Updated Canon Rebel 4Ti ( 650D )Review

As I continue to use the Canon Rebel 4Ti,  I would like to share my impressions of this Camera.

The build of this camera, 

The build of this camera, while not sealed like the professional models, is solid. The Rebel 4Ti is lighter[1] and smaller than the professional Canon 7D.[2] The decrease in weight is welcome; it is light enough not to hesitate carrying it with you anywhere.[3] Although smaller than the 7D and 5D professional cameras, it feels comfortable in your hands. Aside from size, it has many technological improvements and professional features.

The buttons and the touch screen 

The buttons and the touch screen are positive and responsive. The buttons have sufficient spacing and differentiation so that you won’t touch the wrong buttons and bring up a different function or menu than you were intending.[4] 


Although the camera is missing the information LCD on the top plate, the touch screen gives you easy access to all camera functions. It also allows you to focus on exactly the spot you want and take the photo as well. The functions of the touch screen are also available with buttons and menus if you prefer that method. 

Sharp Images, Accurate Focus, Accurate Meter

Due to the sensor and other refinements, I find the Rebel 4Ti takes sharp, accurately focused and metered photographs. Even at high ISO, it seems to take pictures as good as or better than the 7D professional model. I strongly recommend purchasing the better canon lens (as indicated in my prior notes on the Rebel 4Ti) for this model.

Since the lens is additional, the Canon Rebel 4Ti can cover close shots including macro (depending on the lens) more smoothly than the Canon G1X. 

Remote Control Flash

Another cool feature is that the Rebel 4Ti has an infared  transmitter in it that allows the built in flash to act as a master flash and control an external flash as a slave wirelessly. This is a very handy feature that I used this morning to shoot a few still life shots. I was able to place the external flash ten feet from the camera, did not need a connecting cord and got beautifully exposed bounce lighting for my subject.

Really Right Stuff (RRS) Quick Release Plate

One accessory I would add is the Really Right Stuff B600D: Plate for Canon 600D.[5] Not only does this plate allow rapid attachment and release from a Really Right Stuff ball head on a tripod or monopod, but it also has a lug to attach the BosStrap sling strap to the bottom of the camera without blocking the tripod socket or interfering with a tripod mount. The RRS plate also moves the BosStrap to a position, which does not interfere with the swiveling touch screen.[6] If you have questions  or would like to order the RRS Quick Release plate, please email me.

Many of the photos that you are seeing on my blog are taken with the Canon Rebel 4Ti and Canon lenses.

One negative with the Canon Rebel 4Ti is that you cannot put grid lines in the optical viewfinder. You can, however, place one of two grid patterns in the live view mode.

Document your activities and have FUN with a great camera

So document your activities with a quality camera, which is light, well made and   fun to use. If you want to use creative or manual professionals functions, this camera provides plenty of options.   You can purchase the Canon Rebel 4Ti at the following link.
  

If you purchase the camera please feel free to post a question or a comment on my blog.

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[1] The Rebel 4Ti body is

·       13 oz lighter than the 7D body and smaller than the 7D.

·       1 oz. heavier and a few mm bigger than the Canon G1X power shot camera.

[2] Canon 7D and the Canon Rebel 4Ti have a similar 18mp sensor but in some ways, the Canon Rebel’s seems more advanced because it is a hybrid sensor which allows you to use phase detection focus in live view (stills) and in movie mode.

[3] If you are just going to carry the camera, I recommend the Think Tank 20 holster.

[4] Although the smaller Canon G1X, is a great camera, the buttons are too close together and so sensitive that I found myself constantly pressing the wrong button … going into movie mode or one of the menus that I did not want.

[5] B600D plate should fit the 4Ti due to the similarities with the 3Ti. As per their website, RRS has not indicated that they will be making a plate specific to the 4Ti

[6] When the BosStrap is attached to the left camera lug, it sometimes gets in the way of the swivel screen. It is easily pushed aside but I believe mounting the BosStrap will be more convenient.