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Upgrading from 20d and want to shoot video too

Started Jan 1, 2015 | Discussions thread
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Duane W New Member • Posts: 7
Upgrading from 20d and want to shoot video too

Hi all,

The most I can afford to spend is $500-600.  So I was looking at the T5i w/ 18-55 STM lens. I may have to buy used to get the right price.

Here is the question, how good is the T5i shooting video with that lens.  I'll be shooting primarily people in fitness settings, working out (lifting weights) indoor and outdoor, posing, etc.  Does the T5i do a good job at staying focused on primary movement at close distances (fills a good portion of frame)?

I want 1080P and want pretty (really) good quality.

Are there other cameras in my price range that would do a better job?

Should I just get a camcorder?

Staying with Canon I can use my flashes and lenses and be able to use just one camera with the 20d as a backup. I still need to take pictures too.

Thank you

Duane

Canon EOS 20D Canon EOS 700D (EOS Rebel T5i / EOS Kiss X7i)
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