Canon 300D (Rebel)

[tony64]

Thanks
I really am interested in the D50 with the 2 lens kit so I'll keep saving the pennies

 

[spoon2003]

Don't need too much more pennies....Even the big retail stores (Ritz Camera, Best Buy)has the D50 & 2 lens kit for $899 which only a bit more than what you were thinking for the 300D. There's bound to be one of these stores near where you're staying at WDW. Internet mail order runs about $50-75 less.

Sue from Boston

 

[tony64]

Cheers Sue
I've not had time to check out if they will ship to our resort or not.
The extra saving would be good.

 

[Boss Hogg]

Would check on the comparable Canon, I am a Canon convert, but, in all of the revies I have ever seen with Canon against Nikon I have always preferred the shots taken with the Canon. IMHO they take a better picture.\

See there were some comments about a vertical shutter release on a Nikon, you could always get a battery grip for a 300D (as I've got) and you've got your vertical release, and two batteries on board for those long days at the parks.

 

[Kelly Grannell]

there is no vertical grip for the D50, there is a 3rd party vertical grip for the D70.

 

[tony64]

Matt I did go on to the df review site and the write up for the D50 is good.
I can get kitted out c/w 2 x lenses for about £150 less than the rebel 350.
I have to draw line between how much i what to spend and how much Theresa will let me spend

 

[tony64]

Just noticed there is a new battery grip availble for the D50

 

[webshark3]

It lived a good life, but picked a poor (financial) year to die.

42223 clicks, and shutter failure.

So I picked up a XSi with the 18-55IS lens to replace it.

I EXPECTED the XSi to run circles around my 300D, but what I didn't expect was how well IS worked on the lens. I always opted for fast glass over IS lenses, so this one is my first.

It's a ok lens, but that IS works very well. Now I'm wondering if I should leave my fast glass at home next Disney trip and just use this kit. I mostly shoot static at Disney... not much low-light action. Last year I pretty much stuck to my 24mm f2.8 prime and pulled out my old kit when I needed 18mm.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

Well, I'm sorry....

and Congratulations!

 

[ukcatfan]

The IQ on your prime is going to run circles around the kit lens regardless of the lighting. If you have better glass, I suggest sticking to it.

 

[boBQuincy]

Le Rebel est mort, vive le Rebel!

The new kit lens is amazing for what it is and what it costs. I agree though, your prime should outdo the 18-55 in most ways. The real limitation of the kit lens (to me) is it goes to f/5.6 at most focal lengths and then needs to be at f/8 to work well.
I plan to carry it occasionally as a lightweight option but for serious work it is primes or L, a 12 MP sensor deserves that.

 

[Michele]

It lived a good life, but picked a poor (financial) year to die.

42223 clicks, and shutter failure.

I lost my 300D this year too, in May. I'm just curious, how did you know the click count? I wonder what mine was.


I replaced mine with a 40D and would like to check into getting the Rebel fixed to have a back-up body. Mine hasn't been look at yet, so I don't know if 'shutter failure' is fatal or repairable.

I was getting a 3/4 black screen when I took a pic, is that what you had happen?

 

[webshark3]

I lost my 300D this year too, in May. I'm just curious, how did you know the click count? I wonder what mine was.


I replaced mine with a 40D and would like to check into getting the Rebel fixed to have a back-up body. Mine hasn't been look at yet, so I don't know if 'shutter failure' is fatal or repairable.

I was getting a 3/4 black screen when I took a pic, is that what you had happen?

Typically, shutter failure will run $200-300. And then who knows what will fail after that (mirror failure might run the same to fix).

You know what, I may have calculated wrong. Try this:
http://moonshine.homedns.org:2655/pano/2008/10/08/check-40d-shutter-count/

The total count may also show up in the EXIF data.

 

[webshark3]

I lost my 300D this year too, in May. I'm just curious, how did you know the click count? I wonder what mine was.


I replaced mine with a 40D and would like to check into getting the Rebel fixed to have a back-up body. Mine hasn't been look at yet, so I don't know if 'shutter failure' is fatal or repairable.

I was getting a 3/4 black screen when I took a pic, is that what you had happen?

It's repairable, but not really worth it. You can have a new camera for $100-200 more. I've seen what you have, and it should be the shutter not opening properly, or the mirror not lifting all the way. Either way, not good. In my case, the mirror is fine. The shutter doesn't open at all.

A good way to see: remove your lens, set the camera to bulb mode. Look in and hold down the trigger. You should see pretty quickly what is broken.

 

[Rob_Drebel]

Other good thing about the new camera is that the shutters are more durable and do not fail nearly as often. In my 300D days, that was the largest problems listed. on the XT and after I seldom see issues with the shutters failing.
I am still deciding between the xsi and the 30 Body only for about the same price as a second body.

 

[Moeluv4u7]

I need serious help- I don't know if anyone who reads this knows- I have posted a couple posts about The Canon Sx10is- I really want it! Enough said there-
My Dad is a camera buff and when we were small he actually had a small darkroom set up in our basement and had many many lens, filters, flashes, etc and yes among them all, cameras...
Getting to the point here- He heard I was looking to purchase this camera (sx10is) and tells me to come get his Canon he just replaced with upgraded model that just came out-
It is a Canon EOS Digital rebel 300D (I believe is the order of the name)
I am so unfamiliar! I knew not to shop for a DSLR as I really am NOT a photographer of any sort! I know a bit about ISO, aperture, setting atimer if needed, changing from color to B&W, sepia, etc- a few things but really still pretty basic as far as knowledge goes-
This has the kit lens with it- (18-55mm) -
I have no idea even where to begin- Yeah I know how to snap a shot but have no idea as to what to set how- I have the manuals with the camera but it doesn't "teach" you photography with a DSLR... I don't know if lens are even available for it anymore let alone how to use them or am I able to afford or have the time to buy them and learn them all or want to change out lens constantly...
I have taken a few pics as close as I can... I zoom in and can crop a closer pic of the main item I shot but it is blurry as I get closer in zoom- I have no idea what the actual range of this lens is- (mm is not my first math...) it is a 6.3 mp and I guess the "zoom" would be whatever lens you have, right?
Please someone give me some insight as to where to go so I can self teach myself the ins and outs of this camera- I am going to browse the depths of photography-on-the.net and see what may be in archives there- ask a few questions, etc-
I just wanted an advanced PnS so I could get good fireworks photos, kids playing in the water, on the rides, and some sports photos- I really want a detailed zoom- without buying another lens I don't think I will get it with this one- Will I? Forthsoe of you seasoned photographers/photo takers- please help!

 

[annnewjerz]

1. I know nothing about Canon dSLRs, but if your Father has upgraded and is willing to give you the dSLR with kit lens, what's the harm? If you take it and don't like the results---the Powershot will always be there for you to buy.

2. With the standard "kit" lens (typically 18-55mm) you will not get great zoom. If you are looking for a lens with better reach you'd probably want to go with the Canon 55-250 IS lens. It looks like it's about $250. (http://www.amazon.com/Canon-55-250m...1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1237944521&sr=8-1) this will give you some reach and the IS built into the lens will help you get clearer shots.

3. There is an "auto" mode on most (probably all but I hate to generalize) dSLR cameras. Since you say you are a beginner, it would be easy to put your camera in auto mode for shooting---basically as you would with a point and shoot. After you start to learn more about the basics of photography, you can venture out into A, S and M modes and adjust the settings to your liking. It gives you a little more room to grow than your standard p&s.

4. For better shots of fireworks, don't forget to get a tripod for whatever camera you are using! The best recommendation you'll see on these boards for fireworks shots is to use a tripod/beanbag/SOMETHING to stabilize your camera. You will have to use a longer shutter speed so setting a timer or using a remote cable release will help as well.

Good luck and hopefully someone can offer additional insight into the specific model you are talking about, as well as make more suggestions for you!

 

[KCmike]

I just bought the XTI so I have a little of experience in this area.
First of all there is alot to learn. Are you willing to learn? It is a very expensive hobby. There are so many ins and outs. You can simply shoot in auto mode if you want but you'll find that you will want to keep digging in and and learn more and more.

Lenses are expensive and there are many to choose from. The zoom your gonna want is the 55-250IS like the poster said above is around $250. They call it the nifty two fifty. Check out amazon.com as they have new and used lenses at great prices.

If you can get a slr for free you should jump at the chance. It is so much fun. Your pictures will be so much better than a point and shoot. At first you will think what the heck. These aren't any better....but wait....read....and practice.....and then......magic happens......

Good luck. Have fun. Keep us posted on what you do.

 

[Michele]

This is the model I upgraded from when I got my 40D. It is the original Digital Rebel, not XT, XTi or XSi.

It definitely has an 'auto' mode. Just set the top dial to the green square. You will be able to shoot most everything with this setting, and stay in auto until you feel comfortable moving on. (Shoot, I stayed there for 2 years).

The other mode you might want to try is 'P' on the same dial or program mode, this one will keep the flash from popping up unless you tell it to by pushing the 'lightning' button beside the flash.

And try this website for basics, http://www.usa.canon.com/content/rebelxt_tutorial/rebelxtlessons.htm

It is for the next Rebel model, the XT or 350D, but you will find lots of useful info.

 

[jann1033]

you can use any eos lens with it( in other words, any current canon lens, going back 18 or so yrs , just not "fd" which are really old canon lenses ) and tons of third party lenses that are made today for eos cameras. it's about 5 or 6 yrs old i think, i have the next generation.
kcmikes recommendation for a lens is a good one if you aren't after pro lenses and it doesn't sound like you are. you can also buy a 18-55 IS kit lens( newer than the one you have and it would give you a good range for about $400 total. you can use the auto zone just like a point and shoot but will get better photos. you might be trying to crop to much if you are getting blurry photos after cropping.
the kit lens you father has isn't all that great so you probably would be happier getting another lens. it should auto focus though so either you aren't letting it focus before you take the photo or maybe moving some if you are getting blurry photos before you try to crop, or the lens could not be focusing right. ask him if he ever used it how well the autofocus worked