In both T4i and T5i live view switches off when switching from Video to Photo mode. On T4i liveview only switches off when you move off Creative Modes onto basic modes or vice versa. T5i and D5200 does not switch live view off, you can rotate dial 360 and live view stays on with both of those camera. D5200 does not offer any silent lenses though the kit lens is quiet. Hope that helps.
Interviews and business profiles can be shot with either camera. I do like the touchscreen of the T4i and having the option of continuous autofocus is nice. You can easily shoot interviews with the kit lenses 18-55 or 18-135 STM, only the 18-135 STM gives you silent autofocus during video but for interviews you will have that turned off anyway. I am happy to answer additional questions.
Hi M - yes the focus will be very noisy with the 50 f/1.8, if you don't mind manual focus and that is how all pros work go ahead and get the T3i with the 50 f/1.8 - video quality is the same just the T3i is not quite as friendly to use. Happy to answer more questions.
T4i is much easier to video with - dedicated video switch, stereo mic and the touchscreen are all helpful. And the big one - silent and continuous autofocus when using the 18-135 STM lens or the 18-55 STM lens. The t3i does not offer continuous focus, you have to 1/2 press the shutter during video each time you want to refocus. Or you can manually focus either camera which is completely silent. Happy to answer more questions.
There is stereo audio recorded. You do not need an external microphone but it does offer a mic jack so you can hook one up for even better audio. Links under video lead to best prices on Amazon & B&H. I am happy to answer more questions.
All three cameras offer identical video quality. The big difference is in usability and of course the T4i/T5i offering STM lenses that are better and focus silently. For professional level work few use Auto focus. T4i/T5i offer dedicated video switch and touch screen which is useful. I'd personally grab a body and a few prime lenses like the 50 f/1.4 and the Sigma 30 f/1.4 for gorgeous low light work. Links under video lead to best prices. I am happy to answer additional questions.
Yep - that happened a few weeks ago when the t4i stock all ran out. Some people are finding it cheaper still but it mostly makes sense to get the t5i now.
Robert - if you want easy video get the 18-135 STM, it provides smooth and easy autofocus. It is a nice all around lens too. Make sure you know that the video auto focus will be a bit slower because of that shallower depth of field the camera/lenses provide. D5200 is a good camera but suffers from a handful of quirks that keep me from recommending it 100% though in low light it does provide a better quality. Links under video lead to best prices- I am happy to answer more questions.
If you want easy, camcorder like experience the T4i/T5i auto focus is nice. Get the T5i with 18-55 lens and you have the most capable package. Spend a little more for the 18-135 STM but that lens can be just a touch slower to focus during video because it has a wider range to cover but it is more convenient for photography. Happy to answer more questions. Links under video lead to best prices.
The 55-250 is not STM( just to make sure that is clear). It really depends on you as a photographer, the 18-55 + 55-250 gives you nice zoom and easier upgrade path as you have two lenses. The 18-135 STM provides that nice STM across the range, is very convenient and requires less lens switching. Hope that helps.
Thanks Ricky - I have another video that will answer your question - send me a message on FB and I will link you to the video. If you go 700D you get an STM lens with either pick 18-55 or 18-135. if you go 650D you only get STM lens when buying 18-135 STM. If you want easy family videos the STM lenses are the way to go.
You can shoot B&W photos right in the camera. Put the Dial on CA, touch Q and touch STD Standard Setting, scroll down and pick Monochrome from the list that appears. Now, any JPEGS you shoot will be monochrome. RAW files will still be color. You can also do this conversion in Lightroom.
I like the Sigma 30 f/1.4, not sure if you consider that wide enough. Canon 24 f/1.4 is amazing focal length for T4i but is VERY expensive. It actually gets a little less important to have those very wide apertures as you get wider, the lenses let in lots of light and depth of field is harder to see with very wide lenses. How wide did you want to go?
A DSLR is going to give you better image quality than a camcorder and for basketball drills you could set the camera up, pre focus on the area and then turn the auto focus off so that it doesn't try to refocus during the recording. That should work just fine.
Hi - Only the STM lenses are silent during video but if you are interested in filmmaking you need to learn manual focus, all professional video is shot using manual focus. So it all depends on how serious you are about filmmaking or if you just want easy video of friend/family and travels. I will have a video up in the next 48 hours that goes into some more detail on this.
Manual video is a bit easier to setup, stereo mic - yea if you don't have a need for the articulated screen there isn't much reason to upgrade. but yes that Rokinon will work on T4i just fine. Are you mounting your phone to the cam? i am just curious. And are you talking about DSLR controller? That app is sweet.
Hi Mike - T4i with 18-135 STM offers just a little bit better of a value and I think you would like the articulated screen for some angled shots of architecture. BUT if you don't need that the SL1 does offer all of the same quality in a smaller package.
You have both if you shoot JPEG and RAW. JPEG would be B&W but the RAW image ignores those settings. You can easily bring these images into a program called Lightroom and change a copy to B&W, you will still have the color original.
Rumor, grip is identical. I had heard that too and I don't know what camera they were holding, externally, minus the new dial these two cameras are identical.
The t5i does have the miniature effect for images but not for video. There are cetainly ways in post to reproduce that look. The SL1 will shoot miniature videos too.
When you shoot a video, if you leave auto focus on, it will make noise. Only the 18-135 STM and the new 18-55 STM are silent. USM is ultrasonic focus - faster quieter focus.
The T4i does come with a silent lens - the 18-135 STM. The T5i you can get either the 18-55 STM or the 18-135 STM. None of those on either camera make any sound when focusing. But if this is professional level work you really should use manual focus. What can happen is the camera miss-focuses or tries to refocus when it doesn't need to and that can be very distracting.
Hi Devon, I would suggest the T4i or T5i - that touchscreen makes the camera much more friendly to use and the newer 18-135 STM is fun to use. That said, if budget is a real concern the T3i is still a fine camera. Best prices are linked under the video.
You want to use autofocus or professional level manual focus? Auto focus get the T5i with 18-135 STM. professional level get the D5200 with a nice Rokinon cine lens
T5i or T4i. What kind of filming? Serious- get a few prime lenses or the 24-105 f/4. Less serious grab the t4i with 18-135 STM and you have an easy to use setup. Happy to answer more questions.
If those fisheye lenses are working on your T2i it will work on the T4i. Do you have them attached directly to the camera or are they attached at the end of the kit lens?
Really depends on your needs - a mom/dad wanting good video of their children are best buying a T4i/T5i with STM lens. An indie film maker looking to squeeze every bit of performance out of their camera could consider T3i with Magic Lantern but would be even better with 60D.
T5i with 18-135 is just about perfect for a wide range of general photography. Happy to answer other questions. Wow you have an original rebel with the 300D, the first digial SLR that made it affordable for us normal folks :)
I do think the T4i offers a nice value right now. Do you plan to buy with 18-135 STM or use your existing lenses? 18-135 STM is a very nice lens, convenient and good quality. Benefits both photographers and videographers. Links under video lead to best prices and I am happy to answer more questions.
This is the price it has been on Amazon for months now. Link under the video goes to the best price. I do think the 18-135 STM with the T4i is a better value at $799. I do thank you for passing it along though.
Doesn't really matter - video features are virtually identical. I think I would lean toward T4i just for the small savings you can apply to external mic and other useful items. I am happy to answer more questions. Links under the video lead to best prices on Amazon. And join my facebook page, nice giveaway happening right now.
The 18-55 has less focal length and as a result doesn't need to work quite as hard to find focus, so in short - yes. It becomes a trade off between convenience of lens and focus speed. Most of the time I would pick the 18-135 STM for beginners but the 18-55 STM is now a very viable option as well.
GoPro comes waterproof and is very tough but you have basically no control over the look of the video or the exposure. The T5i is a MUCH bigger and more fragile(compared to the GoPro) but you can still on other lenses and it takes gorgeous video and photos. what kind of videos you shooting?
1 - no, image quality is identical. 2- no, with the 18-135 STM the focus is absolutely silent and cannot be heard during video. feel free to ask followup questions.
STM lenses work fine on all modern rebels - it is more an issue of the sensor focus system communicating with the lens. T4i/t5i has the AF built into the sensor for live view focus, older cameras do not.
I think everyone should also invest in a prime lens, that is when you get to experience really lovely wide open apertures. the 50 f/1.8, the 40 f/2.8 are all options. I have a video that explains in more detail why shooting with a prime lens is neat.
Get the 18-55 lens and if you can afford it get the 50 too, or pick it up later. I do think everyone should own a prime lens, like the 50mm or 40 or 30 :) but you shouldn't start with it. under the video are links to the best prices for each camera and lens, I would appreciate it if you used those links to buy. I am happy to answer more questions.
The 18-135 STM is a nice lens, convenient and versatile. In the US it is selling between $400 and $500 which is getting close to some other lenses that may be a better buy, but certainly none that are as convenient. The only lenses I recommend that are cheap are prime lenses - the 40 f/2.8 is only $149 and very sharp. the 50 f/1.8 is even cheaper if a little less versatile.
There is Cam Ranger but that does require an expensive add-on for the camera, though you could argue needing a tablet and a phone is just as expensive for the Android version. I don't know of anything else.
That is my recommended budget tripod! I have another video called "How I shoot my videos" that would be worth your time. You do want to think about audio capture, Tascam or H2n or H4n zooms would be good. And you might want to consider lighting.
I think we will see some general price drops around the Holiday's but in general the current DSLRS models very rarely have discounts on Black/Cyber day.
It just doesn't offer much, in my opinion, for most users, over the T4i. And the T4i is more user friendly. I can be convinced otherwise but what I find is many people would rather have the user friendliness and compact size of the t4i. This isn't a knock on the 60D, it is a good camera and a very good value. Happy to answer more questions.
That's what I was talking about in the comment. I haven't heard of any reports of T5is crashing, but it hasn't been on market too long either. The t4i crashing seems pretty isolated and not a widespread occurrence.
Doesn't matter - both perform identically in terms of focusing power/image quality- it is all about the lenses. So I would say get the T4i and spend the savings on a great zoom lens. Links under the video lead to best prices. I am happy to answer more questions - send me a message on facebook, also linked under video and I can share a list of recommended lenses for zoom.
1- Yes, the new 18-135 STM is optically improved over the old 18-135 2- Depends on what lens they have on. If it is the kit lenses I would pick the Canon. If I could put a prime on the Nikon I would take that. But I have to say I really like the touchscreen on the Canon. I didn't think I would but find myself using it more and more each day.
I was responding to you talking about the video. For wildlife I would get the T4i it offers a more responsive camera but you are not going to get great photos until you buy some nice zoom lenses like the 70-300 IS USM or longer.
Hi Eddy - the budget friendly 55-250 is a decent zoom lens. Better but more expensive is the 70-300 IS USM. Stay away from the cheap 75-300, with zooms you usually get what you pay for. Send me a message on facebook, linked under video and I can link you to a list of lenses you might want to consider.
Hmm- Not sure I will be doing that anytime soon. Basically - Flip out screen, touch screen, better burst rate, better focus points, same image quality.
Professional videos don't rely or use auto focus so that doesn't really matter. In lower light the D5200 does a better job of producing cleaner video but if you are looking for easy video the Canon with 18-135 STM lens gives you the silent autofocus that makes the experience much more camcorder like.
for first DSLR I am recommending the T4i with 18-135 STM right now, it is a better value. T5i is nice but doesn't offer enough to warrant the extra money. And until the price drops some I will keep recommending the t4i. Link under video leads to best price.
Mine hasn't crashed yet, then again my T4i only crashed twice in the nearly year I have owned it The one T4i bug I hear about seems to be related to live view, video mode and STM lenses, seems rare but an issue for some.
Out of the box I really like the T5i with a nice prime lens for video or the 18-55 STM. Touchscreen and nice video controls make it easy to work with. D5200 can look better, especially in low light but for general video reviews I think the ease of use trumps the increased quality.
Not correct. All STM lenses work completely on T4i and T5i and SL1. So at this time that means the 18-55 STM, the 18-135 STM and the 40mm STM work on T4i, T5i and Sl1.
Okay, well, although many of the product announcements stated the Digital zoom of the T3i was back, the manual doesn't mention it... another reason to stick with my T4i.
There isn't a DSLR that does a better job of focusing during video. Professionals just don't use AF during video. I shoot all of my videos with manual focus to avoid issues. Now if you do really want auto focus there are some 4/3 cameras like the panasonic GF3 that offer excellent image quality plus AF during video.
Yes. If it's an EF or EF-S lens, it should work on the t5i and any of the previous canon models. The only problem you may find with lenses is when you go from a crop-sensored camera (ex. T4i/t5i) to a full frame camera (Canon 5D). In this case, the EF-S lenses (18-55mm kit lens) will not function with the full frame camera. However, the t4i/t5i (crop sensor) can mount both EF-S and EF lenses and they will work fine. Hope that helps!
I got a very BIG question. I got the canon rebel T2I. And I am upgrading because my lens broke. Now I was goanna buy the 18-135mm lens and just put it on my T2I but it is actually cheaper to buy a T3I or T4I then just buying the lens (talking about the camera's that come with 18-135mm lens) Now which is better for videoing? the T3I or T4I? I take ALOT of video and a good bit of pics but the main thing is video. So which is better and I have a 1,000$ budget range.
I'm torn between two adds on my local craigslist. There's a 60D which comes with the SIGMA 17-50mm f/2.8 lens, 85mm 1.8 lens and a battery grip for about $1150. And there's a T5i with the same 85mm 1.8 lens and kit lens for $1050. I am a photographer and also videographer and would just like to get some input on which body will be better in the long run. Im having a lot of trouble deciding so some input would be great, thanks!
Hi Toby, I'm still trying to decide whether to jump the gun on the 70D. I realize this the the t5i, but something you said around the 4:00 min mark got me wondering. Does creative filter (i.e. miniature mode) work in the 70D video? You stated that's not the case in the 700D. Thanks!
It does not. This isn't something that I think should keep you from buying 70D - it is a fantastic camera, have you seen my latest video - all shot with the 70D and 40mm f/2.8 lens Behind The Scenes - Styled Shoot, Pittsfield VT
And is there a significant difference in the material of the grip? I heard that the T5i has a newer and better grip... or is that a rumor as well? Thanks.
It is better, images are sharper at all apertures and faster focus and of course silent. How much better is hard to answer. If I had the non STM would I be inclined to upgrade. . probably not unless I was looking for that easy video auto focus. But at just $250 it may be tempting to some.
Hi Toby, The new scene mode for the T5i.. Is there a way on the T4i to produce the same effects somehow with the JPG files, afterwards with some type of program? I am interested in black and white photos, so if I were to get the T4i, how would I produce B&W photos like that in the T5i? What are the recommended software for producing that effect? I would also think that the T5i would be more convenient producing those images, since you can do it all straight without any software, correct?
Toby, What 300m lens do you recommend for the T5i? I see a bunch of 300mm lens.... 70-300mm , 75- 300mm, USM ,IS, etc... too many to choose from. From your history with them, which is the best quality and value?
Good morning. I'm buying my first DSLR and was wondering which deal you thought was better: T4i for $880 or T5i for $985? Both come with 18-135mm STM lens. No kit, just the camera and lens.
Thanks, excellent review! I have 2 question about the T5i: 1. T4i can record up to 30 minutes creating multiple video files. Does the T5i do the same? 2. Did improve the dynamic range in T5i? Other question: 1. In terms of quality and response, what do you think about the Sigma 70-300 mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens?
Very good video! the question is which program do you use on the phone to see the tablet wireless remote or helicon-dslr-controller. Thanks and regards
Hi, i am new to photography (newly bought a Kiss x6i) and i was searching for some good tutorial stuff. I want to thank you very much for these videos you put here. I cant explain how useful they are to me. I think you dont have the amount of subs or views you deserve compared to others in youtube. I hope you will get them soon. Also, i am not a native english speaker but having no problems understanding you at all. Thank you again. I am praying for you, my mate and my teacher :)
hey i have a question for the T4i,.. people are selling the t4i with stm lens,.. my question is, does the stm lens is quiet as it is on the T5i, and would the stm lens work as quiet as in the t5i on the t4i???
So if the grip issue was a rumor, then why did they even create a t5i? I thought the reason for discontinuing the t4i was the grip causing allergic reactions from white residue... thanks.
Please, I'm not finding T4i 18-136 STM by price you said at the beginning of the video .. only against much more expensive. Where is the best place to buy?
Hi Toby. Very informative. Thanks. I've been shooting videos for the company I work for and I've been using Sony Handycams. I'd like to switch over to a DSLR with video capabilities and I was wondering if the noise that the T4i makes when focusing would be heard in the video? Also, can I take that silent lens that comes with the t5i and use it on the t4i? Or do you think that I should just manually focus on the t4i?
In both T4i and T5i live view switches off when switching from Video to Photo mode. On T4i liveview only switches off when you move off Creative Modes onto basic modes or vice versa. T5i and D5200 does not switch live view off, you can rotate dial 360 and live view stays on with both of those camera. D5200 does not offer any silent lenses though the kit lens is quiet. Hope that helps.
Interviews and business profiles can be shot with either camera. I do like the touchscreen of the T4i and having the option of continuous autofocus is nice. You can easily shoot interviews with the kit lenses 18-55 or 18-135 STM, only the 18-135 STM gives you silent autofocus during video but for interviews you will have that turned off anyway. I am happy to answer additional questions.
Hi M - yes the focus will be very noisy with the 50 f/1.8, if you don't mind manual focus and that is how all pros work go ahead and get the T3i with the 50 f/1.8 - video quality is the same just the T3i is not quite as friendly to use. Happy to answer more questions.
T4i is much easier to video with - dedicated video switch, stereo mic and the touchscreen are all helpful. And the big one - silent and continuous autofocus when using the 18-135 STM lens or the 18-55 STM lens. The t3i does not offer continuous focus, you have to 1/2 press the shutter during video each time you want to refocus. Or you can manually focus either camera which is completely silent. Happy to answer more questions.
There is stereo audio recorded. You do not need an external microphone but it does offer a mic jack so you can hook one up for even better audio. Links under video lead to best prices on Amazon & B&H. I am happy to answer more questions.
All three cameras offer identical video quality. The big difference is in usability and of course the T4i/T5i offering STM lenses that are better and focus silently. For professional level work few use Auto focus. T4i/T5i offer dedicated video switch and touch screen which is useful. I'd personally grab a body and a few prime lenses like the 50 f/1.4 and the Sigma 30 f/1.4 for gorgeous low light work. Links under video lead to best prices. I am happy to answer additional questions.
Yep - that happened a few weeks ago when the t4i stock all ran out. Some people are finding it cheaper still but it mostly makes sense to get the t5i now.
Robert - if you want easy video get the 18-135 STM, it provides smooth and easy autofocus. It is a nice all around lens too. Make sure you know that the video auto focus will be a bit slower because of that shallower depth of field the camera/lenses provide. D5200 is a good camera but suffers from a handful of quirks that keep me from recommending it 100% though in low light it does provide a better quality. Links under video lead to best prices- I am happy to answer more questions.
Yep - and it will be slightly sharper too. There is a link under the video for purchasing 18-55 IS STM
If you want easy, camcorder like experience the T4i/T5i auto focus is nice. Get the T5i with 18-55 lens and you have the most capable package. Spend a little more for the 18-135 STM but that lens can be just a touch slower to focus during video because it has a wider range to cover but it is more convenient for photography. Happy to answer more questions. Links under video lead to best prices.
The 55-250 is not STM( just to make sure that is clear). It really depends on you as a photographer, the 18-55 + 55-250 gives you nice zoom and easier upgrade path as you have two lenses. The 18-135 STM provides that nice STM across the range, is very convenient and requires less lens switching. Hope that helps.
Thanks Ricky - I have another video that will answer your question - send me a message on FB and I will link you to the video. If you go 700D you get an STM lens with either pick 18-55 or 18-135. if you go 650D you only get STM lens when buying 18-135 STM. If you want easy family videos the STM lenses are the way to go.
You can shoot B&W photos right in the camera. Put the Dial on CA, touch Q and touch STD Standard Setting, scroll down and pick Monochrome from the list that appears. Now, any JPEGS you shoot will be monochrome. RAW files will still be color. You can also do this conversion in Lightroom.
I like the Sigma 30 f/1.4, not sure if you consider that wide enough. Canon 24 f/1.4 is amazing focal length for T4i but is VERY expensive. It actually gets a little less important to have those very wide apertures as you get wider, the lenses let in lots of light and depth of field is harder to see with very wide lenses. How wide did you want to go?
A DSLR is going to give you better image quality than a camcorder and for basketball drills you could set the camera up, pre focus on the area and then turn the auto focus off so that it doesn't try to refocus during the recording. That should work just fine.
Hi - Only the STM lenses are silent during video but if you are interested in filmmaking you need to learn manual focus, all professional video is shot using manual focus. So it all depends on how serious you are about filmmaking or if you just want easy video of friend/family and travels. I will have a video up in the next 48 hours that goes into some more detail on this.
Manual video is a bit easier to setup, stereo mic - yea if you don't have a need for the articulated screen there isn't much reason to upgrade. but yes that Rokinon will work on T4i just fine. Are you mounting your phone to the cam? i am just curious. And are you talking about DSLR controller? That app is sweet.
Hi Mike - T4i with 18-135 STM offers just a little bit better of a value and I think you would like the articulated screen for some angled shots of architecture. BUT if you don't need that the SL1 does offer all of the same quality in a smaller package.
You have both if you shoot JPEG and RAW. JPEG would be B&W but the RAW image ignores those settings. You can easily bring these images into a program called Lightroom and change a copy to B&W, you will still have the color original.
Rumor, grip is identical. I had heard that too and I don't know what camera they were holding, externally, minus the new dial these two cameras are identical.
The t5i does have the miniature effect for images but not for video. There are cetainly ways in post to reproduce that look. The SL1 will shoot miniature videos too.
When you shoot a video, if you leave auto focus on, it will make noise. Only the 18-135 STM and the new 18-55 STM are silent. USM is ultrasonic focus - faster quieter focus.
The T4i does come with a silent lens - the 18-135 STM. The T5i you can get either the 18-55 STM or the 18-135 STM. None of those on either camera make any sound when focusing. But if this is professional level work you really should use manual focus. What can happen is the camera miss-focuses or tries to refocus when it doesn't need to and that can be very distracting.
Hi Devon, I would suggest the T4i or T5i - that touchscreen makes the camera much more friendly to use and the newer 18-135 STM is fun to use. That said, if budget is a real concern the T3i is still a fine camera. Best prices are linked under the video.
You want to use autofocus or professional level manual focus? Auto focus get the T5i with 18-135 STM. professional level get the D5200 with a nice Rokinon cine lens
T5i or T4i. What kind of filming? Serious- get a few prime lenses or the 24-105 f/4. Less serious grab the t4i with 18-135 STM and you have an easy to use setup. Happy to answer more questions.
If those fisheye lenses are working on your T2i it will work on the T4i. Do you have them attached directly to the camera or are they attached at the end of the kit lens?
Really depends on your needs - a mom/dad wanting good video of their children are best buying a T4i/T5i with STM lens. An indie film maker looking to squeeze every bit of performance out of their camera could consider T3i with Magic Lantern but would be even better with 60D.
I agree that it isn't the best value when purchased separate but I ask, besides primes, what much better lenses can you get for $250?
T5i with 18-135 is just about perfect for a wide range of general photography. Happy to answer other questions. Wow you have an original rebel with the 300D, the first digial SLR that made it affordable for us normal folks :)
Yes they do. The only completely silent lenses are the 18-55 STM and the 18-135 STM. The 40mm f/2.8 STM is kinda silent.
I do think the T4i offers a nice value right now. Do you plan to buy with 18-135 STM or use your existing lenses? 18-135 STM is a very nice lens, convenient and good quality. Benefits both photographers and videographers. Links under video lead to best prices and I am happy to answer more questions.
This is the price it has been on Amazon for months now. Link under the video goes to the best price. I do think the 18-135 STM with the T4i is a better value at $799. I do thank you for passing it along though.
That is correct. The T1i lens, 18-55, will not give you silent autofocus during video but otherwise will work perfectly well.
Doesn't really matter - video features are virtually identical. I think I would lean toward T4i just for the small savings you can apply to external mic and other useful items. I am happy to answer more questions. Links under the video lead to best prices on Amazon. And join my facebook page, nice giveaway happening right now.
The 18-55 has less focal length and as a result doesn't need to work quite as hard to find focus, so in short - yes. It becomes a trade off between convenience of lens and focus speed. Most of the time I would pick the 18-135 STM for beginners but the 18-55 STM is now a very viable option as well.
GoPro comes waterproof and is very tough but you have basically no control over the look of the video or the exposure. The T5i is a MUCH bigger and more fragile(compared to the GoPro) but you can still on other lenses and it takes gorgeous video and photos. what kind of videos you shooting?
1 - no, image quality is identical.
2- no, with the 18-135 STM the focus is absolutely silent and cannot be heard during video.
feel free to ask followup questions.
Click Show More under the video, it is near the bottom of the text that appears - Professor Kobre's LightScoop
STM lenses work fine on all modern rebels - it is more an issue of the sensor focus system communicating with the lens. T4i/t5i has the AF built into the sensor for live view focus, older cameras do not.
I think everyone should also invest in a prime lens, that is when you get to experience really lovely wide open apertures. the 50 f/1.8, the 40 f/2.8 are all options. I have a video that explains in more detail why shooting with a prime lens is neat.
Get the 18-55 lens and if you can afford it get the 50 too, or pick it up later. I do think everyone should own a prime lens, like the 50mm or 40 or 30 :) but you shouldn't start with it. under the video are links to the best prices for each camera and lens, I would appreciate it if you used those links to buy. I am happy to answer more questions.
The 18-135 STM is a nice lens, convenient and versatile. In the US it is selling between $400 and $500 which is getting close to some other lenses that may be a better buy, but certainly none that are as convenient. The only lenses I recommend that are cheap are prime lenses - the 40 f/2.8 is only $149 and very sharp. the 50 f/1.8 is even cheaper if a little less versatile.
There is Cam Ranger but that does require an expensive add-on for the camera, though you could argue needing a tablet and a phone is just as expensive for the Android version. I don't know of anything else.
Great! thank you and don't hesitate to ask questions.
That is my recommended budget tripod! I have another video called "How I shoot my videos" that would be worth your time. You do want to think about audio capture, Tascam or H2n or H4n zooms would be good. And you might want to consider lighting.
The app is DSLR controller. I believe it is android only. I will see if i can put together a quick video soon that shows it all working.
I would suggest the T4i or T5i - that touchscreen makes the camera much more friendly to use and the newer 18-135 STM is fun to use
I think we will see some general price drops around the Holiday's but in general the current DSLRS models very rarely have discounts on Black/Cyber day.
It just doesn't offer much, in my opinion, for most users, over the T4i. And the T4i is more user friendly. I can be convinced otherwise but what I find is many people would rather have the user friendliness and compact size of the t4i. This isn't a knock on the 60D, it is a good camera and a very good value. Happy to answer more questions.
That's what I was talking about in the comment. I haven't heard of any reports of T5is crashing, but it hasn't been on market too long either. The t4i crashing seems pretty isolated and not a widespread occurrence.
Doesn't matter - both perform identically in terms of focusing power/image quality- it is all about the lenses. So I would say get the T4i and spend the savings on a great zoom lens. Links under the video lead to best prices. I am happy to answer more questions - send me a message on facebook, also linked under video and I can share a list of recommended lenses for zoom.
Oh and I really like the t4i with 18-35 STM lens, I think it is a great combination for general photography.
1- Yes, the new 18-135 STM is optically improved over the old 18-135
2- Depends on what lens they have on. If it is the kit lenses I would pick the Canon. If I could put a prime on the Nikon I would take that. But I have to say I really like the touchscreen on the Canon. I didn't think I would but find myself using it more and more each day.
I was responding to you talking about the video. For wildlife I would get the T4i it offers a more responsive camera but you are not going to get great photos until you buy some nice zoom lenses like the 70-300 IS USM or longer.
If you don't care about the silent auto focus of the 18-135 STM, the 17-85 is a better lens - not a huge difference but it is sharper and offers USM.
Hi Eddy - the budget friendly 55-250 is a decent zoom lens. Better but more expensive is the 70-300 IS USM. Stay away from the cheap 75-300, with zooms you usually get what you pay for. Send me a message on facebook, linked under video and I can link you to a list of lenses you might want to consider.
Hmm- Not sure I will be doing that anytime soon. Basically - Flip out screen, touch screen, better burst rate, better focus points, same image quality.
Professional videos don't rely or use auto focus so that doesn't really matter. In lower light the D5200 does a better job of producing cleaner video but if you are looking for easy video the Canon with 18-135 STM lens gives you the silent autofocus that makes the experience much more camcorder like.
I haven't heard any difference - the T4i and T5i offer stereo mic, the T3i was mono.
for first DSLR I am recommending the T4i with 18-135 STM right now, it is a better value. T5i is nice but doesn't offer enough to warrant the extra money. And until the price drops some I will keep recommending the t4i. Link under video leads to best price.
Mine hasn't crashed yet, then again my T4i only crashed twice in the nearly year I have owned it The one T4i bug I hear about seems to be related to live view, video mode and STM lenses, seems rare but an issue for some.
It will work but will not give you continuous auto focus during video.
What of digital zoom in video? I thought this was a major upgrade for those who don't want to buy more lenses.
Thank you! I am happy to help.
That is a Nexus 7 - You can purchase from the google Play store for $199. Glad I could help.
It is still available at that price at B&H, link under the video leads to best prices.
That's the rumors. 70D rumor is less substantial but we should know sooner rather than later. 7D Mark II, we may be waiting till Fall at the earliest.
yes you can. If you can find the 650D with 18-135 at a good deal get it. Otherwise get the 700D with 18-55.
Out of the box I really like the T5i with a nice prime lens for video or the 18-55 STM. Touchscreen and nice video controls make it easy to work with. D5200 can look better, especially in low light but for general video reviews I think the ease of use trumps the increased quality.
Not correct. All STM lenses work completely on T4i and T5i and SL1. So at this time that means the 18-55 STM, the 18-135 STM and the 40mm STM work on T4i, T5i and Sl1.
Okay, well, although many of the product announcements stated the Digital zoom of the T3i was back, the manual doesn't mention it... another reason to stick with my T4i.
I am sorry that those prices are no longer current. You are better off buying the T5i with 18-55, link under my video leads to best prices.
There isn't a DSLR that does a better job of focusing during video. Professionals just don't use AF during video. I shoot all of my videos with manual focus to avoid issues. Now if you do really want auto focus there are some 4/3 cameras like the panasonic GF3 that offer excellent image quality plus AF during video.
Yes. If it's an EF or EF-S lens, it should work on the t5i and any of the previous canon models. The only problem you may find with lenses is when you go from a crop-sensored camera (ex. T4i/t5i) to a full frame camera (Canon 5D). In this case, the EF-S lenses (18-55mm kit lens) will not function with the full frame camera. However, the t4i/t5i (crop sensor) can mount both EF-S and EF lenses and they will work fine. Hope that helps!
The audio on this video is so much better than on your others. New mic? Excellent info you provide, btw.
Link is under video Professor Kobre's LightScoop
Nope - I think I finally found the right balance of mic distance and setting the levels. Thanks.
I got a very BIG question. I got the canon rebel T2I. And I am upgrading because my lens broke. Now I was goanna buy the 18-135mm lens and just put it on my T2I but it is actually cheaper to buy a T3I or T4I then just buying the lens (talking about the camera's that come with 18-135mm lens) Now which is better for videoing? the T3I or T4I? I take ALOT of video and a good bit of pics but the main thing is video. So which is better and I have a 1,000$ budget range.
The 18-135 STM was introduced with the T4i. The T5i introduced the 18-55 STM.
I'm torn between two adds on my local craigslist. There's a 60D which comes with the SIGMA 17-50mm f/2.8 lens, 85mm 1.8 lens and a battery grip for about $1150. And there's a T5i with the same 85mm 1.8 lens and kit lens for $1050. I am a photographer and also videographer and would just like to get some input on which body will be better in the long run. Im having a lot of trouble deciding so some input would be great, thanks!
No - there is no headphone jack on the T4i/T5i - you do have a level meter that does a good job of providing audio feedback.
Hi Toby,
I'm still trying to decide whether to jump the gun on the 70D. I realize this the the t5i, but something you said around the 4:00 min mark got me wondering.
Does creative filter (i.e. miniature mode) work in the 70D video? You stated that's not the case in the 700D.
Thanks!
It does not. This isn't something that I think should keep you from buying 70D - it is a fantastic camera, have you seen my latest video - all shot with the 70D and 40mm f/2.8 lens Behind The Scenes - Styled Shoot, Pittsfield VT
And is there a significant difference in the material of the grip? I heard that the T5i has a newer and better grip... or is that a rumor as well? Thanks.
Sure. Thanks.
It is better, images are sharper at all apertures and faster focus and of course silent. How much better is hard to answer. If I had the non STM would I be inclined to upgrade. . probably not unless I was looking for that easy video auto focus. But at just $250 it may be tempting to some.
When I bought Retina was not an option. If I bought now I would get Retina the resolution allows for some stunning clarity when editing images.
Hi Toby, The new scene mode for the T5i.. Is there a way on the T4i to produce the same effects somehow with the JPG files, afterwards with some type of program? I am interested in black and white photos, so if I were to get the T4i, how would I produce B&W photos like that in the T5i? What are the recommended software for producing that effect? I would also think that the T5i would be more convenient producing those images, since you can do it all straight without any software, correct?
Toby, What 300m lens do you recommend for the T5i? I see a bunch of 300mm lens.... 70-300mm , 75- 300mm, USM ,IS, etc... too many to choose from. From your history with them, which is the best quality and value?
Good morning. I'm buying my first DSLR and was wondering which deal you thought was better: T4i for $880 or T5i for $985? Both come with 18-135mm STM lens. No kit, just the camera and lens.
Thanks, excellent review!
I have 2 question about the T5i:
1. T4i can record up to 30 minutes creating multiple video files. Does the T5i do the same?
2. Did improve the dynamic range in T5i?
Other question:
1. In terms of quality and response, what do you think about the Sigma 70-300 mm f/4-5.6 DG Macro Telephoto Zoom Lens?
Hi can you tell me which one would be better for HD videos. I shoot mostly music videos but often times I will be taking fashion photos. Thanks!
Very good video! the question is which program do you use on the phone to see the tablet wireless remote or helicon-dslr-controller. Thanks and regards
Bob, answered this on the other video. Let me know if you have followup questions.
not without some android devices. Canon doesn't offer anything. Eye-fi cards will beam the photos but not let you control camera.
Hi, i am new to photography (newly bought a Kiss x6i) and i was searching for some good tutorial stuff. I want to thank you very much for these videos you put here. I cant explain how useful they are to me. I think you dont have the amount of subs or views you deserve compared to others in youtube. I hope you will get them soon. Also, i am not a native english speaker but having no problems understanding you at all. Thank you again. I am praying for you, my mate and my teacher :)
hey i have a question for the T4i,.. people are selling the t4i with stm lens,.. my question is, does the stm lens is quiet as it is on the T5i, and would the stm lens work as quiet as in the t5i on the t4i???
So if the grip issue was a rumor, then why did they even create a t5i? I thought the reason for discontinuing the t4i was the grip causing allergic reactions from white residue... thanks.
Please, I'm not finding T4i 18-136 STM by price you said at the beginning of the video .. only against much more expensive. Where is the best place to buy?
Hi Toby. Very informative. Thanks. I've been shooting videos for the company I work for and I've been using Sony Handycams. I'd like to switch over to a DSLR with video capabilities and I was wondering if the noise that the T4i makes when focusing would be heard in the video? Also, can I take that silent lens that comes with the t5i and use it on the t4i? Or do you think that I should just manually focus on the t4i?