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light, depth of focus and composition


paula1948 | Asked  a year ago | Last response was a year ago

I am a beginner to DSLR cameras and I miss my 35mm with the macro lens.  I have a canon G12 and am finding it extremely limiting especially concerning composition.  It is great for details of single flower blooms.

Which of the two would you recommend-- T3i or T2i or how do you feel about the EOS 60D?

Which camera do you recommend for paula1948?

Canon T3i - $549
17.9 MP|APS-C CMOS|3" LCD
Canon T2i - $550
17.9 MP|APS-C CMOS|3" LCD
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  1. Expert III
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    a year ago Philip-Davis recommends the Canon T2i / 550D / Kiss X4

    Paula, since you didn't mention video capabilities, I'd recommend the T2i. For improved macro results, you can get a screw on macro filter or a dedicated macro lens.

    The 60D is a great camera too, but you'll be better served by buying a good lens.

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    a year ago Henri-De-Vreese recommends neither camera

    I would take the Nikon D5100, because of it's good low light performance and amazing image quality. The canon ones have smaller sensors and will give you the same feeling as the G12...

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      a year ago Philip-Davis
      This is misleading. The T2i and T3i have a sensor that is 7.5 times larger than the G12 and hence much better image quality. Futhermore, the D5100 is more expensive. A fairer comparison in the same price range would be the D3100.
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