2nd Body with 60D
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I have used both.
They are the same in video quality. They match perfectly. Though I have not done formal ISO comparison tests, they seemed to perform the same. The only issue with the T3i is no in-between ISO, and more awkward controls. I feel the 60D is worth it in ergonomics, and speed of use. But if you are primarily shooting scripted work and controlled setups, then the T3i/600D as a Bcam is perfect.
if you are carrying the backup cam, than a T3i is going to be noticeably lighter.
I would say the T3i would be a great companion cam that doesn't cost as much.
However, it won't use the same batteries as the 60D, so if having a second set of batteries to go along with it seems to be too much of a pain/expense, then a second 60D might be a better option.
However, it won't use the same batteries as the 60D, so if having a second set of batteries to go along with it seems to be too much of a pain/expense, then a second 60D might be a better option.
I use that combination (60D+600D) and I can say that Im working with the 600D more often because of the 3x crop mode! I know it doesnt sound like a big deal for many people but its realy nice to have it available, even if you ll use it just for one shot...
They use same sensor dont they? Should look identical.
Well it's the same sensor according to what technical specifications have been published, but in fact in depth testing of the two cameras reveals that the 7d has slightly superior low light performance.
http://www.dxomark.com/index.php/Ca...brand)/Canon/(appareil2)/619|0/(brand2)/Canon
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You are right. The 7D is a slightly different animal. But the two cameras share similar image characteristics, and intercut seamlessly. Whereas, a D7000 looks completely different. The T3i and 60D are indistinguishable.
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Good point here....
Battery life on the 60D dwarfs the T3i, imho. And sharing batteries means you have extra batteries for those long one camera shoots.
Battery life on the 60D dwarfs the T3i, imho. And sharing batteries means you have extra batteries for those long one camera shoots.
ROCKMORE
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Yeah probably with the different batteries it won't cost much more to just get a 2nd 60D. Unfortunately the new 5D never materialized which is the planned next camera body and actually even shares batteries with the 60D.
M. Gilden
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I'd go with a 600D- remember that the Rebel series does not need chipped batteries, which makes aftermarket spares really cheap.
I was considering a 60D as a second cam, but ended up with a refurbished T2i because of price-per-performance. Throw Magic Lantern on there, and you can set the same intermediate ISO and kelvin values on both.
But right now I'm anxiously awaiting a Digic5 T4i announcement. Might end up being nothing more than rumors though.
I was considering a 60D as a second cam, but ended up with a refurbished T2i because of price-per-performance. Throw Magic Lantern on there, and you can set the same intermediate ISO and kelvin values on both.
But right now I'm anxiously awaiting a Digic5 T4i announcement. Might end up being nothing more than rumors though.
Samuel H
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these are the batteries I use with my T2i
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003LZ5SM6...//www.similaar.com/foto/equipment/us_acc.html
so far, just as good as the original one
(the fact that they can be charged on the original charger is very important: if I used a cheap charger they'd probably die pretty young)
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003LZ5SM6...//www.similaar.com/foto/equipment/us_acc.html
so far, just as good as the original one
(the fact that they can be charged on the original charger is very important: if I used a cheap charger they'd probably die pretty young)
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Ooo, I know people have had great success with aftermarket batteries, but on critical jobs, I would prefer the 60D propriety batteries. The only thing better is a Anton Bauer adapted for Canon. I get two full heavy use days from one Hytron 50. Again, the after market batteries can work, but some of them are not reliable and seem charged, but aren't and it gets hard to keep track of them. Just a word of caution. ymmv
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T2i with ML price/performance is outstanding. The extra money saved would allow some extra third party batteries for insurance. But is that price going to be off-set because you have to add a monitor or EFV for the T2i?
At this point it comes down to ergonomics. The 60D is much more intuitive, and everything can quickly be accessed with just the right hand. No button combos required. Also, if both cameras are the same, switching back and forth is much less mental. You can get into a seamless rhythm.
Is the extra couple hundred bucks worth ergonomics over ML features. That's a personal choice. For run and gun shoulder mount, I say 60D. For anything else, T2i.
At this point it comes down to ergonomics. The 60D is much more intuitive, and everything can quickly be accessed with just the right hand. No button combos required. Also, if both cameras are the same, switching back and forth is much less mental. You can get into a seamless rhythm.
Is the extra couple hundred bucks worth ergonomics over ML features. That's a personal choice. For run and gun shoulder mount, I say 60D. For anything else, T2i.
Rayden
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I use 2 60d's and a T2i for wedding vids. I mostly fly the t2i on a glidecam and use it for slider shots. Its a great low cost companion. It would really come down to you ISO. That is the only thing about the t2i in comparison to the 60d. I have a better selection of iso ranges, so I use the 60D's as my main 1 & 2 cameras. when they are all set to the same settings, I can't tell a difference.
ROCKMORE
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I sold my perfect cond. 550D cheap to upgrade to the 60D a year ago so even though it was a good camera I don't think I will go there. The ISO range is a big deal because I find myself at 1000 or 1250 often and wouldn't want to live with 800 or 1600 ISO.
What I actually want is the next 5D and keep my 60D as the backup. May be another long winter for that.
BTW I use after market batts for my 60 and they perform the same as the original.
ROCKMORE
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100% agree
vision_filmz
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Not only that, 60d is just a more professional camera compared to the t2i. The 60d uses chipped batteries but they last almost twice as long as the t2i batteries. After having a swivel screen on my 60d I could never go back....
The new Canon cameras should be coming soon though, lets see what happens.....
The new Canon cameras should be coming soon though, lets see what happens.....
DavidBeier
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I'm going to argue against the T3i and say get another 60D.
I've DP'd two projects where the 60D/7D was our A-Camera and we used a T3i/T2i as our B-cam. In both cases, the T3i/T2i proved frustrating because of the lack of intermediate ISOs and the ability to dial in a Kelvin value. I would set up the scene at 320 ISO (better noise performance) on my 60D with a 4500 K value (for a slightly warmer look), and then would be unable to match it on the T3i because those settings were out of its reach. It got very frustrating very fast.
I've DP'd two projects where the 60D/7D was our A-Camera and we used a T3i/T2i as our B-cam. In both cases, the T3i/T2i proved frustrating because of the lack of intermediate ISOs and the ability to dial in a Kelvin value. I would set up the scene at 320 ISO (better noise performance) on my 60D with a 4500 K value (for a slightly warmer look), and then would be unable to match it on the T3i because those settings were out of its reach. It got very frustrating very fast.