Retro Digital Camera - Canon Rebel XT/350D
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- Опубліковано 13 вер 2023
- The Canon Rebel XT aka. Canon 3500D is an 8 megapixel dslr camera released in 2005.
In this video, we wake this vintage digital camera out of its slumber and take it out on a photo walk to see how it holds up.
And what it's like to shoot with an almost 20 year old camera today.
The samples shown in this video were mainly shot with the kit lens that came with the camera in 2005. a few samples was shot with the same era 50mm f1.8 mkII and an even older Pentax 35mm f2.8
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These old cameras generate far better photos than modern day gimmicky smartphones.
They can definitely still deliver!
The lens is what saves it.
With anything other than direct sunlight, you're gonna be forced to crank the iso
My grandpa died in 2017, he had this camera. My mom borrowed it around 7 months before he died. My mom eventually lost interest photography and put it somewhere in a closet. 8 years later I found the camera, it still had old photos on it. Photos of my family, my divorced parents still togheter and much more. I just started shooting photos on it, it's not great but I am really happy with my first camera.
That's an incredible history attached to that camera.
I just bought this camera second hand yesterday- its my first ever camera and I am so excited to try it out!!! This video made me look forward to it even more :)
Congratulations on your new adventure!
You'll have lots of fun with your new camera!
I'm planning on picking on up today also newly interested in photography, how do you like it?
Bro tell me your experience and review
Someone just gifted me this camera today and I am so loving it. I have to find a battery charger for it though. Still I am so grateful! ❤❤❤
That is awesome!
I had misplaced mine and was able to find a new third-party charger with battery on ebay.
The fact that the auto focus isn't that great and the overall technology is pretty much outdated encourages you to go fully manual and take your time with every photo. Which in addition of it's sensor and the mirror's sound, it really makes it feel like a film camera
I've only had this camera for like 3 weeks now and I absolutely love it
However, either the usb port or the usb cable of the camera is broken and my PC won't read it's memory, I'll have to get some CF to USB adapter to be sure
True, in a way it's a more direct experience.
Shots from mine ended up on the cover , and centre spread of a fishing magazine . I still have several 100cm prints on my walls from this camera.
It was a very capable and rugged little camera.
That is awesome!
i just got this camera gifted to me, so i was curious to see how it shoots. but i was absolutely encapsulated by this video and the production. after a while i forgot what i was here for and was simply enjoying the video. you’re definitely received a new subscriber!
Congratulations, it's a fun little camera and it still takes great pictures.
Thank you for the kind words, I appreciate this sort of feedback, it makes me leave the studio more often =)
Happy shooting!
it's my first camera as well, and i bought it in a second-hand store several years ago, way back when i studied overseas
i do enjoy taking photos with it before i notice there were tiny spots that ruin my photos, i then go to the smartphone photos
recently, I've joined a photographer class, and they told me what we use in the class is something entry-level (a nikon d3200 if i was correct), however it is still way advanced then the eos 350d
i put my 350d somewhere and was giving up finding it, but it was found and i still loves it despite of all of its flaws: tiny taints, old version, low pixels
till i read some of your comments, i think it was all about our relationships, our memories and precious emotions
Good luck with the photography class, sounds like fun.
Also, regarding the spots, it could be either dust or just some dirt on the sensor which is easy to get rid of. Dust can usually be removed with a rocket blower. If that doesn't help, you can pick up a cheap sensor cleaning kit on amazon and give that a go. There's plenty of videos on youtube that will take you through the process. But it's quite simple and straight forward.
I think I accidentally said seven years in the video. Between the Rebel XT/350D and the first Canon DSLR that could shoot video.
Not sure where I got that number from. But it's a little sooner than 7 years.
Sorry about that "speako"
Been waiting for this video! Indeed, limitations are very fun to play with! Everyone is very good at cameras these days and it’s a matter of exploration now, given the availability of tech. ❤
Totally agree!
These cameras puts you back in the drivers seat in a different kind of way
I have been taking pictures with my phone for a very long time, I wanted to purchase an actual camera to take a step further but couldn’t decide which one to start with, since it can be expensive. My dad just gave me his old Canon 350D to start, I can’t wait to start ! Your lovely video and the results just made me fall in love with it I’m so hype ! Thank you so much
It's a great camera to get started with. It feels like a camera unlike more modern ones that wont give you the same physical feedback when shooting.
Have fun and good luck!
this is the camera I use every day, even for photoshoots with friends and family. pictures look great. It was my dads camera
Love to hear that these cameras still get some use. They're no where near obsolete.
My 350D has been my street camera for the last few years. After I’d used it to transition from film it went into the back of the cupboard. During Covid I did a review of my kit. Lots of surplus stuff sold but I couldn’t let go of the 350D. It’s quite petite with, say, a 28mm prime. Way better than using a phone. The LCD screen gives enough information so, if you want to kick the habit of checking each shot, just tape over the image screen.
That's a great point, way less chimping
SORRY I MISSED THIS VIDEO---These older dslrs are awesome esp for everyday and even slower shots..found the photos came out very awesome...keep up tha awesome content thomas
Glad you found it.
So true! They're a lot of fun when the stakes are low ;)
@@ThomasFransson agreed and I see eBay have em very reasonable selling for low as 40 usd and with a 24mm pancake lense I can shoot whole day
That's a no brainer purchase
This was the first dslr to be under $1,000 new. I remember i saved my money to buy it. Its still on my shelf.
Great to hear you still have it!
Just got gifted this camera and was trying to find a good tutorial- think I've just found my new comfort channel as well!
Congratulations on that new camera! I hope you enjoy it
Thomas, nice to see, that you have so much fun with this old guy. I love these old cameras. Together with your picturestyles it would be amazing. The eos 400d is the first with a dedicated button for them.
Many thanks, my friend!
It's an absolute blast to shoot with these cameras. You're more hands-on and the physical feeling when you snap a picture is more satisfying imo.
I also took my DSLR "out of the box" recently, after more than 5 years collecting dust. Other than a broken focus cable on the macro lens, everything works perfectly. Thank you for sharing these.
Oh wow! Great to hear that its snapping pictures again. How was it shooting with that old camera again?
@@ThomasFransson It was awesome. I forgot how good it feels to take pictures.
I am thinking of buying this camera. This video helped me a lot. Thanks! I subscribed :)
Awesome! Thank you!
Gosh, my first camera was the canon 1000d. I took that camera to Namibia, river rafting, hiking everything it survived abuse!!!! I then bought the 550d, like that even more. After many years i am now the owner of a few systems and pro bodies at that, the funny thing is that I baby my :weather resistant " bodies way more than i ever did these entry level camera. Its bonkers but honestly you have way more fun with a cheap camera that is replaceable than expensive gear you are to scared to take on adventure with
Haha that's so spot on!
I totally agree and do the same.
i randomly got really interested in photography and i found this exact camera model that my parents got before i was even born. it’s the only camera i own but i personally think it takes pretty good photos
Absolutely!
Welcome to the hobby my friend!
Literally same! My dad got it when he was in the UK the same year it came out, now I had just gotten into photography few months ago
My dad gave me his 350D back in 2014 which made me get into photography. I had a kit lens and nifty fifty. It took me a while for me to learn the basics until I bought my first camera, the Sony a7s. When i got my mirrorless camera i found it easier to understand aperture, shutter etc. Even until today I still use my 350D paired with Canon EF 35mm f2. The look on the photos turn out really well compared the modern cameras.
Oh wow!
Great to hear that you're still snapping pictures with it now and then.
Thank you for the video
Thanks for stopping by
I've been somewhat fascinated by this era of cameras as well, but finding the right batteries and memory cards can get expensive and I haven't found the right one yet.
That can be tricky indeed. So far I have been lucky to find both batteries and chargers on ebay that have worked well.
Even smart media cards. But that one took me about 12 days of daily visits to find a decent size and price.
Just hang in there.
@@ThomasFranssonnot Canon but a few DLSRs in this era run on AA batteries.
It seems so weird today, but then again I remember walking into a supermarket for batteries back in the day.
I bought this 2 years ago used for 150 Malaysian Ringgit and i never regret it because i always love old dslr and digital camera. I use it as portrait camera. It almost feel like a ccd camera and same vibe like my Sony A200. Its always fun to play with old camera and boy it is never end of fun.
Nice!
I agree, I was almost surprised it wasn't a ccd but like you said, it still rocks
I believe the first Canon DSLR that could shoot video was the 5D mk II - all my filmmaking friends wanted one!
Bingo!
Yes, I've been wanting to try one of those out today. Just to see what the footage looks like.
@@ThomasFransson I'd imagine the biggest problem with it (by today's standards) might be the rolling shutter - I don't think people cared too much about that back in the day. With the Magic Lantern firmware, you can probably get very good files out of that workhorse!
@@ThomasFranssonit's believed to be the last Canon DSLR with the famed "Canon colours" a bit different from the 5D classic colours but unique on its own with the rich browns and earthy tones. I bought one recently and I am blown away by the colours. I personally think the Classic is overhyped. Owned one and sold it. The 5Dii is a keeper though.
The 5dii also supports magic lantern
I can't imagine how good modern canon cameras could look like if they werent so locked down...
I love colors from this CMOS, I just bought one again after many years with the original grip for the equivalent of $35, and the image with the Sigma 50-150 and Canon 50 is nice
Thats awesome!
Agreed, the colors are alive
I have two of these. Both were bought off Ebay just to get a certain lens, tripod, etc. for use on newer Rebel cameras. Neat old things and simple. Only reason I don't keep them charged for use is those old data cards. The ones I got are so low capacity and buying a bigger one new or even used, is more than the camera is worth. I have six or seven old DSLRs that use those, but only a few data cards, so they collect dust now a days.
Yeah shooting jpg+raw will fill up those cards fast. I typically just shoot jpg these days. Enjoying the limitations 😅
I have Kiss N i bought online 3 days ago that model also release in 2005 . 2nd hand camera from store in Japan .. no scratch looks brand new but no Cf included so i ORDERED it .. the quality is soo good for 21 yrs old camera
Oh wow that's a great find!!!
Enjoy it! Spring is finally here so I'll bring mine out on a little photo walk soon.
If you know what you're doing, this old DSLR is still very capable. The 8 MP sensor is plenty enough if you publish only on social media. And the colors are wonderful.
So true.
I still shoot on a 350D that I picked up from a charity shop for £20. I use it when I'm going to take shots in an area that I don't feel is completely safe for me to take my more expensive cameras, and to be honest, I've taken some of my personal favourite shots on it.
Great thing about it is that it uses the same mount as modern Canon DSLRs, so I can use all of my lenses on it, and I'm not stuck with the included kit lens.
Thats a great reason to pick up an older model like this!
what sd card do you use for it ?
what sd card did you use on canon xt ? I bought the sandisk compact flash 30mb/s but it’s not going inside the memory card slot
That's weird. Couldn't find the exact same one I have but if you search for "TS2GCF133" on amazon you'll find the 2GB version of the one I have. The label on the card is orange, the onenI have is blue and probably a generation older.
Hope this helps.
I've been wanting to get into photography, for the past year I've been using my phone but now I've tried looking for my parents old 350D which I managed to find! So I got a question for you since you sound like you were in a bit of the same situation with finding and using it again the first time in 10 years or so, how long did it take you for the battery to charge? I've currently let it charge for 3 hours and the camera isn't turning on after these 3 hours. Is what I'm experiencing normal or do you think there's an issue with the battery or is it my patience there is something wrong with? :)
First of, that's awesome! This is such a fun camera to shoot with.
About the battery/charger. It sounds like the battery might be dead. It could also be the charger. After three hours it should be at least 60-70% charged if not 100%
Good news is that new batteries and chargers are quite easy to come across and they won't cost you much. I can't remember the exact battery type, but Google the camera model + battery and you should find the info needed to buy a replacement/third-party battery.
Been an advocate for all these forgotten cameras. For certain work and of course pleasure these cameras can be great for sharing online. I have had many people asking me what camera took that picture, when they find out, they don't believe it. Using cameras with CCD sensors make colours pop. The lowest mp I go is around 5. 5 up to 16 is a great range and there are so many cameras out there. Whether it is a DSLR or a point and shoot they force you to slow down and maybe struggle a bit, but the reward is great! Thanks for sharing!
Definitely a more exciting shooting and handling experience for sure with a lot of these cameras. Like driving an old sports car ;)
Out of curiosity since I've been interested in trying something with a CCD sensor. Do you have any suggestions on affordable fun cameras to start with?
I have the Finepix A204 with a CCD sensor (the one in the video on the endscreen) it's alright, but with 2MP and lack of any manual control. The shooting experience isn't that great.
@@ThomasFransson Here are some of the cameras I have been using. Pentax VS20, Kodak C530, Sony Cybershot W150, s730, Fuji Finepix A500 and several others.
I cant decide. I want to start macro photography as a hobby. Smartphone with Macro lens attachment or Canon EOS 350D with Macro lens?
Macro is a lot of fun!
Personally I enjoy putting my phone away and focus on taking pictures with a camera.
Then again, if you have a smartphone with a decent camera. Buying a macro lens for it is a convenient way to get started. Especially with the bells and whistles smartphones have that regular cameras are missing. If you're unfamiliar with photography this might be the easiest way to start.
Macro with a camera will like you said require a macro lens or at least close focus screw on filters. A tripod is another neat gadget to have along with a remote trigger to prevent camera shakes from creating un-sharp images.
I hope this will help you on your way
Hi big!! I have this camera and I wanted to know how can I put the photos in the pc…thank you!
That's a good question!
I should have included some info on thqt in the video. I just updated the description with links to the Card reader I use and a more compact mobile alternative. So the answer in short - usb Card reader
Can i use external monitor for it not for live view but to see the photo even better
Hmm, you can tether it to a computer. And from what I can recall, the camera has a trs-style RCA output... Maybe you can make it work with a cheap RCA to Hdmi converter. They're about $10-15 and hook it up to your TVs Hdmi before you spend money on a monitor. If it works, just super glue or velcro thst converter to the back of the monitor.
Worst case, if you start with the TV - you've lost $10-15 if it doesn't work.
Don't forget to get the right cable from the camera if you don't have the original one left.
Una bella macchina.
Costruito per durare
We live in a golden era of cheap photography!!
At least for hobbyists
After try some mirrorless (Sony APSC, Canon M, Nikon Z50 that i still have), I was not able to choose a mirrorless system 100%. So I decided to wait for the market to settle a pair of years and buy old DSLRs, from Canon and Nikon. The overall experience is different and the picture rendition is different too. I buy the cheapest possible ones, preferably small and that use SD, SDHC or SDXC, no CF for now. I have the Nikon D60 with Yongnuo 85 1.8 and 40 2.8; a Canon Rebel XS and a Canon 77D, with 50 1.8 stm and 28-135 with some fungus that i need to clean. In both the AF is surprisingly fast, i stop down the lenses a bit to have enough room for non critical focus. Everything works, except for the missing eyecups, worn out rubber, etc.
For me has been a relief to go for the old camera route, simple, cheap, funny.
And i even can use my old manual lenses with focus confirmation!!!
Why was the mirrorless set aside as an option ?
@@KNAPPAID because the first batch of mirrorless have slow AF, less frame rate shooting and worst ergonomics than DSLRs in the same price. I had Sony Nex cameras and until the NEX 5R the AF was sloooow. The big improvement was with the A6000 (that I also had). DSLRs and DSLRs lenses are way cheaper too, and can work adapted in other mounts.
@@amermeleitor fair enough , so it was mostly cost i assume.
I dont know much about your budget , but you should look into a6100 - its a refresh of a6000
I still have photographer friends shooting professionally on old dslrs. Usually, the customer will never know or care as long as they receive great looking images.
I have got a canon 350D for free from someone. How can I see how many clicks this camera has? I cannot the find the right software/website
If you Google "shutter count" you'll find a couple of pages that can tell you the count by uploading an image and the site goes through the meta data to tell you the shutter count.
Thnx, yesterday I wanted to take some pictures, but its says error 99 on the display . I think the camera is broken😢
It could be, or maybe it’s just something causing the issue like a bad memory card, electronic connection on the lens attached or connection between the lens and camera body that needs some cleaning. Or maybe a fawlty battery.
Try removing all external components and add them one by one to see if this can help you locate the issue.
I just bought this camera second hand. It just doesn't have a battery or storage card. I would like to order them but have no idea which one to get. Can anyone help me?
I found both on ebay. About $12-15 for a third party battery (NB-2LH) including a charger. And about the same or a bit more for the compact flash card.
But the batteries are also available on amazon and a number of other online stores. Just google the camera model + replacement battery and you'll find plenty of options to compare. Compact flash would probably be easiest to find (used) on ebay or locally in a second hand store as they haven't been produced in quite a while.
@@ThomasFransson thank you very much!
You're most welcome
Was it the 550D?
Close but not quite
Was it T3i/600D ?
Close, the first one was the 5d mkII released in 2008.
What is the price of this new and used camera please?
Probably between $40-60 on ebay. I think I said around $50 in the video. But it will depend on the condition and location. New I can't remember. I bought it new and maybe paid $650 2005
My rubber inputs protection is missing too lol
Wait. Do you have a plant over a slider? Or tripod? 😅
Haha! A friend told me that I should put something on that wall to fill the frame.
This solution is required, nor hammer or nails 😅🤣
lovely video! im working on a rehousing for the 350d, some of these camera's produce amazing camera's but have a body that is "out of date" i want to make a retromod for it that has a waist level viewfinder. its my goal to make a camera that doesnt have many distractions like buttons screens etc.
Wow, that sounds like a really cool idea!
hope so!@@ThomasFransson
How did the re-housing turn out?
@@ThomasFransson thanks for being interested! I stopped the project for now, it was a good idea but maybe a bit above my level. I managed to finish some parts but it's far from done. I actually started working on a new project: a digital back for a yashica electro 35, it's a bit easier and I wanted a digital rangefinder for ages. I think that I can get it out of the "concept" fase into a real camera! Let's see what 2024 has to offer.
Cool good luck
With lights room nothing is obsolete
Porque a minha nao funciona na luz do dia ?
Dentro de casa funciona normal
Yeah, that's odd. Don't have a clue
is this the skyway?
Connecting Sweden with Denmark
⚜️ I have the XTI, but in low light have much of aberration of colors like milions of line distorted.
Yes, I would probably not shoot at more than ISO 400 with these cameras to avoid noise. Maybe iso 800 depending on the scene.
Är Herrn en Malmö påg ?😉
Inflyttad ;)
@@ThomasFransson najs 😀👍🏻
Somtime I joke to my friend "I have canon 1400D" because I've still uses 4 350D😅
Well my 350D"s" is going dead but... still alive. These days positive film is more expensive than my camera(In korea kodak E100 is 25$ and used 350d price is 15-20$) LOL
Haha, tell me about it, I just dropped of 4 rolls for development. These old cameras might not be able to scratch the exact same itch. But the can offer something special in their own way.