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Canon EOS 70D DSLR Camera Body: From horse races to soccer games, freeze action-packed moments with the help of this DSLR camera. Record stunning high definition videos and capture fine details even in low light. Built-in Wi-Fi lets you print, share and transfer images quickly and easily. Because it has a wide range of manual settings, it is sure to meet the needs of photographers of all skill levels.Memory card sold separately.
Customer Rating
5
Incredible Evolution of the series
on October 1, 2013
Posted by: Keyan
As an owner of the Canon 60D (I actually wrote the featured review of that camera on this site), when Canon announced the 70D it checked every single box for an upgrade for me. It has a new sensor, 19 point all cross type phase autofocus when using the view finder, faster frames per second, a touch screen, wifi, and the most advanced video autofocus ever put into a DSLR to date.
First off, the sensor. It is a 20.2mp sensor with a new system Canon is calling Dual Pixel AF - what does that mean for you? It means that all of those pixels are actually split into two independent receptors that the camera uses to determine if the pixel is in focus or not using the same principles of light that the phase detect system through the viewfinder uses. This means that when using liveview and video that the camera locks focus on your subject and stays locked on as you or the subject move. With the touch screen, you can tap on the object you want the camera to follow during video and it will track that object with pretty good accuracy, even tracking kids running around. For stills, you can enable the touch shutter and just tap on what you want the subject to be, and the camera will instantly focus there and take the shot. It can also do autofocus down to f/11 - a huge advantage if you are using a slower lens and a teleconverter to get more reach. No longer do I need to haul around a camcorder or another camera to get autofocus during video, this one does it and does it extremely well. For best AF performance during video you should have an STM lens.
For stills, I still find that nothing beats the control and flexibility of the viewfinder on a DSLR, and the 70D does not disappoint there either. The viewfinder is nice and bright, although not quite as big as the 4 year old (and still more expensive) 7D and it does not display the entire frame, instead only showing 98%, which is still more than enough and an improvement over the 60D's 96%. The two big features here are the intelligent viewfinder and the 19 point all cross type AF system. The 70D has an intelligent viewfinder that only displays the active focus point, your metering area when using spot metering, your focus area when using all points or zone, grids can be optionally turned on or off, and one of the best features (that even the 7D lacks) is a full time horizontal level so you always know exactly where level is when taking a shot. This combined with an advanced (and customizable) focus tracking engine means excellent focus performance when tracking moving objects, as well as much more flexibility than the 60D offers on where the subject is in the frame and where you set the focus point.
Other features: The wifi is actually very useful, allowing for wireless transfers of images to your PC with the included software, or direct uploads to several web services. The other really cool feature is the ability to remotely control the camera using an Android or iOS device - the camera can even become its own hotspot, allowing for remote control even when out and away from more traditional wifi. The touchscreen makes using the menus a breeze, which is also important for entering text like the passphrase for a wireless network, no need to hunt and select single characters with a mess of key presses. The touchscreen is also integrated very well for liveview and video shooting. The screen itself is articulated, which, when combined with the touch focus and shutter options, allows for very effective use of the camera at odd shooting angles. Ergonomically, the 70D is a step up from the Rebel series with dual control wheels, a top LCD, and more direct access buttons for controlling settings.
Finally, image quality. The 70D has the best image quality of all of the Canon APS-C cameras, especially when shooting jpeg as the Digic5+ does a great job of cleaning up noise. ISO 6400 is perfectly useable, and even 12,800 looks good. It can also fire away at up to 7 frames per second, which is great for action shooting. The new sensor and processor combination leads to a camera that is excellent at being a camera..and a lot more.
Overall, the 70D is just a really great camera. It does so many things and does them all well. You really can't go wrong with one.
My Best Buy number: 0538103235
What's great about it: Autofocus performance, low light performance, responsiveness
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
5
Ease of Use
5
Features
5
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This refrigerator features a FreshChill temperature management system to maintain food freshness and adjustable glass shelves with Spill Shield technology to help contain spills. Organize and store your fresh food in the FreshVue drawer.Product specs and dimensions (PDF)
Customer Rating
5
An excellent fridge
on May 31, 2013
Posted by: Keyan
The kitchen in our new home is all KitchenAid Architect Series II appliances so this was the natural choice of a fridge to match the other appliances. This fridge is great, large capacity and good features. The wide fridge drawer is great for platters or for kids snacks and it comes with a set of movable (or removable for large platters) dividers to help make the most of it. 2 gallons of milk can fit in the right side door on a single shelf, freeing up the rest of the fridge for the rest of your stuff.
One of the best features of this fridge is the fast and measured fill. The water from the filter tastes great and it fills your glasses much more quickly than most in the door fridges will. The best feature though is the measured fill mode. Need a cup of water for a recipe? Tell it you want a cup, and press dispense, and it will give you exactly a cup. You can set it to ounces, cups, or liters to meet any recipe or to fill your glasses or water bottles. This feature is something that will spoil you quickly. As far as I know only Whirlpool (KitchenAid is a Whirlpool brand) fridges can do this and it is a highlight feature.
Overall we are really pleased with this fridge and would recommend it.
My Best Buy number: 538103235
What's great about it: 4 door design, fast measured fill
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy high-definition visuals with this Acer T-Series 23" widescreen flat-panel LED monitor that features Windows 8 10-point touch capability for easy navigation of Web pages and more. The 100,000,000:1 contrast ratio delivers brilliant colors.
Customer Rating
5
Great display
on January 29, 2013
Posted by: Keyan
Wow, this display blows me away. It's surreal being able (and wanting) to touch the monitor with Windows 8. I use this on my custom built desktop, and it is a very new experience to touch the monitor. Touch response is accurate and a lot of fun.
Image quality is what you would expect from a high-end IPS monitor, bright, well saturated, and consistent images from corner to corner, which is key for things like photo editing and gaming. Overall it is a noticeable step up from my previous (and not shabby) Samsung edge-lit LED.
The integrated speakers are nothing to write home about, but they work to give you basic audio, and right now I am reducing my overall PC footprint so it's out with the Logitech 5.1 speakers and I am using these for basic stuff..for gaming I have a headset.
Every cable you could need is included, VGA, DVI, HDMI, Audio, and USB, which is required for the touch screen to function as the video cables do not carry data back to the PC. It also has a 3 port USB 3.0 hub, which is great for things like mobile devices and cameras, or to charge up wireless mice or keyboards. I have managed to declutter my space as I don't need a USB hub on my desk anymore either.
Overall this monitor looks great on the desk, nice clean lines. The kickstand takes a lot of force to get to lock into the first position, I find the first lock point to be perfect as the monitor sits just below eye level on my desk so the angle, for me, is dead on. It is also more natural for your wrist if the surface is inclined for the touch screen. If you really want it straight up, it supports standard VESA mounts so you can position it at any angle you want.
The glossy screen is necessary for touch and doesn't show finger prints too badly, especially when the display is on and not totally black. You will see some reflection in it, so in a strongly backlit area it may not work as well. I found that after a few minutes of using it I didn't notice the reflection anymore. As one other review mentioned, my first copy of this screen did have some debris stuck between the touch layer and the display glass. Check your display when you get one and look for stuff stuck between the layers. As always Best Buy exchanged it out for another one with no real hassle, and this one is clean.
Overall, I am very impressed with the display and am now getting used to having both a great display and the new aspect of touch to make my computing experience even more enjoyable and interactive.
What's great about it: Great image quality, 10 point multi-touch, every cable in the box
What's not so great: Check the glass....
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Design
5
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Enhance your home entertainment with this Toshiba SBX4250 soundbar system that features 300W total system power for robust audio and includes a 6-1/2" wireless active subwoofer to deliver dynamic bass. The wall-mountable design allows ideal placement.
Customer Rating
3
How badly I wanted to like it..
on January 16, 2013
Posted by: Keyan
I really wanted to like this sound bar. It is one of the few that can actually replace a receiver and it has a ton of input options, 2 HDMI and two optical (and one analog RCA), letting you directly connect your components to it instead of relying on the TV to switch the audio (my older non-ARC TV will only pass stereo over it's optical link).
It also has Bluetooth and a front panel display so you can tell what is going with the unit, what volume level it is at, etc, which is another feature that most soundbars don't have.
The sound quality is decent on the unit, although the crossover for male voices between the sub and the sound bar is a little annoying, I found that in general male voices were about 75% in the main speakers and 25% out of the subwoofer, causing them to be somewhat muddled. Every time I change the channel on my cable the audio pops when the channel starts to change and pops again when the next channel comes up. It's not loud but it's noticeable.
The biggest downfall of the unit, for me, is that it simply refuses to work correctly with my Harmony One remote. There is no direct way for the remote to set the correct input on the Toshiba, so it has to cycle through each input until it gets to the right one. If this gets out of sync it will cause problems, and this is where the biggest issue comes in. The two simply don't work together. Commands are only accepted by the sound bar occasionally from the Harmony remote. I have tried to tweak all of the settings (delays, etc) that you can to get it to work right and the two just refuse to talk to each other reliably. This is the first device I have had that just won't work with a Harmony remote, and it is very disappointing that they won't work well together. The whole point of a Harmony remote is to get rid of extra ones, and in this case I can't use this unit and put its remote away.
Overall this is a decent option if you don't want it to work with a Harmony remote, but for me that combined with the audio popping during channel changes and the somewhat odd crossover for voices is a deal breaker and I'll be exchanging the unit for a different one if I can find one I like.
What's great about it: Connectivity all over
What's not so great: No IR direct input options, does not play nice with Harmony Remotes
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Sound Quality
3
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View files on a variety of memory card formats with this Dynex™ 2-in-1 memory card reader that features USB 2.0 connectivity for wide-ranging use.
Customer Rating
5
Does what it supposed to do
on August 28, 2012
Posted by: Keyan
Plugged it right into a Windows 7 64-bit machine and it installed and was ready to go in seconds, reads a 4GB SDHC card just fine. Not sure why some users are stating it doesn't work, it works great for me.
What's great about it: Easy to use, no cable, compact
I would recommend this to a friend!
Performance
5
Durability
4
Ease of Use
5
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Enjoy your music with depth and clarity, and a comfortable on-ear fit. Bose® OE2 audio headphones feature a contoured headband and a fold-flat, collapsible design for easy portability in the included carrying case.
Customer Rating
5
Great headphones
on August 14, 2012
Posted by: Keyan
How Often Used:Daily
These are great headphones. I was not looking for full around the ear or noise cancelling headphones as I like to have some amount of awareness of what is going around me so these were a perfect solution. They have a very nice, balanced sound with good bass, you won't lose the lows with these. I really like how compact they are folded up and in the included carrying case, and the detatchable cord means that you can pull it off and store it seperately from the headphones, no more tangled cord and should it get a short you can just replace that part. It also only attaches on the left side which is nice and clean.
Overall I am very impressed with these headphones and would suggest that anyone looking for an on the ear design give them a try.
What's great about it: Compact, good sound quality
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5
Comfort
5
Durability
5
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HP 20" W2071D LED HD Monitor: This slim monitor is great for checking e-mail, browsing your favorite websites and checking Facebook and Twitter. It also works well as a second screen so you can get more work — or fun — done. Plus, you can free up desk space by mounting it on a wall.
Customer Rating
3
An average monitor at an average price
on June 27, 2012
Posted by: Keyan
This monitor from HP is a mid-grade monitor. The price point for its size is comparable to others in its size and feature class.
Assembly was very easy with a snap together stand, no tools required, and like most LED monitors this one is very light and easy to handle. Nothing like the large 50lb CRT monitors of the past!
The picture quality for this class of monitor seems to be pretty good. It's nothing like my edge-lit LED Samsung 23" full HD, but during high motion scenes in a movie it was not blurry and the picture was clear. Text seemed to be rendered well and the 1600x900 resolution, while not a full HD 1920x1080, still gives enough room and a high enough pixel density that most tasks will work fine on it.
For business and home casual use this monitor would be more than adequate; however there are a couple of drawbacks worth mentioning. I found the viewing angle to be very narrow for a modern LED lit LCD, moving more than about 20 degrees off of center would result on a very large change in the picture with the edges becoming very bright and the image getting that weird "inverted" look that LCD monitors get when you are outside of their optimum viewing angle. If you have more than one person wanting to view this monitor at a time this may be an issue. Also, I found the color temperature to not be even across the entire image. The bottom of the screen is cooler with a pure white, while the top is warmer and whites appear to be more ivory. If you are trying to use this monitor for serious photo or video editing this will be a major concern. Finally, only including an analog VGA cable is ridiculous and really shows that this monitor is targeted at the general consumer/office market and not a serious user. Including a DVI cable would have been of marginal cost and it meant that for my review I had to use a laptop instead of a my desktop which only has dual DVI and an HDMI output, no analog VGA. There is also no HDMI input, just a VGA and a DVI.
Overall this monitor is fine for its price point and intended market, just keep in mind that there are a few drawbacks for more serious users who will probably want to look elsewhere.
What's great about it: Easy set up, price is along the same lines as others in this class
What's not so great: Inconsistant color temperature, viewing angles, included cables
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Quickly input commands with this Logitech M510 mouse that features laser technology for precision tracking on most surfaces. The Logitech unifying receiver allows simple wireless connectivity.
Customer Rating
5
Great general purpose mouse
on May 20, 2012
Posted by: Keyan
This is a solid mouse for general use. The two thumb buttons are very handy and it will also scroll side to side. This mouse uses Logitech's unifying receiver so you can connect up to 6 devices to a single dongle. I later got the K270 and it paired with the receiver from the mouse with no issues. The Logitech set point software works for both devices and has a nice interface for configuring them. This mouse even supports per application custom functions, which greatly increases its usefulness.
Overall this mouse has a good feel and for the price useful buttons and customization options. I wouldn't recommend it for serious gaming, but for casual gaming and general use it is an excellent option.
What's great about it: Good ergonomics, buttons, battery life
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Design
4
Ease of Use
5
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Logitech Wireless Keyboard K270. Reliable wireless-wherever you use your keyboard. The tiny Logitech Unifying receiver is small enough to stay in your laptop. Plus, you can easily add another compatible mouse or keyboard-without the hassle of multiple USB receivers. With Logitech Advanced 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity, you'll enjoy virtually no signal loss from up to 33 ft away. Eight hot keys and plug-and-play setup that takes just seconds add to the simplicity. The familiar, full-size layout-including number pad-gives you all the right keys right where you'd expect them. And it's built to last with the high quality and reliability Logitech is known for-with a spill-resistant design and UV-coated keys for durability.
Customer Rating
5
Great for the price
on May 18, 2012
Posted by: Keyan
Got this as a Best Buy deal of the day and for the price this is a really nice keyboard. It uses the Unifying receiver so I was able to easily pair it with the receiver I use for my M510 mouse and then I only need one "nub" installed in my laptop's docking station.
The key feel is nice, particularly for the price. While this is no K800 (which I use at home), it is still a nice keyboard for the price. The Logitech software is very clean and mature and works fine for checking the battery status and for setting the functions of the custom button row.
The row of function buttons along the top all work perfectly, the last 4 can be configured to do other predefined tasks or issue custom keystrokes. The playback buttons are compatible with iTunes and the system volume controls and work well.
There are a set of flip out legs on the back of the keyboard (none of the pictures really show them) to provide extra incline if you like to use that when typing (I do).
Overall this is a really nice keyboard for the price, the ability to pair it with the unifying receiver and have a few custom buttons really makes this a useful keyboard for those looking to not spend a fortune on a decent keyboard.
What's great about it: Inexpensive, Unifying receiver, long battery life, simple addional function keys
What's not so great: Key feel is a little unrefined vs high end keyboards
I would recommend this to a friend!
Design
5
Ease of Use
5
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This Apple Smart Cover MD306LL/A features a polyurethane exterior with a microfiber lining to keep your iPad free of dust and protected against bumps and scratches. The aluminum hinge magnetically aligns the cover with the iPad for an ideal fit.
Customer Rating
5
Finally in a decent color
on April 4, 2012
Posted by: Keyan
The dark gray smart covers came out around the 2011 holiday season, and they were a long time coming. For a while the light gray was the only option for someone who wanted a professional look but who didn't want the leather (for cost, durability, or moral reasons).
I've also noticed that the microfiber on the bottom of the smart cover has been improved greatly over the light gray version that I had previously, this one is noticeably thicker and should provide better protection.
What's great about it: Magnetic lock/unlock feature, a good color
What's not so great: Still a little overpriced for what it is.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisYou've received your assignment, hustled into a helicopter and skillfully maneuvered into the murky abyss of a mysterious land — with one deadly mission on your mind. You slip and sneak through dangerous territory. You spot an enemy in the distance and raise your rifle as you aim with precision. With a nearly silent pop, he drops lifelessly from view, as you press on, planting explosives to carve your way through secured fortresses, removing classified information and leaving only a trail of smoke in your wake. Welcome to a new kind of war. Tomorrow, the government will deny that your operation ever occurred. Your location will be obscured. Your alibi will be written. The war will be erased from history. But today, you bask in the glory of a perfect kill.Call of Duty: Black Ops is the latest installment in the Call of Duty franchise and the follow-up to last year's blockbuster Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. The Cold War has ended — or at least, it appears that it has. You are one of the few to know the secrets of the deadly conflicts that persist and to complete the classified operations that quietly protect the nation. You are Black Ops. Descend into the explosive combat with all-new force and all-new technologies to destroy the enemy, including new Killstreaks like Napalm Strikes, a remote-controlled explosive device and controllable helicopters. A deadlier mission than ever requires the most intensive Combat Training yet — hone your tactics offline against A.I. bots in both Free-For-All and Team Deathmatch modes and earn COD Points to purchase equipment, attachments, perks and new customization options. Further test your nerves and weapon skills in point-gambling Wager Matches, and celebrate each epic kill in Theater Mode. You are being summoned — do you have the courage to answer a grave new Call of Duty?
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Treyarch (noobs) FTL - A sorry attempt to copy MW2
By Brewcrew414
from Milwaukee, WI
Wow!!.....I am completely amazed at how terrible this game is. First of all, the campaign mode is just a joke. Absolutely boring. Nothing about campaign mode is interesting or keeps my attention at all. OH WOW the Cold War, how exciting!!! Well if you have a weak campaign mode, then maybe your online mode might be able to make the game worth it, right? NOT EVEN CLOSE The PSN servers dedicated to CODBO are a complete joke. Its like playing on dial up. Ive gone back and occasionally played MW2 and those servers are lag free. If you like a lag fest, then you'll live BO online. Nothing makes sense on CODBO online. People shooting you in mid air, super strong smgs, numerous disconnections and hot migrations, and hip fire is the easiest way to get kills? If you think its my connection that makes me lag, its not. I'm running a cable connection maxing out @ 18-20mbps on a direct connect. The online mode is so congested but I feel like the game itself lags up my ps3. In fact only with BOs has my PS3 froze up many many times, at least 1 or 2 times a week!! It feels like there is so much loading going on that its burning my PS3 up. Even the opening credits are a strain on my PS3 and it reads the HDD 4 separate times before I can actually start to look for a game! Why is there so much load time when the graphics are definitely not better than CODMW2? The guns look and feel like toys. It sounds like I'm shooting an airsoft gun. So what sucks about the game so far....campaign, originality, graphics, sounds, unrealistic physics, and ONLINE LAG. Yes its only been a month since the game has been out but with the millions of dollars that they've made off of the sales of the game and the anticipation and success of the previous CODs the least they could do it make it work properly. Zombies mode is the ONLY thing that BOs has going for it. Thanks for that. Overall a much lamer version of MW2 and not worth the $60. I dare you to rent it to see how terrible it is. I cant wait for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 because its going to be made by the real game developers who reinvented the COD franchise. Oh if you think that I'm not credible gamer, here are my legit stats - MW2 2.3 kill/death ratio @ 150,000 kills with a win percentage of 3.0+. Black Ops 1.9 kill/death ratio at 15,000 kills with a win percentage of 3.0+.
Below are pictures of the screen when it froze.
Keyan
Not even MW3 will be..
December 3, 2010
..made by the same people, or did you miss that Activision fired the co-founders of Infinity Ward and a huge mass exodus of the rest of the main talent happened right after? Infinity Ward is nothing like it was.
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The 2nd generation Apple TV® allows you to stream movies, TV shows, photos and music from your computer to a compatible HDTV or home theater system via the built-in 802.11a/b/g/n wireless LAN connection. Smart Set-Top Box Get a world of instant entertainment with this smart set-top box. Connect to the Internet and stream movies, listen to music and access a wide variety of other content on your HDTV. Learn more about smart products. Netflix YouTube Flickr
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Guys listen!! Don't get it.
By Anonymousapplecollector
from Savannah
You guys need to stop and listen to me and that other person. He's right, this device is terrible. I own lots of products from apple and this is so far the worst device I've ever own in my life. I've been having the first gen 160gb and it is totally worth it than this, you can actually buy and own instead of just only able to rent really expensive movies. I got this as a bd gift cause my dad knows I'm a big apple collector so I felt really sorry for him and gave it back so he can return it. So do yourself a favor and just save up $50 extra and get the 1st gen apple tv you won't be disappointed.
Keyan
Ever hear of home sharing?
December 15, 2010
Apparently you didn't actually bother to learn how to use it. You can enable home sharing from iTunes running on your home computer and share your entire iTunes library with this device. If you really want to own a movie, you can buy it through iTunes on your computer and then stream it wirelessly to the Apple TV. This gives you access to (probably) a much, much larger amount of storage than what the older Apple TV had.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
Overall
2 out of 5
2 out of 5Good camera, but to close to the T2i
By da12
from California
Let me start by saying I'm not a professional, but I have owned the T2i, the 50d and now the 60d. I've also rented and tested the 7d and 5d. Over the years I've read several books and got some tutoring from a professional photographer and I feel I know DSLR's pretty well. I have many amazing pictures with all the above cameras. Here is my opinion after owning the 60d.
1. The picture quality of the 50d, 60d and t2i and 7d are identical. I can't find a difference. I did see a considerable difference when I used the 5d though.
1. The picture quality of the 50d, 60d and t2i and 7d are identical. I can't find a difference. I did see a considerable difference when I used the 5d though.
2. The video quality of all the cameras seemed pretty equal.
3. I used heavy lenses on all the cameras. No difference in strength. They're all great. I do like the lightweight of the t2i for backpacking though.
4.The 60d has an okay frame rate. Faster than the 5d and t2i. It's faster frame rate is minor and at my sons soccer games, the t2i caught just a many "great" shots. Now when I used the 7d, it did give me quite a few more shots to choose from. I have to admit, for action 7d is more than a step above.
5. Yes the autofocus does have cross type on the 60d but I've never had focusing issues from the t2i, 60d or 7d or 5d. I also never noticed a difference from old 50d vs the t2i. In fact, I didn't even notice a difference between the 7d and the t2i. Maybe in low light the 7d's 19 point is better, but like I said before, I've never had any focusing issues with the 9 point center cross only system on the t2i. Just my opinion, it's all hype.
6.Battery, the t2i's battery lasted me for many hundreds of pics and videos on my last vacation of 3 days. If I was to take to many more, I probably would of needed another battery with any camera.
7. I like the simple buttons on the t2i. I don't understand why people like the controls of the more expensive cameras. After you get used to the t2i, its the fastest....at least for me.
8. Last: Price - The t2i is a bit less than 2/3's the cost of the 60d. Why spend more unless you do lots of action (7d) or want ultra high quality (5d).
In closing, for me it's all about value. The 60d is in a bad position. The expensive middle area. Missing many great features of it's big brothers, the 5d and 7d, and no real "MAJOR" improvement from the t2i. The t2i is more than worth it's price. Probably the best ever value for it's price tag. The 7d is great but a little pricey. It is great for action though. After either owning or testing all the above cameras, my next purchase will be the 5d. Now that camera's full frame sensor is really an improvement. Much sharper and vivid detail. I've learned that first hand.
By the way I returned the 60d to save for the 5d.
Keyan
I have to disagree
March 21, 2011
As my detailed review points out, there are a lot of pros to the 60D vs even the new rebel T3i. For starters, it has a kit lens that retails for more than twice what the kit lens with the Rebel's come with. Additionally, the shutter is faster, has a secondary LCD screen, better controls (I like the dual dial), better AF system, and a bunch of other things that if you just look at the flashy front page spec sheet you won't see, but when you really get into using the camera you will appreciate. It also has a "C" mode on the dial for Custom - in this mode you can define which features are auto, which are manual, etc, and gives you another place to set up options. The price difference between the Rebel and the 60D (since the 60D seems to be pretty much on perpetual sale now with Best Buy) is about $300 - which is the price difference in the kit lens alone, and you get a lot of extra features over the Rebel.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5Steep learning curve
By Picker57
from Fort Collins, CO
I have an extensive history with film SLR's, and with some very capable point-n-shoot digitals. This camera seems capable of a lot of things, many of which don't interest me. However some commonplace things seem more awkward than they should. Example: the flip-out viewer (which I love with my Canon A640) won't work jointly with the regular viewfinder. Also, resetting ISO, aperture, etc. is not nearly as intuitive as I'd like (again, this is compared to my old Canon EF film SLR).
The camera's manual is really pretty good. I purchased a "field guide" as well, and it's pretty useless.
I'm still going through a learning curve with the kit lens (Canon's 18-135mm). So far I'm not impressed, at least when comparing to my old Canon FD lenses.
Keyan
Expected behavior..
May 3, 2011
This camera is a SLR - so the Mirror will flip up and the shutter will open for video mode. When the mirror is flipped up it blocks the viewfinder to prevent extraneous light from entering the camera body and so it is out of the path of the light as it enters the camera and reaches the sensor. This is how they all work, with the exception of the translucent mirror on some of the newer Sony's - however that mirror comes with a cost of losing about 1/3 of the light entering the camera from reaching the sensor, and if dust gathers on the mirror it also shows up in your pictures...
You are using a kit lens - if you had expensive lenses on old Film camera you should expect different results. Also with film cameras the pictures you get are often not blown up to screen size, or zoomed in to do some "pixel peeping" looking for imperfections.
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Protect your digital camera in this Fastpack backpack. The mesh side pocket and outer accessory pockets allow you to carry multiple personal items along with your digital camera wherever you go.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Does not hold zoom lens
By photon
This bag was purchased as part of a package deal best buy was offering. The bag is not large enough for the lenses that were purchased as part of the package. The front flap on the bag serves no purpose,other than being an annoyance. There are a limited number of ways to rearrange the storage area. Very dissappointed that best buy would include a bag in a package that would not hold the items purchased.
Keyan
Yes it does
May 6, 2011
Watch the product video on Lowpro's website - the front flap is for securing the zippers so you can gain access to the camera while still having the bag slung over one shoulder and not have a zipper run and open the bag all the way inadvertently.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Durable DSLR
By bobbybilly
from Chicago
I was going back and forth between the 60D and the 7D. Besides the $600ish price difference what is the real difference to the "typical" consumer? While I was prepared to purchase the 7D, I was concerned about the size (and secondly for me the weight). After handling the 7D I realized it was a significantly more robust camera than the 60D. A bit more than I was looking for as a hobbyist photographer. That being said, the 60D still has a very full and robust feel and is comfortable to hold. Its predecesor, the 50D (which I have not handled), had a metal body (which also added weight). The 60D is not metal but still feels very stable and firm, not cheap by any means. I don't think the non-metal case is an issue, but rather a benfit, because it makes it lighter.
As I learned from reading specs. on other websites, the 7D, 60D, and Rebel T3i have the EXACT same 18 megapixel image sensor. In image controlled image tests on these websites, it is pointed out that image quality between these three cameras will be almost the same.
The main difference between i see between these cameras is the ability to cusomize both menu and button functions, and customize how you shoot your photos. The 7D, however is significantly more advanced in that it has Dual processors (not image sensors), which will result in much faster image processing, and therefore more photos per second. Also, the 7D also has superior autofocus capabilities (19 points vs 9) which will help in focusing. Of course faster is always better, the 60D has been super fast for me (5.3 frames per second), and I havent had any focusing problems.
Another thing pointed out by websites and people I know is that the lens you attatch will have more effect on the photo quality than the actual camera body. This makes sense, especially considering 3 cameras with the same image sensor..
I was concerned about the 18mm-135mm lens in the kit. I am glad that I purchased the kit with the lens. Although it does feel "cheep" (I knew this when I purchased) it does seem to take great photos. It is noisy (uses a DC motor, like a little toy car sound), but still think it is worth it in the "kit". I probably wouldnt pay the $500 this lens sells for separately, but with the kit, it is a good value if you do not have many or any lenses.Takes better pictures than the way it feels.
Considering this was my first DSLR I decided to purchase the 60D Kit, and spend the extra money on purchasing "better" quality lenses. I have purchased the 70-300mm USM (quiet) tele-zoom lens plus the 60d kit for less than the 7D kit with one lens.
Although, I never planned to use it, I was however very disapointed with the LiveView (use the LCD screen instead of the viewfinder to take pictures) on the 60D (don't know about the others). It takes too long to focus in this mode. Because it is so SLOW (compared to regular viewfinder), I find it a useless function.
Some review have not liked the lack of tactical feedback from the buttons (button are not overly responsive). Although I can see how some may not like the button response, they are still quite usable, and it is not a big deal to me.
Of course there are other differences, but I found the main broad differences are as follows. Since all have the exact same image sensors:
-T3i is good for budget consious who is not overly concerned with custimization or options when taking photos (3.7 frames per second)
-60D has more options, and is faster than the T3i (5.3 frames per second)
-7D is much faster at processing and focussing camera for those who want specific photo options available to them. (8 frames per second)
-T3i is good for budget consious who is not overly concerned with custimization or options when taking photos (3.7 frames per second)
-60D has more options, and is faster than the T3i (5.3 frames per second)
-7D is much faster at processing and focussing camera for those who want specific photo options available to them. (8 frames per second)
Keyan
Switch the focus mode
May 25, 2011
Switch the live view focus to quick mode. It will flip the mirror back down and use the phase array, and then flick the mirror back up. Much faster.
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This external flash features a low recycle time, full 180° swivel in either direction and full flash control on the compatible EOS digital SLR camera's menu.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5Average
By Semperfiusa
from Texas
The tilt and swivel mechanism is super tight. Feel like you may break it to turn it. I have a Canon 7D and this flash can't come close to keeping up when camera is in burst mode.
Keyan
Mine is fine
August 13, 2011
Are you pressing the release button before trying to move it? Also I am not sure there is a hotshoe flash on the planet that can maintain 8 FPS. The full speed burst rate of the 7D is not designed for use with flash.
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This external flash features a low recycle time, full 180° swivel in either direction and full flash control on the compatible EOS digital SLR camera's menu.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5A must for your dSLR
By Keyan
A hotshoe flash is a must for a dSLR camera to get the best pictures, especially if you are going to do any kind of indoor photography or long distance shots outside. I find this one to be the best one for my 60D. It is not as large as the 580, and since the 60D can be a wireless flash controller I don't need the 580 to be a command unit for that either. The construction is rugged and the case is nice ballistic nylon and fits it well.
These flashes are very advanced and can even receive zoom data from your lens to adjust the power and focus of the flash appropriately. Additionally, it has a red AF assist light that puts out a grid on your subject allowing the AF system in the camera to have an ideal pattern to use for focusing. This is vastly improved over the strobe effect the pop-up flash will use for AF assist. It is also fully articulated and can be fired in just about any direction allowing for some really neat bounce flash effects. Additionally, it can be used wirelessly to provide off-camera flash and even comes with a stand (that slips into its own pocket in the case!) for this purpose. Some Canon cameras can act as a controller without a master unit, while others will require either a 580 or the hotshoe wireless master unit for this ability.
Recycle time is very, very fast, able to fire several times a second with no noticeable whine as the capacitors charge up. I would suggest some high discharge rate (not the same as mAH capacity) NiMH batteries to feed this flash unit as quickly as possible so it is always ready.
Overall, this is a must have if you are serious about taking indoor and flash photography to the next level to with your dSLR.
Keyan
Yes
August 13, 2011
I have used it with the wireless controller built into the 60D. It works very well indoors, outside you need to have it on a line of sight with the camera for it to work well. Since I use it almost entirely inside that isn't much of a concern for me.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Digital Camera mirrors the SLR of Old
By kamuizot
from North Carolina
I've used Canon cameras for a long time. 10 years ago I bought a Sony Digital and haven't used film ever since. That Sony has served me well, but when it came time to upgrade to the Digital SLR I found comfort in the fact that the new cameras used the basic layout of the old film cameras. With this camera I know where to look for things like Shutter speed and F-stop adjustments. I know where the focal sensors are and how to adjust them as well even though I just bought this camera. I did not find this true when I experimented with a friends new Nikon digital SLR. This isn't a negative reflection on Nikon, I simply know Canon cameras better and I'm glad to see that Canon kept the basic layout no matter how much more complex these cameras have become.
This camera is obviously more complex than the old film cameras. I've been trying to get comfortable with all the bells and whistles this camera will do. However, the basic shooting and adjusting needed to take good pictures is easy to find and I love how easily I can shoot, adjust, shoot and adjust.
I don't like the software that comes with this camera. It isn't at all easy to use. The raw files, CR2, is also something of a pain. I can only open them with the Canon software and they are really big files to keep if I am rarely going to use them.
I love the flip out screen, but I worry that I'm going to break it off in a moment of distraction.
Keyan
RAW isn't that hard..
November 21, 2011
There are lots of software options that can read RAW files, even windows can download a codec so you can preview them just like any other jpeg. All products from Adobe (Photoshop Elements, Lightroom, CS5, etc) can handle the RAW files with ease.
They aren't designed to be small, they are the completely uncompressed image directly from the Camera's sensor. JPEG images lose some of the picture data as part of the compression, RAW files don't.
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This extremely convenient Digital Sound Projector is low profile enough to fit neatly in front of a TV and is 3D compatible (HDMI V.1.4a). Low profile soundbar allows positioning in front of most TVs for a neat and compact AV system. Subwoofer is also convenient can be placed vertically or horizontally. Digital Sound Projector technology provides true surround sound for maximum enjoyment.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5I hope I got a bad one
By CJ1969
from Chicago, IL
Honestly, this things sounded even worse than just hooking a cheap pair of PC speakers up to my TV. I sincerely hope I just got a bad one. It was tinny, thin sound. I didn't even bother hooking up the subwoofer after I heard the soundbar by itself. HORRIBLE.
Keyan
The sub is essential..
January 16, 2013
The subwoofer also includes the woofers and props up the mids, you really should have bothered to listen to the entire unit before making a judgement call.
+4points
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Capture quality vlogs with this black GoPro HERO10 camera. The removable rechargeable 1720 mAh battery offers long shooting periods, while the rugged, waterproof design allows flexible use on different terrains. This GoPro HERO10 camera features a 1.4-inch screen for framing shots seamlessly, and the 23MP sensor captures 5.3K videos effortlessly.
Does it use the same size batteries as prior version?
ASUS ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 165hz QHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TD SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
May I know this model come with ryzen 7 and RTX 3060? or GTX 1660ti? thx
ASUS ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 165hz QHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TD SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
The spec list says 2*2.5W speakers. It should be 4 speakers and 2 tweeters according to the asus website???? Does this have the 90 Whr battery?
I wouldn't fully trust the best buy spec sheet. Yes, it has the 90 Whr battery. On the silent performance setting, it can get about 10 hours of run time.
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 165hz QHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TD SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
Does the lid have some color inside some of the dots? I know this one doesn't have an animated lid, but several pictures show the lid with streaks of colors in it, but the one I have seen in person appeared to be solid grey (with no color in the dots).
There is a holographic film under most of the dots. When the light catches it just right, you'll see a pop of rainbow color peek through. It's pretty cool.
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If esports is everything, give it your all with the Razer BlackShark V2. Introducing a triple threat of amazing audio, superior mic clarity and supreme sound isolation. Fitted with titanium-coated drivers, a USB sound card, softer ear cushions and THX Spatial Audio, your time to turn pro is now.
Can I use this headset with my Macintosh computer and my Android phone?
You can use this with any device with a standard 3.5mm headphone jack, or an adapter that has that type of jack on it.
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All the Power You Expect, without the Cord. Go where ambition takes you with the Cordless Hand Mixer from KitchenAid. Designed with a powerful rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery, the new cordless hand mixer delivers optimal run time and performance, so you can cook wherever*, whatever, and however you choose. Make up to 200 cookies on a full charge.***Indoor use only. **Based on 4 batches of chocolate chip cookies.
Does this have metal gears?
I would say no. The attachment points to the paddles are plastic at any rate, and that is likely to be the area of the most wear.
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Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color
Does this device scan aswell as print.
Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color
Does this printer support 5ghz wifi systems?
Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color
Does this printer have Air Print feature
Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color