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08/15/2007 02:45:22 AM · #1 |
If you were to choose between these two cameras which one would you pick and why?
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08/15/2007 05:16:58 AM · #2 |
It would depend:
action, sports: 30D (frame rate)
if I want/need ruggedness: 30D (metal chassis)
if I like bigger body, screen, thumbwheel: 30D
otherwise, the 400D is cheaper, has dust removal, replacement is less imminent, and the sensor is comparable to the 30D.
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08/15/2007 05:27:46 AM · #3 |
I did have to make that choice and chose the 30D and am SO GLAD I did.
I'd had and LOVED my 300D until it unexpectedly died - I had to then choose from the 400D & 30D - as soon as I felt the 30D it was a no brainer.
Although very heavy (at first) and large (at first) for my little hands and fingers, the 'feel' of the 30D is DELICOUS to me.
In addition I felt I was ready to move UP in cameras - it was absolutely the right choice for me - I doubt even if I could afford it that I'd ever get a 5D, just too heavy and large for my hands.
My advice would be go 'feel' them both - it should be an easy decision then.
The 400D felt so small to me - I believe my 300D was larger (or perhaps it was perception).
Anyhow - I have absolutely NO regrets and am madly head over heels in LOVE with my 30D!
Hope this helps. |
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08/15/2007 05:40:06 AM · #4 |
Even for a Nikon user its a no brainer.. if money is not a problem the 30D is way better, better build, feel, speed. I held a 400D and sorry, it felt worse than a D40, way too small for my big ugly hands. I would even choose a 20D over the 400D, no offense to 400D users intended.
I'de get the grip too but I am used to big bulky cameras
Contax N
D2h
D200+grip
S5 pro+grip
so I say, if it feels good do it. the 400D is lighter and takes nice pictures, the technology is slightly newer.
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08/15/2007 05:43:38 AM · #5 |
Yes, the 400D is noticeably smaller than the 300D.
When I was 'shopping', I really wanted a smaller SLR. I had been very happy with my tiny FZ5. But now that I have my 400D with a 70-200 2.8 lens and a 550 flash on the way, I wonder why I ever cared about size of the body. :)
As for the 400D dust removal, don't let this sway your decision in any way. It's pretty much useless from everything I can tell. A quick blow with a blower will remove 99% of the dust, where the auto dust removal won't touch it. Olympus I believe have the only dust removal system that's actually more than 2% effective.
At the present time, I probably wouldn't buy a 30D new, but if you can get a 2nd hand deal, it might be worth it. If you're buying new, hang out for the 40D.
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08/15/2007 06:09:12 AM · #6 |
Originally posted by MAK:
Even for a Nikon user its a no brainer.. if money is not a problem the 30D is way better, better build, feel, speed. I held a 400D and sorry, it felt worse than a D40, way too small for my big ugly hands. I would even choose a 20D over the 400D, no offense to 400D users intended.
I'de get the grip too but I am used to big bulky cameras
Contax N
D2h
D200+grip
S5 pro+grip
so I say, if it feels good do it. the 400D is lighter and takes nice pictures, the technology is slightly newer. |
Agreed. 30D all the way. |
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08/15/2007 07:55:50 AM · #7 |
Between the two, get the 30D. When I was buying my Rebel XT I held the 30D... BIG MISTAKE! I absolutely fell in love with it. It feels very good in your hands. I think it has an all metal body on it that is just covered in plastic. I think this gives it a very solid feel. I still drool over them all the time ;)
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08/15/2007 08:05:39 AM · #8 |
| The 30D can get kind of heavy with a lens and a flash unit on it. But, it is so much faster than the XTi. Plus, I like the controls on the 30D better. |
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08/15/2007 08:10:23 AM · #9 |
Hi to all.
I currently have the 350d with a battery grip.
If I sell the camera and an 18-200 sigma lens I have on ebay I was hoping to get away with maybe a $300 change over for the 400D (body only currently $1,100).
If I sell the 350d plus 18-200 sigma lens and the battery grip (only about three months old and still under warranty) I was hoping to get away with maybe $500 change over for the 30d (body only currently $1,500).
Selling the battery grip as well narrows the gap a bit more for the 30d. But otherwise I could keep the battery grip and use it on the 400d. Have had a bit of a play with a 20d and it actually weighs less than my 350d with a battery grip (about 90g less). Whilst I love the battery grip for the portrait orientation I would not want one on a 30d as it would make it too heavy for me.
Which brings me to another question. Does everyone pay for extra warranty when they purchase their cameras? For the 400d it will be about $170, for the 30d about $240 (i think that's what the shop assistant quoted).
Think I am leaning towards the 30d if I go ahead with this.
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08/15/2007 08:12:12 AM · #10 |
| The thumbwheel is reason enough to get the 30D in my opinion. The wheel makes changing settings and especially autofocus points a snap. The camera as a whole has a very comfortable feel to it. But then, I just noticed you already have a Rebel, so you might be used to the controls and setup of it. Go to a store and try them both out for size and feel. |
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08/15/2007 08:13:06 AM · #11 |
i actually really like the size of the rebels. You put a short prime on it and it's no bigger than a point & shoot. Image quality is the same, and the rebels have plenty of features for me to be happy (now that they have AI Servo).
My plan is to stick with rebels until I can afford a full frame sensor. (edit to say: knowing myself pretty well, i'll most likely end up eating these words :)
Message edited by author 2007-08-15 09:44:28. |
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08/15/2007 08:22:35 AM · #12 |
| I love the shutter noise that 30D makes. I think it is even better than a D200. =p |
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08/15/2007 08:26:00 AM · #13 |
Hi Teletubbie,
One thing I like about the 30d is that you can use the joystick to change the focusing points.
On my 350d I had always been using the small wheel near the shutter button and have only just realised that you can use the four-way controller to move it with much more ease - left, right, up down, set for centre (don't know why I didn't know that before).
Message edited by author 2007-08-15 08:36:18. |
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08/15/2007 08:29:07 AM · #14 |
| I use the 350D for work but have also used a colleague's 30D and I would go the 30D in a heartbeat. |
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