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My Canon T3i stops recording.. help +k

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FrankRaws
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I have a Canon Rebel T3i and I'm using a HDSC 8 Gig Class 6 memory card. Sometimes the camera will let me record for as long as I want, but most of the time, it only lets me film for about 3 seconds then automatically stops recording. If I play around with the settings, it will also sometimes let me record as long as I want, and then it will stop recording if I try to film different times again. It doesn't even matter which quality of video or FPS I will be filming in, because it will still do it. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
Jun 11 2013 12:35PM
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J_BISCHOF
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You need a class 10 card. I would suggest at least 16gb class 10 from sandisk or transcend. If you want to really future proof yourself you can go UHS 1 which is ultra fast, but unnecessary for t3i. I use a 32gb and 8gb transcend class 10 card and have no problems. Good luck.
Jun 11 2013 12:38PM
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FrankRaws
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It says you can use Class 6 for 1280 and 60fps though?
Jun 11 2013 12:39PM
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FrankRaws
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I tried a Sandisk Ultra Class 4 and it worked.. must be shitty cards then
Jun 11 2013 12:40PM
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J_BISCHOF
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the sdhc cards tend to have a little better speed/quality. Also, sandisk is reputable and makes good product. If your going to buy a new card, I would just splurge for a class 10 card from a reputable brand. not that much extra, and ensures you will never have problems with the cam stopping recording. Hope this helps.

All that said though, shoot with the one that works until it doesn't anymore. the issue with the class 4 card is that your files/video might get scrambled or messed up and you may lose something you really wanted.
Jun 11 2013 12:47PM
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FrankRaws
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What are some trustworthy brands?
Jun 11 2013 12:59PM
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PacificRimJob
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Format the card.

If it doesn't work after that, then get a different card.
Jun 11 2013 1:55PM
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SteezyMagee
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I had the same problem w/ my t2i. I went from a class 6 to a class 10 and I haven't had the problem since.
Jun 11 2013 4:08PM
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[J_Gasper]
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Sandisk extreme class 10s are best
Jun 11 2013 4:18PM
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Laurent.
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Sandisk, Lexar, PNY

Buy the models that say: "EXTREME" "PRO" "ELITE" "1000X" "POWER" DIGITAL RAPE"
Jun 11 2013 6:26PM
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will_powder
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go to settings and format the card
Jun 13 2013 1:54AM
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tBatt
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This is what I've had the best luck with.
Jun 25 2013 9:57PM
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