I'm thinking about getting it.

Check this out.

A couple XT shots.
Shot at ISO 1600

Full size version here (HUGE)

Now 20D.
20D shot ISO 1600

Full size version

IMO the XT shot looks a little cleaner and since it has a 8MP CMOS sensor vs. the 300D's 6MP sensor I might drop the extra money and go with the XT (over the 300D). Everything I've read about it has been good and It's still over $500 less than a 20D.

 

Summary of changes (compared to the EOS 300D / Digital Rebel)

* Eight megapixel CMOS sensor (not same as EOS 20D)
* Second generation CMOS (same generation as rest of current range)
* DIGIC II image processor (better image quality, faster processing, less power consumption)
* Instant power-on time, faster shutter release, shorter blackout time
* Continuous shooting speed increased (3.0 fps vs. 2.5 fps)
* Buffer increased (14 JPEG frames vs. 4 JPEG frames)
* Image processing time decreased (thanks to DIGIC II)
* Compact Flash write speed increased
* Smaller body (15 x 5 x 8 mm smaller)
* Lighter weight (17% lighter including battery)
* Matte plastic finish, standard body color to be black, sliver will also be available
* Re-designed control layout (drive mode button, new metering mode & AF buttons)
* Metal mode dial
* Harder rubber finish on hand grip (doesn't feel much like rubber)
* Smaller and lighter NB-2LH battery (same as PowerShot S60 / S70) which is 48% lighter
* Rear LCD panel changed
* Flash pop-up slightly higher (just 5 mm)
* E-TTL II flash
* Nine custom functions
o Customizable SET button
o Control noise reduction
o Flash sync speed in Av mode
o Shutter button / AE button
o AF-assist beam control
o Selectable 0.3 or 0.5 EV exposure steps
o Mirror lock-up
o E-TTL II mode
o Flash shutter curtain sync (1st or 2nd)
* Selectable Metering mode
* Selectable AF mode
* Flash exposure compensation
* Independently selectable color space
* Two preset and three custom image parameter sets, B&W mode (same as EOS 20D)
* White balance fine tuning and bracketing (improved)
* Proper RAW+JPEG (one RAW, one JPEG; although only Large/Fine)
* Record review histogram via Info button
* Play Jump mode by shot date, 10 or 100 images
* USB 2.0 Hi-Speed connection
* New BG-E3 battery grip (portrait controls), takes two NB-2LH or six AA batteries
* Two additional menu languages added; Korean and Russian
* Subtly re-designed kit lens now named the EF-S 18 - 55 mm II (still no USM)
* Software now includes ZoomBrowser, DPP and EOS Capture
* Lower initial list price

 

any of yall want to work with me? keep in mind, im in the world of point and shoot cameras. but we just lost two part-timers. inquire within.

gLenn

 

If you were in NN I would

 

we are looking for a part timer. if that bapgeon job doesnt fill your schedule, holla at me Mr Ritz.

 

No problem G.

 

eng?

 

i refuse the let this die.

 

Keep on keepin' on guys. I'm about to buy a new Nikon SLR and start on a Business Admin degree with a minor in Photography, so I would like to get this going so I would have easy knowledge of subjects willing to be shot.

 

Why in the motherfuck are you buying a Nikon. I must've bumped my head when I was willing too.