MK11. They should go for under $900. The original 7d is still a world class camera. I have one it more than meets my needs and I have no need to upgrade.

Jan 16, 2015 21:51:42 #

A-PeeR Loc: Houston, Texas

Silvermeteor wrote:

70D is a fine camera too. Prices on used ones from KEH are reasonable for the amount of camera you are getting:

https://www.keh.com/360554/canon-70d-digital-camera-body-20-2-m-p

I like the idea of the 7D, I have toyed with the idea of buying a used one. Of the two 70D has better image quality and less noise. 7D is a better build and features geared toward action/outdoor photography. The T3i you have is actually very good in terms of IQ. I wouldn't trade it in to move up the Rebel line. I would trade it in to move up to a 7D or 70D. Are there any specific features you want, are you in the market for better IQ, or is the T3i just flat worn out?

Jan 16, 2015 22:04:07 #

BigBear Loc: Northern CT

Silvermeteor wrote:

I have a T3i.

If I wanted to upgrade my APS-C sensor based camera to allow me to avoid purchasing new lenses what camera body would you recommend?

What lenses do you have ??

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Jan 16, 2015 23:33:19 #

Silvermeteor Loc: South Carolina, USA

The T3i is reasonably new. I originally bought a T2i kit thinking that it could also do video. WRONG! lol

Then I bought the T3i body and have been happy with it but I just do not feel that my images are as sharp as I would like them to be.

I also purchased a EF-S 55-250mm f4.5-5.6 IS STM zoom to get the STM only to find out that it only works correctly with the T4i.

I feel like I am living with a real idiot. lol

Now I need to sell the T2i along with the kit zoom and I am trying to see where to go next.

Hopefully, with the help of the members here, I will stop my spiral of half baked decisions and move forward in a sensible manner.

All this for a hobby. I guess it's better than going to bars and chasing women. Those days are definitely over.

Jan 16, 2015 23:38:15 #

Silvermeteor Loc: South Carolina, USA

EF-S 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS STM
EF 75-300 AF f4-5.6
EF-S 18-55mm f3.5-5.6

Beginner stuff.

Jan 16, 2015 23:50:41 #

Peterff Loc: O'er The Hills and Far Away, in Themyscira.

Silvermeteor wrote:

The T3i is reasonably new. I originally bought a T... (show quote)

Are you sure about all of that?

There are some limitations on the video side with the T2i /T3i, but is video your primary requirement? If so, have you tried magic lantern? Many people seem to have done OK with a T2i and Magic Lantern?

On the other hand it is all a matter of perspective. When I was a young teenager my father told me something that stuck with me:

"When wine, women and song become too much for you, give up singing!"

He was a wise man!

Jan 17, 2015 00:09:36 #

Silvermeteor Loc: South Carolina, USA

"Are you sure about that?"

I'm thinking that my track record shows I am most likely not sure about anything. lol

I have taken great video with the T3i but the STM is not utilized to full advantage until the T4i from my understanding.

No, video is not my primary interest just a side advantage.

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