600d/700d owners advice please

[richyrich_one]

Hi

Looking at a new 700d with 18-55 stm lens for 375 delivered. I was originally looking at a 600d second hand but at this price it seems amazing value.

I would get it baader modified later. Are these any good for AP?

I would like to use the video mode for planets as well but seen stuff about the video zoom mode not being any good.

I would really appreciate some advice.

Many thanks

[richyrich_one]

Nobody here owns a 600 or 700d?

[Alien 13]

I got the 650D so im in both camps.

I am very happy with the camera it has very good noise performance has the flip out touch screen uses the digic 5 processor but has no video crop mode although is great for normal video use i expect it is a mix of the 600D and 700D.

Alan

[richyrich_one]

I got the 650D so im in both camps.

Alan

Thanks Alan

What made you choose the 650d  may I ask?

[Alien 13]

I originally bought it for its video performance, full HD with stereo sound recording but i knew it had good low noise too and i wanted a flip screen.

Alan

[happy-kat]

I went for the cheaper 1100d.

I gather the 600d is pretty popular but avoid the 650d can't recall why now but read a comment on here, is the 700d worth the price difference over the 600d that is not my dilema.

Here is a link which might be of use.

http://stargazerslounge.com/topic/197023-cannon-eos-700d/?fromsearch=1

[richyrich_one]

I went for the cheaper 1100d.

I gather the 600d is pretty popular but avoid the 650d can't recall why now but read a comment on here, is the 700d worth the price difference over the 600d that is not my dilema.

Here is a link which might be of use.

http://stargazerslounge.com/topic/197023-cannon-eos-700d/?fromsearch=1

Thanks, I did come across that thread, read it again now.

Seems like the 700d will do the all important 3x movie crop mode with magic lantern.

The 700d I am looking at is a grey import so it appears, with a UK warranty apparently, although if I get it modified that would be academic any way.

http://www.portusdigital.com/canon-700d-dslr-camera-18-55mm-is-ii-lens.html

[Alien 13]

I did find this review but it doesnt include the 700D unless there is a newer one http://dslrmodifications.com/T4iReview/T4iReview.html I do feel that you would be happy with 700D though.

Alan

[happy-kat]

I guess the 650 comment I had read was because of the removal of video crop mode

[Alien 13]

I guess the 650 comment I had read was because of the removal of video crop mode

I think the phase detect AF points on the sensor chip of the 650D do subtract from its potential noise performance so any advantage it has is very marginal.

Alan

[richyrich_one]

Thanks for your comments, appreciated.

I think I'm going to go for a 600d with lens, looks like the grey import has a few potential issues(possible import tax etc) so best to steer clear I think.

At least the 600d is UK stock, best I can find is 319 delivered, and it is supported by a stable version of magic lantern as opposed to a nightly build for the 700d. 

Would the DIGIC 5 make that much difference? I don't know.

These decisions are agonizing...

[Alien 13]

Im sure you will be happy with the 600D its a great camera and the Kit lens is a good performer too.

Alan

[Ludd]

V happy with my 600D so far, I paid 299 for a nearly new body with the nice 18-55mm STM lens - mine was from LCE, but I think Park Cameras may have some stock as well.

[richyrich_one]

V happy with my 600D so far, I paid 299 for a nearly new body with the nice 18-55mm STM lens - mine was from LCE, but I think Park Cameras may have some stock as well.

Park Cameras don't have anything.

Took me a while to work out what LCE meant...We have one in Salisbury I might have a look. Didn't think of them to be honest,

[MND]

You can pick up real bargains on fleabay if you are after a 600D. Mine was almost mint, came with manfrotto tripod, bag and kit lens plus spare battery and mem card for £200

[richyrich_one]

You can pick up real bargains on fleabay if you are after a 600D. Mine was almost mint, came with manfrotto tripod, bag and kit lens plus spare battery and mem card for £200

Wow. That was a good deal.

I've been watching loads go for 300 or more.

Managed to get one for 250 in the end.

Now for a coma corrector.