Upgrading from Canon Rebel XT

[Brainonska511]

Hi All -

I was looking to upgrade from my 7-year old Rebel XT to something a little more modern. I'm going to stick with Canon, as I have several lenses (a Tamron 28-70 f/2.8, a Canon 200mm f/2.8L, and a Tamron 17-35mm f/2.8-3.6 (but this I'm probably going to replace with the Canon 10-22mm, as I've never been happy with the 17-35mm)).

Would I be better off going with a 60D or something from the Rebel series? I like to shoot mainly architecture and landscapes, in all sorts of lighting, but have occasionally shot people, and sometimes go for nature things (birds & other animals). It seems like the 60D is a good price these days at ~$600 for the body, but my budget would probably go as high as $800 for a body.

Thanks for the input.

 

[Rottie]

I think an EOS T5i camera is a good one. I haven't own one but I hear some good reviews. So easy to travel with it than a 60D.

 

[Brainonska511]

I think an EOS T5i camera is a good one. I haven't own one but I hear some good reviews. So easy to travel with it than a 60D.

Hm... seems like a good choice. Being lighter is certainly a plus. I've never felt bogged down by any of my equipment, but I wouldn't want to start now.

Anyone else have any opinions?

 

[IndyColtsFan]

I went from a Rebel XT to an EOS 70D in September and I love it. It is a huge improvement but I am sure a T5i would be too.

 

[Brainonska511]

A small update: I just purchased a T5i - I think it will be a great upgrade from my 7 year old Rebel XT, especially in lower-light conditions.

 

[zCypher]

congrats on the purchase, i'm sure you will love it!

 

[Smoove910]

nice! Let's see some pics!

 

[blastingcap]

used t3i would be an affordable, big upgrade

 

[Brainonska511]

nice! Let's see some pics!

I'll definitely put some up when it comes (and probably when the weather warms up).

For now, I've only got what I've taken with my XT (a small sample of some of my favorites): http://www.flickr.com/photos/25349187@N04/

used t3i would be an affordable, big upgrade

Maybe, but cost isn't an issue (for reasons I'd rather not go into).