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Canon Rebel Digital SLR Camera
$829.99 + $5 Standard Shipping
Condition: New

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woot has gone upscale!

mannn i want this.......................

This is not a good deal Woot. You can get this at Best Buy for 899.99. Not to mention you can get it with a package deal with another lens, since I imagine you will want something for at least 55-135/150 and save even more. If they were selling this for say 750 or 699,that's a great Woot quality deal. Not BB prices.

Nice camera, but Fry's has this combo for $750.

http://dealnews.com/Canon-Rebel-T4-i-18-MP-DSLR-w-18-55-mm-IS-Lens-for-750-free-shipping/612224.html

Sakusami wrote:This is not a good deal Woot. You can get this at Best Buy for 899.99. Not to mention you can get it with a package deal with another lens, since I imagine you will want something for at least 55-135/150 and save even more. If they were selling this for say 750 or 699,that's a great Woot quality deal. Not BB prices.

Must be a crappy seller on Amazon.

Buy 3!

Yeah, it's essentially a $15 savings over Amazon's regular price if you're a Prime user. ($849 on Amazon for the same kit.)

849 on amazon vs 835 woot? nothing to WOOT! about here....

This is a spectacular camera (a good friend has a similar model), but as mentioned above, it's not being offered at a Woot-worthy price. It is, however, worth this price if you are looking for a very nice prosumer camera.

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Previous woot where they sold the T3I and T3 too:
http://www.woot.com/forums/viewpost.aspx?postid=5142257&pageindex=1&replycount=118

Webpage for the manuals:
http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/cameras/slr_cameras/eos_rebel_t4i_18_135mm_is_stm_lens_kit?selectedName=BrochuresAndManuals
can't make direct link to the manuals. Sorry.

Mitty wrote:Yeah, it's essentially a $15 savings over Amazon's regular price if you're a Prime user. ($849 on Amazon for the same kit.)

And what's the price if you're a non-Prime user?

TSOG wrote:And what's the price if you're a non-Prime user?

I think it's the same, if you use super-saver shipping.

sorry woot, http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=canon+t4i+18-55&hl=en&prmd=imvns&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.r_qf.&biw=1246&bih=786&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=10776927502603298098&sa=X&ei=WiZMUOb5N62r2AWit4CAAg&ved=0CFcQ8wIwAA#scoring=tp

$729.99

jpstrings wrote:sorry woot, http://www.google.com/products/catalog?q=canon+t4i+18-55&hl=en&prmd=imvns&bav=on.2,or.r_gc.r_pw.r_cp.r_qf.&biw=1246&bih=786&um=1&ie=UTF-8&tbm=shop&cid=10776927502603298098&sa=X&ei=WiZMUOb5N62r2AWit4CAAg&ved=0CFcQ8wIwAA#scoring=tp

$729.99

Specifically, the link below. Anyone know if DAXMART is on the level? Never heard of it.

$730

I had problems fitting this into my shirt pocket so I squeezed it into my back pocket. Here's a hint: close the flash and retract the lens before putting it in your back pocket (by turning it off). It makes sitting more comfortable.

From CNet Tech Deals

Canon Rebel T4i DSLR, 2 IS Lenses, Printer for $898 after rebate + free shipping
Hotness:
BuyDig offers the Canon EOS Rebel T4i 18-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera Body with the CanonEF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Lens (pictured), model no. 6558B003, CanonEF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS II Lens, model no. 2044B002, Samsung32GB SDHC Flash Memory Card, model no. MB-SSBGA/US, CanonPixma Pro9000 Mark II Photo Printer, model no. 3295B002, ZeikosCompact Deluxe Gadget Bag, and twoother items for $898 with free shipping via the directions below. Even excluding the extras, that's $140 under the lowest total price we could find for the camera, lenses, and printer when purchased separately elsewhere.

The camera features a 3" vari-angle touchscreen LCD, 5 fps continuous shooting speed, and improved autofocus when compared to the T3i. It also features 1080p video recording, mini HDMI output, SDHC/MMC card slot, USB, and more. The printer features an 8-color ink system, up to 4800x2400 resolution, up to 13" x 19" borderless prints, image correction, USB connectivity, PictBridge support, and more. The three other items included are a protective filter and professional dust blower. Rebate ends September 30. To get this deal:

1. Add the CanonEOS Rebel T4i 18MP DSLR and 18-55mm IS Lens Bundle to cart for $1,049
2. add the CanonPixma Pro9000 Mark II Photo Printer to cart for $349 ($1,398 total)
3. apply code "EMBCDSLRGRP50" to drop it to $1,298
4. redeem this $400rebate for a net price of $898

Although a Digpro case is pictured, the product page links to the Zeikos model listed above.

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Scroll down a little for the deal. There's also a deal on the Canon Rebel T3i 18MP DSLR, lens, more for $500 after rebate + free shipping on there as well. A little more money (after a rebate) and you get a memory card and a printer as well. But you have to deal with a $400 rebate.

Attn "Gym photographers"" I hate to dump cold water on your hopes, but the "kit" lenses that come with these cameras are no better than the ones on your compact camera for indoor action use. F/5.6 is STILL f/5.6.

You will need to spend more money, or perhaps get a 50mm f/1.8 (about $100), but it won't zoom in, as it doesn't zoom!

There's a reason why sports photographers use $3,000 lenses.

acidcasualty wrote:Specifically, the link below. Anyone know if DAXMART is on the level? Never heard of it.

$730

I have heard of 42nd Street Photo. $789. I just want to point out that this woot price is not the lowest deal on the net. At least this time.

jpstrings wrote:I have heard of 42nd Street Photo. $789. I just want to point out that this woot price is not the lowest deal on the net. At least this time.

Indeed. I'm becoming disenfranchised with Woot. :/

jpstrings wrote:I have heard of 42nd Street Photo. $789. I just want to point out that this woot price is not the lowest deal on the net. At least this time.

We're looking into it and we're forwarding these things on to necessary people!

inkycatz wrote:We're looking into it and we're forwarding these things on to necessary people!

Good. In the Golden Age of Woot, this would have been $699 or something.

really? we're back to censorship? ok then this is an awesome deal. I can't imagine a better deal than this one.

kwelles wrote:really? we're back to censorship? ok then this is an awesome deal. I can't imagine a better deal than this one.

Wow. I saw your original post. There was nothing in it that hasn't already been said that hasn't been censored.

Geez, Woot.

Holy frog frick on toast!
Another camera!?

Dagnamit Woot. How bout a toaster or, a video cassette rewinder or, slippers? I sure could use a nice pair of slippers...

sheesh....

Anybody else find it irritating that reading the product description involves starting out on the right side of the screen, then jumping over to the left side (where God intended it to be)?

wootdougwoot wrote:Holy frog frick on toast!
Another camera!?

Dagnamit Woot. How bout a toaster or, a video cassette rewinder or, slippers? I sure could use a nice pair of slippers...

sheesh....

Aw y'know if it would have been a toaster, everyone would say it belongs on home, right?

mja1962 wrote:Anybody else find it irritating that reading the product description involves starting out on the right side of the screen, then jumping over to the left side (where God intended it to be)?

It's good feedback, but I'm not sure it goes with the camera discussion, and I'd hate for it to get lost in that. You totally should send that using the beta feedback button though.

radi0j0hn wrote:Attn "Gym photographers"" I hate to dump cold water on your hopes, but the "kit" lenses that come with these cameras are no better than the ones on your compact camera for indoor action use. F/5.6 is STILL f/5.6.

You will need to spend more money, or perhaps get a 50mm f/1.8 (about $100), but it won't zoom in, as it doesn't zoom!

There's a reason why sports photographers use $3,000 lenses.

If you aren't completely in love with white lenses you can get this Sigma for under a thousand. The IS (they call it "OS") version is $1300.

They are more than the camera, true, but they are significantly less than $3000.

I've got an older version I got on eBay eleven years ago for my film camera that I still use often. I haven't shot indoor sports, but I have shot bands playing in clubs, with just stage lighting, which is a pretty dark environment.

I'll be trying some roller derby in a few weeks, so we'll see how that goes.

This isn't a sporting event, but it is existing light, and they were moving pretty fast, and you can still read the text on the bottle (if you look at a larger image).

I also use the lens to shorten depth of field, which is a lot harder with smaller sensor cameras unless you can combine a large aperture with a long focal length.

Here's an example of that. While they weren't moving quickly, the bottles were moving toward me on a conveyor belt.

This is a pretty advanced camera for folks just getting into photography. For camera freshmans - like myself, I find my Nikon D3100 (Nikon's entry level DSLR) takes great pictures at sporting events (and everywhere else).

Of course professional photographers have awesome glass to go with their cameras. You probably won't notice. That said, you also probably don't need this camera. A Canon T3i or Nikon D3100/D5100 with suit you just fine!

ps. check out lenshero.com for great reviews on all sorts of lenses for whatever camera you have. Great for finding out when a Sigma/Tamron lens is a good deal over a stock Canon/Nikon lens.

honestly, I don't think this is that good of a deal. If you're just getting into photography, the D3200 is a much better camera at a lower price. The D5100 is also cheaper, and performs much better in low light.

I'm not to sure on the newer Canon's but in general if you know to use the manual settings you can get some pretty good shots with a kit lens. I've used an older Canon, and a Nikon D5100 with kit lenses to shot concerts, and gotten some pretty good shots even with people running, and jumping. These shows were at night, and considerably darker than "gyms" would be.

radi0j0hn wrote:Attn "Gym photographers"" I hate to dump cold water on your hopes, but the "kit" lenses that come with these cameras are no better than the ones on your compact camera for indoor action use. F/5.6 is STILL f/5.6.

You will need to spend more money, or perhaps get a 50mm f/1.8 (about $100), but it won't zoom in, as it doesn't zoom!

There's a reason why sports photographers use $3,000 lenses.

jpstrings wrote:I have heard of 42nd Street Photo. $789. I just want to point out that this woot price is not the lowest deal on the net. At least this time.

FYI, 42nd Street Photo is not accredited by The Better Business Bureau, and has an F rating based on 20 complaints in the last 3 years.

Maybe I've gotten too greedy, but I like to get more than a $15 to $18 savings when I buy at Woot. Here it is at Amazon, Woot's parent company, for $849 with free shipping, no tax and fully guaranteed:

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-Rebel-18-0-Digital-18-55mm/dp/B00894YWD0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1347171900&sr=8-1&keywords=Canon+EOS+Rebel+T4i+Digital+SLR+and+18-55+IS+II+Lens+Kit

acidcasualty wrote:Specifically, the link below. Anyone know if DAXMART is on the level? Never heard of it.

$730

FYI, DaxMart is not accredited by The Better Business Bureau, and has an F rating based on 11 complaints in the last 3 years.

sdc100 wrote:FYI, 42nd Street Photo is not accredited by The Better Business Bureau, and has an F rating based on 20 complaints in the last 3 years.

sdc100 wrote:FYI, DaxMart is not accredited by The Better Business Bureau, and has an F rating based on 11 complaints in the last 3 years.

Then again, Woot is also not accredited by The Better Business Bureau, and has an F rating based on 61 complains within the last 3 years. That said, the BBB rating does NOT match my experience at all. I do A LOT of online shopping (look at my Woot status), and Woot is among the Top 3 vendors in terms of customer service. I've had a few problems, but Woot has always solved them in my favor -- even when it's my fault.

inkycatz wrote:Aw y'know if it would have been a toaster, everyone would say it belongs on home, right?

I've been waiting FAR too long for a good toaster again... I moved, my mother in law kept the bread box toaster, and I bought a cheap one, sure that Woot would save me, and whatcha know, NO TOASTERS.

As for the camera deal, fifty to a hundred bucks is a lot of money in the overall scheme of things, and honestly, 20 bucks cheaper than Amazon where something can be returned because you didn't like the color of the delivery packaging, and they pay for return shipping, well...

Hopefully, by the morning, the right people will get on the phone, get ticked off at the parent company for pricing so close, and honor the same $100 instant rebate, and get us a better deal.

sdc100 wrote:Then again, Woot is also not accredited by The Better Business Bureau, and has an F rating based on 61 complains within the last 3 years. That said, the BBB rating does NOT match my experience at all. I do A LOT of online shopping (look at my Woot status), and Woot is among the Top 3 vendors in terms of customer service. I've had a few problems, but Woot has always solved them in my favor -- even when it's my fault.

The BBB is overrated. And underfunded.