I recently decided to get a camera that could take photos of objects that were farther away, as I have an impending vacation where a lot of the views are going to be difficult to capture. My current point and shoot with digital zoom lens was just not doing what I wanted it to do. I started looking at Canon Rebel products and settled on the T3 model. This camera allowed a 'rookie' like me to be able to auto set the camera to get started, and then progress to various settings as I became more familiar with it. I did purchase the additional 55-250mm lens to go along with the 18-55mm one that came with it.Overall, what helped sell me on this camera?....... the autofocus and stablizer features to start with, then the overall price that I found the camera and lenses here on Amazon. (No other dealer, either online or locally in Phoenix has since beat the price in their ads).
I was also looking for a camera that I could use the live view in the rear screen as well as the viewfinder. I wear glasses and this sometimes does not make the small viewfinder the easiest to use. One additional feature I found appealing was the video recording function. I carry a 16gb SD card for photos, and when I know I will be doing video I have another 16gb SD card to use.
One disappointment was the instruction manual....while the included paper manual gave some startup tips, the more in-depth manual is on the included CD and not at all convenient to have available if you need to look up a questioned feature. I ended up buying a 'Dummies' book that makes the learning curve a lot easier.
Overall I am impressed with the feel of the camera in my hands, and the nice quality photos that it takes. I would highly recommnend this camera to anyone that wants to 'step up' a notch to a better than point and shoot style camera.
Review by W. Rogers "Buck"
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