I debated for a long time on which camera to choose. I was having a hard time choosing between the Nikon and the Canon. I have no doubt that both the Nikon D5100 and the Canon Rebel EOS T3i are both great cameras and will take marvelous pictures.
I think it really comes down to your own personal preference. I ended up choosing the Canon Rebel EOS T3i.
The menu is very user friendly and seemed to be easier to shoot with. I liked the hand grip better too. Also visually I think the Canon is cleaner and more proportionate. I’m particular about things like that. (not my main deciding factor obviously)
Canon Specs
- High Resolution Still Capture – 18.0 MP CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4 Image Processor for high image quality and speed.
- Amazing Results, No Matter the Light. ISO 100 – 6400 for shooting from bright to dim light.
- Improved EOS Full HD Movie mode with manual exposure control, expanded recording with new Movie Digital zoom
- 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
- Automatic Scene Analysis for Standout Color. New Scene Intelligent Auto mode and Picture Style Auto incorporating the new EOS Scene Detection System
- And Video Snapshot features for enhanced video shooting options.
- Compatible with full line of Canon EF and EF-S lenses
Congrats! I myself got a Nikon this past week! Enjoy! I know i am! 🙂
OMG OMG OMG! Congratulations. You’re so lucky. I have yet to buy my own camera too.
🙂
Carrie
I have been researching and researching trying to make this very decision! Leaning towards the Canon as well.
congrats! I have Sony. I am happy with it but never tried Cannon or Nikon
Congrats! You’ll love it!
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Congrats! I know how tough a decision it is. I think the T3i will definitely be a great camera for lots of years.
I am a Canon user, so welcome to the club…
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Love the new camera!!!
Once you have a Canon you’ll never have a hard time deciding which to buy again! I would NEVER Buy anything but a CANON!!
I can’t wait till I get a new camera
I love Canon and have an Elph right now. Your review was very informative and this is on my wish list when I’m ready to upgrade!
I am so jealous! I have heard nothing but good things about this camera. I’m still using point and shoots and it gets frustrating – I miss so many good shots because the thing just can’t move fast enough.