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Originally Posted by sshole
I'm still shooting with an old Canon 5D classic (this is actually my 2nd one). I've had a Rebel XT and 40D as well (both APS-C sensors), but nothing produces pictures quite like the full frame bodies, IMO. I'm also a fan of Canon's L series lenses, having owned and/or used a 24-70mm f/2.8L original and II, 135mm f/2L, 70-200mm f/2.8L & f/4L both IS and non-IS, 100-400mm L, 50mm f/1.2L. All made great pictures, but they made them on whatever body I put them on.
If it were my money, I'd look at used bodies (doesn't really matter, as long as it's compatible with the lenses you want) on forums like fredmiranda, photography-on-the.net, etc. and then maybe a used pro level lens to pair with the body. You'll likely come out spending just about as much on great, used, prosumer level stuff as you would buying brand new consumer level stuff.
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I'm so envious of those who picked up a 5D. They're such classics with lots of fun. Also was one of my favorites that I couldn't afford for awhile. lol Picked up a T1i just to practice and never was able to save up enough to upgrade camera bodies. Do have some decent lens though.
I absolutely agree with checking out Fredmiranda or photography on the net for some used stuff.
If you don't mind small-minor-non-image-quality damages to your lens or camera body.. some of the prices on there become a steal.
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Originally Posted by Sportsguy83
Just wanted to tell you I came here only and just ONLY to tag you so you could help him out but you already did.  |
Hah~ Thank you though. I wouldn't say I'm good with photography but I'd love to help when I can. Although there are some pretty damn good photographers on here. I made a photography thread awhile back. I'll look once I'm done doing this damn spread sheet.
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Originally Posted by Porsche
I purchased a Canon 6D for my wife this past Christmas. It's a wonderful camera capable of almost everything my 5d Mark III can do, while offering a noticeably more compact and lighter weight body. Some things it can do even better. Canon shooters thinking of this body would do well to look at it. I love it, and recommend it as well. And one will save a good $1000+ vs. the 5D Mark III.
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Yea it is! The 6D is awesome. Although my friends who own 5DMKII or IIIs all say no to it. The wifi function I found to be convenient. I don't like the plasticy feeling (after holding the 5DMKIII). The feeling is so much more different from a 1.6x to a Full frame.
Saving my coins for a MK3 though and prob a 6D as a back up.