Difference Using a Canon T3i or a 60D

Started by dmcgregor43, 09/09/2016 03:50PM
Posted 09/09/2016 03:50PM Opening Post
Hey Astromart!

I have the opportunity to pick up a 60D cheaply, but I am wondering if it would be worth it. All the specs are nearly identical to my T3i as it is. Would I see any improvement in my astrophotography with this upgrade?

Thanks,
Don
Posted 09/12/2016 06:46PM | Edited 09/12/2016 06:47PM #1
60Da (the astro version) you should see improvements but otherwise I'm not really certain. What's the sensor? Max ISO of camera?

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/853491-REG/Canon_6596B002_EOS_60Da_DSLR_Camera.html

Edit: for what it's worth I would highly recommend getting a used high shutter count Canon 6D like I have wink

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