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Canon EOS Rebel T3 Digital SLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens (discontinued by manufacturer)
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Brand | Canon |
Model Name | Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 12 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Partial |
Exposure Control Type | manual /automatic |
Form Factor | Compact SLR |
About this item
- 12MP APS-C CMOS sensor
- Up to 3 frames per second continuous shooting
- 9-point AF system
- ISO 100-6400 / 720p HD video recording / 2.7-inch LCD with 230,000 dots / Eye-fi wireless SD card compatible menu options
- Basic+ control menu
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Picture quality | 4.4 | 4.7 | — | 4.7 | 5.0 | — |
Image stabilization | 4.2 | 5.0 | — | 4.8 | 4.8 | — |
Auto focus | 4.1 | 5.0 | — | 4.9 | 4.6 | — |
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display type | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
display size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches | 3 inches | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
lens type | zoom | — | Telephoto | Zoom | Telephoto | Telephoto |
zoom type | Optical | — | Optical Zoom | Optical Zoom | Digital Zoom | — |
shooting modes | Automatic, Shutter Priority, Easy, Movie, Sports, Manual, Macro | Automatic | Manual | Automatic | Automatic | — |
connectivity tech | HDMI, USB | HDMI | wired, wireless | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi | HDMI, USB |
video resolution | HD 720p | 1080p | FHD 1080p | 1080p | 1080p | HD 720p |
optical zoom | 3.1 multiplier x | 3 multiplier x | 5 multiplier x | 3 multiplier x | 0 multiplier x | — |
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Auto Focus Technology | Phase Detection, Selective single-point, Face Detection, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection |
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Display Resolution Maximum | 230,000 |
Photo Sensor Size | APS-C |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 12 MP |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 12 MP |
White balance settings | Auto, Daylight, Flash torch |
Self Timer Duration | 10 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Basic, Fine, Normal |
Camera Flash | Built-In |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Flash Sync Speed | 1/200_sec |
Supported Image Format | MOV (H.264, linear PCM), RAW, JPEG, RAW + JPEG |
Video Capture Format | AVC |
Video Capture Resolution | HD 720p |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.8x |
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Viewfinder Type | Optical |
Screen Size | 2.7 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
Model Name | Canon EOS Rebel T3 |
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Brand | Canon |
Model Number | 5157B003 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #171,585 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #260 in DSLR Cameras |
ASIN | B004J3Y9U6 |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Battery Charger, Tripod, Battery, Eyecup, Instruction Manual |
Specification Met | No |
Assembly Required | No |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Processor Description | Digic 4 |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.12 x 3.07 x 3.94 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.1 Pounds |
Warranty & Support
Feedback
Lens Type | zoom |
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Optical Zoom | 3.1 x |
Digital Zoom | 10.00 |
Maximum Aperture | 3.5 f |
Minimum Aperture | 5.6 |
Zoom Type | Optical |
Autofocus Points | 9 |
Camera Lens Description | EF-S IS type II lens |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF-S, Canon EF |
Focus Type | Automatic with Manual |
Maximum Focal Length | 55 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 18 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 6400 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 100 |
Max Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 30 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | manual /automatic |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Partial |
Shooting Modes | Movie, Easy, Macro, Manual, Automatic, Shutter Priority, Sports |
Flash Memory Installed Size | 32 |
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Batteries Required? | Yes |
Number of Batteries | Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 40 Grams |
Battery Life | 700 Photos |
Removable Memory | Secure Digital Card |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Digital Scene Transition | True |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 3.7 |
Wireless Communication Technology | EyeFi |
Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Memory Slots Available | 1 |
Memory Storage Capacity | 8 GB |
Special Feature | TFT-LCD with 230K dots, approximately 99% coverage, 7 adjustable brightness levels and a 170° viewing angle |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
Supported Audio Format | MOV (H.264, linear PCM), RAW, JPEG, RAW + JPEG |
Form Factor | Compact SLR |
Hardware Interface | USB, SDHC, SDXC |
Audio Recording | No |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Product Description
Product Description
The Canon 5157B002 includes the EOS Rebel T3 Digital SLR Camera and the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS type II Lens. This camera and lens is perfect for photographers ready to make the move to digital SLR photography. The EOS Rebel T3 delivers beautiful photos and video, speed, simplicity and fun. It features a 12.2 Megapixel CMOS Image Sensor and Canon DIGIC 4 Image Processor for richly detailed images and quick camera response. It has Canon's amazing 63-zone, dual-layer metering for accurate exposures and features Canon's Basic+ function, HD video recording and Live View shooting, plus a convenient in-camera Feature Guide.
From the Manufacturer
New Technology for Outstanding Images.
12.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor for high image quality and speed.
Canon’s CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) sensor captures images with exceptional clarity and tonal range, and offers the most pixels in its class. It offers many of the same new technologies to maximize each pixel’s light gathering efficiency that were first seen with the professional EOS-1D Mark III model. It’s an APS-C size sensor (22.2 x 14.8mm), and there's an effective 1.6x increase in the lens's marked focal length when attached.
12.2 Megapixel APS-C Size CMOS Sensor
DIGIC 4 Image Processor
The improved DIGIC 4 Image Processor ensures that images are captured, processed and saved with remarkable speed. The EOS Rebel T3 DSLR’s new 3:2 multiple aspect ratio, in-camera RAW image processing, creative filters, image resizing and provided S2 and S3 image-recording quality are all possible thanks to the DIGIC 4 Image Processor. With dazzling results, the new DIGIC 4 Image Processor also works to capture and process data of images shot at 12.2 Megapixels at 3.0 fps, as well as 14-bit signal processing for excellent image gradation, enhanced Face Detection Live mode, Full HD video recording, Auto Lighting Optimizer and Lens Peripheral Optimization.
Excellence from Dawn to Dusk.
ISO 100 – 6400 for shooting from bright to dim light.
With a broad range of ISO settings, the EOS Rebel T3 enables shooting from sunrise to sunset and helps ensure capture of the finest detail. With enhanced high-sensitivity optimization, subjects can be captured clearly and easily at high shutter speeds without flash, with minimized blur and noise. In bright scenes, especially long exposures in daylight, optimal exposure can be achieved with a fully open wide-diameter lens, no dark filter needed.
High Definition Made Easy.
Improved EOS HD Movie mode with expanded recording [HD: 30p (29.97) / 25p], and with in-camera video editing options.
The EOS Rebel T3 DSLR’s expanded repertoire of technologies includes shooting video in brilliantly clear, exactingly sharp high definition for playback on your HDTV! Shooting at 1280 x 720 at 30 (29.97) or 25 frames per second, HD video can be taken immediately through the EOS Rebel T3 camera’s intuitive operation and layout. Parameters for white balance and picture style are already set — just grab and go!
Incredible AutoFocus.High speed, reliable 9-point AF system utilizing a high precision, f/5.6 cross-type center point.
The EOS Rebel T3 has a high-precision, 9-point AF system utilizing a high-precision, f/5.6 cross-type center point. The 9-point AF system uses both normal and high-precision focus depending on the aperture and available light. The 9 focus points can be chosen automatically or manually selected.
9-point AF
Accurate Metering for Perfect Exposure.
Enhanced metering with a 63-zone, Dual-layer metering system for accurate metering between exposures.
The EOS Rebel T3 features Canon’s newest Dual-layer sensor, with 63 zones. By measuring not only the amount of light, but also taking into account color and luminosity, this new system delivers a very high level of accuracy for better results every time. Since the metering sensor has a color measurement function, exposure errors and focus errors caused by different light sources are minimized; the EOS Rebel T3 gives stable exposure from shot to shot in situations where light changes, such as sports on a cloudy day, or indoor holiday scenes.
Metering zones
Speedy, Precise Operation.
3.0 fps continuous shooting up to approximately 3 JPEGs or approximately 2 RAW.
The EOS Rebel T3 operates with such effortless speed that operation is nothing short of intuitive. With instant startup times, speedy autofocus and minimal shutter lag, the EOS Rebel T3 is one of the fastest cameras available today. It can shoot up to 3.0 fps (frames per second), in bursts of up to approximately 3 JPEGs or 2 RAW files, so you won’t miss a shot.
3.0 fps Continuous Shooting
See the Image on a Large LCD with Live View Function.
2.7-inch wide TFT LCD monitor (230,000 dots) with Live View function for improved viewing.
The EOS Rebel T3 has a huge, bright 2.7-inch TFT (thin film transistor) LCD monitor with 230,000 pixels and a viewing angle of 170°. It’s perfect for Live View composition or viewing camera settings like AF, ISO, Metering, AF Point selection and flash options. And the maximum brightness of the EOS Rebel T3 DSLR’s LCD monitor is about 30% greater than its predecessor, which is a big benefit when you’re using the camera in bright sunlight.
Live View Function
Live View Function enables you to view your subjects directly on the huge 2.7-inch LCD monitor. It’s easy to magnify any part of the scene 5x or 10x for precise manual focus. And now, there are two ways to use Autofocus along with Live View Function in the EOS Rebel T3. You can even choose a grid overlay, perfect for keeping straight lines in your subject straight in your pictures. In the studio, Live View Function can be used remotely via a computer through the EOS Rebel T3 DSLR’s USB connection.
Make Your Images As You See Them.
Express your creativity with ease using advanced imaging features like the new Basic+ function, Quick Setting function and Creative Auto.
Basic+ is a new creative imaging feature that makes it easy to create the image effects you want. It can be set with the Quick Control screen in Basic Zone modes. Basic+ provides two options:
Shoot by ambience selection:
Based on the Picture Style and its parameters (sharpness, contrast, saturation, and color tone), the exposure compensation and white balance correction are adjusted to attain the selected ambience. You can also select the strength of the ambience effect.
Shoot by lighting or scene type:
Although the actual parameter set is the white balance, the settings are expressed in more understandable terms.
The EOS Rebel T3 DSLR’s Quick Control screen gives you instant access to the most common settings, all in one place! It’s a great way to quickly confirm or change settings while you’re shooting. The Quick Control screen is particularly useful when you’re shooting from a tripod or monopod, with the camera at eye level, because it eliminates the need to view the LCD data panel on top of the camera while changing settings.
For beginners looking to expand their photographic horizons, the EOS Rebel T3 offers Creative Auto mode. While basic settings are based on full automatic operation, shooting guides on the LCD screen enable you to make corrections based on simple to follow guidelines. In essence, with Creative Auto mode, you can learn about photography while taking stunning photographs.
Photography Made Truly Easy.
New Feature Guide offers short descriptions of each function and Quick Control screen for easy operation.
The Canon EOS Rebel T3 DSLR demystifies great photography by including an in-camera Feature Guide. Appearing on the camera’s LCD, the Feature Guide displays a simple description or advice for the respective function. It is displayed in each shooting mode, during Mode Dial operations, and for Quick Control screen functions (during normal shooting, Live View shooting, movie shooting, and playback). The Feature Guide appears automatically during Mode Dial operations and when a function is selected on the Quick Control screen.
Speedy, Wireless Image Capture and Transmission.
Compatibility with SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards.
The EOS Rebel T3 uses popular SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards. Compact, inexpensive and available in increasingly large capacities, SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards are a perfect complement to the EOS Rebel T3 DSLR’s compact and lightweight body design.
Additionally, the EOS Rebel T3 is compatible with Eye-Fi* SD cards, which are outfitted with a Wi-Fi transmitter (IEEE 802.11b/g) and internal antenna for wireless, high-speed transfer of images. With an Eye-Fi card installed, the EOS Rebel T3 can display the Eye-Fi’s connection status and error notes with ease, for fully functional wireless uploading of images directly from the camera.
*Canon cameras are not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions, including wireless transfer. In case of an issue with the Eye-Fi card, please consult with the card manufacturer. The use of Eye-Fi cards may not be available outside the United States and Canada; please contact the card manufacturer for territory availability.
Shooting Made Easy
Compatible with the full line of Canon EF and EF-S lenses.
EF & EF-S Lenses
The EOS Rebel T3 is compatible with all Canon lenses in the EF and EF-S lineup, ranging from ultra-wide angle to super telephoto lenses. Canon lenses employ advanced optical expertise and micron-precision engineering to deliver unprecedented performance in all facets of the photographic process. Special optical technologies, such as Aspherical, ultra-low dispersion, or fluorite elements are featured in the universally acclaimed L Series lenses, and Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer technology are featured in select lenses to minimize the effect of camera shake. Through Canon lenses, photographers can truly maximize the quality and liberating performance of the EOS Rebel T3.
What's In The Box
· EOS Rebel T3 Body
· EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Type II Lens
· Eyecup EF
· Wide Strap EW-200DB
· Interface Cable IFC-130U
· Battery Pack LP-E10
· Battery Charger LC-E10
· EOS Digital Solution Disk and Instruction Manuals “Great photography is Easy “Booklet and “Do More with Macro “Booklet
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Customers like the picture quality, quality and ease of use of the camera. They mention that it's a good first DSLR, easy to learn and navigate the menu. They appreciate the value for money, saying that it’s able to take great pictures and videos at a reasonable price. Customers also mention that the performance of the product is great.
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Customers are satisfied with the picture quality of the camera. They mention that it takes great pictures and videos. Some say that the default settings for the camera make amazing pictures. The camera can also take decent manual shots and can take over 300 pictures on its battery. It has good low light performance and includes a CD with good photo editing tools.
"...I haven't found this to be much of a loss. 3 shots a second is adequate. It doesn't have a built in GPS...." Read more
"...The package includes a CD with some *very* good photo editing tools that let you download pix from the camera and then edit your collections...." Read more
"...and can take quite decent manual shots (I hardly ever use the preset functions anymore), all in part due to the user-friendliness of all the..." Read more
"...With the included lens, I was almost immediately able to take the best pictures I've ever taken of my dog, my cats, my girlfriend, and anything I..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They mention that it is a good first DSLR, has professional quality, and is able to produce high-quality images. Some are also pleased with the movie quality. Overall, customers find the camera to be reliable and well-built.
"...By the ways, I found the kit lens very usable and I am able to get great shots with it...." Read more
"...Great stuff, very useful if you like to Play with Pix on Computer -- as is very popular these days!!..." Read more
"...This is a very powerful camera, and I do not regret for one instance not paying for the T3i or the T4/T4i, especially with this being my first..." Read more
"...though this camera was released back in early 2011, it still is a wonderful and simple camera to use which delivers excellent image quality under..." Read more
Customers find the digital camera easy to use. They say it's easy to learn, navigate the menu, and use settings. Customers also appreciate the clear and concise instruction book and the simple controls. They mention that the built-in guide tells them what each setting is.
"...The T3 is easy to learn even if you don't have an extensive background in ISO, F-stop, and shutter speeds...." Read more
"This is my first DSLR. I must say that it is so user friendly!..." Read more
"...The Rebel T3 may not be the sexiest camera around but it is a simple, enjoyable camera to shoot with that delivers nice results with minimum effort..." Read more
"...The menues are easy to navigate, buttons are comfortable. I use it with a speedlight, works great...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the digital camera. They say it's well worth the high cost, an affordable intro to DSLR tech, and a great low cost setup with professional quality. Customers also mention that the body alone is a fantastic investment and the lens does great once you learn how to utilize it. Overall, customers recommend the product as a very good buy.
"...and the Lowepro SlingShot 102 AW camera case, a very very good buy and highly recommended...." Read more
"...At its current price, it is a great value and I highly reccomend it...." Read more
"...you are like me and don't have oodles of money, this is a great camera at a great price. The kits lens is fine, not great...." Read more
"...In summary:Is it a good camera for the $$: Yes, 4/5*..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the camera. They say that the lens and sensor work well, and the camera functions fine. Some customers also mention that the camera takes great portraits and works well just with full auto mode. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and quality of the product.
"...shots outside when the temperature was below zero, and the camera functioned fine. It could take it as long as I could take it...." Read more
"...it is a simple, enjoyable camera to shoot with that delivers nice results with minimum effort and it appeals to a broad range of folks from DSLR..." Read more
"...screen - Mostly Bells & Whistles here, but reviews state it's very functional & intuitive...." Read more
"...The sensor works well and there are more adjustments available than you will likely know what to do with...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the digital camera. They say that it is easier to handle, it doesn't look or feel cheap, and has the right amount of weight. Some mention that the camera is not very heavy and not too bulky.
"...Being lighter is a good thing. I don't think the camera looks or feels cheap...." Read more
"...But construction on this camera is very tight. The plastic is light-weight but its not flimsy like you would expect...." Read more
"...3. Light weight: Its also very light and won't cause any trouble even after a whole day of shooting/wearing this on your neck...." Read more
"...The body is light compared to higher models of course but really, it is well built and GOOD ENOUGH...." Read more
Customers like the features of the digital camera. They say it offers wonderful features, an impressive range of functionality, and many capabilities. They also love all the options it has and say it's easy to use and understand. Customers also say the menus in the camera are good at giving descriptions of the features. Overall, customers are happy with the features and functionality of the product.
"...Great stuff, very useful if you like to Play with Pix on Computer -- as is very popular these days!!..." Read more
"...I've been loving all the options it has, especially compared to my old Canon point-and-shoot - and the more you experiment with it, the more fun you..." Read more
"...sturdy (considering it is mostly plastic), and has plenty of options to keep you busy...." Read more
"...It seems very high quality and well constructed, with a substantial set of useful features...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the auto focus of the camera. Some mention that the pictures are clear, in focus, and the colors are great. They also say that the autofocus helps get a sharpness you can't even really perceive while taking pictures. However, other customers say that it can take a long time to work, there's no real autofocus on video, and that the shutter is slower when the display screen is on.
"...The auto-focus is also a little slow...." Read more
"...Close focus capability is included. This is an excellent lens to start out with...." Read more
"...If you are using Live View with this camera focus is impossible. Live View (using the screen on the back) is more for macro (bug) and food shots...." Read more
"...This feature really helps get a sharpness you can't even really perceive while you're shooting, only when reviewing photos later...." Read more
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I owned a Minolta SLR, completely manual, from around 1975 till I traded it in for my first digital camera around the late 1990s. I should have kept the SLR longer but I jumped into digital too early and the first camera was expensive and really not very good. My second digital camera was about the same money but much better. The Rebel T3 has met and exceeded my expectations. I truly enjoy every aspect of using it.
Really the first thing I noticed was how well this camera fit my hands. I have about average man sized hands and the fit was excellent. This camera is lighter than my nearly 40 year old Minolta because the T3 is made of plastic. Being lighter is a good thing. I don't think the camera looks or feels cheap. One of my friends, when he first saw the camera, thought I must have spent a fortune on it. I like to get all the bang for my buck I can get and that was the principle reason I bought the T3.
The rebel T3 does everything I needed a DSLR to do and does it well. When I bought it, I knew it could only shot about 3 shots a second and some cameras can shoot more. I haven't found this to be much of a loss. 3 shots a second is adequate. It doesn't have a built in GPS. My son has this on his Sony camera and says it takes time to locate itself and really doesn't work as advertised. That might have been a feature I would have liked.
This camera can take excellent photos up to 6400 ISO. Considering my background in SLR cameras, where the film you used set the ISO and only went to about 800, 6400 allows me to shot in really low light even using the kit lens. By the ways, I found the kit lens very usable and I am able to get great shots with it. I plan to buy the 50 mm f1.8 prime lens in the near future and I am sure it will give me added ability combined with the T3. With regard to ISO, some of my shots at concerts with low and odd lighting have turned out excellent even using an ISO of 6400. Other shots, taken at this same ISO, have had camera noise that diminished them, but they were still usable. Some other cameras have the ability to shoot at higher ISOs and this would be useful, but not really necessary other than in really extreme low light situations.
Many DSLRs shoot a larger number than the 12.2 MP the T3 has. More MP is needed only if you want to produce a print that is truly huge or do very severe cropping. Otherwise, 12.2 MP can make an up to 20 X 30 inch print that is excellent. More MP do not make a better picture other than the instances above. They do, however, take up more hard drive space. I can crop a T3 exposure in a severe manner and still have a good 8 X 10" print.
I have taken shots outside when the temperature was below zero, and the camera functioned fine. It could take it as long as I could take it. Using the AEB setting (auto bracketing) I can take 3 different exposures of up to two stops apart in an instant. This is really useful for HDR photography.
The T3 is easy to learn even if you don't have an extensive background in ISO, F-stop, and shutter speeds. The best way to learn with any camera is to take many, many shots. If some important shot is coming up, take a couple hundred shots with the T3, to get to know it a little, and you will do well. I've read some reviews that didn't think the T3 took good pictures. It is the photographers fault, not the camera. You have to learn to use enough shutter speed, combined with the right ISO and aperture, and then you can get nearly perfect pictures every time. This camera will help you with that but it still takes practice and a little skill to get it right. Even being an experienced user of an SLR, I still makes mistakes and am continuing to learn. Sometimes I make really dumb mistakes but even making mistakes makes you a better photographer.
I have only taken maybe 3 videos with this camera. I didn't buy it to be a video camera. The videos I did take were adequate, not exceptional, and the sound quality was ok but not excellent. Get a good and large capacity sd card to use with the camera. The camera needs a good sd card to do all it can do. The first SD I purchased really didn't cut the mustard because it couldn't keep up with the camera on rapid shots. If you want excellent pictures shoot a large, fine jpeg or RAW or combine the two. Then the large SD card will pay for itself.
While I plan to buy extra batteries, this camera can shot hundreds of shots on a single charge. It has a superb battery life.
If you purchase a T3, I'll probably see your photos on Flickr. I like to look at the photos taken witha T3. Good luck and good shooting.
First off was evaluation of the lens. The Rebel cameras using the APS-C sensor (22.2 x 14.8mm) have a "crop factor" of 1.6 which means you take the focal length of an EF-S type lens times 1.6 to get the equivalent 35mm "full frame" focal length. So the lens that comes with the T3 is 18-55 mm APS-C or ~ 28 to 90 in full frame (36 x 24 mm) 35mm format. Close focus capability is included. This is an excellent lens to start out with. The old advice, when purchasing a camera: get and keep the standard lens certainly apples here. This 18-55 lens is also called the "Kit" lens and it is ideal for every day shooting, including birthday parties and such.
In learning Digital Photography I have found the T3 to be a good "stepping stone": it includes a number of "pre sets": or "automatic" modes for portraits, pets, close ups, sports, landscapes, automatic, night and such that let you take the camera out of the box, charge the battery and start taking great pix with only a brief session with the "getting started" manual. You do need to learn to charge the battery and install and format the memory card ( be sure to buy one ). And get the lens hood if you shoot out doors. Set the camera on AUTO and go to it!! You can learn to use the additional features at your own speed, as you need them.
The package includes a CD with some *very* good photo editing tools that let you download pix from the camera and then edit your collections. Great stuff, very useful if you like to Play with Pix on Computer -- as is very popular these days!!
Speaking of Playing with Pix on Computer if you are into OnLine sharing, FB, Windows/Live etc you will likely find images in the range of 1024x768 pix are adequate for casual online sharing. Images online do not need to be larger than you can display on-screen. For this reason the 12 m/px T3 will probably be all that is needed for sharing pix online. 12 m/px is 4272x2848 -- much bigger than you need for on-line sharing!!* The 18 m/px of the T3i would be desirable for higher level work, particularly printing where you will want to change the image to 300 dpi or even to 1200 lines/inch. But that is another subject entirely; those interested in this area will likely want to start looking at the EOS 60D and possibly settle on a full frame model discussion of which is beyond my level of expertise. Although it appears to me that improvements in the sensors -- APS-C and now Nikon's CX -- are going to obsolete the old 36x24mm "full frame" systems. "IMHO", anyway. Check out stuff done with the G12 -- using a 1/1.7 (7.6 x 5.7 mm ) sensor
Last but not least: the T3 is a great "stepping stone" offering "point and shoot" or camera control as photographer's choice, and as the EF-S type lenses are compatible through the EOS/Rebel line generally -- a lens that you add for the T3 might be used also on a T3i or 60D that you add later -- which you won't do if you go into a "high end" "point and shoot".
I have already added the EF-S 15-85 IS lens; I'll comment on that, in a month or so.
* the Digital Photo Professional software -- included with the camera -- will let you re-size -- and you can even do a whole set of images in a single "batch" operation -- after you have your selections to upload. Although the camera will let you shoot smaller size original images, I wouldn't do that: If you get a good one: you can't go back and say: I want full resolution. Better to shoot all originals at full resolution.
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2011
First off was evaluation of the lens. The Rebel cameras using the APS-C sensor (22.2 x 14.8mm) have a "crop factor" of 1.6 which means you take the focal length of an EF-S type lens times 1.6 to get the equivalent 35mm "full frame" focal length. So the lens that comes with the T3 is 18-55 mm APS-C or ~ 28 to 90 in full frame (36 x 24 mm) 35mm format. Close focus capability is included. This is an excellent lens to start out with. The old advice, when purchasing a camera: get and keep the standard lens certainly apples here. This 18-55 lens is also called the "Kit" lens and it is ideal for every day shooting, including birthday parties and such.
In learning Digital Photography I have found the T3 to be a good "stepping stone": it includes a number of "pre sets": or "automatic" modes for portraits, pets, close ups, sports, landscapes, automatic, night and such that let you take the camera out of the box, charge the battery and start taking great pix with only a brief session with the "getting started" manual. You do need to learn to charge the battery and install and format the memory card ( be sure to buy one ). And get the lens hood if you shoot out doors. Set the camera on AUTO and go to it!! You can learn to use the additional features at your own speed, as you need them.
The package includes a CD with some *very* good photo editing tools that let you download pix from the camera and then edit your collections. Great stuff, very useful if you like to Play with Pix on Computer -- as is very popular these days!!
Speaking of Playing with Pix on Computer if you are into OnLine sharing, FB, Windows/Live etc you will likely find images in the range of 1024x768 pix are adequate for casual online sharing. Images online do not need to be larger than you can display on-screen. For this reason the 12 m/px T3 will probably be all that is needed for sharing pix online. 12 m/px is 4272x2848 -- much bigger than you need for on-line sharing!!* The 18 m/px of the T3i would be desirable for higher level work, particularly printing where you will want to change the image to 300 dpi or even to 1200 lines/inch. But that is another subject entirely; those interested in this area will likely want to start looking at the EOS 60D and possibly settle on a full frame model discussion of which is beyond my level of expertise. Although it appears to me that improvements in the sensors -- APS-C and now Nikon's CX -- are going to obsolete the old 36x24mm "full frame" systems. "IMHO", anyway. Check out stuff done with the G12 -- using a 1/1.7 (7.6 x 5.7 mm ) sensor
Last but not least: the T3 is a great "stepping stone" offering "point and shoot" or camera control as photographer's choice, and as the EF-S type lenses are compatible through the EOS/Rebel line generally -- a lens that you add for the T3 might be used also on a T3i or 60D that you add later -- which you won't do if you go into a "high end" "point and shoot".
I have already added the EF-S 15-85 IS lens; I'll comment on that, in a month or so.
* the Digital Photo Professional software -- included with the camera -- will let you re-size -- and you can even do a whole set of images in a single "batch" operation -- after you have your selections to upload. Although the camera will let you shoot smaller size original images, I wouldn't do that: If you get a good one: you can't go back and say: I want full resolution. Better to shoot all originals at full resolution.
Perhaps one of the only gripes I have about the camera is that it lacks an audio input jack, so I have to depend on the built in mic for the audio in my videos (of course I can just record audio from a separate source and just sync the recording with the video later using editing software).
So far, in addition to the camera, I have bought a SanDisk Ultra 16GB SDHC UHS-I Class 10 Memory Card, the PLR Optics High Resolution 3-piece Filter Set (very nice quality lens filters), and the Lowepro SlingShot 102 AW camera case, a very very good buy and highly recommended. I am looking into buying a monopod now (there is a built in holder for a monopod on the Slingshot case), as well as a remote shutter release.
Last point: My brother owns a Nikon D5100, and although he is not a professional photographer by any means, my photos have come out in a quality that has both impressed him and is on equal par with an average photo from his "higher class" camera.