Comparing the Canon and Nikon SLR Digital Cameras
Canon T3 Camera Resolution (in megapixels) Sensor Size Focal Length Mult. ISO Settings Max Shutter Speed LCD Screen Size LCD Pixels Max. Frames Per Sec. Memory Card Type Live View? Movie Mode? 12.2 22.2 x 14.8mm 1.6 100-1600 1/4000 sec. 2.7 230,000 3.0 fps SD (secure digital) Yes
720p HD 25, 30fps for up to 17 mins. req. SD Class 6 card
Canon T2i 18.0 22.3 x 14.9mm 1.6 100-12800 1/4000 sec. 3.0 3:2 Wide 1,040,000 3.7 fps SD (secure digital) Yes
1080p HD 24, 25, 30fps for up to 12 mins. req. SD Class 6 card
Canon T3i 18.0 22.3 x 14.9mm 1.6 100-12800 1/4000 sec. 3.0 3:2 Wide articulating 1,040,000 3.7 fps SD (secure digital) Yes
Canon 60D 18.0 22.3 x 14.9mm 1.6 100-12800 1/8000 sec. 3.0 3:2 Wide articulating 1,040,000 5.3 fps SD (secure digital) Yes
Nikon D90 12.3 23.6 x 15.8mm 1.5 200-6400 1/4000 sec. 3.0 920,000 4.5 fps SD (secure digital) Yes
720p HD 24fps for up to 5 mins.
Nikon D7000 16.2 23.6 x 15.6mm 1.5 100-6400 1/8000 sec. 3.0 921,000 6.0 fps
Nikon D300s 12.3 23.6 x 15.8mm 1.5 100-6400 1/8000 sec. 3.0 920,000 7.0 fps
CF & SD SD - dual slots (compact flash (secure digital) & secure digital) Yes
1080p HD 24fps for up to 20 mins. SD Class 6 card rec.
Macro Flash Compatibility
Canon MR-14EX Canon MR-14EX Canon MT-24EX Canon MT-24EX Metz MS-1 (w/ST-E2) Metz MS-1 (w/ST-E2) Sigma EM-140DG Sigma EM-140DG Canon 60mm EF-S Canon 100mm Canon L 100mm Sigma 105mm Canon 60mm EF-S Canon 100mm Canon L 100mm Sigma 105mm
Canon MR-14EX Canon MT-24EX Metz MS-1 Sigma EM-140DG Canon 60mm EF-S Canon 100mm Canon L 100mm Sigma 105mm
Canon MR-14EX Canon MT-24EX Metz MS-1 (w/ST-E2) Sigma EM-140DG Canon 60mm EF-S Canon 100mm Canon L 100mm Sigma 105mm
Metz MS-1 Nikon R1Dual Point Sigma EM-140DG Nikon 60mm Nikon 85mm VR Nikon 105mm VR Sigma 105mm
Metz MS-1 Metz MS-1 Nikon R1Dual Point Nikon R1Dual Point Sigma EM-140DG Sigma EM-140DG Nikon 60mm Nikon 85mm VR Nikon 105mm VR Sigma 105mm Nikon 60mm Nikon 85mm VR Nikon 105mm VR Sigma 105mm

Macro Lens Compatibility

Canon EOS 50D SLR Digital Camera Kit w/ Canon 28-135mm Lens + Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM Lens + Canon MR-14EX Macro Ring Lite + 8GB SDHC + Monopod + Dental/Medical Pro Package
Canon's new EOS 50D bridges the gap between the novice and the seasoned pro with a perfect combination of high-speed and quality. It features an APS-C sized 15.1-megapixel CMOS sensor for tremendous images, new DIGIC 4 Image Processor for fine detail and superior color reproduction, and improved ISO capabilities up to 12800 for uncompromised shooting even in the dimmest situations. It features a refined 3.0-inch Clear View LCD (920,000 dots) monitor, supercharged Live View Function with Face Detection Live mode, plus a number of new automatic Image Correction settings and HDMI output for viewing images on an HDTV. Pick up the EOS 50D and you'll experience true digital inspiration! The EOS 50D features a newly-designed 15.1-megapixel APS-C sized CMOS sensor which is capable of recording up to 4752 x 3168 pixels with full 14-bit A/D conversion for extremely fine tonal gradation. The Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM Lens is a notably updated version of Canon's popular 100mm Macro lens. In its latest incarnation, the '100 Macro' joins Canon's esteemed 'L'-series, and as such is held to a higher level of resolving power, overall construction, and weatherproofing. Other improvements found on the EF 100mm f/2.8L include Optical Image Stabilization with up to 4-stops of shake control, and a refined Ultra Sonic Motor (USM) for quicker and quieter auto-focusing with full-time manual override. This new Ringlight for macro shooting is loaded with features and capabilities. Now with Canon's E-TTL, it takes full advantage of the flash performance of the EOS-1V, EOS-3, and other E-TTL supported cameras. Twin circular flash tubes fire at even power, or can be varied over a six-stop range. One or more 580EX, 550EX, 430EX, or 420EX Speedlites can be used as wireless slaves along with the MR-14EX. The controller unit has an illuminated, informative LCD panel. Accepts optional hi-capacity battery packs. Low Price - Click Now!