camera help

[Reefer831]

So I am finally going to break down and spend the money on a camera and not coral, after over 1,000 pics in my Iphone I think it's time. The only problem is I know nothing about cameras and don't know what one I should go with. I have between $700 AND $1000 so I think I should be able to get a nice one. So any sugestions on how I should spend the cash? I have a friend that works at Best Buy and I can use his disscount but Im open for better ideas to find one somewhere else.

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

I would get like and older Rebel XT or XSI and then get a 100mm Canon Macro to go with it! Pay less for the camera and more for the lens. I am using an XT and 100mm combo.

 

[Reefer831]

Thanks Rev!! I was talking to Karylen last night and he said he would go with the new Rebel and the 100mm Macro, so I think I am going to go with a Rebel, whats the difference between the XT and the XSI? Also do you think Best Buys is a good place to buy from?

 

[Reefer831]

Any one else with any advise? I am totally clueless on cameras. Any advise will help.

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Well the XT is just older so it would be less expensive. If you can get a newer XSI or something I would do that. Just make sure you get a nice lens. Almost 100% of these were taken with the XT and 100mm Macro.

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[thewackyreefer]

I just picked up a Canon T1i, love it so far. Still gotta grab the macro lens but I found the body w/ the basic lens for $599 at Fry's.

 

[Reefer831]

OK thanks Rev, those are really nice pics you got I love your scollys and acan collection. So basically the XSI is you way to go? I would rather spend the money now and get the best instead of buying it and wanting to replace it with something better later, I got O.C.D issues. Is there any name brand on the lens or certain one to get? and do they carry all of this at Best Buy or should I go somewhere else?

 

[Reefer831]

I just picked up a Canon T1i, love it so far. Still gotta grab the macro lens but I found the body w/ the basic lens for $599 at Fry's.

What kind of lens are you going to go with? any pics yet?

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Well the best for your budget is what your looking for right? If you want the best then we need to up the ante!

 

[thewackyreefer]

What kind of lens are you going to go with? any pics yet?

I'm going to go with the 100mm macro.

Here's a pic with the standard lens under LED's so the color is pretty much spot on.

 

[Reefer831]

Lol your right I know you can get deep into your pockets buying a supper nice camera, I meant best for around my budget, but I'm willing to go a little over if it is worth it.

 

[Reefer831]

I'm going to go with the 100mm macro.

Here's a pic with the standard lens under LED's so the color is pretty much spot on.

Nice pic!!! you must love your new toy, it adds so much to the hobby.

 

[Reefer831]

What LED's are you running? I just bought 5 bar's of Reef Bright LED's, and love them.

 

[thewackyreefer]

What LED's are you running? I just bought 5 bar's of Reef Bright LED's, and love them.

On this 40g I'm running 1 of the LED fixtures from Luke33. Upgrading to a 60g very soon and will be running 2 of the fixtures. They're pretty sick and keep the tank from heating up at all, hoping I can go without a chiller this summer.

 

[revhtree Verified Admin]

Wow Canon has some good rebates going on. Found this 50D 15.1 Megapix for $1099 but it has a $500 rebate with it.

Canon | EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera (Camera Body) | 2807B006

Looks like these cameras qualify:

EOS 50D Camera
EOS 5D MARK II Camera
EOS 7D Camera
Rebel T1i Camera
Rebel T2i Camera

 

[Reefer831]

Wow Canon has some good rebates going on. Found this 50D 15.1 Megapix for $1099 but it has a $500 rebate with it.

Canon | EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera (Camera Body) | 2807B006

Looks like these cameras qualify:

EOS 50D Camera
EOS 5D MARK II Camera
EOS 7D Camera
Rebel T1i Camera
Rebel T2i Camera

Thanks Rev
If you had to pick which one would you go with?

 

[Reefer831]

I think I am going to go with the Rebel T2i with a 100mm macro lens thanks Rev for the help.

 

[thewackyreefer]

I think I am going to go with the Rebel T2i with a 100mm macro lens thanks Rev for the help.

Nice choice! I got a great deal on the T1 or I would have gone with the T2 myself.