repcool 2 #1 February 21, 2011 Howdy, I have +/-$1000 budget to buy a DSLR setup this week. It won't initially be used for skydiving but I would hope to use it in the future so it should be compatible with the sport...which I think means being able to use with a bite\blow switch. It must also use SD as opposed to another card format. - Use with switch cable - SD compatible - Around $1000 for body and starter lens I am confused as heck but I do know which one I am going to get if it doesn't become clear to me....I will keep it a secret for now to not influence the input. Thanks for your time. Simon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skwrl 56 #2 February 21, 2011 Hi Simon, I'd recommend the Canon T2i - it fits your requirements and is a great first SLR. - JeffSkwrl Productions - Wingsuit Photography Northeast Bird School - Chief Logistics Guy and Video Dork Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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Zymurdoo 0 #4 February 21, 2011 +1 for the T2i although I bought mine thinking I would have the video option as a back up if my Sony took a dump. However, I do not believe I would use the video feature in freefall as it appears that you must manually focus in video mode. Still a nice camera that meets you requirements. I picked mine up for <$800 from 42nd street photo online. http://www.42photo.com/pd-productid-97504-k-canon_eos_rebel_digital_t2i_180_mp_digital_camera_w_18_55mm_is_lens.htmBlue Skies, Soft Docks and Happy Landings! CWR #23 (It's called CRW, add an e if you like, but I ain't calling it CFS. FU FAI!) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sdctlc 0 #5 February 21, 2011 LOVE my T1i but the T2i is about the same as I paid for the T1i..... Never really played with the T2i but cant imagine it not being a fantastic option. Once you get the camera, THINK GLASS!! Scott"He who Hesitates Shall Inherit the Earth!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
repcool 2 #6 February 22, 2011 QuoteHi Simon, I'd recommend the Canon T2i - it fits your requirements and is a great first SLR. - Jeff Thanks to all. I just got back from Costco with a T2i, 18-55 & 70-300.....now to figure out what all of the buttons do and what those lends numbers even mean! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bill_K 0 #7 February 22, 2011 Quote Quote Hi Simon, I'd recommend the Canon T2i - it fits your requirements and is a great first SLR. - Jeff Thanks to all. I just got back from Costco with a T2i, 18-55 & 70-300.....now to figure out what all of the buttons do and what those lends numbers even mean! Go here and spend another $15 and you'll get a great start at understanding what all those du-dads do and mean. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lewmonst 0 #8 February 24, 2011 Quote Quote Quote Hi Simon, I'd recommend the Canon T2i - it fits your requirements and is a great first SLR. - Jeff Thanks to all. I just got back from Costco with a T2i, 18-55 & 70-300.....now to figure out what all of the buttons do and what those lends numbers even mean! Go here and spend another $15 and you'll get a great start at understanding what all those du-dads do and mean. Or just read the manual that comes with it, free.http://www.exitshot.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
