=={CAMERA QUESTION}==

[SumoNinja]

My brother has a Canon Rebel EOSXTI

He wants another one and will sell it to me for $350. He has the camera, lens, stand, memory card and bag. He paid over $1000 for everything.

I know $350 sounds good, and because it's me, he's selling it that cheap, but is that a good deal?

anyone know this particular camera and how good it is?

 

[phillydog1958]

it's a decent camera, especially for that price. plus, he's your brother. i hope you don't think he would take advantage of you.

 

[SumoNinja]

sorry if i came across that way, i know it's a good deal and he aint' taking advantage of me

i was just wondering if I can add a couple hundred dollars more and buy myself a brand new camera that's just as good?

 

[phillydog1958]

i just priced it on ebay and they have them priced at $350 to $380, used. you can add another $450 to it and get a new t1i from bestbuy. That's a bit newer and more up to date than the x1i. there also is a newer t2i, which is over $800.

 

[SumoNinja]

that's good information. thanks

do you know how long this model has been out? I guess I should take it. I'm not looking to spend close to $1000 on a camera. and maybe $350 is good enough for this one to do the job I need it to and is still a high quality camera

 

[phillydog1958]

i saw a review on the camera that you're considering. it was dated for 2006. the t21 is a late 2009 0r early 2010 model. i think the t1i is probably about 2 years old. try cnet.com and search out video and written reviews on all 3 models. you could also try youtube for video reviews on specific items, including electronics.

 

[Red Devil]

check what the going price for one on ebay.. that should give you some idea..