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Originally Posted by Great Expectations
Thank you, would a Canon EOS 20D be better?
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Compared to the XTi (assuming you're buying used), I'd probably go with the 20D. In terms of the guts, there probably isn't much difference between the two. They both have a 9-point AF and the same image processor, but the 20D would give you a more sturdy magnesium alloy body and a little better fps rate. For normal use, I doubt you'd see much difference between the 8.2MP in the 20D vs. the 10.1 in the XTi.
Basically, you'll find that many of the features that appeared in the older higher-end models get flowed down to the newer entry-level models fairly quickly, so while the 20D was quite a camera six years ago, you can find better features in a newer lower-end model like the T1i.
I'd say that if you're able to get into a used 20D with a kit lens for $300 or less, you're getting a pretty good value. It won't have a lot of the "whistles and bells" of the newer DSLR's, but it would be a sturdy camera that's capable of some very nice images when paired with a quality lens.