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<p>OK, I tested out the T2i and I noticed the difference immediately. I was impressed and I'm going to get one (or T1i)<br>

I liked the video function.<br>

It may be more camera than I can handle, but i will grow into it.</p>

<p>OK, just got back from trying out some of these cameras. I tried the T2i video, and found it interesting, not a problem at all. It's like taking a picture of a video. I sort of liked the way it refocused even. It's perfect for what I do, short little clips. I even add that effect into my videos, fade in from blurry.<br />And in full Auto mode, the difference from my P&S was very obvious. When I zoomed in and saw my sons eyes, for the first time, the right color, not blurry, and 3 dimensional, I actually almost teared up.<br />So, it's for sure a T1i or T2i for me. I loved it. I just need to shop around and re-read the lens advice I already got on the other thread.<br>

The only draw back was the weight, so I might need to keep my powershot for some circumstances, where it's not practical to carry the big camera and case.<br />A spark was also lit in me and I was looking at the lake on the way home, thinking of ways to shoot it. I'm sure some of you felt that same spark in the beginning.<br />I'm really excited to get the camera and learn and set it up and all that. thanks again for all advice.</p>

<p>Hmm, maybe I should wait for the T3 then? Wonder why the pricepoint is lower?<br>

I'm on my way now to try the T2i video to see if I can manually focus it or if it might work for my purposes.<br>

My PnS is slow at focusing too. I usually just use 10 seconds of a clip at a time so it might work for me.<br>

I'm also wondering if I should just go with a powershot like the G12 mentioned.</p>

<p>Please recommend a camera for a relative beginner for shooting children in low light that also takes video.<br>

I would like more manual control/options than my SD1400 and would use the camera for learning.<br>

I have taken one photography class and feel that I can compose a photo reasonably well using my old film camera and a 35-70mm lens. I plan to take another class with the new camera.<br>

My main purpose here is home movies with video and photo.<br>

I would like one camera that can do both, in the $500 range.<br>

I previously posted a question about whether or not a DSLR would be an improvement over my P&S SD1400 and I got a lot of responses. Please see that thread.<br>

<a href="http://www.photo.net/canon-eos-digital-camera-forum/00YFFP?start=0">http://www.photo.net/canon-eos-digital-camera-forum/00YFFP?start=0</a><br>

My question has changed now based on what I've learned so I am starting a new thread. thanks.</p>

<p>Danke well Arie (My Opa is Arie too). Thanks everyone for caring about my little purchase here. I was really lost and was looking at an old Chevy Nova when I started here.<br>

I think the video capability is the deciding factor for me so that puts me at a T1i at least. I've decided I'm OK with the cost.<br>

If there is some reason the video won't work for my purposes, then that is another story?<br>

I am perfectly happy with the video quality on the powershot, but would prefer to have just one camera that does both.<br>

I'll start out with the kit lens and then use the advice here on additional lenses.<br>

I'm excited now to finally get a good picture of my babies (twins) and I really want to bounce my flash :)</p>

<p>Maybe I will start with a 50mm lens and then see if I need something else?<br>

If i make this investment in the camera, I am willing to learn more.<br>

It's very important to me to have better quality photos and that is why I took the class. I became very good at using my 35mm, even can do macro with manual focus, etc..<br>

But I'm trying to find something digital that will give me good results, if I put in the effort.<img src="/i95.photobucket.com/albums/l133/gardangels/thnks3.jpg" alt="" /></p>

<p>no offense at all taken. I actually read exactly the same thing on this site a few months ago. So I printed out the whole users manual and tried each suggestion. I searched for tips on this site. I adjusted my exposure, light settings, white balance, iso speed and still just got blurry, off color photos, no depth, no sharpness. Yes, good enough for everyday stuff and email and such, but not for prints.<br>

I make home movies using video and photo so it is a hobby for me and worth the investment. I also like to make scrapbooks/framed photos with nice prints.<br>

I think I will invest in the T1i as suggested, so I can shoot video and I can learn more too. Plus, I trust the Dutch guy! :)<br>

I think I can get a XTi with low light lens on CL for around $500 and sell my three other cameras to make up some of the difference. that's reasonable.<br>

i feel like I know alot more now what I want and what I'm looking for.</p>

<p>OK thank you. All good advice. From the table Arie posted, I see that I will need at least a T1i if I want to take video.<br>

So, is the trade off for better quality that I can't take quick videos? In that case, I may need to keep my Powershot for video?</p>

<p>I am not happy with my new Canon Powershot SD1400. I want to upgrade to something that will give me sharper, truer images. I've tried adjusting all the modes with my Powershot and it doesn't help. My pictures are mostly of children indoors (low light).<br>

I'm thinking of investing about $300-$500 on a used Canon Rebel.<br>

I have taken one photography class and have LOVED my Minolta Film Camera. It's always worked great for me in simple Auto mode and the Powershot was my first attempt at digital.<br>

So, my question is:<br>

1) will I really see a noticable difference in quality if I purchase a Rebel, even if it's an old one, say from 2003? or is digital just that way unless I spend alot more money and I just have to accept it?<br>

2) can someone direct me to an overview of the Rebel models and dates, etc..so I can tell whether an Xti or 300D is newer or older, etc..<br>

3) Is Rebel the best way for someone like me, or should I be looking at other models too?<br>

Thanks. Really looking for some advice what to do here.</p>

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