Turbonetics
Senior Member
surprisingly u brought out the 50D.
get a better camera first and then a better lens and not the other way round.
get a better camera first and then a better lens and not the other way round.
canon 70-200 f2.8 is usm ii or canon 70-200 f2.8 usm?
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you are the one using the equipments, it does not matter what others may think, if you feel that it is good enough, then just go for it.
for me, i will bite my teeth and save for a few more months to prevent incurring more upgrading cost.
penny wise, pound foolish, yeah?
Sure looks to me like you are about to buy on what OTHERS think and not what YOU think you need. If there isn't really a need for any of these, keep the money and be happy. At times I do understand one may have confusion about getting a body or getting a new lens. But still, one should evaluate himself the choices presented before himself eventually since you will be the one having to live with it.
Also, beyond what's mentioned, have you actually imagined going out with a 7D mounted with a 70-200? It's actually quite abit of weight (1.3-1.5kg on the lens alone. but of course after "training", one can handle the weight no problems..). And because it's a tele lens, most likely that won't be the only lens you will be carrying around.
Shooting nature: what are you shooting? landscapes? or bugs? (either way, my preference is either UWA lens and Macro lens)
Zoo and Birds: 200mm is still too short... But can live with it...maybe + a 2xTC
Indoor Stadium/Concerts: *Not sure if you can shoot during a paid performance...* Definitely go for the 70-200 IS version, and a fast shutter speed. Camera ISO performance needs to be considered in this case too. Anyway, doubt you will be shooting concerts everyday. If the cost is right to you, just get it.
Shoot at night: Once again, what are you shooting?
More of the questions above revolves around the lens rather than the body... thou one may say that body plays a part, yes, but a lens play a more critical part in my opinion.
Still, back to your original question of lens and body, I would buy a 2nd hand 60D coupled with a 70-200 IS II.
Castlesinthesky
New Member
Buy 7dm2 and sell 50d on the same day, usually won't notice the difference one. All dslr look same, don't let her see you got 2 dslr at the same time can already. Last time I change from 18-135 to 24-105, no comment at all. Now I got 4 lens, she still say nothing...
Serious boh? This one really make me lol:bsmilie:
LiQuiFireX
Member
Sold my 60D and bought a 7D and 5D mkiii and also bought a few new lenses before that...whole family also dunno I switched cameras and added lenses even though I use them in plain sight in front of them!
Told one of them but she say all look the same to her! :bsmilie:
Castlesinthesky
New Member
haha you guys are lucky. My missus takes an active interest in what I acquire. She knows how to use the cameras somemore and all purchases have to go through her approval.
But I'm blessed that she's always by my side when I do my frames.
But I'm blessed that she's always by my side when I do my frames.
SilentSeth
New Member
As for me I use 60D with 70-200 f/2.8 IS MK 1. Body was $1300 from J-3:16 (bought new that time), and 70-200 was purchased recently from a fellow Clubsnapper for $1700 (I'm the 3rd owner of that lens, but still damn pristine). So it's about $3K lah in total.
I think nowadays 550D, 600D, or 650D would be a better option than 50D (unless you die2 need 50D's features).
Well at least the xxxD sensors are better than 50D. Also cheaper & lighter. Then you can save the money & prepare for 7Dmk2.
(I don't really suggest 60D because I think 70D will come out soon)
My 2 cents
I think nowadays 550D, 600D, or 650D would be a better option than 50D (unless you die2 need 50D's features).
Well at least the xxxD sensors are better than 50D. Also cheaper & lighter. Then you can save the money & prepare for 7Dmk2.
(I don't really suggest 60D because I think 70D will come out soon)
My 2 cents
Turbonetics
Senior Member
there is actually no right wrong on which to get first.
you wanted the 7D so i assume you needed its FPS and faster and more AF points(to shoot sports or fast moving objects/subjects) which is the main selling point for the 7D.this is why i advise u to get a better camera which is good in these aspects first than a better lens.
u can have a good lens but not fast to lock focus on that particular moments is also no use.
unless you are shooting mainly stationary objects/subjects,then most camera are good at it and u can get a better lens first.
personally i feel that u should know what u need first and plan your purchase and not just buy when u think u need it or hear say,unless you are very rich.
another way to achieve what u want without waiting to save a few months,u can consider installment plan.Maybe pay $3.5k first and the rest go by installment if the balance reached its minimum amount.this way u can also save on some decent interest you may incurred.
nikerocks
New Member
installment need to pay by credit card right?i dont have..wanted to get the 7d for the fps as i shoot birds and animals most of the time.but because of budget constraint i was tinking of getting 50d..but i made up my mind to get the 7d first and save up for the IS 2 lens.but if mk 1 IS is being sold at bns,is it a worth it buy?
If during the meantime 55-250 serves your purposes.. go get it.
Then again, if it serves your purpose, you may not even need to upgrade beyond that... That said, It's reviewed that Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM is slightly better. You may want to go do your research for the mentioned lens. Thou I think the ans you get from other forums/websites/members will be just save it and get the 70-200 if you are really getting it eventually.
Turbonetics
Senior Member
actually the IS MK I is already a very good lens if you are on budget.
but then to shoot birds,i guess u need at least 400mm.
70-200mm is good for animals though.
SilentSeth
New Member
I think if you want it for birding, even a 70-300mm f/4-5.6 USM (non L) will serve you well.
Can add teleconverter as well, but not sure whether AF will work.
Can add teleconverter as well, but not sure whether AF will work.
nikerocks
New Member
Hmm..what about the 150-500 or 50-500 sigma lens? I wana find out more before I commit to buy which lens.i have the 70-300 before.seems abut short when I took photos of birds and certain animal in zoo...
If you are going into birding, I think 500mm is "about" there. But the reviews, It will still better to search for it. 70-300 + 2xTC maybe can also, but your max aperture will be ~f8. Not sure if the camera system still can focus.
Turbonetics
Senior Member
SkyStrike said:
If at the tele end. The max aperture should be F11.