Nikon D60 or Canon XTI? - Honda-Tech

ballerchild · 06-25-2008, 10:57 AM

Ok, I've been wanting a DSLR for quite some time now. And after reading countless threads and reviews, I've come to a conclusion that I want either the Canon Rebel XTI or the Nikon D60. Which one would be best suited for a beginner looking to get into photography as a hobby?

RedStarGsr · 06-25-2008, 11:06 AM

as an xti user, one thing to look into is nikon's ability to do some flash jargen with wireless flashes. I believe canons you have to purchase something different...

ballerchild · 06-25-2008, 11:13 AM

yea, i heard of that. From what I've been hearing, the Nikon has a few more bells and whistles compared to the Canon. Plus I heard the lenses were cheaper and better for the Nikon?

EM2_Kid · 06-25-2008, 11:20 AM

I'm glad someone posted something like this.
I'm in the same dilemma.

I don't know anything about the xti but I do know that the D60 is brand spankin' new to the nikon line up and doesn't have too many lenses and isn't compatible with too many lenses already available.

I'm not sure on the exact number, but you should look into it.

I'm also in on more feedback on this thread

RedStarGsr · 06-25-2008, 11:42 AM

in my 5 month stint w/ my xti, the lenses appear to be cheaper. may want to ask someone with a little bit more experience though.

JakeB. · 06-25-2008, 12:16 PM

Eeny, Meeny, Miney, Mo...

Both have advantages, both have limitations, both have the ability to take awesome photos.
Try 'em both and see which one you like best.

ballerchild · 06-25-2008, 03:13 PM

yea, i guess they both seem like great cameras. I went to costco earlier and seemed to like the feel of the Nikon a little better than the Canon. I'll be picking up the d60 later on tonight. If I don't like it, I can exchange it and get the XTI.

Costco return policy FTW!!

xSXExCIVICx · 06-25-2008, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EM2_Kid

I don't know anything about the xti but I do know that the D60 is brand spankin' new to the nikon line up and doesn't have too many lenses and isn't compatible with too many lenses already available.

The D60 is compatible with plenty of lenses. This is the list that I have seen. So if lens issue is the only thing holding someone back from getting a D40/D40x/D60, dont worry about it.
Nikkor:

AF-S DX 12-24mm f/4.0G ED-IF

AF-S 14-24 mm f/2,8G ED New

AF-S DX 16-85mm f/3,5 - 5,6G ED VR

AF-S 17-35mm f/2.8D ED-IF

AF-S DX 17-55mm f/2.8G ED-IF

AF-S DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G

AF-S VR DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G

AF-S DX 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G ED-IF

AF-S DX 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 ED-IF

AF-S VR DX 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G IF-ED

AF-S 24-70 mm f/2,8G ED

AF-S 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED

AF-S VR 24-120mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF

AF-S 28-70mm f/2.8D IF-ED

AF-S DX 55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED

AF-S VR 55–200mm f/4–5.6G IF-ED

AF-S 60mm f/2.8G Micro

AF-S VR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED-IF

AF-S VR 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6G

AF-S 80-200mm f/2.8D ED-IF

AF-S VR 105mm f/2.8G Micro

AF-S VR 200mm f/2.0G ED-IF

AF-S VR 200-400mm f/4.0G ED-IF

AF-I 300mm f/2.8D IF-ED

AF-S 300mm f/2.8D IF-ED

AF-S 300mm f/4.0D ED-IF

AF-S VR 300mm f/2.8 ED-IF

AF-I 400mm f/2.8D IF-ED

AF-S 400mm f/2.8D ED-IF

AF-S VR 400mm f/2,8G ED

AF-I 500mm f/4.0D IF-ED

AF-S 500mm f/4.0D ED-IF

AF-S VR 500mm f/4G ED

AF-I 600mm f/4.0D IF-ED

AF-S 600mm f/4.0D ED-IF

AF-S VR 600mm f/4G ED

Sigma:

4,5mm f/2,8 EX DC HSM

10mm f/2,8 EX DC HSM

10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM

12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 EX DG HSM

14mm f/2.8 EX

17-35mm f/2.8-4.0 EX DG

17-70mm f/2.8-4.5 DC Macro HSM

18-50mm f/3.5-5.6 DC HSM

18-50mm f/2.8 EX DC Macro HSM

18-125mm f/3.8-5.6 DC OS HSM

18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS

30mm f/1.4 EX DC HSM

50mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM

50-150mm f/2.8 EX DC HSM

50-500mm f/4.0-6.3 EX DG

55-200mm f/4-5.6 DC HSM

70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro

70-300mm f/4,0-5,6 DG Macro

70-300mm f/4,0-5,6 DG APO Macro

80-200mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro

80-400mm f/4-5.6 EX OS

100-300mm f/4.0 EX DG

120-300mm f/2.8 EX DG

120-400mm f/4.5-5.6 DG OS APO HSM

150mm f/2.8 EX DG Macro

150-500mm f5-6.3 DG OS APO HSM

180mm f/3.5 EX DG Macro

300mm f/2.8 EX DG APO HSM

300-800mm f/5.6 EX DG APO

500mm f/4.5 EX DG HSM APO

800mm f/5.6 EX DG APO

Tamron:

17-50mm f/2.8 XR Di II

18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II

28-75mm f/2.8 XR Di LD

28-300mm f/3.5-6.3 XR Di VC

70-200mm f/2.8 Di LD MACRO

70-300mm f/4-5.6 Di LD Macro

Tinh Ngo · 06-25-2008, 04:41 PM

Canon's has more selection =] not including other 3rd parties and you cant get better then L series lens.

devietb0i · 06-25-2008, 05:27 PM

how about an XSi?

the XSi is one of the newest canon dslr and is also a canon eos rebel like the XTi

i think its about the same price of a d60(not sure)

plus the kit lens comes with IS which is definitely an improvement from the XTi kit lens

b18C1_liLkyLe · 06-27-2008, 02:40 PM

Well I got an Xti this past christmas and I like it a lot. Its definitely fine for a 'beginner' 'cause its not much more complicated than a higher end point and shoot. All you need to do is get used to where and how the settings are adjusted which isn't hard to get acclimated to at all. As long as you know at least some basics about photography its really not too overwhelming to use a DSLR unless you're trying to dive into the deep end and go straight to Manual mode.

As far as Nikons are concerned.. I've heard from some other people saying that they like the ergonomics of the Nikons a lot more and feel they are slightly more intuitively built. But.. that can also be personal preference. There are definitely fanatics for either manufacturer so I honestly don't think you can go wrong. Go to a store where they've got both cameras and see if you like one more than the other.

Now the Xsi is in the same price range as the d60 and it does have a few new features over the Xti (more MP's & LIVE-VIEW!). I really want to know if live-view on a DSLR is as awesome as I would think it would be. Although.. I do have a point-and-shoot for that now.

Cliff's: I don't think you can go wrong with either. Go check 'em out at a store and
see if you think one is easier to navigate or feels better to you.

EM2_Kid · 06-27-2008, 03:31 PM

sorry about that.
I really need to do my research

Quote:

Originally Posted by b18C1_liLkyLe

(LIVE-VIEW!). I really want to know if live-view on a DSLR is as awesome as I would think it would be. Although.. I do have a point-and-shoot for that now.

Live view is... neat. but, again, I'd probably keep it off so I have more battery life... but still neat.

Fuster_Cluck · 06-27-2008, 08:45 PM

I have owned an XSi for the past month or so and will vouch for the live view. The 170 degree viewing is really nice for those really low (or high) shots

Also, the 3" screen over the XTi sold me on the XSi

Even though the XTi is much cheaper than the XSi, I am very pleased with my decision

I love my Canon Powershots over the Coolpix's I have owned, so I didn't even really consider Nikon

x4thGenCafe · 08-27-2008, 09:24 AM

wow. guess im not the only one trying to make this decision

06-25-2008, 10:57 AM	#1
ballerchild Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: 818/323/951, SoCal Posts: 2,248	Nikon D60 or Canon XTI? Ok, I've been wanting a DSLR for quite some time now. And after reading countless threads and reviews, I've come to a conclusion that I want either the Canon Rebel XTI or the Nikon D60. Which one would be best suited for a beginner looking to get into photography as a hobby? __________________ 91 da9- r.i.p. http://images.honda-tech.com/set1/smile/emsad.gif but... I <3 my dc5!

06-25-2008, 11:06 AM	#2
RedStarGsr Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: wasted talent Posts: 2,732	as an xti user, one thing to look into is nikon's ability to do some flash jargen with wireless flashes. I believe canons you have to purchase something different... __________________ dan bmw 540i cbr 929rr Flickr

06-25-2008, 11:13 AM	#3
ballerchild Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: 818/323/951, SoCal Posts: 2,248	yea, i heard of that. From what I've been hearing, the Nikon has a few more bells and whistles compared to the Canon. Plus I heard the lenses were cheaper and better for the Nikon? __________________ 91 da9- r.i.p. http://images.honda-tech.com/set1/smile/emsad.gif but... I <3 my dc5!

06-25-2008, 11:20 AM	#4
EM2_Kid Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Garden City, KS, US Posts: 52	Re: Nikon D60 or Canon XTI? (ballerchild) I'm glad someone posted something like this. I'm in the same dilemma. I don't know anything about the xti but I do know that the D60 is brand spankin' new to the nikon line up and doesn't have too many lenses and isn't compatible with too many lenses already available. I'm not sure on the exact number, but you should look into it. I'm also in on more feedback on this thread __________________ When in Rome we shall do like the Romans, when in hell we do shots at the bar...

06-25-2008, 11:42 AM	#5
RedStarGsr Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: wasted talent Posts: 2,732	in my 5 month stint w/ my xti, the lenses appear to be cheaper. may want to ask someone with a little bit more experience though. __________________ dan bmw 540i cbr 929rr Flickr

06-25-2008, 12:16 PM	#6
JakeB. Photography Pundit Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Bradenton, FL Posts: 4,265	Eeny, Meeny, Miney, Mo... Both have advantages, both have limitations, both have the ability to take awesome photos. Try 'em both and see which one you like best. __________________ JD Fine Art Phototgraphy My Flickr

06-25-2008, 03:13 PM	#7
ballerchild Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: 818/323/951, SoCal Posts: 2,248	yea, i guess they both seem like great cameras. I went to costco earlier and seemed to like the feel of the Nikon a little better than the Canon. I'll be picking up the d60 later on tonight. If I don't like it, I can exchange it and get the XTI. Costco return policy FTW!! __________________ 91 da9- r.i.p. http://images.honda-tech.com/set1/smile/emsad.gif but... I <3 my dc5!

06-25-2008, 04:41 PM	#9
Tinh Ngo Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 1,166	Canon's has more selection =] not including other 3rd parties and you cant get better then L series lens. __________________ Stay Focused

06-25-2008, 05:27 PM	#10
devietb0i Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: San Jose, CA, USA Posts: 115	how about an XSi? the XSi is one of the newest canon dslr and is also a canon eos rebel like the XTi i think its about the same price of a d60(not sure) plus the kit lens comes with IS which is definitely an improvement from the XTi kit lens __________________ EJ8 Squad #385 broke "noob"

06-27-2008, 02:40 PM	#11
b18C1_liLkyLe Senior Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Your mom's house Posts: 1,091	Re: (devietb0i) Well I got an Xti this past christmas and I like it a lot. Its definitely fine for a 'beginner' 'cause its not much more complicated than a higher end point and shoot. All you need to do is get used to where and how the settings are adjusted which isn't hard to get acclimated to at all. As long as you know at least some basics about photography its really not too overwhelming to use a DSLR unless you're trying to dive into the deep end and go straight to Manual mode. As far as Nikons are concerned.. I've heard from some other people saying that they like the ergonomics of the Nikons a lot more and feel they are slightly more intuitively built. But.. that can also be personal preference. There are definitely fanatics for either manufacturer so I honestly don't think you can go wrong. Go to a store where they've got both cameras and see if you like one more than the other. Now the Xsi is in the same price range as the d60 and it does have a few new features over the Xti (more MP's & LIVE-VIEW!). I really want to know if live-view on a DSLR is as awesome as I would think it would be. Although.. I do have a point-and-shoot for that now. Cliff's: I don't think you can go wrong with either. Go check 'em out at a store and see if you think one is easier to navigate or feels better to you. __________________ 2003 CBR 600-RR --- Canon Rebel XTi

06-27-2008, 08:45 PM	#13
Fuster_Cluck Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: ATL to SAV to ORL, USA Posts: 7,478	I have owned an XSi for the past month or so and will vouch for the live view. The 170 degree viewing is really nice for those really low (or high) shots Also, the 3" screen over the XTi sold me on the XSi Even though the XTi is much cheaper than the XSi, I am very pleased with my decision I love my Canon Powershots over the Coolpix's I have owned, so I didn't even really consider Nikon __________________ Gripped XTi & XSi ♥ EF-S 10-22mm ♥ EF-S 18-55mm ♥ EF 50mm f/1.8 ♥ EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS 2006 Accord LX sedan + TSX HID retrofitted

08-27-2008, 09:24 AM	#14
x4thGenCafe SOLDOUT Join Date: May 2007 Location: I Live in Florida, d00d Posts: 2,183	wow. guess im not the only one trying to make this decision

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