Thoughts on the Canon EOS Rebel SL1
Jul 23, 2017 12:26:26 #
Helllo,
What are your thoughts and/or experiences with the Canon EOS Rebel SL1 or SL2? I'm looking at it for either astrophotography and or photography. Thanks for your thoughts. I'm a beginner.
Tony
What are your thoughts and/or experiences with the Canon EOS Rebel SL1 or SL2? I'm looking at it for either astrophotography and or photography. Thanks for your thoughts. I'm a beginner.
Tony
Jul 23, 2017 12:44:31 #
Resqu2
Loc: SW Va
I loved my SL1, I only sold it to upgrade to a full frame camera. I don’t know enough to say if it’s ok for astronomy work. It probably is with the right lens though.
Jul 23, 2017 13:14:33 #
the SL1 was my first dslr and I still have it, even though I now have a couple of upgrades. It's size makes it a good choice to throw in your bag as an extra if needed, or to get into a show or sporting event, etc. It's a very capable camera for a beginner, I think, since virtually every Canon lens will work with it.
Jul 23, 2017 14:55:27 #
Jul 24, 2017 11:54:22 #
amfoto1
Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA
The SL1 (100D) & SL2 (200D) are designed to be one of the smallest and lightest DSLRs available. I don't know if it still is, but when it was first introduced the SL1 was the smallest made by anyone. Functionally, the SL-1 is essentially the same as the slightly larger, most entry-level T6 (1300D). There is no T7 yet, but when it's introduced, it will likely be similar in function and specifications to the SL2.
Compared to the SL1, the SL2 gains a 33% higher resolution image sensor... 24MP versus 18MP. The new model also has a higher continuous shooting frame rate and a larger capacity battery, as well as an articulated LCD screen. The SL2 also has WiFi with NFC and Bluetooth connectivity.
Both cameras use fairly basic 9-point autofocus systems that have only one of the more sensitive "cross type" points (at the center) and is rated to -0.5 EV. For more advanced AF, the T5[u]i[/i] also has a 9-point AF system, but all points are cross type. T6[u]i[/i] and T6s have 19-point, all cross type AF (much like 70D's) and the current top-of-the-line T7i and 77D have 45-point, all cross type, -3 EV rated AF system (largely inherited from 80D).
The more entry-level SL1, SL2, and T6 cameras are full featured, but are designed with more emphasis on automated operation. They offer less direct access to controls than with more up-scale models. For some settings you may need to press two or more buttons and turn a dial, or go into the menu (I know SL2 has a Touch Screen... not sure about SL1).
If you buy either camera in a two-lens bundle, be a little careful. They're commonly bundled with two different telephoto zooms: either the Canon EF 70-300mm III or the Canon EF-S 55-250mm IS STM. The 70-300mm is cheaper, but the 55-250mm is a much better lens in most respects. It's got better image quality, is closer focusing, faster & quieter STM focus drive, and it has Image Stabilization. The 70-300mm "III" is simply not one of Canon's best efforts and is lacking in all these areas.... It's the cheapest tele-zoom they make.
The other lens usually included with either camera is the EF-S 18-55mm IS STM and it's fine. (On the other hand, the T6/1300D is usually bundled with the cheaper, slower and noisier focusing, non-STM, "II" version of the 18-55mm lens. It's the same optically, just has lower performance AF. Beware of sellers who swap this lower specification lens into "unofficial" kits with SL1 or SL2.)
As ultra-compact cameras, Canon did not design the SL1 or SL2 to accommodate a battery grip and doesn't offer one for either camera. They also didn't design or offer one for the T3, T5 or T6... But 3rd-party manufacturer Vello makes one to fit those cameras. All the more upscale Canon DSLRs are designed to work with various battery/vertical grips that Canon and others offer. The grips hold two batteries, doubling the number of shots between battery changes. And they also have secondary controls convenient when shooting in vertical (portrait) orientation. Just be aware this is not an option with SL1 or SL2.
Compared to the SL1, the SL2 gains a 33% higher resolution image sensor... 24MP versus 18MP. The new model also has a higher continuous shooting frame rate and a larger capacity battery, as well as an articulated LCD screen. The SL2 also has WiFi with NFC and Bluetooth connectivity.
Both cameras use fairly basic 9-point autofocus systems that have only one of the more sensitive "cross type" points (at the center) and is rated to -0.5 EV. For more advanced AF, the T5[u]i[/i] also has a 9-point AF system, but all points are cross type. T6[u]i[/i] and T6s have 19-point, all cross type AF (much like 70D's) and the current top-of-the-line T7i and 77D have 45-point, all cross type, -3 EV rated AF system (largely inherited from 80D).
The more entry-level SL1, SL2, and T6 cameras are full featured, but are designed with more emphasis on automated operation. They offer less direct access to controls than with more up-scale models. For some settings you may need to press two or more buttons and turn a dial, or go into the menu (I know SL2 has a Touch Screen... not sure about SL1).
If you buy either camera in a two-lens bundle, be a little careful. They're commonly bundled with two different telephoto zooms: either the Canon EF 70-300mm III or the Canon EF-S 55-250mm IS STM. The 70-300mm is cheaper, but the 55-250mm is a much better lens in most respects. It's got better image quality, is closer focusing, faster & quieter STM focus drive, and it has Image Stabilization. The 70-300mm "III" is simply not one of Canon's best efforts and is lacking in all these areas.... It's the cheapest tele-zoom they make.
The other lens usually included with either camera is the EF-S 18-55mm IS STM and it's fine. (On the other hand, the T6/1300D is usually bundled with the cheaper, slower and noisier focusing, non-STM, "II" version of the 18-55mm lens. It's the same optically, just has lower performance AF. Beware of sellers who swap this lower specification lens into "unofficial" kits with SL1 or SL2.)
As ultra-compact cameras, Canon did not design the SL1 or SL2 to accommodate a battery grip and doesn't offer one for either camera. They also didn't design or offer one for the T3, T5 or T6... But 3rd-party manufacturer Vello makes one to fit those cameras. All the more upscale Canon DSLRs are designed to work with various battery/vertical grips that Canon and others offer. The grips hold two batteries, doubling the number of shots between battery changes. And they also have secondary controls convenient when shooting in vertical (portrait) orientation. Just be aware this is not an option with SL1 or SL2.
Jul 24, 2017 16:07:23 #
I have this neat little camera in my stable. Much has already been stated regarding its features, but a neato that hasn't been pointed out is the touch screen. Very nice feature. A joy to shoot. I originally bought it with the 18-55, and have added the Tammy 16-300. I don't shoot it much, but don't intend to dispose of it either.
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