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60d or T2i?

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III
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Hello, I'm currently looking to buy a new camera and I'm currently deciding between these two. I have a decent amount of photography experience, and a little bit of experience with my dad's T1i. I'm going to use it for both still photography and shooting video (skiing and other). I can't decide if its worth it to spend the extra three or four hundred on the 60d.

Also, suggestions for a lens would be nice. Merry Xmas!
Dec 25 2010 5:47PM
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jason...
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there honestly isn't very much difference between the 60D and the T2i, the 60D is more or less an upgraded T2i, not a continuation of the XXD series. if you're buying it strictly for filming, I say save the cash and get the T2i with something like a 50mm f/1.8 over the stock lens.
Dec 25 2010 6:02PM
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Downtofilm
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just got a 60d
for sure go with the 60d
Dec 25 2010 6:22PM
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either one you can't go wrong.

Honestly the 60D beats the T2i by a tad bit
Dec 25 2010 6:26PM
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I would get the t2i. Flip out screens suck ass and with the money you save you could buy some nice primes.
Dec 25 2010 6:29PM
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WillStart
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if you plan on doing video and don't plan on buying a mic/mixer, buy the 60D. personally, the flip out screen appeals to me but it's not for everybody.

if you're doing photo, which it sounds like you are, then i have no clue.

also, if you get the T2i, spend the money on some primes like landis suggested. i just got the 50mm f/1.4, it's dope.
Dec 25 2010 6:31PM
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III
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Alright, its sort of sounding like the 60d would be a waste of money for me, however, the flip out screen does seem quite practical. As far as finding lenses, what is a good web site to find a good deal on one. Obviously I want the highest quality picture for the lowest price, so used/vintage is a serious option. Suggestions?
Dec 25 2010 9:55PM
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Ben.
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this. everyone talks about how the flip out screen is a bonus, its really just something else to break.

so that leaves AGC (which is magic lanternable) and slightly higher fps when shooting bursts for photos. worth 300? meh.
Dec 25 2010 10:19PM
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kzrstf
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look on craigslist for some old nikon primes, and buy a nikon-eos adapter.
i got a 35mm f2 and 50mm f1.4 for 60 bucks, which is pretty awesome
Dec 25 2010 10:45PM
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III
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Just out of curiosity, why do you say nikon as opposed to any other brand? I feel as though I've always heard that Canon has the best glass.
Dec 25 2010 11:19PM
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kzrstf
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nikon lenses are inexpensive and work great!
the only problem with using nikon glass on a canon body is you lose af, but since i do mostly video, i personally dont care
Dec 26 2010 12:12AM
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eheath
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Nope, nikon is better for glass all day long.
Dec 26 2010 12:14AM
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tspanagel
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if ur using it for mainly photography then get a Nikon.  Nikon is better anyways.
Dec 26 2010 11:18AM
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III
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Alright, so is Canon better for shooting video? I've felt as though Canon was my best option, but if Nikon shoots video just as nice then i'd certainly consider that.
Dec 26 2010 1:01PM
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1337
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T2i, magic lanterns gives it all the features (and more) that the 60d has.
Dec 26 2010 4:13PM
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jason...
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extremely debatable. i dont want to get into it right now but that's a pretty ignorant thing to say one is simply better than the other as both companies (canon and nikon) have their pros and cons about each camera they produce.
Dec 27 2010 10:58PM
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eheath
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Canon body + nikon primes + canon L series zooms = good to go.
Dec 27 2010 11:00PM
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CS_Films
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For video the Flip out screen is awesome. If you are trying to do any low or high shots its a super pain in the ass with a T2i with the 60d its much easier.
Dec 28 2010 8:39AM
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