The Canon Rebel T3i takes the consumer level dSLR a couple steps closer to the mid-level Canon 60D with the addition of the rotating rear LCD screen, remote flash firing, and in-camera processing features. If you are considering the Rebel T3i vs T2i, the Rebel T3i is replacing the T2i. Since both cameras share the same 18 megapixel sensor and Digic 4 processor, both the T2i and T3i will create images with exactly the same image quality, produce the same low light/ high ISO performance, shoot at 3.7 frames per second, and have nearly the same size and build quality. The other major difference is the ability of the T3i to remotely control multiple off-camera flashes. Some other minor additions to the T3i include the Scene Intelligent Auto Mode, which is a feature borrowed from point and shoot cameras. When in Auto mode, the T3i will make a determination of what type of scene you are shooting - close-up, portrait, landscape, etc. - and automatically configure the camera settings accordingly. Canon Rebel T3i vs. 60D vs. 7D
Sensor and Image Quality: All three cameras share a very similar sensor and 18 megapixels, and so their image quality will be virtually the same. Exposure Metering: The three cameras all share the latest 63-zone, dual-layer exposure metering system and 4 metering modes. Autofocus: The T3i shares a similar autofocus system to the 60D, with 9 focus points and three auto focusing modes. Controls: As with construction, the buttons and controls vary with these cameras. Unlike the T3i, the 60D and 7D have nearly every control an advanced photographer needs on the exterior of the camera and they also have the top LCD panel and rear Quick Control Dial that are not on the T3i. With all the cameras, any controls can also be easily accessed with the Q Button and Q Menu or in the other menus on the rear LCD monitor. If you plan on using your camera on Auto or Program most of the time, then the controls of the T3i are more than sufficient for your needs. Menus and Custom Functions: These allow for greater control over customizing how the camera functions.
Wireless Flash: Like the 7D and 60D, the T3i incorporates wireless flash triggering. This allows you to trigger multiple off camera flashes at different output levels. The T2i does not have this feature.
Articulating LCD Screen: The big new feature that the 60D and T3i have that the 7D and T2i do not is the articulating rear LCD screen. Viewfinder: The T3i has a pentamirror viewfinder with 95% coverage of the actual resulting image. Processor: The T3i shares the same Digic 4 processor as the 60D. Continuous Shooting Speed: The T3i can shoot 3.7 frames per second. If not, don't be swayed by this excessive feature.
Memory Card: The T3i and 60D use the SD memory card. AF Microadjustment: The 7D has this feature, the 60D and T3i and T2i do not. A nice touch.
The T3i has the digital zoom feature in video, which allows for nice smooth zooms while filming.
Flash Sync: the 60D and T3i do not have a PC sync flash socket to plug in PC sync cords for off camera flash use. While any dSLR takes some care and consideration, I've found the T3i has been an excellent camera for me and I've been quite pleased with it.
* BEAUTIFUL PICTURES: This kind of goes without saying at this tier of camera, but the pictures are just amazing quality. * BEAUTIFUL VIDEO: This is the nice new feature of the t3i. * EYE-FI COMPATIBLE: WOW. * BATTERY LIFE (for common use): So far, the battery we bought for the camera lasts very well during normal photo-taking. I'm quickly adjusting, but if you're not totally committed to learning to use and love the dSLR, you may want to stick to really good point-and-shoot camera if you're a busy parent.
* BATTERY LIFE (when uploading pics via eye-fi): Uploading pictures by eye-fi seems to eat the battery alive. If it's only a few pics, they upload and the camera shuts itself off. But if it's a bunch of pics (and when the weather's nice and the lighting's good, I take a lot of pics), the camera requires a battery recharge just to finish uploading my pictures.
* MANUAL-MODE GOOFS: Some of my manual mode forays have been less than stellar. I've learned to take pics in auto-mode first before experimenting too much. If anything, I've come to adore this camera even more than I did when we first got it. GOT BETTER:
Battery Woes: We invested in an A/C adapter for the camera and now no longer eat the battery alive when leaving the camera to upload pictures via the Eye-Fi connection. I invested in a LowePro FastPack 250 and it works nicely as a diaper-bag/day bag/camera bag. SAME: Awesome camera all around. There have been quite a few times I think, "Oh, where's the camera?
Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18 MP CMOS Digital SLR Specifications
Product Features
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18.0 MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor for high image quality and speed
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ISO 100 - 6400 for shooting from bright to dim light
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Vari-angle 3.0-inch Clear View LCD monitor (3:2) for shooting at high or low angles and 1,040,000-dot VGA with reflection reduction
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Video Snapshot features for enhanced video shooting options
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Comes with camera body, EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Type II lens, eyecup, wide strap, USB cable, AV cable, battery, and charger
Technical Details
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Type: Digital, AF/AE single-lens reflex, camera with built-in flash
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Recording Media: SD/SDHC/SDXC card, via external media (USB v.2.0 hard drive, or via Wireless LAN (Eye-Fi card*))
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Image Format: 22.3 x 14.9 mm (APS-C size)
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Compatible Lenses: Canon EF lenses including EF-S lenses (35mm-equivalent focal length is approx.1.6x the lens focal length)
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Lens Mount: Canon EF mount
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Total Pixels: Total pixels: Approx. 18.70 megapixels
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Aspect Ratio: 3:2 (Horizontal : Vertical)
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Color Filter System: RGB primary color filters
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Low Pass Filter: Fixed position in front of the CMOS sensor
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Dust Deletion Feature: Automatic Sensor Cleaning, Dust Delete Data appended to the captured image, Manual cleaning of sensor
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Recording Format: Design rule for Camera File System 2.0 and 2.30
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File Size: Large: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5,184 x 3,456), Medium: Approx. 8.00 Megapixels (3,456 x 2,304), Small: Approx. 4.50 Megapixels (2,592 x 1,728), S2: Approx. 2.50 Megapixels (1,920 x 1,280), S3:
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Approx. 0.35 Megapixels (720 x 480), RAW: Approx. 17.90 Megapixels (5,184 x 3,456)
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Recording Functions: Images record directly to the SD card.
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File Numbering: Consecutive numbering, auto reset, manual reset.
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Settings: Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Custom
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Auto White Balance: Auto white balance with the image sensor
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Coverage: Vertical/Horizontal approx. 95% (TD)
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Magnification: Approx. 0.85x / 23.8° (with 50mm lens at infinity, -1 m-1 (dpt))
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Type: Eye-level SLR (with fixed pentamirror)
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Eye Point: Approx. 19 mm (At -1m-1 from the eyepiece lens center)
Canon EOS Rebel T3i 18 MP CMOS Digital SLR Video
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