topic Upgrading from XTi in EOS DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras

Upgrading from XTi

nanfischer — Sat, 06 Dec 2014 16:16:23 GMT

Hi there. I bought a used XTi a couple years ago. It was one of the first ones, and it's wonderful. I love it, but it does not have video. I'd like to upgrade to get video. The Rebel is fine for me. I don't need anything more elaborate or bigger.

I just read that the T3i has been discontinued. The T5i is the next step up from that. What I like about the T3i is the swinging LED screen. I had that on my Powershot, and I miss it!

Is it worth it to get a T3i, or are they going to replace it with something else? Does any other DSLR have the articulated LED screen? That's the selling point for me!

Thanks!

Re: Upgrading from XTi

jrhoffman75 — Sat, 06 Dec 2014 20:55:31 GMT

The T3i and T5i both show as current on the US website. T5i has same screen as T3i except T5i is also touchscreen.

Most probably both will be replaced sometime in 2015 by T6i (based on past history; I have no inside knowledge).

Re: Upgrading from XTi

nanfischer — Sat, 06 Dec 2014 21:56:34 GMT

Right, the annual upgrade. 😉 Thanks for the info! A seller on Amazon said it was discontinued. Glad to hear it isn't. I think it suits my needs best. Thank you!

Re: Upgrading from XTi

ebiggs1 — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 13:56:01 GMT

The Rebel T3i is still in stock at B&H <----click here for $499 including s&h. Two things to remember, one, it is an older design and will be replaced soon and two, Rebels are not video cameras. They are DSLR's that shoot video but their prime motive is stills.

Make sure you understand the video limitations with it before you buy. And most importantly don't buy from sources that aren't truthful. I am am sure the Amazon guy will be right sometime but not right now.

Also, there may be a rebate associated with the purchase so check that out.

Re: Upgrading from XTi

nanfischer — Sun, 07 Dec 2014 14:52:22 GMT

Thank you! I had video capability on my Powershot, and it was fun to capture the dogs playing or other random events. I'm not into making movies, but with the XTi, I have to get my phone out for vids. It gets cumbersome.

That's my concern - the T3i will be replaced soon.

Then again, it's in my price range. lol Why isn't this stuff easy!? lol

Thanks for the link!

Re: Upgrading from XTi

ebiggs1 — Sun, 07 Dec 2014 15:05:06 GMT

"That's my concern - the T3i will be replaced soon."

It still will provide all it can. The exeption is it will not have the newer features that it's replacement will. If you are OK with it as is, it will work for you for years and years.

Re: Upgrading from XTi

jrhoffman75 — Sun, 07 Dec 2014 15:11:11 GMT

Go here. http://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/cameras/refurbished-eos-digital-slr-cameras/eos-t5i-18-55mm-is-stm-lens-kit-refurbished

Canon has a Loyalty Program. You can trade in your old camera and get discount on new refurb. Call them.

Re: Upgrading from XTi

nanfischer — Sun, 07 Dec 2014 15:46:09 GMT

Thanks. It seems to have all I need. I'm a serious hobbyist? Advanced amateur? Not sure what you call it, but I'm not a pro, and just want something to play with. I take pictures for my business, too, but nothing to make magazine covers. lol

Re: Upgrading from XTi

nanfischer — Sun, 07 Dec 2014 15:47:08 GMT

Oh cool! Thanks for the link!!

Re: Upgrading from XTi

nanfischer — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 06:16:02 GMT

Thanks, everyone! I got a T3i with 2 lenses from B&H: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/914091-REG/canon_digital_rebel_t3i_18_55mm_is.html

Thanks for all the great info here! I really appreciate it! 🙂