clint 1 #1 July 5, 2006 Just wondering what camera is better quality. I know the XT is lighter and has 8 MP but is the 10D a better quality camera? What would you buy and why. Forget about the weight. I'm not using it for jumping that often but once in a while. =Clint MacBeth Skydive Moab 435 259 JUMP M.O.A.B. Mother Of All Boogies Sept 19 - 23, 2012 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 15 #2 July 5, 2006 how advanced of a photographer are you? If you are running in full manual most the time I'd say the XT since it is lighter for jumping when you want it. The 10D does have some more of the prolevel options on it then the XT but you'll probally never use them.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #3 July 5, 2006 QuoteThe 10D does have some more of the prolevel options You can also use the software hacks on the XT to get many of the 10D options not normally found on the XT and have the best of both worlds."It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratostar 5 #4 July 5, 2006 I had a 10d thought it was a good cam till it bounced,then I got a 20d to replace it, I find it to be way faster then the 10d and 8mp. If your going to get a 10d spend the extra cash and get the 20d, in the long run you'll be happy you did. It will run circles around the 10d or XT. IMHO ~you can't pay for kids schoolin' with love of skydiving! ~ Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
snafuhere 0 #5 July 5, 2006 Scott, isn't it about the original digital rebel (300d)? have you tried to use the 300d firmware in 350d? https://www.facebook.com/1skydive/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #6 July 5, 2006 QuoteScott, isn't it about the original digital rebel (300d)? have you tried to use the 300d firmware in 350d? Check out the link I provided, it covers 350d as well as 20d to 30d software hacks."It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
namgrunt 0 #7 July 6, 2006 WHY THE NIKON D 200 SILLY now let the flames begin with a sigma 10/20 lens ..59 YEARS,OVERWEIGHT,BALDIND,X-GRUNT LAST MIL. JUMP VIET-NAM(QUAN-TRI) www.dzmemories.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Laszloimage 0 #8 July 6, 2006 Clint, What's up? This is Laci from the Ranch. Dude the XT is the camera to jump. It has 8MP newer generation sensor vs. to the 10D's 6.3MP sensor. Also the XT has all the "PRO" features(pretty much same like the PRO models) what the Digital Rebel didn't have. The 20D or the 30D won't provide better image quality either, they just take more in the given time and they keep going longer as well (...I meant the burst mode) For good pictures you need a good lens and proper settings (mostly manual) ...and of course a good flash too. I recommend the XT and a nice piece of glass (Canon or Sigma 15mm f2.8 for wide angle skydiving photos) 15mm will provide a same view as 24mm on 35mm film. Good luck! -Laci- www.laszloimage.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyhy 0 #9 July 6, 2006 The 10d/20d are good quality cameras, very tough! But the rebel xt is much lighter and smaller and good enough for what we do! Question is, will you ever put your camera in a situation that a slightly more robust 10d/20d can handle but the rebel xt can't? I mean if you lose the camera in freefall or jump through massive rain both types of cameras will suffer! My advice: get a rebel XT and to make it last longer, cover it with tape that'll avoid scratching and protect it from moisture and keep the temperature steady. A good lens is the 16mm from Zenit, that's cheap as and takes nice pix. (get it on www.rugift.com) I've ditched my 10d for a rebel xt, deciding factor was speed (frames/sec), pixels and the weight! After a few reserve openings with a camera helmet you do appreciate every gram less on your head! And I haven't had any failure or problems with the XT so far (touch wood!) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmidgley 0 #10 July 6, 2006 Quote Check out the link I provided, it covers 350d as well as 20d to 30d software hacks. I'm sure there are no firmware hacks for post-300 models (Dig Rebel). If you read the entry that says "30D Firmware Hacked to Run on 20D!" you'll see it's a "wouldn't it be nice?" piece of speculation. There's nothing on the 350D. Regretfully John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #11 July 6, 2006 QuoteI'm sure there are no firmware hacks for post-300 models (Dig Rebel). If you read the entry that says "30D Firmware Hacked to Run on 20D!" Did I slip and say there might be a Wasia hack for the 30D firmware in the near future? Wasn't me QuoteThere's nothing on the 350D. I doubt you will find a 350 hack,however, most 300 hacks give many of the same features as a 350.Take a look at THIS link from that page for a comparrison."It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lummy 4 #12 July 10, 2006 QuoteYou can also use the software hacks on the XT That's the thing, the XT is the 350d and you said there were.... The 300d (Rebel) reenabled some stuff that was present on the 10d IIRCI promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. I promise not to TP Davis under canopy.. eat sushi, get smoochieTTK#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weegegirl 2 #13 July 11, 2006 What's up, Clint! I freakin love my XT. It rocks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSBDeath 2 #14 July 11, 2006 My XT is ON THE WAY!!!!!! Should be here tomorrow!! Already sold the 300, man that makes the XT about 1/2 Price ArvelBSBD...........Its all about Respect, USPA#-7062, FB-2197, Outlaw 499 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peej 0 #15 July 12, 2006 Sweet dude, you're gonna LOVE it! Advertisio Rodriguez / Sky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSBDeath 2 #16 July 12, 2006 Yea Baby!!! Let the Mega-Pixals Fly!!!BSBD...........Its all about Respect, USPA#-7062, FB-2197, Outlaw 499 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clint 1 #17 July 13, 2006 I found an XT for $375 body only. I have a Sigma 17-55 lens and a canon 28-105 lens. Sweet deal for the body. -Clint MacBeth Skydive Moab 435 259 JUMP M.O.A.B. Mother Of All Boogies Sept 19 - 23, 2012 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratostar 5 #18 July 14, 2006 Hell Yea! ~you can't pay for kids schoolin' with love of skydiving! ~ Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSBDeath 2 #19 July 14, 2006 That is a great deal!!! Was it a Re-furb?? Where did you find it???BSBD...........Its all about Respect, USPA#-7062, FB-2197, Outlaw 499 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clint 1 #20 July 14, 2006 Nope, brand new. I lied actually. It's $349 http://www.ccicameracity.com/canondrxt.html -Clint MacBeth Skydive Moab 435 259 JUMP M.O.A.B. Mother Of All Boogies Sept 19 - 23, 2012 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The111 0 #21 July 14, 2006 QuoteNope, brand new. I lied actually. It's $349 http://www.ccicameracity.com/canondrxt.html - Sigh... If the deal seems too good to be true, it probably is. Reseller ratings Hope you haven't paid yet...www.WingsuitPhotos.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 15 #22 July 14, 2006 BWHAHAHA... Sorry to laugh but when a price sounds too good to be true it usually is. Look here: http://www.resellerratings.com/seller1734.html for a review of the company you are looking to do business with. 6 Month rating of .75 and a lifetime rating of .66 on a 10 point scale. B&H on the other hand is a 9.51 over 6 months and 9.29 over its lifetime.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
