Billy 0 #1 April 6, 2004 Hey gang, Will be getting a camera, but with a daughter graduating HS soon I'm considering getting the Rebel for this year and I'm excited to be getting a digital still period since I don't have a still camera at all. The "Burst Rate" thing is confusing me. What is the differance between a burst rate vs the FPS#. I would be shooting mostly tandems and then freeflying for fun, so how many more shots will a D10 get over a Rebel while in freefall?? Is there a period of time in the jump when the Rebel isn't taking any picts at all while it buffers?? Thanks again! Billy Natural Born FlyerZ.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vdschoor 0 #2 April 6, 2004 The bigger the buffer, the longer you can make use of the fps capability of the camera. For example on the Digital Rebel (2.5fps and a buffer of 4) you can shoot at 2.5 frames per second for almost 2 seconds, after that, the camera slows down a little bit, and around 12 shots it slows down even more. The 10D (3fps, buffer of 9) means that you can shoot continuously for 3 seconds, after that it probably slows down a little bit as well. I have the digital rebel and this is what I find: I get about 30 - 40 freefall shots if I would hold down the trigger the whole ride, which I hardly ever do. I think the critical time where you need your fps and buffer is the exit shots and canopy opening.. (with tandems) besides that it doesn't really matter (is my opinion) Others please fill in here, but this is my interpretation of the specs (and partially my experience, when it comes to the Digital Rebel) If you want the 10D, get it.. don't go with the Digital Rebel. For me the Rebel is doing a great job and I haven't had any problems with it. The 10D is just more fancy, more settings you can play with and a more professional camera than the Rebel. Thanks, Iwan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyfly 0 #3 April 6, 2004 I like the fact that the 10D is magnesium allow body, whereas the Rebel is pure plastic. BUT, on the other hand - it DOES make the rebel much lighter, which is a nice feature to have. I have the 10D and LOVE IT, but have friends with the rebel, and I havent heard a single complaint about that one either. the 10D will give you some more settings for photographing, but I'm not sure if any of them is releavant to skydiving. not to mention the price difference. also the Rebel can mount the new line of lenses that canon is coming up with. and like mentioned in a previous post- the buffer and speed on the 10D is bigger. stop and think what you need this camera for, and if the rebel is sufficient - get it. if you would NEED the added features in the 10D, get that one instead.Be Simple, Be Creative, Bee! Sharon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shivon 0 #4 April 6, 2004 I've got a Rebel, and I'm very happy with it. As was said early, I use the burst capability on the exit, and then I usually take my next series of shots when I get close to the target. That way, I get my initial burst, and then the the camera clears the buffer (by writing to the card) before I am ready to do the next burst. I take a whole bunch of shots, and then while on the next ride to height I decide which ones to keep. I can easily do 10 loads in a day on one battery and one CF card, which is cool. I don't mind the body either - I originally got the Rebel over the 10D for the less weight. It certainly doesn't feel fragile. My gut tells me that with the speed that Megapixel / storage capabilities are increasing, the Rebel was the better option. Good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpervint 0 #5 April 6, 2004 Billy, I have no opinion, other than I want to see your set-up when you get it. I'm thinking of getting a still camera to shoot with and will be curious about your experiences. Vint. . . . . "Make it hard again." Doc Ed “A person needs a little madness, or else they never dare cut the rope and be free” Nikos Kazantzakis Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
