Camera for amateur video making/vlogging/photos

[Whitenova]

Hey all,

 

I’m currently in the market for a new camera so I don’t have to share a canon 7D with my significant other anymore. I’m a computer guy but I don’t know jack when it comes to cameras really but I want to get into taking better pictures and videos. I want to stick with canon if possible and I’ve been looking at the rebel t7i as a possible choice and just wanted to see what everyone thought about that or if anyone has any better suggestions. 

 

Thanks 

[SupaKomputa]

For canon's get a 80d, but its old and outdated.

For the money i would get a panasonic g85, it has build in stabilization both in body and in lens, also 4k support. 

[Loliplol]

1 hour ago, SupaKomputa said:

For canon's get a 80d, but its old and outdated.

For the money i would get a panasonic g85, it has build in stabilization both in body and in lens, also 4k support. 

Used the G85, stopped using it. The focus on that thing is worse than Apple's attempt at blaming the users for Error 53 issue on iPhone 6.

 

Trust me on this one.

 

If you're looking for a mirrorless with great focus and 4k video:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1393461-REG/canon_2680c011_eos_m50_mirrorless_digital.html

 

If you're looking for something with more lens options and not mirrorless:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1225875-REG/canon_1263c004_eos_80d_dslr_camera.html

 

or (depending on your budget)

 

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1318281-REG/canon_eos_77d_dslr_camera.html

 

Enjoy!

 

[Whitenova]

32 minutes ago, Loliplol said:

Used the G85, stopped using it. The focus on that thing is worse than Apple's attempt at blaming the users for Error 53 issue on iPhone 6.

 

Trust me on this one.

 

If you're looking for a mirrorless with great focus and 4k video:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1393461-REG/canon_2680c011_eos_m50_mirrorless_digital.html

 

If you're looking for something with more lens options and not mirrorless:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1225875-REG/canon_1263c004_eos_80d_dslr_camera.html

 

or (depending on your budget)

 

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1318281-REG/canon_eos_77d_dslr_camera.html

 

Enjoy!

 

I know the 80d is great but I also know that canons replacement is coming soon this year. Would it be worth the wait?

[SupaKomputa]

it will be worth the wait, it said to be a huge upgrade from 80d.

[cc143]

3 hours ago, SupaKomputa said:

For canon's get a 80d, but its old and outdated.

For the money i would get a panasonic g85, it has build in stabilization both in body and in lens, also 4k support. 

 

1 hour ago, Loliplol said:

Used the G85, stopped using it. The focus on that thing is worse than Apple's attempt at blaming the users for Error 53 issue on iPhone 6.

 

Trust me on this one.

 

If you're looking for a mirrorless with great focus and 4k video:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1393461-REG/canon_2680c011_eos_m50_mirrorless_digital.html

 

If you're looking for something with more lens options and not mirrorless:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1225875-REG/canon_1263c004_eos_80d_dslr_camera.html

 

or (depending on your budget)

 

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1318281-REG/canon_eos_77d_dslr_camera.html

 

Enjoy!

 

Ok so the guy needs a camera for amateur video/vlogging/photography, tells you he would prefer to stick with Canon because his partner has a 7d, therefore, probably has lenses they can share. He also has used Canon before and probably is more familiar with it in general. He also says he is not knowledgeable in photgraphy etc.. Can you please give me 1 reason why he shouldn't just stick with Canon? In what way would an 80d or t7i not fulfill his needs and more so? Does he need 4k recording right now or in the immmediate futre? what about the g85, or any other mirrorless camera is it that should move him towards it? Is it better on a specsheet, sure, but is it substanitally better in the real world for this guys usecase? NO it is not.

 

This is a general comment, and you 2 are just the 2 people that have made the recommendation this time round, so don't take it that personally, although I understand my tone is somewhat agressive. I understand most people believe that mirrorless cameras are the best thing since sliced bread, although for the life of me having used loads can't figure out why. BUT, you also have to understand that the specs they offer are not always necessary. The best way to put it is this, a ferrari is a great car. It doesn't mean everyone should go out and buy one. Most people are much better off with a VW golf.

 

OP, the t7i is more camera than 90% of the schmucks who use one can handle, its a lot more camera than most people need or will ever be able to get the best out of. I would say go for a used one to avoid getting hit be depreciation, but it is more camera than most people will ever need.

 

Don't go for the 80d. The t7i is as good or better in most ways, it is truly an amazingly well specced camera for its market segment. The only caveat is if you need to check levels when recording video the t7i doesn't have that capability, in all other aspects, its at leats 95% the camera the 80d is. Yes, the 80d is due for replacement. But, even if it were replaced tomorrow, it would still be more than adequate for your needs. In short, the best thing for you about the 90d is that it will drive prices down.

 

Just go for the t7i. Buy used if you can so you avoid the depreciation.

[LaFemmeEnVert]

36 minutes ago, cc143 said:

Just go for the t7i. Buy used if you can so you avoid the depreciation.

for a beginner this is good advice. buy cheap used to practice learn and later buy good camera

[Loliplol]

11 hours ago, cc143 said:

Don't go for the 80d. The t7i is as good or better in most ways, it is truly an amazingly well specced camera for its market segment.

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Agree, the 80D is not worth it at all. Feature and performance difference is minimal, if any. Meanwhile the price difference is huge.

 

Go for the t7i, it's a great