Equine Photography, 20D or XT?

courtknee202 · 20th of October 2005 (Thu)

Greetings all! I'm looking for some advice on which way to go in purchasing a new camera. I'm getting into equine photography on a bit of a larger scale, and would like to upgrade from a 300D and the crappy plastic lens that came with it! The 300D is basically our families camera so it's been knocked around a bit and just isn't performing as well as it used to, and the lens also has scratches on it and dust inside.

I shoot mostly outdoors with quick shutter speeds in full sunlight which is constantly changing so I have to often stop and adjust my ISO and aperture. I'm told the XT is better for people with small hands, which I have. Lightness is a key factor too as I can't always use a tripod. Speed in which the images write to the CF is key for me when taking burst shots. Which would suit me better? I've seen fantastic images from both but I do not have the means to go try one out and then decide. I'd only be buying the body of the camera and the lens seperate, both the 20d and the XT seem to be about the same price. Thanks in advance, I appreciate your replies!

tim · 20th of October 2005 (Thu)

If you have to change your settings often a 20D will be better, it has more buttons and is easier to control. Some L lenses have dust protection. The images from the cameras will be near identical if you use the same settings.

robertwgross · 20th of October 2005 (Thu)

The 20D will likely cost a bit more than the XT.

The XT would be good if you have small hands. The 20D would be good if you have large hands. The 20D is just slightly more civilized, but the sensors are similar.

---Bob Gross---

lostdoggy · 21st of October 2005 (Fri)

Don't forget the 20D is better at higher ISO then the XT and larger buffer.

Jon · 21st of October 2005 (Fri)

20D for the better buffer and higher burst rate, especially if you shoot jumping, steeplechase, barrel racing, . . .

Jon · 22nd of October 2005 (Sat)

Thread split to EF Lenses with title Lenses for horse events indoors.

Jonn · 22nd of October 2005 (Sat)

Quote:

Originally Posted by lostdoggy

Don't forget the 20D is better at higher ISO then the XT

Since when?

20th of October 2005 (Thu)	#1
courtknee202 Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: VA Posts: 54	Equine Photography, 20D or XT? Greetings all! I'm looking for some advice on which way to go in purchasing a new camera. I'm getting into equine photography on a bit of a larger scale, and would like to upgrade from a 300D and the crappy plastic lens that came with it! The 300D is basically our families camera so it's been knocked around a bit and just isn't performing as well as it used to, and the lens also has scratches on it and dust inside. I shoot mostly outdoors with quick shutter speeds in full sunlight which is constantly changing so I have to often stop and adjust my ISO and aperture. I'm told the XT is better for people with small hands, which I have. Lightness is a key factor too as I can't always use a tripod. Speed in which the images write to the CF is key for me when taking burst shots. Which would suit me better? I've seen fantastic images from both but I do not have the means to go try one out and then decide. I'd only be buying the body of the camera and the lens seperate, both the 20d and the XT seem to be about the same price. Thanks in advance, I appreciate your replies! __________________

20th of October 2005 (Thu)	#2
tim Light Bringer Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 47,934 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Equine Photography, 20D or XT? If you have to change your settings often a 20D will be better, it has more buttons and is easier to control. Some L lenses have dust protection. The images from the cameras will be near identical if you use the same settings. __________________ NZIPP Qualified Professional wedding photographer. Camera and Lens Reviews ~ Wellington Wedding Photographer Wellington Wedding Photographer (site2) ~ Wellington Wedding Photographer (site3) Read all my FAQs (wedding, printing, lighting, books, etc)

20th of October 2005 (Thu)	#3
robertwgross Cream of the Crop Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: California Posts: 9,462	Re: Equine Photography, 20D or XT? The 20D will likely cost a bit more than the XT. The XT would be good if you have small hands. The 20D would be good if you have large hands. The 20D is just slightly more civilized, but the sensors are similar. ---Bob Gross---

21st of October 2005 (Fri)	#4
lostdoggy King Duffus Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 4,787 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Equine Photography, 20D or XT? Don't forget the 20D is better at higher ISO then the XT and larger buffer.

21st of October 2005 (Fri)	#5
Jon Moderator Cocker Spaniel Mod Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Kensington, MD USA Posts: 65,148	Re: Equine Photography, 20D or XT? 20D for the better buffer and higher burst rate, especially if you shoot jumping, steeplechase, barrel racing, . . . __________________ Jon ---------- EOS, Powershot and Domke - it doesn't get any better than this! T90 and stuff \| F-1n, New F-1, FTb and more stuff out on loan Cocker Spaniels Maryland and Virginia activities *DC Cherry Blossoms* Image Posting Rules and Image Posting FAQ Report SPAM, Don't Answer It! (link) PERSONAL MESSAGING REGARDING SELLING OR BUYING ITEMS WITH MEMBERS WHO HAVE NO POSTS IN FORUMS AND/OR WHO YOU DO NOT KNOW FROM FORUMS IS HEREBY DECLARED STRICTLY STUPID AND YOU WILL GET BURNED.

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Jon Moderator Cocker Spaniel Mod Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Kensington, MD USA Posts: 65,148	Re: Equine Photography, 20D or XT? Thread split to EF Lenses with title Lenses for horse events indoors. __________________ Jon ---------- EOS, Powershot and Domke - it doesn't get any better than this! T90 and stuff \| F-1n, New F-1, FTb and more stuff out on loan Cocker Spaniels Maryland and Virginia activities *DC Cherry Blossoms* Image Posting Rules and Image Posting FAQ Report SPAM, Don't Answer It! (link) PERSONAL MESSAGING REGARDING SELLING OR BUYING ITEMS WITH MEMBERS WHO HAVE NO POSTS IN FORUMS AND/OR WHO YOU DO NOT KNOW FROM FORUMS IS HEREBY DECLARED STRICTLY STUPID AND YOU WILL GET BURNED.

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