The Last Photo from my trusted Canon 50mm f/1.4 lens

Of all the lens choices a photographer has, there is one that is a requirement for every serious photographer. It is a Canon 50mm lens. I have had more than one in my camera bag.

I just broke my second Canon 50mm lens. My research is now complete, and it is official; a 50mm lens does not do well when bounced on concrete from a height of 4 feet.

The story is depressing.

I knew early on that I needed a 50mm as part of my kit, but price was a concern, so I purchased an f/1.8. That lens may be the best value on the planet considering such a wide aperture at only a hundred smackers. Granted, it is constructed of plastic, but it still gives excellent performance. My plan was never to see if it could bounce.In that case, I forgot to close my camera bag, and when I threw it over my shoulder, the lens flew out of its snug compartment and shattered on the concrete balcony walkway. What a sad day.

But my grief was assuaged by the purchase of the Canon 50mm f/1.4 model. The cost was quite a bit more than the first one at about $350. Part of the reason for buying the better model was for the better lens construction. The plastic lens had shattered, so I figured the metal casing of the f/1.4 model would provide better results in case of another accident.

Everything went fine for quite a while. But then, it happened. Another fatal accident.

The second accident was a bit different than the first. I picked up my camera (with 50mm lens attached), and the camera strap caught on something, pulling the camera out of my hand. It hit the concrete of the garage floor. I was horrified. But then I noticed that there were no parts broken, and there were no dents anywhere. I breathed a sigh of relief. But my feeling of relief was short-lived. I tried to take a picture and discovered that the camera would not work. Something happened to the focus mechanism in the lens, and it would not work. It wouldn’t even focus manually. I’m not sure how long this depression will last, but my wife is hoping it will end soon. I am not a nice person when I lose something this dear to me.

While I am not yet over the experience, I feel that perhaps it will help my mental state to tell others about these 50mm Canon lenses.

The Canon 50mm f/1.4 lens is a great lens. Having owned one for a short time has made me a firm believer. Of course, I have not had the pleasure of using the more expensive f/1.2 model, but I can attest to the value of either the f/1.8 or the f/1.4. If you are an amateur or a professional photographer, either one will provide you with excellent performance and great images.

With regard to the f/1.4, its wide aperture makes it an excellent choice for low light pictures. I personally have used it to take pictures at concerts without a flash and got excellent images.

Another advantage of this lens was (its now past tense) when using it as a portrait lens. While it is not the lens of choice for most professional portrait shooters, it delivers the goods. The Bokeh (Bokeh is a blurry background) is very nice.

I discovered another use for a 50mm lens just recently, although I have not had time to try it. A friend was taking pictures with her new Canon 7D at a high school basketball game, and she was using a 50mm lens. She explained that she liked it better than her other lenses (one of which is a Canon 70-200 f/4) for a couple of reasons. First, the extremely wide aperture was perfect in the gym with its challenging lighting setup. Second, she was shooting on the gym floor, and the Canon 70-200mm lens was too long to catch all the action. So now, the f/1.4 is a sports lens. I had not even thought of that. I will try that out… some day.

Whether I will replace the lens is not the question. It is a given. I just have to choose the right time and place to convince my “better half” that this is the right thing to do.

You can see the entire 50mm Canon lens line-up at http://www.canoneoslenses.org/50mm-lens-for-canon/.

Canon 85mm f/1.8

I am the happy owner of a Canon Digital SLR, and Canon lenses will always get my attention. So, what happens when I come across one that attracts my “lens detector?” Well, I feel like I must have it. Unfortunately, I can’t always give in to my desires because the lenses are not cheap. I mean, let’s face it, my family really needs to come first, in spite of my intense desires. After all, I am a family guy, first and foremost.

This chosen hobby, photography, can have its financial limitations, especially if you have high standards for equipment. If I was a professional, I could use my business expense account for these equpiment “needs.” That makes me a kind of “window shopper” most of the time. But every so often, there’s a Canon lens that is so compelling it can’t be overlooked.

For me, one of those “must have” lenses is the Canon 85mm f/1.8. It simply must be in my camera case (or on my Canon camera). It isn’t just a desire, it’s a necessity. Maybe my viewpoint is a bit skewed by visions of wonderful images, but this lens is good enough to “seem” like a necessity.

Here are a few reasons for my passion about owning this lens.

1. Reviews by other owners. This is my main source of reading material. Call me what you will, but the way I feel about reading camera and equipment reviews is like others feel about mystery novels. It’s just what I do. The reviews for the Canon 85mm f/1.8 are like reading about the next best thing since baked bread. You really should do yourself a favor and read these review at Amazon.

2. The Exact Focal Length for a Canon Portrait lens. Perhaps you have read that 135mm is the perfect portrait focal length. Me too. In fact, a Canon 135mm L lens is on my wish list, and it is the lens choice of many pro portrait shooters. However, pros usually use those expensive full-frame cameras. My Canon digital SLR is not full-frame. It has an APS-C sensor. All Canon models in the entry-level and mid-level range have this type of sensor. That simply means that each lens has a crop-factor of 1.6x added to the focal length. If you do the math (multiply 85 times 1.6) you get 136mm. Can you get any closer to 135?

3. Wide aperture at a bargain price. Aperture is arguably the most important feature of a lens (aside from the quality of the glass, of course) because it is the opening width of the lens to let in light. The smaller the number, the wider the opening, and f/1.8 is a really small number in aperture terms. What is the significance of a wide aperture? “Bokeh,” my photographic friend. Bokeh is that pleasing background blur that all professional photographers value so highly when taking head shots. The Canon 85mm f/1.8 has a very wide aperture which is totally capable of professional looking photographs. And at a price that is a fraction of what you have to pay for that Canon 135mm L lens.

That’s my rant about a great portrait lens. Oh yeah, there are a few technical details you may be interested in before you take the plunge and purchase the Canon EF 85mm lens. It’s always a good idea to completely research a lens prior to spending. I personally feel that one of the best things to consider when buying a lens is that they can be used even if you upgrade your digital camera. Manufacturers do not upgrade lenses as often as cameras. The Canon 85mm lens has been around for quite a while, and it still satisfies those who buy it. It will bring a smile to your face, as well.

Make sure you look here: http://www.canoneoslenses.org/canon-85mm-f1-8-usm-portrait-lens/.

Portrait at f/2.8 aperture

Having a DSLR camera allows you to be the right photographer to take those portraits for friends and family. Which Canon Rebel portrait lens is appropriate so you can get the perfect head shots? You may be surprised.

Let’s say you just got your very first DSLR and it’s a Canon Rebel. So now you have become a pro in the eyes of other people. When men and women see that camera, it’s pretty impressive, so they will presume your are one… a pro, that is.

Do you know the standards for a Canon Rebel portrait lens?

Every photographer is a portrait photographer at some point. Your family members will believe that you are a great portrait shooter. Most importantly on their behalf you can expect to get the job done cheap.

That is an undeniable fact. When folks note that enormous dslr camera, they simply suppose that you’re most likely a professional and you’ll snap any kind of photo with brilliance.

And here is a little bit of help, don’t permit them learn that you are a completely new user of that Canon Rebel. Hide behind your camera and allow them think what they want.

Listed below are the two main points to remember to get a good facial shot.

First of all, you will want to be anywhere from around 6 to 20 feet away from the model you are shooting. You might be in danger of getting a distorted photograph if you are closer than half a dozen feet.

Second, make sure you pick as large an aperture as you possibly can, for instance f/2.8 or f/4. A wide aperture can lead to the most desirable depth of field, and therefore the focal plane is restricted to a few inches behind and in front of the main focus area (the face in the case of a head shot). The object of a narrow depth of field is so that the background is out of focus.

Choosing the lens to do this could just mean browsing in your camera carrier or on your Digital Rebel, since you could possibly currently have a great lens.

Your Canon Rebel has a sensor that multiplies the focal length of the lens by a factor of 1.6. To figure the actual focal length of a lens on a Canon Rebel, you need to multiply the lens length by 1.6 to get the effective focal length. Therefore, a 50mm lens would actually act like a lens with a focal length of 80mm.

A portrait typically involves a photograph area roughly 3 to 4 feet high (unless you are shooting kids, then the size of the shot is proportional to the size of the child). Getting a picture by using a 100mm lens would put you roughly 15 feet from your model… perfect.

The very least focal length lens you could use to obtain that identical shot will be a 50mm lens, and that would put you, the photographer, six feet from your model in order to get the best portrait.

A quick note: A Canon EF-S 60mm macro lens will perform the task, too, and it is made specifically for a Rebel.

The perfect Canon Rebel portrait lens could also be a longer focal length. For example, a 70-200mm zoom lens works very well due to how utterly amazing the pictures are. It is in reality what lots of photographers consider the Canon “Flagship” lens. If you own one of the 70-200mm lenses there are a total of five of these lenses now), you will be set.

Nevertheless, a lot of photographers feel that a single focal length lens does the best job and takes the best quality portrait images (a prime lens incorporates a solitary focal length instead of a zoom). There is no disagreement that a wonderful head shot could be taken using a 100mm prime or maybe a 135mm prime lens. They are superb lenses. Nonetheless they are also higher priced than many others.

Assuming budget will play some role affecting your choice, keep in mind that the focal length can be between 50mm and up. It really is your position (distance from your model), the viewpoint of the image, and the quality of the lens that make the picture.

In the event you may be getting numerous portraits, then a high quality lens with the right focal length and a wide aperture might be a good investment. However, in case you are not thinking about producing head shots your main method of photography, you might want to get a lens which will be fitting for whichever sort of images you intend to major in and let it also become a Canon Rebel Portrait lens.

For more about Canon Rebel Portrait lenses, visit  http://www.canoneoslenses.org/canon-portrait-lenses/.

Canon 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM Lens

Good surprises are not an every day occurrence. So when they happen it is a time for celebration and, perhaps reflection.

Finding out about the 70-300mm Canon zoom lens was kind of like that. (This is not about the “DO” model.)

Photographers love to share their success stories about gear and cameras, yet this lens has been one of the better kept secrets. The praises are there about this lens, but they are quietly subtle. There is nothing about this lens that screams “I’m beautiful.” It is rather ordinary. However, when you take your eyes off the hype of some of the other more charismatic lenses, you begin to see something very subtle and special about the Canon 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens.

The reason may be that the lens is not that impressive or glamorous in appearance, and “real” photographers want an attention-getter on the front of their prized digital SLR.

Perhaps it’s even because there is nothing special about the price. It’s not too high or too low, it’s just right.

No matter the reason, the 70-300mm Canon lens is well worth taking a look at.

When you look for impressive, the first thing that draws attention is the image quality. This should be the number one consideration for any lens. And this one is rated as good, or nearly as good, as the Canon “L” lenses.

But that is not what you find when you start looking for reviews and forum comments about the lens. Instead, you see that at first sight, the lens looked rather unimposing. You may observe comments like, “I thought it was a toy.” These are more likely to show the first impressions of many first-time users.

You have heard that first impressions are lasting ones. But that is not necessarily true with this lens. Their opinion quickly changes once they try out the lens for the first time. This is because the features include IS (image stabilization) and USM (ultrasonic motor) added to the fantastic image quality already alluded to.

Many photographers choose to do their shooting with a hand held camera. These two exceptional features make this much more of a possibility with the 70-300 lens.

A True Story About the 70-300 Canon Lens

After glancing at many comments about the 70-300 Canon EF Lens, my favorite is from a photographer who came across the lens at a yard sale. He was not familiar with the lens, but he decided to get it for a relative who was just getting into photography. He figured because of the price and the feel of the lens that it was not a great lens. The seller knew nothing about the performance of the lens. Without any useful information at all, the photographer decides to buy the lens. Price was not mentioned, but under those circumstances, it was probably the deal of the century (except for those Ansel Adams photos that were valued at $4 million).

Just to see if it even works, he puts it on his Canon 5D to take a few shots. The rest is history – The relative never got the lens. He deemed the lens too good for his relative and kept if for himself.

I can only dream that something like this would happen to me. There are so many surprises hiding at garage sales, thrift stores, and liquidation sales. Wouldn’t you like to be surprised like this?

For more about the Canon 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM (and other Canon lenses), visit www.canoneoslenses.org.

Happy Shooting!

Canon 17-55mm Lens

Once you have decided on the right Canon EOS camera, your decision making process is not over. Now you must choose the right Canon Digital SLR lens.

It was probably a research and decision process just to decide on the correct Canon EOS camera, right? As you consider the situation, you perceive that there is a vast potpourri of lenses, literally hundreds of them. And you are not limited to just Canon lenses, there are others who create lenses for Canon EOS cameras as well.

You have to pick one.

It’s possible to avoid this whole issue and go with the package deal that includes the kit lens. And, yes, there are even package deals that have two or more kit lenses. Then there would be no choice to make.

But getting the lenses for your digital SLR is half of the excitement of owning a camera like this.

There are those who make a science out of this piece of the selection process, taking long periods of time to research and evaluate. If you go online to some of the camera forums, you will see how totally involved some photographers are in lens selection. Sometimes it is a bit extreme.

At the end of the day, you want this decision to be the right one. The one that gets just the right lens onto your camera.

This brings up the question, “Why not just go for the kit lens?” The answer is a simple one. You could purchase the kit lens and be quite satisfied with it. Lot’s of do that. But it just is not best lens manufactured for a Canon EOS digital SLR camera. Its purpose is to get a lens on that camera so you can get started taking pictures right out of the box. You may want to consider what lots of new camera owners do. Get the camera body only, without the kit lens. Then you have the freedom to get a lens of your own choice separate from the kit lens.

Here are some questions that will aid you narrow the field.

1. What’s in your wallet?

Once you answer this one, you may not have to answer any of the ones that follow. If your budget simply includes the camera and a kit lens, then you are done. If, however, there is some cash allocated for a lens, you can think about the remaining questions. A limited budget of $500 or less will put you in one area, whereas $1000 will give you much more flexibility in your final decision.

2. What is your favored photographic category?

Tamron 17-50mm lens for Canon

Most photographers tend to move toward a particular favored genre. Most photographers establish a favorite style even before they buys to their first digital SLR. For shooting photos of family and friends or vacation, the focal range of 18-70mm (or something within those parameters) will be perfect. You will have to regard a different main lens if your photographic focus is on nature, or sports, or even portraits.

3. Will you be purchasing more than one lens for this new Canon Digital SLR camera?

Buying more than one DSLR lens is really the second reason why most photographers move into Digital SLR photography, the first reason being their desire to get a more sophisticated camera. If you budget allows for another lens or two, then the first lens choice can focus more on getting the best image in the 17-75mm range. Your second lens should be one of the 70-200mm or 70-300mm lenses.

4. The final question is this: Which Canon EOS camera did you decide on?

Depending on your answer, you may not be able to get some of the Canon or third party lenses simply because they will not work on your camera. Oddly, there are more choices for the cheaper, entry level digital SLRs. All of the Canon lenses and third party lenses will fit on your camera. If, on the other hand, you buy a more professional “full frame” camera, you can not get any of the lenses that are designated at EF-S lenses, as they are for only the crop frame models such as the Rebel series.

The choice to move to a DSLR camera is an exciting one, but it is not without its exploration and challenges. You really need to do your homework before making this buying decision.

The worst case scenario is that you have a low budget, and you make the wrong choice for your first Canon camera lens.

Fortunately, there are resources available to help you decide which Canon digital SLR lens is right for you.

Go to www.canoneoslenses.org to continue your quest for the best lens for your Canon EOS camera.

Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L for Canon EOS Digital Cameras

Canon is in the Digital SLR market in a huge way. Their commitment to quality has produced many fantastic photography products, including cameras and lenses. The Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L lens may possibly be one of their highest quality products to date. This rather bold statement is based on the reception of this lens by the photographic community, including expert reviews and reviews by professionals and enthusiastic amateurs. They are practically unanimous in their praise.

This remark is typical of the users’ comments about the Canon EF 85mm f/1.2 lens for Canon EOS cameras: “…since I got the 85 prime, I haven’t looked back. The 85 1.2L simply smokes the zoom..” The “zoom” he was referring to is the 70-200 f/2.8, which may be the most popular (at least in the top 2 or 3) Canon lens on the market.

When you first see this lens, especially if you are comparing it to a similar one of the same focal length, your first impression would definitely be “Wow”, this is quite a piece of equipment. It is massive and impressive at the same time. You can tell that you hold quality in your hand.

Then, after attaching it to your digital SLR, you will know that your first impression was an accurate one. It truly handles like a professional lens. Your other lenses will feel like toys by comparison.

So, what is it good for – what type of shots are best taken with the Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L?

Start with the most popular shots taken by all photographers – people. People in all settings. Family shots will turn out better than you could have imagined. Portraits will have the wow factor that you had always hoped for. Street photography or photojournalism will get better.

Weddings? A huge YES. Reports from wedding photographers have widely praised the Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L lens for two reasons.

First, the sharp, high quality images are so much better than the ones from their other lenses. Second, the f/1.2 aperture allows shooting in low light settings better than nearly any other lens available on the market.

Video – Oh my, Yes. The video quality produced by this dynamic lens will give your video a new level of professional.

A Couple of Guys Opening Their New Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L Lens

But sports? Not so much. You will want to stick with a longer, quicker focusing lens for sports. Even though this lens has HSM, it is not quite fast enough to capture shots with the speed you need for sports.

This comment is really great: “I know it is crazy expensive. But go ahead and buy it, cry for 5 minutes, and don’t tell your wife the price. She will love the pictures at the end!!!”

Is it the best choice for every type of shot? Of course not. There is no one lens that can cover the entire gamut of picture taking scenarios.

And price may be an issue for you. But this is one lens that you might consider trading in your teenage son for. It’s that good.
Take a look at the ratings, specs, and a few sample pictures at www.canoneoslenses.org. I think you will agree with all the others who are so impressed with the Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L lens.

One more thing. It is compatible with all current Canon EOS digital SLR cameras, including Full Frame and APS-C formats. Just one more plus for this amazing lens.

Canon Rebel T2i

The Canon Corporation has really hit a home-run with its Canon EOS Rebel T2i!

The entry level digital SLR is receiving rave reviews everywhere in the digital photography community. It is being touted as the greatest sub-$1000 camera now in the marketplace.

What on earth is all the hype about? Photography gurus and buyers alike are excited about this brand-new little digital SLR camera… Why?

There is no official data, but it appears that the set of features of the new Rebel is very much like another recent release in the Canon line-up, the 7D, at roughly one-half the cost.

The price discrepancy is not unsubstantiated, but unless you are an really critical professional, it would be tough to tell the discrepancy in images and video between these two digital SLR cameras.

Perhaps the very best reason for obtaining a new Canon Rebel T2i is for the satisfaction that comes from the picture taking experience. The ease of making use of the controls to command your digital camera to get the precise picture you desire. Regardless of whether you want to control the depth of field or get a fantastic action shot of your most popular sport, it is doable with this wonderful Digital slr camera.

Are you moving up from a compact digital.. No more waiting around for the digital camera to make up its mind to finally “snap” the image, seemingly eons after you pressed the shutter button.
Digital SLR buyers are truly fired up about the addition of video. And with this new model, the quality of the video output is greatly superior. Despite the fact that there are several other versions of DSLR cameras that have video, and the first few cameras that had video did not do it that well. Today, with the 550D video has attained a level that is rather impressive. Compact digital camera owners who resisted getting a DSLR camera mainly because of the absence of video are now finding a persuasive motive to finally upgrade.

Another much better component is the low light picture capability. Digital SLR cameras have always been able to create much better pictures than digital compact cameras, especially in low light conditions. Even so, previously the pictures obtained at higher ISO settings (which is necessary in low light) have suffered from high noise levels, especially above the 800 ISO level. Now, the Canon Rebel T2i takes pictures at ISO levels of 3200 or 6400 with really low noise. This is a key plus for individuals who like to take pictures of live shows and various other inside events.

A fantastic method to find out whether a new camera is worthy of your attention is to check with those who have recently actually spent money to buy one. The number of remarks from those people have been growing and nearly all are quite positive.

Here are three comments that seemed particularly relevant:

1. “Have owned all Rebels except the 500D,and this is easily the best. It’s the best small DSLR on the market by a good bit.”
2. “I just got the camera (upgraded from the 300D). I didn’t think much of the “Live View” as an option before I bought it. I can see I’ll be using this as an advantage… The “quick control” button is going to be game changer for me also, it is much easier to see what all the setting are at and I can make changes from the screen directly.”
3. “I’m impressed with the quality of shots in low-low light, this was using kit lens… After parking an older Rebel (film version) for the digital point and shoots, this camera feel like going home after a long absence..is loaded with great features.”

Is it time for you to make the move to a Canon Rebel T2i digital SLR camera? You will have to make your own judgement, but there are very few consumers who have experienced buyer’s remorse with this little gem.

Canon Rebel T2i is truly recognized as the very best Rebel yet.

Find out more at www.digital-photographic-resources.com.

“OK,” you may well demand, “what’s up with the report concerning a Nikon D90?”

“Extremely good question,” I might answer. It’s in essence in regard to an admiration I have for Nikon and Canon in general.

The fact of the matter is, both Canon and Nikon are fabulous DSLR camera makers, and it does not matter which one you have, I’m sure you are extremely happy with it. Both camera producers are very much into improving technology and providing photographers with an undeniably great experience.

The desire of camera manufacturers to capture the DSLR market have resulted in some great new features and technology in their newer released cameras.

So, enough with the double-speak. Just about all photographers are true to their brand. If they own one model of camera, they will support the virtues of that corporation and often times degrade the other. In my case, I have used both, and I love them both.

Here is my question of the day:

“What is it that qualifies a digital SLR as great? Specifically, what makes a Nikon D90 great?”

The answer to this burning question will come in due time, but let me give you a little perception into why I think the way I do about this subject.

Part of my responsibility where I work is as the Yearbook advisor (it is a private school). It’s my first year as the advisor, and I am becoming enlightened as the year progresses. One of the important key points I am having to compensate for is that there are not adequate enough photographers at my school. I have struggled getting photos of functions.. actually, no, that is not true.. I have had difficulty getting photos that are “good enough” to print in the yearbook.

I can’t go to each and every function myself, so I have requested many students, parents, and other teachers to help out. The results are disappointing. Mostly there is no photo coverage because the people are just not serious in getting them. And when they do take pictures they are not of sufficient quality.

That is until this week. I encountered a student in the hall who said, “Hey, I have some images of the track meet. Would you care to use some of them in the Yearbook?”

Needless to say, I said I did. Having said that, I was not all that excited about getting them contemplating what I had seen in the past from other students.

Wow, was I surprised when I downloaded those 210 photos to my computer. They were superb! And some were just downright amazing.

So I went to find this budding young photographer to find out how she did this. “Oh, I really like taking pictures with my Digtial SLR,” she replied. “It’s a Nikon D90, and I have been getting a lot of pictures with it. The more I use it the more I like photography.”

I was so satisfied with her that I recruited her as a “Certified Yearbook Photographer.”

She was delighted, but not as much as I am.

Now, the answer to the burning question of the day: What makes the Nikon D90 a great camera? It’s user passion. Pretty simple, huh?

If that young lady leaves her camera at home, it’s not worth a plug nickel. But, armed with her beloved Digital SLR and a passion for the results she knows are sure to come when she views her photos on the computer, she IS a Certified Yearbook Photographer.

Here’s a quick rundown of some of the most looked for features of the Nikon D90

• 12.9 megapixel DX-format CMOS sensor (effective pixels: 12.3 million)
• 3.0-inch 920,000 pixel (VGA x 3 colors) TFT-LCD (same as D3 and D300)
• Live View with contrast-detect AF, face detection
• Image sensor cleaning (sensor shake)
• Illuminated focus points
• Movie capture at up to 1280 x 720 (720p) 24 fps with mono sound
• IS0 200-3200 range (100-6400 expanded)
• 4.5 frames per second continuous shooting
• Expeed image processing engine
• 3D tracking AF (11 point)
• Short startup time, viewfinder blackout and shutter lag
• Extensive in-camera retouching including raw development and straightening

There is a lineup of mid-range Digital SLR cameras at http://digital-photographic-resources.com/cameras/mid-dslr.html.

I believe the reason for this comparison is because they both have 18 MP sensors and both are capable of 1080p HD video. So the question becomes, “Why buy a Canon 7D for $1500 when you can buy a Canon Rebel T2i for about $800?”

First of all, are the cameras equal?

Of course not!

There are a couple of very significant differences I will point out.

• First and most obvious when you hold both cameras, you would notice a difference in the construction. The Canon 7D has a magnesium body with weather resistant seals, while the T2i is made with some metal parts, but not nearly as substantial as its older brother.
• Second is the burst rate. The 7D is capable of 8 frames per second. The T2i is capable of less than half that at 3.7 frames per second.
• Third is the control features. The 7D is much more robust when you compare the amount of control you have as a photographer.

So, while the Canon Rebel T2i is a “honey of a camera”, it is not a 7D. And Canon never said it was.

Bottom line here is this: If I were entering the DSLR market today, I would definitely purchase a Canon Rebel T2i. It is an awesome entry level DSLR at its current price.

If, however, I could get my hands on a Canon 7D instead of a T2i, there is no question I would take that opportunity in a heartbeat.

Here is an honest comparison of the two cameras in video format.

The new Canon Rebel T2i

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It seems like less than a year since the release of the last Canon Rebel – the Rebel T1i … Wait, it has been less than a year! And yet, here comes the newest Canon Rebel. Ready to take the entry level DSLR market by storm. Canon will not replace the its most recent Rebel, the T1i, rather it will allow the two to be sold side by side, giving the consumer an option for a less expensive model (now it’s the T1i instead of the XSi).
The new Rebel will lists for about $799 (that’s body only). And while this is not a genuine entry level price, neither is this a genuine entry level DSLR. It has many of the features of its much more expensive “big brothers”. So now the Canon Rebel T1i will become the “economy” DSLR, replacing the very popular XSi, at least that is an assumption worth making since Canon has not announced the price drop for its T1i yet.

Here are just a few of the high points of the Canon Digital Rebel T2i vs the T1i:

Will this newest in the Rebel line push the very popular Rebel XSi off the production line? This decision has yet to be announced, but it seems like it may happen. The Rebel T2i will likely grab all the new buyers, while the Rebel T1i will remain in the background as an economical camera of choice for Canon photographers. The price may even beat the Nikon D3000 (one can only hope), giving that camera (the D3000) a strong competitor because the Nikon D3000 does not have a feature package that can stand up to the Rebel T1i, especially since the Rebel T1i has HD video, while the Nikon D3000 has no video at all.