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350D vs 20D
Hello all
I'm getting back into photography after many years away. I have a 350D which is giving me good results, I'm interested to hear any opinions from you all as to if a 20D would be a good choice to either replace the 350D or just become my 1st choice. Comments very much appreciated Davey |
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18th of December 2005 (Sun)
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Re: 350D vs 20D
Do a search and you will find tons of similiar topic.
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18th of December 2005 (Sun)
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Re: 350D vs 20D
I'm currently looking to upgrade from the 300D, and have looked at both the 350D and the 20D.
For me, the 20D wins in a walk, primarily because of the physical size of the camera. I don't have the smallest hands in the world, and I like to have something to grab on to. Both have improved low light performance over the 300D, so that's less of a concern between the two. My understanding is that the 350D and the 20D are comparable in that department. I shoot, mainly, live bands, so I need better performance than what the 300D offers. If I had smaller hands, I'd probably go with the 350D but, like I said, I've got big hands, and the 350D is just too small for my hands. Of course, I haven't tried it with the grip yet...  Steve |
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Re: 350D vs 20D
I'm right there with ya Steve. Honest, I have to admit that I absolutely hate the look and small footprint of the 350D. Good camera as it may be, I just don't see myself owning one. 20D just feels more *right* in my hands.
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Re: 350D vs 20D
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My move up will be to the 5D. How close are you to upgrading Steve? Dante King is looking for a used 300D. He's got a post in Marketplace
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Re: 350D vs 20D
The 350D is packed with amazing technology and can make awesome pictures, but I think Canon erred by cramming it into such a small body. It was uncomfortable for me to hold, even for a few minutes with a small lens.
Sure, you can get a grip for it. But that makes the cost difference vs. a 20D less significant.
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19th of December 2005 (Mon)
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What did you think of the 350D with a grip attached, if you had the chance to try that? Steve |
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With my favorite lens (Sigma 70-200 F2.8 ), flash unit, body and batteries, the combo adds up to more than 5 pounds (2.3 kg). When you carry that around all day, minor differences in grip design make a big difference in comfort!
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19th of December 2005 (Mon)
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Re: 350D vs 20D
The 20D is a better camera than the 350D, but it does not offer that many additional features. If I had a 350D I would wait to see what the next generation of the 20D has to offer before considering an upgrade.
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I'm going to be upgrading from the 300D, and I've been looking at the 20D for some time. By the way, I notice you're in Kelowna. I was up there on business in September. Man, you're sure not at a loss for great places to shoot:  If I can work it right, I should get up there once or twice a year. Lake Okanangan offers some great opportunities... Steve |
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