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Subject: Canon T3 vs. T3i

yevan
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Jul 9 2012
6:09:36PM

I'm about to buy a new SLR but I have a couple questions regarding the differences that I hope some of you can help me out with.

I can see the differences written down in the description of the cameras but I want to know how much that affects the quality of the footage/photo (in this case the T3). I've worked with the T3i before and it's great but the price range between the two is $200 and I'm wondering if the T3i is really that much better or if I could get away with buying the T3. +k for serious responses.

I know this could be put in M&A but my questions wouldn't be answered for days.

Thanks.

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Jul 9 2012
6:11:17PM

It doesn't take days in M&A... lots of better answers you'd be getting there too.

Go to site discussion and ask for a move, it's not that big of a deal unless it's urgent, for a deal or something.

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Jul 9 2012
6:49:20PM

Quoting JUICY.J from Jul 9 2012 6:11:17:
It doesn't take days in M&A... lots of better answers you'd be getting there too. Go to site discussion and ask for a move, it's not that big of a deal unless it's urgent, for a deal or something.

It is urgent.

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Jul 9 2012
6:56:58PM

the t3 is shit for video, if you want to save money get a refurbished t2i, it will produce the same as a t3i.

Also, put this in media and arts I check there before NSG any day and there are way more knowledgeable people in M&A.

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Jul 9 2012
6:59:55PM

Quoting .Duncan. from Jul 9 2012 6:56:58:
the t3 is shit for video

This. Spend the extra $200 for a WAY better camera. A good rule is dont cheap out when your buying camera gear.

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Jul 9 2012
7:39:08PM

definitely get a t2i unless you need the tilt screen, it's a good option and shaves off some moola of the price tag for the same quality video...plus there's magic lantern which i don't believe you can get for the t3

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Jul 9 2012
8:04:59PM

i have the T3i, much better and definitely worth it

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Jul 9 2012
9:22:36PM

Alright well I just bought a T3i as well as a bigger lens. Thanks everyone.

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Jul 9 2012
9:56:19PM

Quoting yevan from Jul 9 2012 9:22:36:
Alright well I just bought a T3i as well as a bigger lens. Thanks everyone.

what lens did you end up getting?

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Jul 9 2012
10:59:26PM

Quoting DoYouEvenLiftB… from Jul 9 2012 9:56:19:
what lens did you end up getting?good choice bud

I just got the EFS 55-250mm lens. Perfect for what I need zoom for.

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Jul 9 2012
11:35:37PM

Quoting yevan from Jul 9 2012 10:59:26:
I just got the EFS 55-250mm lens. Perfect for what I need zoom for.

You have much to learn...

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Jul 10 2012
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Quoting FatWhore from Jul 9 2012 11:35:37:
You have much to learn...

You couldn't tell from this whole thread?

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Jul 10 2012
2:44:20AM

Quoting yevan from Jul 9 2012 10:59:26:
I just got the EFS 55-250mm lens. Perfect for what I need zoom for.

Yeah... you're going to want to invest in something else optically. 55-250 is almost useless for film.

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Jul 10 2012
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Quoting DingoSean$ from Jul 10 2012 2:44:20:
Yeah... you're going to want to invest in something else optically. 55-250 is almost useless for film.

Why do you say that just a 50mm lens is enough to start with in one thread, and then here you say that a 55-250mm is almost useless?

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Jul 10 2012
8:39:52AM

Quoting michael_bc from Jul 10 2012 7:01:11:
Why do you say that just a 50mm lens is enough to start with in one thread, and then here you say that a 55-250mm is almost useless?

A 50mm is enough to start with. I actually find that it makes you a better videographer due to having to work aroud your lens, instead of just sitting in one spot and zooming in and out on your zoom lens. Just my 2 cents.

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Jul 10 2012
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Quoting michael_bc from Jul 10 2012 7:01:11:
Why do you say that just a 50mm lens is enough to start with in one thread, and then here you say that a 55-250mm is almost useless?

Because the 50mm will have much better quality (shaper), less expensive, and faster. Your regularr 55-250mm wont be very sharp at all for video and maybe even pictures.

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Jul 10 2012
1:08:27PM

Quoting FatWhore from Jul 10 2012 11:24:45:
wont be very sharp at all for video and maybe even pictures.

It's the other way round, man. Pictures require more resolving power than video.

I'm not saying that the 55-250 has kick ass optics, but I disagree with the statement that it is useless for a beginning photographer/videographer. Some people need to get their heads out of their asses with their recommendations. For me, a tele lens is one of the, if not the most useful lens for skiing. I also started with a cheap 55-200 before I upgraded to a faster tele. I do not regret that purchase, and neither should the OP...

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Jul 10 2012
3:09:25PM

Quoting michael_bc from Jul 10 2012 7:01:11:
Why do you say that just a 50mm lens is enough to start with in one thread, and then here you say that a 55-250mm is almost useless?

they're completely different lenses. i agree with you that a tele is important (bearing in mind i know nothing about video, i'm a photographer) but at least get a good tele, eg the 70 - 200mm f4 (thats directed at OP)

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Jul 11 2012
6:47:31PM

Quoting CliffyByro$ from Jul 10 2012 3:09:25:
they're completely different lenses. i agree with you that a tele is important (bearing in mind i know nothing about video, i'm a photographer) but at least get a good tele, eg the 70 - 200mm f4 (thats directed at OP)

I'm still going to stick with the lens I got for now because I'm just starting, and to be honest I don't mind if the quality isn't near as good as other lenses, I'm fine with what I have for my level of filmingl. Of course I'm going to upgrade at a certain point whether it's just a lens or a whole different camera, but for now thanks everyone for the feedback.

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