Canon T1i vs Nikon D90

East Bay Rider · Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 2:17 am Post subject: Canon T1i vs Nikon D90

My wife is "encouraging" me to finally get a camera and it will be a gift for Father's Day. I've decided I like the Canon T1i but then I started reading reviews and it's competition is the Nikon D90.
The only complaint about the Canon is that is still uses a penta mirror but the Nikon uses a prism. I don't yet understand the difference but I'll have this camera forever so I might as well try for "better" as long as it doesn't cost an arm and a leg.
The Cannon is approx. $899.00 and the D90 is over $1000.00 so that puts it out of range, unless you all know of a place where I can get it in the same price range as the Canon.
Is the mirror/prism a big deal? I really can't go any higher in price?
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uncle aj · Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 3:56 am Post subject:

One thing you need to keep in mind with a DSLR is that you will want extra lenses or other accessories and these cost money.

I don't know a lot about the Canon, apart from the reviews on the Net, on paper it sounds like a good buy. I know a couple of people who have D90's and one is thrilled to bits with his, the other less so. This is because some D90's have a tendency to lock up and the only way to reset the camera is to remove and refit the battery. The Canon may have faults but as I say, I don't know a lot about it. Now I'm a Nikon owner but fortunately I have an open mind and because of the D90's locking fault, I'd go for the Canon.

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East Bay Rider · Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 11:02 am Post subject:

Thanks, so is it your opinion that the mirror/prism is a non issue? Hate to not get the latest and greatest for similar price if I can help it.
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uncle aj · Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 11:09 am Post subject:

East Bay Rider · Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 2:10 pm Post subject:

First review, point 5

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-T1i-D..._txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1

Pretty nice camera. Thanks for the advice.
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uncle aj · Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 2:59 pm Post subject:

Tools · Posted: Fri Jun 05, 2009 7:23 am Post subject:

I think that either one of these cameras would make a fine choice..

You will find that SLR ownerws fall into two main camps...Canon and Nikon..

Generally, reviews will be slightly biased depending on which camp the reviewer is in, and which product he is reviewing..

For the most part, I use Canon equipment........It's never let me down or made me doubt my decision.

Once you start with a system, then you will generally stay with that manufacturer as there are always upgrades, new accessories, lenses, etc...
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uncle aj · Posted: Fri Jun 05, 2009 10:20 am Post subject:

Letsgodiving · Posted: Fri Jun 05, 2009 8:58 pm Post subject:

I would say you can't go wrong with either choice. I haven't really looked into it to any degree and maybe Larry or Adrian will have more information on this but it's my understanding that Nikon lenses tend to be more expensive than their Canon counter-parts. I have also read that Canon has a wider selection of lenses but I'm not sure if that is the case or not. Good luck.

East Bay Rider · Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2009 12:38 pm Post subject:

I've decided to get the Canon and I'm about to order it but also want to know which mini tripod you recommend? Are the mini tripods strong/stable enough for cameras of this size?
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uncle aj · Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2009 12:49 pm Post subject:

East Bay Rider · Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2009 1:09 pm Post subject:

I'm going to need to take this camera out and about as much as possible. I ride a motorcycle and have a bicycle path nearby. What kind of carrying bag do you use, and how would you recommend carrying this camera on a motorcycle/bicycle? I'm thinking backpack because they don't tossle around much but I'm open to other suggestions.
As always, thanks for the advice.
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uncle aj · Posted: Sun Jun 07, 2009 1:29 pm Post subject:

East Bay Rider · Posted: Mon Jun 08, 2009 12:48 am Post subject:

I looked at the mini trekker and the micro trekker on the Lowepro website and I like them as multi camera bags but nothing shows there use as a backpack. I'll need something multi-useful.
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I ordered the camera today. I've ordered the camera, an 8gb class 6 SD card, UV protection filter and 2 digital photography books.
Yup, pretty excited. I have an old Minolta SRT 101 that I used to carry everywhere but I haven't used it in many years. Looking forward to getting creative and recognising neat photo ops in ordinary things again.
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uncle aj · Posted: Mon Jun 08, 2009 2:17 am Post subject: