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Pradeep Raamana

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I've a Canon EOS Rebel XS from 2008 and a few lenses: kit lens 18-55, zoom lens 55-250mm and a 40mm prime lens. As you can guess the camera is old, slow and lacks a ton of features, and hence I'd like to buy a newer Canon body that's compatible with the lenses I have, that sets me up for the next 10 years.. I am just a hobbyist and looking to spend no more than $750-100 for the body (and/or a few lenses) to upgrade myself. Appreciate your thoughtful suggestions (as I have been out of the loop with all the advances and models etc)

I've seen the EOS T7 and M50 in a bunch of top lists (best cameras under $1000), but I think I'd like something better than T7 and ideally not mirrorless to avoid having to use adapter mounts etc. But if you think mirrorless is the future for intermediate non-professional hobbyist guys like you, please say so, and I am happy consider getting a mount (and a camera rig to make them more ergonomic).
 
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I would say the 80D, Canon's previous generation of the "x0 D" mid-level APS-C line. I've had one for a few years, and it's quite capable. B&H has them new for about US$900; the Canon US web store sells them refurbished for about $720 [when they have them in stock — Canon's web store is a mess these days].
Or you might want to look at the Canon website for more options.
 
I would say the 80D, Canon's previous generation of the "x0 D" mid-level APS-C line. I've had one for a few years, and it's quite capable. B&H has them new for about US$900; the Canon US web store sells them refurbished for about $720 [when they have them in stock — Canon's web store is a mess these days].
 
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Thank you everyone for the kind and helpful suggestions, much appreciate it. Let me take a look at the suggested references and get back here.
 
Pradeep Raamana said:
I am just a hobbyist and looking to spend no more than $750-100 for the body (and/or a few lenses) to upgrade myself.
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Pradeep,

I was in your position not too long ago.

For me, it came down to a choice between the Canon SL3 and a T8i.

I chose the T8i for $750.00 (USD) because it had more focus points, and a slightly greater number of shots per second.

I also like the electronic level and the digital zoom in movie mode.

Steve Thomas
 
What do you shoot? BIF, portraits, landscapes?
 
nothing too specific -- mostly landscapes, portraits, some street shots and amateur "photojournalism".. I hope to do more wildlife esp the advanced / trickier shots that a faster FPS would allow me. Some shots i put up online are at : 500px.com/raamana

based on reviewing the above suggestions and looking around, it seems the 90D/80D/77D would be great choices. so looking at some used options in excellent condition, and will go with the best in that order in my budget.

any idea why shutter count (and year of purchase, and length of use etc) is not often posted in the used camera listings? I am concerned about buying from private sellers who don't disclose that upfront.. looks we need the lessons used car sales industry to be applied for DSLRs too :)
 
Pradeep Raamana said:
any idea why shutter count (and year of purchase, and length of use etc) is not often posted in the used camera listings? I am concerned about buying from private sellers who don't disclose that upfront.. looks we need the lessons used car sales industry to be applied for DSLRs too :)
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One option is to buy from one of the large online dealers who rate their used gear. Higher ratings lead to higher prices of course, but you can have more confidence in your purchase.
 
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KCook said:
Pradeep Raamana said:
amateur "photojournalism"
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A quiet shutter can help here. Which means a mirrorless. Which for Canon would be the EOS M series.

Kelly
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Thanks - I already a rather new iPhone with a great camera for silent BASIC documentary purposes. I need to look into how the mirrorless ones add value to the basic purposes.
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In essence, the better image quality from a camera (both DSLR and mirrorless) allows for deeper crops, when such crops are needed.

Of course there are lots of creative advantages to cameras over iPhones, but the documentary game is usually not all that creative.

DSLR vs mirrorless is mostly about personal preferences in shooting technique and style, not results.

Kelly
 
Pradeep Raamana said:
I've a Canon EOS Rebel XS from 2008 and a few lenses: kit lens 18-55, zoom lens 55-250mm and a 40mm prime lens. As you can guess the camera is old, slow and lacks a ton of features, and hence I'd like to buy a newer Canon body that's compatible with the lenses I have, that sets me up for the next 10 years.. I am just a hobbyist and looking to spend no more than $750-100 for the body (and/or a few lenses) to upgrade myself. Appreciate your thoughtful suggestions (as I have been out of the loop with all the advances and models etc)

I've seen the EOS T7 and M50 in a bunch of top lists (best cameras under $1000), but I think I'd like something better than T7 and ideally not mirrorless to avoid having to use adapter mounts etc. But if you think mirrorless is the future for intermediate non-professional hobbyist guys like you, please say so, and I am happy consider getting a mount (and a camera rig to make them more ergonomic).
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i would really need to know what you shoot and what you think the limitations are with your current body...like AF or low light ability etc and whether you would like a more compact camera or not to botherd about size or are willing to have second hand if it means you can have a better body in your budget of <1k

but i would like to point out that the IQ from "kit" lenses have improved a lot since 2008
 
Pradeep Raamana said:
nothing too specific -- mostly landscapes, portraits, some street shots and amateur "photojournalism".. I hope to do more wildlife esp the advanced / trickier shots that a faster FPS would allow me. Some shots i put up online are at : 500px.com/raamana

based on reviewing the above suggestions and looking around, it seems the 90D/80D/77D would be great choices. so looking at some used options in excellent condition, and will go with the best in that order in my budget.

any idea why shutter count (and year of purchase, and length of use etc) is not often posted in the used camera listings? I am concerned about buying from private sellers who don't disclose that upfront.. looks we need the lessons used car sales industry to be applied for DSLRs too :)
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Be sure to check Canon refurbished also; their bodies include a 1-year warranty, same as what they offer for new. You won't get a shutter count, but if there's something seriously amiss with it, it will very likely happen that first year.

Mark
 
Why would anyone buy a DSLR at this point in time? The future, for many reasons, is mirrorless. For the OP, in the Canon line, that means R or M. 18 months ago, I bought a M6ii to replace my 70D. Best move I ever made, because the new camera and its lenses are so much smaller and lighter. A few months later, I sold all my DSLR gear, two bodies and a number of lenses. I kept the 55-250 and my 100L macro. Both work flawlessly with an M adapter. I don't even notice the adapter.

For reference the OP can get a M6ii body for under $800. No EVF, which I say is no loss.
 
Thanks everyone for helpful comments. I bought a used 80D with a 18-200mm lens off of eBay for $690.

The 90D looks amazing, but I'd have to spend another $400 or so more than the 80D. For my not-too-crazy occasional hobbyist needs I think I can make do with 80D :). gonna play with it for sometime, and see how it goes.
 
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