freefallin14 0 #1 February 14, 2003 Is the Canon Rebel Ti worth spending the extra money for over a 2000 or even a G? Primarily for tandem and also for freefly shooting. Any thoughts appreciated. I am going to be purchasing one of them soon, and also would like to know if I should just buy the camera body and pick up a fixed 24 or 28 lens or something in that range instead of getting the 28-90 or 35-80 that comes with them. Thanks Bret Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bmcd308 0 #2 February 14, 2003 I have a Rebel Ti, and I am generally very happy with it. Your specific question is about comparing to the 2000 and the G, so I'll address that. The Ti has faster autodrive speed, which means a better chance at a good shot of an opening or an exit. It also has a metal lens mount, which arguably means it is more durable if you change lenses a lot. I think your decision really ought to be between a 2000 and a Ti, the G's aren't all that much cheaper than 2000s, and you really get a much better camera with a 2000. The improvement is much smaller going from a 2000 to a Ti, but I thought the motordrive speed was important enough to pay the difference. Canon is big on the increase in the number of autofocus points (7 vs. 5) in the Ti vs. the 2000, but I really have found there to be no difference there. I take as many crappy out of focus shots with the Ti as I do when I borrow my friend's 2000. The 2000's 5 focus points do a much better job than the G's 3. Do not buy the POS 28-90 zoom lens they try to sell you with it. You may realize that you had not actually been aware of what a true POS is until you use this lens. The 35-80 lens is the older model kit lens, and it is an even bigger POS than the 28-90. (Yes, I did buy the 28-90. If you want it used, we can definitely work something out note to moderators - this not really an advertisement, I'm just saying it to emphasize that I actually own the item I am claiming is a POS, so I know firsthand). I think the fixed 24 would be a better choice, but a fixed 28 should be a good bit cheaper. Look at the B & H website (http://www.bhphotovideo.com) and see what the premium for 24mm over 28 is right now. 24 will be wider but have more distortion. Also note that the kit with the crappy lens is really not any cheaper than buying the body and the crappy lens separately, so you're not actually "saving" anything by going with the kit. Another thing - you might be able to buy a used body at B&H. I have never bought anything used from them, but a coworker of mine has and had good results (condition as described). The zooms will be much longer overall than fixed lenses and much heavier. My favorite lens is the 50mm f/1.8 II, which ought to be under $100. This is actually a good quality lens, and if you only buy one lens, this is what I'd get (for general photography, not necessarily for freefall). Good luck. Brent ---------------------------------- www.jumpelvis.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
