Upgrade Suggestions from EOS Rebel

[Jriffle3]

I started out with a Rebel camera, I am now looking to get a better camera and lens.  I mostly take photos of sporting events and my family. Looking for recommendations. I am wanting to get into photography more so its needs to be user friendly.

[justadude]

It's funny you say that about great shots being made in post.  When I'm hired for marathon finish line photography, I shoot jpeg (which goes against my usual judgement) simply because a typical job involves 5,000 shots of the runners crossing the line... and editing is usually zero except for crop to straighten. However my regular RAW images always require post editing (obviously).

But what made me laugh is your comment about editing being more important than the gear (because it is so true).  I was given an old Kodak DC210 camera last year that has a 1MP sensor (yes, ONE).  It is fun to use for random unimportant shots.  Throwing some of those files into Lightroom, it is actually impressive how you can turn a horrible shot into something not too shabby (nothing worth selling of course).  Bottom line, even old cheap gear can make decent photos if you know what you are doing.  

You have a great 2024 as well!

[ebiggs1]

Gary,

I have a lifetime of photography behind me both as my job and now my hobby. What that has taught me, if given the choice of the top of the line best gear and no Photoshop or a bottom of the line outfit and full access to Photoshop,  I would choose the latter 100% of the time.

[justadude]

Sounds like you and I have similar experience.  I've been heavily into photography since the mid 1970's, both professionally, and as a hobby.  ...and I agree with your choice!

[Jriffle3]

Yes, I have the Rebel T3 with the lens kit. I've had it since 2011. 

[Jriffle3]

Hello, I have the Rebel T3 with the lens kit. I got it back in 2011 and I loved it and I am still using it, just wanted to upgrade.  I've looked at the site and talked to a few people about what camera to upgrade to! Thank you for the link! I really want to educate myself as much as I can before making such a big purchase! 

[Tronhard · Accepted solution]

To encourage folks to use this tool, you can mark that as a solution too, if you think it is appropriate

[Jriffle3]

I'm looking to spend anywhere from 2,000 to 3,000 for a camera and lens.  Also, looking for lens suggestions, willing to wait and save up for the right lens.