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03/12/2004 05:46:26 PM · #1 |
Hi-
I'm a newbie here and thinking about upgrading my digital camera to one of the Canon DSLR's, but I have a few questions I hope some of you can help me with before I decide which one to get.
1-How long or how many shots does a charge on your batteries typically last, and how long does it take to recharge them? (assuming little or no flash use)
2-I have read some of the comparisons in previous posts between the 300D and the 10D, but what are the differences between these and a used D60?
Thanks!
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03/12/2004 05:55:20 PM · #2 |
I have a Canon 10D and the charge takes 1 hour for a full charge. It was recommended to leave it in a little longer to keep the charge longer but I'm not certain that is true.
The battery lasts a good long time but I always have an extra one available just in case. The life of the battery depends on if you take flash shots or all just outside. Also if your camera is uploading without a card reader that uses up battery power also (but you can always throw it in the charger for an hour). I would say that I get at least 300 pictures from one battery (if not more) and that is on fine setting.
I don't know much about the difference of the 300D and the 10D except that the body on the 300D is much lighter. I bought the 10D before the 300D came out and once I do that I don't like looking at other comparisons (in case I get pissed off that I spent all that money --lol).
I'm sure there are differences between the D60 and the 10D but I don't know them either. Do a search on here for everyone with a D60 and ask a few of them.
Good luck with whatever you buy. |
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03/12/2004 05:57:11 PM · #3 |
I have a D60 and I can shoot about 250+ (sometimes 330) shots on a single battery. Thats about all day.
Takes about 2 hours or less to fully charge a battery, but I have 2 so I never run out of battery power.
A used D60 in good condition may be well worth it, but you may like some of the additional features the 10D has over the D60.
James
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03/12/2004 05:59:19 PM · #4 |
Another question... can you use other digital batteries on the 300D or do you have to use the one's it came with?
For instance, I bought extra AA batteries for my c5050 & they are great & last a really long time & take only an hour to recharge. Can I use these?
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03/12/2004 06:35:25 PM · #5 |
Originally posted by Rooster:
Another question... can you use other digital batteries on the 300D or do you have to use the one's it came with?
For instance, I bought extra AA batteries for my c5050 & they are great & last a really long time & take only an hour to recharge. Can I use these? |
The 300D comes with it's own battery, it's a specialized flat type battery almost like a cell phone battery. Don't think it can be used on any other camera. |
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03/12/2004 06:40:26 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by sailracer_98:
Hi-
I'm a newbie here and thinking about upgrading my digital camera to one of the Canon DSLR's, but I have a few questions I hope some of you can help me with before I decide which one to get.
1-How long or how many shots does a charge on your batteries typically last, and how long does it take to recharge them? (assuming little or no flash use)
2-I have read some of the comparisons in previous posts between the 300D and the 10D, but what are the differences between these and a used D60?
Thanks!
-Ryan |
You'll be blown away by how many shots you can take, I have taken way over 400 before needing to recharge. With my other cameras I would get very frustrated with how few shots it took to burn out the batteries, with my 300D I find myself wondering if they will ever drain. |
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03/12/2004 06:45:08 PM · #7 |
| Rooster, Sailracer- you can find all the info you need from one of the many online reviews of the Digital Rebel. |
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03/12/2004 09:01:11 PM · #8 |
Thanks to all for the responses. The link to those reviews are especially helpful.
-Ryan |
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03/12/2004 09:29:57 PM · #9 |
Originally posted by Paige:
The 300D comes with it's own battery, it's a specialized flat type battery almost like a cell phone battery. Don't think it can be used on any other camera. |
That's true, but you can also buy a spare battery. I bought a third party battery made for the 10D, but not by Canon. It was about 40% cheaper and lasts longer -- I think. They both last such a long time -- 400+ shots, I lose track.
Of course I never hook the camera to the computer -- always remove the memory cards for download to the computer and I always use an external flash, if I use a flash at all.
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03/12/2004 10:17:56 PM · #10 |
I can last almost all day on a battery... I am still surprised at the battery life I get out of it. I do keep a spare battery with me, but have only had to resort to using it a few times. Charge takes about an hour, maybe a little more.
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03/12/2004 10:29:27 PM · #11 |
1) about 500 pics (from the manuel). Don't worry about battery life.
2) not a whole big difference.
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03/12/2004 10:35:23 PM · #12 |
| Just one more thought. Don't rely on the battery indicator on the camera to help you. I agree that the battery gives great service but when the indicator drops below full, run for a backup as you are about done. |
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03/12/2004 10:38:31 PM · #13 |
300 D is the best toy in my life :-)
Now I need 400 mm F2.8 :-0 |
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03/12/2004 10:50:40 PM · #14 |
1) I didn't count, but I would say about 500+ shots. Prolly less if you use the built-in flash a lot. You should just buy the 420EX or the 550EX though. The B/I flash sucks unless it's just for a bit of fill.
2)I hear the AF was greatly improved in the 10D over what was in the D60, but I have no 1st hand knowledge.
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03/13/2004 01:30:33 AM · #15 |
Originally posted by Spazmo99:
2)I hear the AF was greatly improved in the 10D over what was in the D60, but I have no 1st hand knowledge. |
The D60 has only 3 AF points, which sort of puts it in the same league as the Elan II film series; mind you, none of the Canon dslrs measure up to the usability of their film bodies. If you've used a more sophisticated AF matrix system, you might find this shortcoming slightly annoying; the 7-point system of the 10D/300D is quite a big difference.
Depending on which source you're willing to trust, there are those who believe the D60's AF is more accurate than the 10D/300D. However, the 10D/300D's AF is (much?) faster and works better in low contrast situations.
Also, the 10D/300D probably handles high-ISO noise better than the D60 (ISO 400 is borderline usable on the D60).
Personally, I'd love to see the next generation foveon sensor (if one ever comes!) in a canon body. |
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03/13/2004 02:20:38 AM · #16 |
| i bought the grip for the 300d and in the manual it says without flash and 2 fully charged batteries you can take aprox 1400 shots, it does last a long time |
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