topic Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3 in EOS DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras

Upgrading my Rebel T3

cebulas — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 15:41:02 GMT

Finally ready to upgrade my Rebel T3. Have lenses changed since the T3? As in, if I upgrade to a T7i, I could keep my lenses and just buy a body? Just an amateur here. Purchased a Samsung S10+ last year thinking it would become my new go to camera since my T3 just wasn't cutting it with picture quality anymore but my phone, while a great camera, is still not what a good DSLR could be. I know the T8i is coming soon but was hoping to buy one over the weekend. Open to suggestions.

Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3

RobertTheFat — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 17:10:07 GMT

Any lens that works on the T3 will also work on the T7i. There are, of course, better lenses for the T7i, but yours will work.

Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3

Waddizzle — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 21:33:48 GMT

I recommend the 77D camera kit with the EF-S 18-55mm STM lens in the Canon Refurbished Store.

https://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/eos-77d-ef-s-18-55-is-stm-kit-refurbished

Deals like that do not last long sometimes. They have been known to sell out of a given item. For example, they appear to be completely sold out of T7i bodies. It is not even listed, anymore. It may come back, but I would not count on it.

Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3

shadowsports — Sat, 29 Feb 2020 16:00:55 GMT

First off Wadizzle knows his stuff <<<

The T8i is 3 yrs newer than the 77D. (Disclosure, Rick doesn't like "old' tech)

You've waited this long, waiting till April for the T8i might be worth it.

You'll pay more yes, but its newer and will be supported longer.

Side by side you won't notice any difference in picture quality or ability. The only bump is 4k video, but its limited to 24p, so the 2K on the 77D is probably what you'll use most of the time.

You can save money and either camera will be a huge upgrade coming from your current body. I purposely didn't buy a 5D4 at christmas. Sales were incredible, but its 3 yrs old, no articulating screen and new stuff is coming this year. Maybe even a 5D5. (I can hope)

You however, only have to wait 60 days and you already have a working camera.

I'd place my order on B&H right now. and start the countdown. They'll get them first and you'll get one from the first batch. But that's just me.

Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3

Waddizzle — Sat, 29 Feb 2020 17:26:13 GMT

@shadowsports wrote:
First off Wadizzle knows his stuff <<<

The T8i is 3 yrs newer than the 77D. (Disclosure, Rick doesn't like "old' tech)

You've waited this long, waiting till April for the T8i might be worth it.

You'll pay more yes, but its newer and will be supported longer.

Side by side you won't notice any difference in picture quality or ability. The only bump is 4k video, but its limited to 24p, so the 2K on the 77D is probably what you'll use most of the time.

You can save money and either camera will be a huge upgrade coming from your current body. I purposely didn't buy a 5D4 at christmas. Sales were incredible, but its 3 yrs old, no articulating screen and new stuff is coming this year. Maybe even a 5D5. (I can hope)

You however, only have to wait 60 days and you already have a working camera.

I'd place my order on B&H right now. and start the countdown. They'll get them first and you'll get one from the first batch. But that's just me.

Thanks.

I think the T8i is pretty much the same camera as the T7i, except they gave it the rear panel of the 77D. In other words, they added the rear rotary dial, which the T7i lacked. I would still prefer the 77D, because of the top LCD screen. The T8i has the same sensor and tilt-swivel rear screen.

It is almost as if they took the the main body of a 77D, and combined it with the top assembly of a T7i.

Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3

ebiggs1 — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 15:30:46 GMT

"I recommend the 77D camera..."

I don't. The 77D is a camera that didn't need to be. I do like Rick's idea of checking out the T8i. If not check out the T7i. If you feel you want a bigger upgrade check out the 90D. You have an outdated camera so why in the world would you buy another outdated camera like the 77D. Let the 77D die a peaceful quite death. Remember newer tech usually wins the game.

Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3

ebiggs1 — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 15:31:47 GMT

"Deals like that do not last long sometimes."

Cheap is not always cheap in the long run.

Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3

cebulas — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 17:32:29 GMT

What about the SL3? I only do photography for myself (family & vacation) so I don't need all the extra but do want wifi/bluetooth capability and would really like a swivel screen which the SL3 offers for a much lower price then the T7i/8i.

Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3

Waddizzle — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 18:40:18 GMT

@cebulas wrote:
What about the SL3? I only do photography for myself (family & vacation) so I don't need all the extra but do want wifi/bluetooth capability and would really like a swivel screen which the SL3 offers for a much lower price then the T7i/8i.

I figured that the T7i and T8i May have been a little beyond your budget. The SL3 is a great camera. I think it is a bit more compact than your T3. I suggest that you look at images of it, and compare it to your T3. See if you like the button layout. Some users have complained about the hot shoe for a flash having been crippled.

There is nothing wrong with the 77D. It is a better camera than the T7i.

The "newer" T8i seems to use the same parts and features from both the T7i and T8i. Canon says it has a new CPU, but the specs are the same as the older cameras. The main difference is that the other bodies have 45 AF points, while the SL3 has 9 AF points like your T3. I would advise the refurbished 77D over the SL3.

Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3

ebiggs1 — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 21:41:21 GMT

I am a go for the SL3 for you. Sounds like a great fit.
Just because there isn’t any thing wrong with the 77D does not in any way make it right for you. It isn’t!

Re: Upgrading my Rebel T3

amatula15 — Tue, 10 Mar 2020 01:21:42 GMT

Hi!

I have the Canon SL1 and am upgrading that...I think!

My go-to lens is the EF 24 MM F2.8 IS USM which fits both the Rebels (but at the crop factor of 1.6) and full-frame.

I found a significant improvement in image quality going from the kit 18-55 EF-S 3.5-5.6 IS lens to this lens. Just something to keep in mind, that is, the lens you use and its impact on photo quality. You might want to demo a good lens and see what a difference that makes. If you like image stabilization be sure the lens has it though. Maybe you don't need to upgrade the SL3, just the lens. Just a thought - don't want to steer you away from what your heart is saying.

I would ask why the T3 is not working for you and why want to upgrade. I have been using my SL1 for over 4 years now and when I get frustrated with it, I realize I have something to learn and it is likely not a fault of the camera.

Of course, now I am thinking in-camera focus stacking, image stabilization of body, weather sealing, a higher dynamic range... so new features!

Do you have a camera store nearby?

You can demo lens and camera usually right there without cost. Or, at least go to a Best Buy and hold cameras in your hands and see how they feel. That is so important to me. I am small and use my camera during hikes so weight is important as is holding the camera steady to reduce camera shake (even if a camera/lens is stabilized it still helps me to get sharper images if I hold the camera in a manner to reduce/eliminate shake)

You might also want to check out the very light full-frame EOS-RP (my main consideration now). If you have EF (full frame) Canon lens you can use those on the RP or R with an adapter. It is lightweight and felt great in my hands.

That said, for APS-C I am considering - like you - the T7i or the 80D (older yet still good from what I read). I have not demo'd either though, so cannot offer feedback.

And to answer your question which others did I believe - yes! Your APS-C lens for the T3 will work on another APS-C camera.

Good luck and enjoy!

Annie