Upgrading from basic XS kit

[Dallasphotog]

There are lots of options for you to consider.


As you mentioned, there are some good deals on refurbished camera bodies. Adorama has the 50D for$999 and the 40D for $749. Since the camera rides on your bike, you might even consider a 1D body just for toughness. I have the 1DMKII and it is built like a tank. I've seen used MKII's in the Dallas area for $1,100in like-new condition.


What is it about the XS are you looking to upgrade?

[moldovamark]

The XS is slow focusing. It's burst rate is slow. It's sort of slow everything. And people who have used both have told me the control layout on the 40D is especially intuitive compared to the Rebels. Also, the EF-S 17-85mm lens I recently got (I wish I had the cash for the 17-55 f/2.8) kind of makes the XS feel like a toy.


So basically I'm looking for faster, more intuitive, reasonably sturdy, but not so expensive (or heavy) that I won't want to take it everywhere. Shooting video doens't really interest me.

[Colin]

Sounds like a 40d is perfect for you.


I used to wear a 70-200 f/2.8 IS on my Rebel XT. That was a hoot []