Canon EOS 500D / Rebel T1i review

[Cormac123456789]

Thanks for the videos, I want to get a camera just for video recording, for as cheap as possible

around $600. Could you recommend anything?

Really appreciate it

Thanks

[R4z3MyP3n]

would this be a good camera for a newbie?

[AbellaHernan]

i've got a T1I, and my higher iso is 3200... why is it, if in your video you have 12500??? thanks

[demonseedboy]

do you recommend this camera for beginner photographers?

[bsalightning08]

i know that the camera you use is the one your reviewing at the time, but what camera do you acually own?

[cameralabs]

@bsalightning08 I sold any that I owned! Seriously I normally have at least two being tested at any time, so there's always one around for me to use. It's better that way to maximise my time with them for the reviews.

[skiing54]

What is the name of the software??

[KoreanKr3w]

I'm starting to grow fond of photography. Do you think this would be a good DSLR to start with? Thanks

[emtiaz69jk]

thanks bro.....

[craigcelticmurphy]

cant wait to get this camera

[cryptikonline]

I had purchased a T1i already, but I am essentially a beginner. This video was extremely helpful because it helped me to explore my camera's features and limitations better. I especially did not even look at the software and I am now VERY EXCITED about it. Thank you very much for the fantastic review. When (if) it's time to upgrade in the future, I'll look for you again for sure.

[TYS0NIC]

I've been told you may only be able to shoot 15 mins of video at a time? Can anyone confirm this?

[cameralabs]

@TechManAlex I use whatever camera I'm testing at the time, so right now, it's a Canon S100...

[davenoddy]

great review of the 500D, I bought this model in October 2010 and I just love it. The only problem I have had is the hand grip (right hand side) has become slightly loose and moves when trying to take a shot :0(

[thecrazymusiclover14]

I got this camera today! It was used off of craigs list, but is in amazing condition! I got it for $100!! Like no joke! Pretty awesome deal I would say!(: I love it!(:

[WAZAMEXICO]

@thecrazymusiclover14  WTF? HOW????

[thecrazymusiclover14]

@WAZAMEXICO Hahaha I have no idea!

[WAZAMEXICO]

@thecrazymusiclover14 tell me!!

[nutmeg14609]

Do you have a video how to use the lens- 55-250. I just turn it left or right, but pictures are blurry. So frustrated.

[nutmeg14609]

Thanks for sharing. I have one, already 2yrs old, but still learning how to use it right whenever I need it. Use it for child's sports, dance, parties. Feel lazy reading the manual. Will visit more your video. Again thank you so much.

[iKazai]

How do you do that at: 6:22 I need to learn how whenever I focus It makes some weird sounds pressing the magnify glass someone please teach me!

[iMKsquared]

How many fps can i get from the t1i while shooting 720p video?

[KayoKushBro]

@iMKsquared 30fps

[iMKsquared]

@KayoKushBro oh ok thanks! One more question, When it says "body only" what does that mean? Does it only mean that it doesnt come with a lens, and if thats the case what do you recomend. But the body only then buy a seperate lens or find the camera that comes with one?

[KayoKushBro]

@iMKsquared No prob well body only is just the camera without the lens & i suggest just buying the camera with the lens makes it easier just find one that comes with it ,

[iMKsquared]

@KayoKushBro I search cannon t1i fisheye lens on amazon and one came up for $22. worth it?

[xavierp0nce]

I want this camera :c

[tandtfoundation]

What do you do with these cameras

[cameralabs]

@tandtfoundation They're all on loan from the manufacturers and returned after testing.

[illyria1286]

I have this camera and i absolutley love it! Once you learn how to use it and change the settings to how you want your pictures to turn out, photoshop or photo editing on your computer isnt required.

[Chaluv19]

just went over to youtube looking for reviews on this and i was actually glad this dude is still presenting reviews because i remembered him the last time i bought my first canon dslr in 2009. the reviews are very thorough and detailed. thanks!

[Psychokiller16]

How come at 3:37 you have ISO set to 100 in P mode ? My minimal is 200 ISO .. please help ...

[Infodefender]

@Cameralabs I really do appreciate your style in giving all the pro's and cons to the cameras I am interested in. Thank you for all you invaluable information! I'd also like to let you know your webpage is pretty awesome and really gives a LOT more info than you can provide here on YouTube.

[cameralabs]

@Infodefender Thanks, you're very welcome!

[pilotman322]

When i buy this does the lens come with the camera?

[ponyboyluver15]

The t1i rebel is just the same as the eos 500d? Just differant names? >.>

[channel8100]

THIS CHANNEL NEEDS A DIFFERENT PRESENTER

[cameralabs]

@channel8100 THIS POSTER NEEDS TO FIND THE CAPS LOCK BUTTON AND TURN IT OFF

[AgentJuly19903]

@cameralabs Does it shoot 720/60p? I read that it does, but I wan't it from a pro.

[cameralabs]

@AgentJuly19903 As I recall, it only shoots 720p at 30fps or 1080p at 20fps. You'll need a 550D / T2i or newer to have 720p at 60fps.

[susankohistany]

watch this video in 720 hd

[TheOneEyedRedHead]

does the lens & battery come with the camera? thanks!

[xUnSanity]

@TheOneEyedRedHead yes

[Canon794]

I need to know if you can shoot intil you run out of memory on your SD card. On the Canon rebel t1i/500d will be very helpful.

[freejdj]

@Canon794 no you cant sorry :/ when you run out of memory on your sd card it says "card full" and will stop recording video or taking pictures until u give it an sd card with room to store. If there is not a card in there it says "no card" and wont take pictures or video. hope this helps :)

[Ch3mG33k]

Hm. What's the big difference between this camera and the T2i?

[ludd3E]

Press 4 you will make him blink :)

[yalhooo]

Whats the difference if the body says 500d vs T1i? is it older or what?

[RaspyShiet]

@yalhooo there is no difference, rebel t1i is what you get in the states. as 500d is what you get everywhere else.

[Spacewolf78]

Why doesn't it let you use Liveview on the basic modes? I think that'd be perfect for a closeup shot that you can't be staring into the viewfinder for.

[FlashUser95]

I'm getting this TOMORROW!! I love Canon :)

[tamiltgerzzzzz]

@FlashUser95 have u got the camera???? how is the quality? :)

[FlashUser95]

@tamiltgerzzzzz I have it and i just love the quality so nice in Full HD

[FlashUser95]

@tamiltgerzzzzz I have it and i just love the quality so nice in Full HD :)

[freejdj]

@tamiltgerzzzzz The video quality is VERY good. And when recording video, the camera doesnt shake like a flip camcorder because its heavier. The only downside (in my opinion) is that videos take up ALOT of space! (now, this is the only video camera i have at the moment so i dont know if other camcorders use less space for video.) When i try to upload videos to youtube from this camera it takes FOREVER! (like 1 hour per minute of video!) i only use this camera because of the quality.

[tamiltgerzzzzz]

@freejdj will u recommend me to buy this camera??? :)

[freejdj]

@tamiltgerzzzzz well.... if you are going to use this camera for uploading to youtube... i dont recommend it because of how long it takes to upload and how much space a video takes up on the sd card. If you ARE going to use it for youtube, i hope u got ALOT of patience. But otherwise... this camera takes excellent pictures and the video quality is VERY good. If you are planning on using a camera for youtube... i reccomend a flip ultra hd 3rd generation. Theyre ALOT cheaper now.

[TheMusicIsJustLife]

can you take pictures while you're shooting?

[IDSxProductions]

This or nikon d3100?

[sorenc3612]

For some reason you remind me of Phil Collins...

[filipgosev1]

Can you please tell me which one is better

The Nikon D5000 dual lens kit 18-55 and 55-200mm

Or The Canon EOS 500d ?

[rfalpha]

How important is manual exposure control for movie mode?

Can you give an example wherein I would really need to have manual control in movie mode? I really need this camera, but worried I might regret not having the manual.control for movie mode.

[Phoenix2575]

Im GOOOORDAAAN LAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAANE

[jontyleesP]

As a beginner to SLR's, which ones would be better the Cannon EOS 500D or the Nikon D5000?

Thanks

[jontyleesP]

As a beginer to SLR's, which ones would be better the Cannon EOS 500D or the Nikon D5000?

Thanks

[SpRaGs243]

Hi, I am currently looking at entering the world of DSLR, I have looked at the Nikon D3100 but I have also found deals on the Canon EOS 500D with twin lens. So I have to ask, would the Canon EOS 500D(twin lens) be a better buy than the Nikon D3100 with a 18-55mm lens only? The canon deal is only £160.00 more expensive.

Thanks

[Vincent102094]

Do you think it's better to buy than Pentax K-R

[cameralabs]

@Vincent102094 I cannot recommend Pentax to anyone as they refuse to send me products to test.

[jfsimon1981]

Thanks a Lot.

[prchise]

Gordon, I love your reviews. I think they are the best out there. A simple question for you. Canon 500D or Nikon D3100? I used to own a Canon 350D and changed it for D3100 a few months ago. The D3100's images (JPEGs) are quite soft to what I'm used to with Canon. Your thoughts? (I'm more interested in stills than video capabilities and sometimes I simply cannot be asked to shoot RAW and process them afterwards) Cheerz, mate.

[chojinosebest]

Hey, I have a question about uploading videos to my computer with this camera. Does anyone think they might be able to help?

[Blakeitar06]

what would you recommend the t1i or nikon d3100

[MaybeYourCrazy]

Why are the names different in the UK?

[cameralabs]

@MaybeYourCrazy Sometimes it's to identify grey imports...

[PhotoShopChannel]

@cameralabs what are gray imports?

[Abul1978]

DynamiteChild @MritalkApple : yes, great for beginners, but be aware that the T1i videos isn't MOV, so you'll have to convert if you want to share, otherwise consider the T2i

[FROSTYxTRIX]

@Abul1978 t1i isn't MOV.? mine is

[Abul1978]

@castingsinkers: Class 10 doesn't mean speed, the T1i says you need a minimum 16mbs, i'd recommend at least 22mbps

[MritalkApple]

is this camera a good choice for beginners?

[ashkibala1]

@MritalkApple yes it is great. if you want to, you can even go with 1000D

[JLoftin1]

great review! thanks!!

[khan848419]

helo and hi,,,your videos especially your dslr tips are extremely helpful,,,,can u please tell me how to change the quality of video recording in canon 500d,,i am not been able to switch it to 720p,,,please let me know,,thanks

[DynamiteChild]

Would this be an okay camera for beginners? I want to get a nicer camera than just my plain rectangular digital camera, and I like that this one also shoots decent quality videos.

[JRobertshawUK]

Gordon, where can i legitimately download the canon eos software for wireless shooting? I cant seem to find a download

Thanks

[leapelite1]

this or nikon d3100?

[ScotPhotography]

@leapelite1 canon

[MrPlaystationboy]

Can you use contunues shooting until the card is emptey

[irealETSnipers]

can this take a beach tech xlr adapter or just a mic 

[yocbjone]

really good review, great job!

[richie007brown]

fantastic review

[carlo100067]

try pressing #4 repeatedly at your keyboard.. :) so adorable.. btw thanksGordon!

[codmw2player100]

i have this camera , how i can move the day light ?

[codmw2player100]

You're absolutely awesome hahah :) , I look your reviews for every camera haha :)

[Tech582]

Wow! Really great review, Thanks

[Lumanix1]

Hi Gordon, i was wondering if you can make a video on the Nikon D3100, i really want 2 buy it, but still not sure, im a first uses of DSLR camera, upgrading from compact camera Nikon Coolpix L110. thanks :)

[n0ske1]

how come my t1i doesnt have 6400 iso speed

[cfuehrer]

Why do you require us to watch a commercial before viewing each of your videos?

[cameralabs]

@cfuehrer Because this is my job and last time I went to the supermarket they asked me to pay for the food.

[AgentJuly19903]

@cameralabs Wait, so u CAN'T plug in the microphone on top of the DSLR itself?

[ashkibala1]

@cameralabs i didn't see any commercial :s

[zDrMajor]

You say that the max iso is 12 800 but mine only goes up to 3200... why? =(

[pvspiero]

May I ask what would the sensor of the camera deliver if you try taking a photo without any lens at all?

[Lumanix1]

u should do unboxing videos as well, it would look fantastic

[cameralabs]

@Lumanix1 Sorry, that's not my scene!

[SuperShadow781]

hooray you can skip ads

[cat325ccr]

2:25 what is that black button!?!?

[Svhsgirl]

Dude..Are you really holding it with 2 fingers?? OMG

[Link2point0]

do you need any speshel lens for shooting the videos or no

[skateboarder700]

0:01

[SASHA43260]

Hey am sasha from uganda,irealy like the 550d canon camera,bt i wana know ,when u buy the camers does it come with the full package,like different lens,battery,the stand.Pliz help me

[iamthewinner12345671]

my cameras iso speed only goes to 3200 and its the same camera, is there somethin i dont know??

[seejanerun7smith]

Wow! Amazingly helpful!  Thanks

[do95070]

I want to make an investment on this camera does anyone know the lifespan on these babies?

[MrTheWatcher2]

I want thank you. It's a pleasure to watch you're reviews and the knowledge I gleam is appreciated. I do check out you're channel and I see you respond quickly to questions, another big plus, again, thanks for the great work!

[bensmusicworld]

I'm more interest in the camera than the advert.

[bensmusicworld]

I'm more interest in the camera than thee advert.

[ttererauld]

I would like to know wich is better; this one or the Nikon d3100? :)

[NikeMike417]

would it be fair to compare this EOS 500D with Sony's Alpha 500?

[zbysz]

Hi, great rev.,  you gave a sort of diffrent look on the camera than all the other reviewers. Great job. I just have one question. Is it possible to record videos when connected to the PC, or can we only take pictures?

[cruzerXcrossXfire]

Can this camera take better videos than the panasonic HD60/TM60/SD60 camcorder?

[iDirtyDianaX]

i own this cam but i wasn't sure on how to use it 'cause i'm not used to hightech dslr cams but i see that overall it's a very nice cam :)

[Hussam231]

ur the best at reviewing!

[malnsk]

are there any good comparison videos of the t1i and t2i. maybe even yours.

[KaReLlEsS711]

@malnsk The T1i is the exact same camera as the T2i. There's barely a difference. I'd say, if you want to shoot video more than pictures, spend the extra $200 and pick up a T2i. It gives more options for video such as a 24fps 1080p over 20. If your just looking at pictures, not so much video, go for the T1i. The 1080p 20fps looks fine to me, and with the right work, you can make the video look just as good as the T2i. Hope I helped.

[IsaSartor]

Just bought mine yesterday! And i was wondering, is there any lens that's able to "boost" de 1080p video recording?

[LickingMugs]

Could one record video using the PC software?

[colleenjeanne1619]

what's a good memory card to get for this camera? i just ordered it today!

[SkateForKG]

i wan to get this infact im getting it fir christmas ty ive been wanting to know about it

[SkateForKG]

is this a good camera for fast shots like i am a surfer and need a camera is 3.4 shots a second good enough

[MissMaxine91]

So, it has a rechargable battery!?!?!

[SavageHardstyle]

@MissMaxine91 ......yeah.

[staticenz]

Does this camera have adjustable shutter speed?

[SavageHardstyle]

@staticenz Of course it does, you absolute tool.

[staticenz]

@SavageHardstyle

What in the fuck? A simple yes would've done just fine.. This is a gift for someone, I'm not all up to date on all the camera tech shit. Thanks though for the answer "you absolute tool". lol

[iDirtyDianaX]

@staticenz

LOLOL

[N0sPr4Yu]

im thinking about buying this camera for videos. i really want to get into filmography/photography and i feel like DSLRs like this that shoot video are probably my best bet. do you reccomend? btw its for bmx videos that would have alot of moving shots.. do you think it would do good on a tripod ? is the lens very shaky?

[RobBeresford]

Can you plug an external microphone for a better audio for the camera? x

[crapsite]

@RobBeresford he says in this video about 3 mins in that you can't

[skatechocolate12]

that program is so sick.

[deoayotube]

hello ! thanx for the review... just wondering if there is Auto focus on the video? because i dont know how to cotnrol depth of field on video

[TheGeekCoolGuy]

Would a class 10 memory card work with this?

[hddr3]

@TheGeekCoolGuy yes, any class sd card will work in this camera

[xoxostephanie101]

Ok, i am verry new to the DSLR cameras, i have only ever had a 'pocket' camera and am ready to upgrade to a DSLR. I am looking at getting a T1I and this video helped me undertsand it much more, thank you! But one more thing, is this camera good at taking photos of fast moving things. ex- running dog, flying bird.

[MrYonomequejo]

gordon,you are amazing,the best reviews here in youtube! im watching sice 2 years ago!

[pouleto1]

i love your reviews man thank you...

[swedilli]

Hey, i just bought my canon 500D in sweden, and i don't know if there is suppoused to be any difference, but i was checking your video and i found something different. My ISO range just gets to 3200, not to 12800. Is it the camera or is it that i just haven't find it? Help please!!!

[SUPERSS90]

What do you think about the nikon L110?

[fastnsexy]

i was gonna get an XSi but wanted this since it has a video record option. is the video option worth it? or should i just get something cheap like a XS and a separate video recorder? thx

[MichaelKhanTV]

WOW, I think I'm going to get this!!! It's only 500 bucks. Good review, though what camera are you using to record this video?

[chrisaIves]

can anyone tell me why my t1i only records about 35-45 seconds of 720p video before saying 'busy' at the bottom and then stopping the recording?

[cameralabs]

@chrisaIves Sounds like your card is too slow - you'll really need class 6 or faster to avoid slowdowns, although class 4 might do at a push.

[chrisaIves]

@cameralabs

my card is a class 4, and was 45 dollars. that sucks if it's because of my card. :(

[johnmark0221]

@cameralabs yes its true,.this was my problem before since i had a 16gb class 2, but i consulted the canon.ca, and they told me that i should get class 6 or higher..

[jacklimsws]

@johnmark0221 is 500d good for you ? Beause i heard someone say 500 d is sucks , get 550d better .

[castingsinkers]

@cameralabs how can you tell what class an sd card is?

[castingsinkers]

@cameralabs i have a class 10 on my t2i and it sometimes stops on its own and sometimes doesnt. WTF?

[hawiianpwr]

Just want to tell you thank you! You really helped me narrow down to the Canon T1I and love it!

[EvanBobbitt]

Great Review!!! I want that camera sooooo bad!!!!!

[jedexy]

is this camera a crop frame or full frame?

[anassleanass]

Hi Gordon

I'm buying my first DSLR ever, and I was wondering wich one to choose between those 2 cameras : Canon EOS 500D and the Nikon D90, and also while comparating, please make sure you comparate the price too.

Thanks

[droned23]

how long wil it take a video for withuot stoping

[DartAmps]

I own this camera its very awesome, but im am also dissapointed with the 1080p mode, and i wish it had a microphone input for the 720p

[Jasonyx7Joy]

very informative , could you make review on Nikon D3100 please

[Jasonyx7Joy]

make video on nikon d3100 plz

[CJessie800]

sooo.. I might seem dumb for asking this, but I'm gonna go right ahead and ask..

does it take batteries or is it re-chargeable?

[keeshie72]

So the body doesn't have built in Image Stabilization?

[Smart7777]

Great review!