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Her Canon fim cameras are from the late 90s/early 2000s so lenses should fit.
I know that from handling, she’s said she likes the rebel line but this has been from a fit and feel standpoint only; she’s not had the chance to use one.
It looks like the rebel line is aimed more toward entry level type users and she would probably be able to get more functionality out of something like the 80D... am I interpreting this correctly?
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I believe Canon changed to the EF mount in 85 or 86. He could check her lenses to be sure that they will mount up.
If you want to stick with Canon, you can buy an 80D without breaking the bank and you'll get great performance and the features she'll most likely be looking for. A used 7D would be a bargain these days for the performance IMO, as are the 5D and 5dII if you're looking for a full frame camera. The 70D and 80D really shine when it comes to video.
Her Canon fim cameras are from the late 90s/early 2000s so lenses should fit.
I know that from handling, she’s said she likes the rebel line but this has been from a fit and feel standpoint only; she’s not had the chance to use one.
It looks like the rebel line is aimed more toward entry level type users and she would probably be able to get more functionality out of something like the 80D... am I interpreting this correctly?
Seems like her Canon lenses will be GTG, at least regarding the mount. I don't know what, if any, shenanigans Canon pulls with their lens drives and lower end bodies like Nikon. (for instance, Nikon 3xxx and maybe 5xxx bodies aren't compatible with the motor drives of their AF-D lenses)
Coming from film,
I would look at the mid-range Canons, rather than the entry bodies. The mid-range bodies will be more button driven, rather than menu driven. In my opinion, this makes a camera far more usable, especially if coming from a film body. The image quality caoability of today's DLSRs will make the experience far more enjoyable than anything she ever did with film.
Maybe even look at picking up a re-furb or a higher end body. Personally, I have no reservations about picking up factory re-furbs or even used bodies. People are fickle, and often part with stuff for no reason at all. 50% savings with some minor cosmetic wear and 5% shutter wear - that's a deal.