Upgrade?

[Amegrapher]

With Black Friday deals being released I see there is a new Canon option available for purchase. I have the original T1i, and I am in the market for a new lense - at the very least. With the release of the T6 I'm wondering if buying a new lense is the way to go, or if I should upgrade my camera altogether.

[ebiggs1]

Amegrapher,

The reasons to upgrade to a newer camera is more that what is readily apparent. Maybe some of these are important to you.  Maybe not.  But the reasons given by one poster is short sighted.

Consider....

NFC Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
BUILT-IN WI-FI  Share your photos wirelessly
LONGER STILLS BATTERY LIFE
MORE INFO

500 vs 400 SHOTS Capture more photos
SHOOTS 60P VIDEO  A faster framerate can give you more editing options
MORE PIXELS 18.0  MEGAPIXELS Higher resolution photos
NEWER 7 MONTHS. The T1i is 8 YEARS OLD Newer cameras often support more advanced features
SHOOTS 24P VIDEO  Gives your movies a big-screen feel

If I were you I owuld opt for the T6i over just getting the T6 as the advantages are even more dramatic.  But the T6 can be a nice upgrade.  If you decide to go this route look for a body only (less than $300 bucks).  Upgrade your lenses later as you are able.