I just got a new camera, the Canon EOS Rebel T3i, so today I'm going to be doing a comparison of three different cameras: a DSLR(Canon T3i), a Point and Shoot(Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS), and an iPhone 6S. I'll be doing a review/guide on the T3i sometime later after I've mastered the camera but I've spent a day with the camera and I'm starting to get the hang of it. The main categories we'll be going over are: megapixels/image quality, functions(internal and external), and cost. Keep in mind that the T3i costs the most for the camera, and it produces the best quality images. However, it costs a whole lot more and is a lot harder to use because of all the functions and lenses. Test #1: Auto Shooting ModeThe Canon cameras both have dedicated Auto Modes, but the iPhone is only auto, I believe. There doesn't seem to be a way to set ISO or exposure. Auto Modes basically set ISO/exposure for you automatically so you don't have to do any work. The iPhone actually seems to have the most detail here. The PowerShot has a very bad image quality. The T3i doesn't have as much contrast as the iPhone. test #2: Program Shooting ModeAgain, both of the Canon cameras have dedicated Program shooting modes, while the iPhone only has an automatic shooting mode. The Program Shooting mode sets the shutter speed and aperture automatically for you, but lets you set ISO, WB, focus, as well as some other things. The Canon T3i definitely has the best quality here. It's bright and high quality. The other two don't have enough but the iPhone needs more than the PowerShot. Test #3: FunctionsHere, we'll look at functions, both internal and external, like the ISO range, as well as stereo inputs/outputs.
If we compare external functions, the Canon T3i definitely has the most by a long shot. There's not even an HDMI/mic input for the iPhone and the PowerShot. Now, let's compare internal functions. We'll be taking a look at three main functions: ISO range, Aperture range, and Shutter speed range. The iPhone doesn't seem to have these functions available to edit so I'll just compare the two Canon cameras. The Canon PowerShot has two image shooting modes: auto and program. Neither allow you to set shutter speed and aperture, so those don't really matter. The maximum ISO on it is only 1600, which is quite low. The Canon T3i has a Manual Shooting mode which enables full customization of the photo. The biggest shutter speed value is BULB, or until you take your hand off the shutter release. The smallest shutter speed value is 1/4000th of a second. The lowest aperture is 4.0, and the largest is 25. The minimum ISO is 100 and the maximum is 6400. If we compare external and internal functions, the T3i is a clear winner, but not without some previous knowledge. Test #4: Image QualityThe Canon PowerShot can take an image at a max of 12.1 megapixels. The image dimensions are 4000x3000. The Canon T3i can take an image at a max of 18 megapixels. The image dimensions are 5184x3486. The iPhone 6S can take an image at a max of 12.1 megapixels. The image dimensions are 4032x3024. Here's another set of images taken by each camera. The iPhone 6S has terrible lighting, and the Canon T3i has just a little sharper quality than the PowerShot. The image taken by the PowerShot is a lot blurrier. TEST #4: CostThis will be for the body, and in the case of the T3i, the lens as well(an 18-55 mm lens). All prices are taken off Amazon.com. The iPhone 6S was about $325 for a new one with 64 GB of storage, but the price went down to $275 for a 16 GB one. You can buy it here. The Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS was around $30 for the silver version but went up to $400 for a brown colored one. You can buy it here. The Canon EOS Rebel T3i costs around $770 for a new one but around $325 for a used one. This includes the 18-55 mm lens which costs around $100. You can buy the entire kit here. ConclusionSo, which camera is the best? For the cost, I'd say it would be the PowerShot. It takes medium quality photos and is really cheap. For the quality, no doubt it's the T3i. And for simplicity, I'd go with the iPhone 6S. However, the iPhone 6S doesn't seem to have good lighting, but has okay contrast/colors.
If you're trying to decide between a point and shoot and a DSLR, here's some advice: if you've already used a point and shoot before, buy a DSLR. If you haven't used cameras that much(and be modest) then get a point and shoot. Point and Shoots are a lot simpler, easier to use, cost-effective, get the job done, and are also lightweight. DSLRs do have advantages over Point and Shoots but I'd recommend a point and shoot as a first camera. Do NOT start with a DSLR if you've haven't used a camera before, or have little experience(again, be modest). So far, my T3i has been working great and I definitely recommend it as a camera! It also has an articulating LCD meaning that the LCD can flip out and turn around 180 degrees so you can see it while filming yourself. The T3i is discontinued but it's still a great entry-level DSLR.
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