Canon simply never got us a review model in time. The t1i has now been replaced by the t2i too, so we probably won't have a review for this camera.

Well the D3100 is newer and has a much better video mode -- 1080p HD with continuous autofocus (though that's pretty clunky, from what we understand). It also has a built-in guide mode, with tips and tricks to help you understand all the settings.

In terms of still photography quality and performance, they're pretty evenly matched. Some of it comes down to how the camera feels in your hands -- Nikon vs. Canon is a classic debate, some folks just can't stand to use one or the other. I'd say if you can, try to get into a store and see which one feels more natural. But if I couldn't do that, and had to pick one over the other, I'd go with the D3100.

It's EF compatible, so yes, the Rebel G lens will work. But be advised that since the T1i has a partial frame chip, the focal length of your lens will be reduced by about 40%.

Use a flash if you can. Open up the aperture and slow down the shutter speed so that the camera can gather as much light as possible. Keep your hands extra steady too.

The aperture depends on your lens too -- for dark settings, "faster" lenses are better. The kit lens is f2.8, which is pretty average. You might want to invest in a fast prime lens if you'll be doing lots of nightclub shooting.

It sounds like your camera is set to focus priority rather than shooting priority. This means that it will wait to acquire focus rather than trip the shutter. Then again, this shouldn't be a problem when shooting in manual mode. Have you searched through the camera's custom functions for things related to autofocus?

That's a great choice. And the added benefit is that you get HD video to boot.

I would. You get full HD using the 7D and it has dual DIGIC IV processors to work the image. And it also shoots in 24P, which IIRC the 500D only shoots in 30 fps. That means more film like quality to your images. I'd also take a look at SIGMAs lenses. For the money, they are making fantastic glass these days. Far better than Tamron, IIRC.

They pretty even. Both shoot excellent stills and video. The Nikon may have A sligt edge because of it's legacy lens support (you can use Nikkor lenses from the last 50 years on manual), but other than that I think you'd be pleased either way.

Any EF compatible lens will work, even from EOS film cameras. Sigma makes some real good ones if on a budget.

You can try removing the batteries overnight and see if that resets the camera, but you'll probably need to call Canon up and ask them to talk you through it. Reset is in the menu settings.

But here's my concern. You may have bought a gray market camera. If something is gray market, it means that - although you may have gotten a great deal on it - it doesn't come with a warranty that will be honored here in this country. One of the warnings is a menu in another langauge. Which means if something goes wrong with the camera, you'll either have to send it to China to repair or pay to have it fixed yourself.

The Canon T1i had a surprisingly difficult time with low light sensitivity. Using a faster lens with a wider aperture setting will likely produce better low light sensitivity results.

They're all good cameras. The 500D or Nikon D5000 are a bit nicer, and both cost a bit more, but you'll be happy with them for longer. Here's a review of the D5000 that compares it with the 500D (T1i): bit.ly/cjIxap. They're both good, you just have to decide which one seems better to you. The D5000 is a little bit cheaper here in the States though.

The 500D is 'Plug and Play' which means that you don't need the software to be able to download images, but I presume that the software will be the same ('EOS Utility'), it may just be a more recent version (i.e. an update). I don't believe that you will need both software, as the EOS utility checks for the camera on start-up (of EOS Utility), so this should mean that you can simply plug your 450D (or 500D) into your PC and it should recognize it with the EOS Utility, but you may need to install the update.

Hi, many thanks for your answers - they have been very helpful

I can only give an opinion both camps have there fundamentalists here but I personally like the Canon. I think Canon has been doing video Cameras for a long time making Digital Camcorders that both Pro's and Amateurs use and because of this Canon has the edge on the video side.

Nikon may use better glass and you may love your Nikon Camera, and go ahead many photographers who come from the standard SLR love Nikon and go right into using Nikon DSLR. But many of the trouble I find especially for beginners is the confusing menu setup. I also think that Canon's DSLR's look cleaner and sharper. That being said I do think a very skilled cinematographer can make a great looking video.

This is from a friend's award winning short. "The Queen Bee of Mushroomtown": vimeo.com/4030407

I  however am a beginner with SLRs. I bought a DSLR after shadowing a friend who is shooting a feature on the Mark II 5d and I feel in love with the look, the ease of switching lenses, sensitivity to light, and the overall quality of the picture. I however didn't have the cash to buy a Mark II so I bought the T1i. I love the photos I can take, and the video is amazing.

I actually shot a short film, you can check it out here : "Outfits" vimeo.com/7345928

...  was my first time ever shooting a short film most of the time I spend in front of the camera as an actor. I have a lot to learn still, but I love how it looks.

Since I bought my T1i the 7d was released and if I had he money; I would skip over both of these models and buy the 7d.



Both of he above films were shot for a filmracing.com's 24hr film race, and actually directed by the same director.

Yes. Actually, the lens has it. But that doesn't turn any camera into a stabilized one. You need the "i" series to work in concert with the image stabilized lens.

1. What 5 drive modes are you looking for? It's my understanding that this camera offers four (or just three if you don't count single): Single, Continuous, Self Timer 10 secs, and Self Timer Continuous.



2. When in shooting mode, push Set. This should pull up a menu. I believe monochrome shooting is located under Picture Styles, which, when not set, will show an S for standard.



Also, if you are in one of the 'restricted'/ Basic modes, like Auto or one of the Scene modes, all options will not be available. Try switching to M, P, Tv, or Av to activate all of the options.

Not really sure what the question is here. You can use a camera any time. Can you please be more specific? And what's a "lanse?" Assuming you mean "lens," and "tali" means "tall," or "long," then you may be asking what kind of lens to get. The basic kit lens is an 18-55mm zoom. Good to start out with, but you may want to look for some of the better telephotos that go out to 200mm.

Pros use Nikon because of the excellent quality lenses. Nikkor glass is in the top two best in the world. The other? Canon. Note that while most news pro photographers use Nikon, most sports pro photographers go Canon. Both are equally well suited for their needs.



If you already have a 350D, then I agree that upgrading your Canon body is your best course since you already have the lenses to use for it. Mostly, the 500D will have more MP (15 vs. 12). However, as a user of the 450D I can say it's a fine camera.



What you can do for comparison, however, is go to the Canon T1i site ( usa.canon.com/consumer/cont...  ). In the upper right hand corner you'll see a button for "choose the right product." Then, click on "product comparison." A popup window will let you compare up to three cameras for features. This will give you a chance to compare them side by side to see the differences, and more importantly, the similarities.



Next, check out this resource ( imaging-resource.com/IMCOMP...  ). It takes pictures with each and you can compare them side by side.

Please reconsider Nikon's excellent quality lenses...?



It is a known fact that the best DSLR lenses are Zuikos (OLYMPUS) then it is highly arguable the second winner for personal taste.For me Canon four lenses are especially unique at photographers mostly used range ( Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM,Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM, Canon EF 100 mm f/2.0 USM, ,Canon EF 16–35mm f/2.8L II USM AF ) They are all affordable ,durable,fluorid based lightweight superior quality lenses.) Sigma lenses will get the head then.(Tamron also produces some sorts of best zooms) Nikon Top quality lenses for NASA not for Photographers..Nikon Dslr lenses are bulky, mid-high range quality (some of them also top class) and not so durable and very very expensive..



Nikon catches up with Canon with latest apsc sizes bodies (D300) and full frames (D700 and D3x) which beats Megapixel/iso war with the help of Sony and managed to overcome the iso/noise problem. Now Nikon systems produces the best available output (slightly surpasses Canons full frames) with ultra price tags. I do not see rationality to give $7,999 for D3x body for its ultimate output because I willget nearly same quality (I prefer silky-smooth non electonic style) with 5D Mark II for just $2,800 with HD





Most pros use Nikon because its durable bodies (kelvar shutter mechanism and sealed alloy etc) which means nothing for me because I am the one who always says Lenses are first.. and also Nikon menu system gives ultra sophisticated controls over image parameters that ensures to feel PRO. Most of the Pros I know can not endure to see its lovely machine in the hands of publicity.This possiblity is the barrier between Canon and Pros.



Buddy go get 450D..It is the benchmark body for Aps-c sensors and get the best glass you can afford from above.The Happiness will be Yours...

Really great review. This is really very helpful for the new photographers like us.





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