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EOS Bodies / Re: 7D or 5D2

« on: October 03, 2012, 09:27:03 PM »

I'd like to thank everyone for your great feedback.  All of you have given me quite a bit to think about. 

I also appreciate the honest assessment of breaking into the landscape photography industry.  I know it is going to be difficult and realize fully that in all likelihood I will need to wear many hats if I'm going to make this career change feasible/workable.  If not, I'll still have some great camera gear...whatever it is.... 

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EOS Bodies / 7D or 5D2

« on: October 03, 2012, 01:26:56 PM »

Hi everyone-

Long time lurker and first time poster.  I've been reading so much and debating the pro's and con's that my head is spinning.  In a nutshell, I need a new camera and have it narrowed down to these two.  I have some "L" lenses (3 of them) so switching to Nikon isn't an option for me. 

I'm an enthusiast who is looking at making the transition to full-time (focusing on landscapes) in the next 12 to 18 months...hopefully anyway.  I can dream right!  Currently I'm using a 60D and it is time for an upgrade.  I really want the 5D3 but not at that price.  The 5D2 would be great for my landscape shooting given that it is full frame but it does have some drawbacks that have been beaten to death.  Also, I would use the camera for other purposes (family shots, outdoor activities, some wildlife/birding) and thus am strongly considering the 7D as well. 

One thought I had was buying the 7D now and then picking up 5D3 sometime next year if and when the price comes down...but then I go another year without a full frame which would be very useful for what I'm trying to accomplish...see my dilemma?

Any advice/guidance would be appreciated.

Thanks!