Canon 1000D vs Canon 550D

I am having trouble deciding which camera to get!!

I know that the 550D has about 8 more MP than the 1000D (and also HD Video, which I'm not fussed on) but am wondering if it's beneficial? (and worth spending a bit extra on)
I will be taking shots mainly of the kids and we live by the beach, so some scenery ones too. I won't be blowing any up gigantor size or anything. So am wondering if the 1000D will be fine with a 50mm macro lense to get some gorgeous shots?!

I am very open to all opinions, I am wanting to buy one in the next week. So hit me with the good and the bad ;)

Edit- This is my first DSLR, so anything will be an improvement on my ole point and shoot :)

I have the Cannon EOS 450D (no video) and I LOVE it. Canon's take beautiful photo's.

You need to go to a site called dprieview and do a comparison search on the two cameras.

Also these days megapixels mean hardly anything. It's important but don't choose a camera based on only that! You want better features such as increased ISO capabilities for photographing in low light conditions or more focal points etc :)

Thanks heaps for that site, just logged onto it now.

From what I have just seen in a quick google search, the 550D has a lot better features but I just don't know if the extra $$ is justified being a learner. Plus, I really have no idea about anything right now. I'm SUCH a beginner :lol:

My honest opinion...if you can afford the better camera then do it. So many times I hear of people buying a cheaper camera because they are a beginner and then upgrading it in 12 months because they become frustrated with it.

If you can see them IRL and hold and compare where the manual control are do it. Go to a camera store and ask where you change the ISO, aperture and shutterspeed!

Ok great, thanks Raven! I guess that is what I was looking for, a bit of a push :lol: The 550D is very much stretching the budget but from looking around this morning there are some pretty good deals. Will go and check them out tomorrow.

Also, there are a few twin lens kit deals around. A few people have told me that they really don't use the 2nd lens. So in your opinion Sam, do you think I should just stick with a 18-55 IS lens that generally comes with the camera and then getting a 50mm?

I am a beginner too (a very enthusiastic one!) and very new to the DSLR scene. I bought the best I could afford - but went on the advice that you should spend more on a good lens than the actual body, which led me to buying a 60D instead of the 7D I originally wanted.

The Canon 50mm f/1.8 is CHEAP ($100 online) so I would definitely recommend that one (if you look at my photography blog, every pic I've posted was taken with it) and just a good general purpose lens. I only have two lenses and would only buy a Macro as a third. I would agree that you wouldn't use the second lens in the kit.

If you can afford the 550D, the 50mm and a general purpose lens, then GO FOR IT! You won't be dissapointed with the results I promise! They are so much fun!

Also, don't hesitate to buy from ebay or online stores. It's so much cheaper!!

I bought the 450D and love it - my sis bought the 550D some months afterwards and it has a few more functions that I would have loved, like using the screen as a viewfinder like a point and shoot does. GL

I agree with Raven - You wont be a beginner forever!

I started with the most basic of DSLR's and am now looking to upgrade as its just so frustrating... just need the money to do so.

I'm a beginner with a 550d and I have the 50mm 1.8. You won't be disappointed with that combo. A 550d will be good to learn with, I can vouch for that. Then, as you get better, you upgrade your lenses.

My aim as I get better Is a 100mm macro, an 85mm prime and I 'think' 24 - 70mm zoom.... In the L series.... So more professional. THEN one day, I'm going to get myself the 5D mark ii or by the time I get it, the mark iii!

Good luck with it. Photography is fun!

Aimz - can you pm me your blog? I'd love to check out your pics.. I'm on my phone so can't check your sig! Don't worry, I'm not a crazy stalker!!! Lol


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I agree with buying online, I saved $300 on my last camera online.
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Oh my goodness BBB, I just looked at that site and it's unreal what I can get the 550D for!!! Will be checking it out!

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Oh my goodness BBB, I just looked at that site and it's unreal what I can get the 550D for!!!

Thanks so much, will definitely be ordering one from there tonight!

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I ordered a camera from them in May of this year and was SUPER happy with price, customer service, and speed of shipping.
I was hoping their prices might mean you could get the more expensive one that you wanted :) They have the 550D in a deal with 2 lens as well

Just checking it all out now and also googled reviews. Quite a few people were apprehensive about them but all ended up with an awesome outcome and super fast delivery.

I'm still in shock :o

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Just checking it all out now and also googled reviews. Quite a few people were apprehensive about them but all ended up with an awesome outcome and super fast delivery.

I'm still in shock :o

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HaHA! yeh I did the same because they were $$$ cheaper I was skeptical, but I did a lot of googling and was convinced, and everything worked out fantastic, hence why I don't hesitate in suggesting them. I wouldn't reccomend them unless I had personally experienced them :) xo

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I agree with buying online, I saved $300 on my last camera online.
I've had a great experience with e Global Digital Cameras Digital Cameras, Digital SLR Camera, Camcorder, Lenses & Digital Camera Accessories

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WOW! Their prices are incredible. From looking they only seem to have inhouse warranty though, not canon warranty. Is that right?

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HaHA! yeh I did the same because they were $$$ cheaper I was skeptical, but I did a lot of googling and was convinced, and everything worked out fantastic, hence why I don't hesitate in suggesting them. I wouldn't recommend them unless I had personally experienced them :) xo

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Ha ha! Not that I doubted you but I just couldn't believe it!

So... what else will I need to order?

I'm ordering the 50mm f/1.8 lens and it's my birthday next month so might get everyone to give me cash to buy another lens!

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