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The 20D is a an older model, by a couple years but it's in a higher class than the XTi. The XTi has newer technology, like an anti-dust sensor. It also has more mega pixels, which is nice but certainly not a deal breaker.
The biggest differences are the actual bodies of the cameras. The XTi is designed to be light and small. It has a mostly plastic construction. The 20D has more metal in the body and is bigger and probably more robust. The layout of the controls is quite different. The 20D has a small info screen on the top, the XTi does not. The 20D also has the wonderful thumb wheel.
I suggest going to a store and holding both cameras in your hand. The 20D has been discontinued for some time but the 30D is very similar and should give you the same feel as a 20D would.
The simple fact is I chose the D200 for only it's construction and none of it's technical features.
does the 20D have spot metering?
I think the rebel's do not have it? But not sure here.
Could be an important feature.
Yes, the XTi does not have it... I thought maybe the 20D did. I'm going to try to look that up now, but if anyone knows please post. Thanks again and keep it coming.
- Jason
ps - is $620 good for the 20D or in your opinion, is that alittle high?
EDIT: A quick scan through google tells me they both lack spot metering.
Canon 20D also has 5frames per second which could be a big plus depending on what you shoot.
I believe that in that price bracket no other camera has anything faster than around 3fps.
Sounds pretty good to me, as long as it's in good shape.So is $620 a good buy for a used 20D?