Now that Canon has released the latest addition to it's ever popular Digital Rebel lineup, the XSi, many current Rebel XT or XTi owners are likely wondering about upgrading. The short answer is . . . don't! It's really not worth it. Sure, Live View, a larger LCD, and faster FPS can seem enticing, but is it really worth it? What is it your really after here? More bells and whistles, or better pictures? Personally, if I'm going to upgrade it's going to be something substantial. Something that allows me to take better photographs, and improve my skills as a photographer. Allow me to illuminate.
All the Canon Digital Rebels are really just entry level digital SLR cameras. That includes the XT, XTi, and XSi. Don't get me wrong, they're really great cameras, and provide an excellent bridge for those wanting to move from the no-brainer simple world of point and shoot photography to the beautifully rendered near-pro quality of SLR photography. Arguably Canon has done a better job of filling that gap. Better then any other camera manufacturer including Nikon, Sony, and Olympus. My point being though, if you really want to move up to a better SLR, then raise your sights a little higher, and have a look at the Canon EOS 30D or Canon EOS 40D. It will not only challenge you to improve your photography skills, but also produce much better photographs.
By skipping up a model line in the Canon chain of command, you get a few extra advantages. Moving up to a 30D or 40D gives you a full metal camera body. Metal bodies are far more shock resistant, and durable than the molded plastic found on the Digital Rebel lineup. The more delicate and sensitive internal camera parts will survive longer encased by a metal body. In addition, you'll get better ISO performance, metering and picture control. Also, try to keep in mind, that more megapixels does not necessarily make a better camera. Especially once your over 5MP.
Another advantage to the Canon 30D and 40D models, is that most accessories that work with the 30D and 40D will also work with cameras further up the Canon model line like the 5D. Rebel accessories generally won't. Given the perpetual affliction of "upgradeitis" that many cameras geeks find themselves in, that could save a whack of money on the next upgrade. Of course you don't necessarily need to save that money, you could always just sink it into a really nice new lens to go with that upgraded camera ;)
Well, there you have it. Don't just buy the latest and greatest digital toy on the shelf. Look for the best camera for YOU that will help YOU take better pictures Even if it means broadening your digital horizons a little.
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