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EOS Bodies / Re: 7d vs 60d

« on: March 13, 2012, 01:16:36 PM »

Coming from an XSI I was kind of in the same predicament as you; pretty sure I was going to get a Mark III when it arrived but its higher cost and a kitchen remodel later I needed something cheaper.

Here was my thought process and why I actually choose the 60D:

Feature-wise the 7D is clearly better and would rather own it over the 60D.. however after owning the 60D for a few weeks now its still a very very nice camera. Huge step from the older rebels.. Even without AF adjust, my 50mm F1.4 seems to have a pretty good hit rate. Much much better then my XSI. The additional cross points is nice coming from a rebel..

Neuro also mentioned the storage cards as well which is a good point. I owned two class 10 32gb cards already so I was looking at another 100-150 dollars in cost going with CF.

Some may say its a slightly better rebel, however I disagree. The size, top screen, faster fps (even 5.3 from 3 is a big difference) just feel like a more substantial camera then the rebel.

I figure with this 500+ in savings I can apply it to a decent UWA or put it towards a Mark III in a year or so when the price might come down a little.

Either way the CLP program is way too go cause even resale on the 60D and 7D on Ebay are those prices.

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EOS Bodies / Re: 1d mk iv or 5d mkiii?

« on: March 05, 2012, 08:55:06 AM »

The one nice thing about the Mark IV is the F/8 autofocus so while you would lose some quality with a 2X teleconv you can still put it on your 300 and retain autofocus ~ 600mm F/8

Though I ditto the 600mm F/4 from investment from what I hear the superteles are niceeee

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EOS Bodies / Re: Hugely Disappointed In 5D III Price

« on: March 04, 2012, 05:45:37 PM »

Plus who knows with Canons new pricing even the new rebel may come in at $1599 or so 

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EOS Bodies / Re: Hugely Disappointed In 5D III Price

« on: March 04, 2012, 05:33:35 PM »

Yeah I was a little disappointed in the Mark III price though I think its worth it price and feature wise. Coming from 4 year old XSI, I planned on going full frame for awhile now most like grabbing the Mark II after the price drop. Since its a hobby for me, I still couldn't quite convince myself to spend the 1750+ or so yet. Especially with upgrades to my house and other expenses.

However I really needed the upgrade and while I think the T4i is right around the corner (anyone notice the price drop straight from Canon on the T3i just like the 5D II) I ordered the 60D for only $630 through the CLP program today.. i know it lacks some prosumer features namely the AFMA but it is still a huge upgrade from where I was at.

I figure in a year from now the Mark II might be quite a bit less maybe even the III around Christmas so thats a possibility. I figure I could still get 450-500 for then for the 60D and im only down a couple hundred.

Plus Ive been really interested in doing some video with a 9 month old son ready to crawl/walk.. Otherwise may even considered a 5D classic

Ive heard people on this forum say it best or along these lines: you can always wait for the next best thing but then you miss capturing memories of your best thing

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon 5D Mark III/X Ideal Price???

« on: February 22, 2012, 05:45:14 PM »

Kind of a vague survey... of course one would want to pay 2499 but at the cost of what features

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United States / Re: One Week Away From FEBRUARY 28, 2012.

« on: February 21, 2012, 02:52:36 PM »

I wonder if Canon will put the Mark II in the CLP program when the next replacement is announced. At 1599 it would be tough decision (for myself) if the Mark III/X is coming in around 3K.

5D Mark II + 70-200 IS II (After selling 70-200 F/4) or Replacement

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Lighting / Re: Do I need the 580?

« on: February 21, 2012, 02:44:33 PM »

If money is not a big issue I would get the 580ex II. Ive used both and one of the cool features of the 580 is the strobe which can make for some cool shots against a dark background.

You mentioned weddings; and some churches have higher ceilings can benefit that can benefit from a bounce at 1/2 or 1/4 and faster recycle times.

But by no means is the 430 a slouch and will be worlds different then the on-camera.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon T3i Price Jump

« on: February 17, 2012, 09:41:43 AM »

I believe they added the T3i to the Canon Loyalty Program earlier this year and you can get a refurbished one direct form canon for around $540. Condition is practically new and comes with a warranty although its a 90 day one. Hell Id even consider the 60D which you can get for $647 through the program. Still cheaper then a new T39 from the prices youve come across now. All you need is a broken POS canon camera to exchange.

I think Canon will release the T4i in the next month or so.. some pinged it at the EOS 650 anniversary (for 650D)

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Lenses / Re: 24-105mm vs 17-40mm on crop

« on: February 13, 2012, 08:40:51 AM »

You may have already eliminated this as an option because you said weather sealing but if you wanted a little longer reach then the 17-55 IS the 15-85 is a possibility saving you a few hundred to get a 7D over a 60D. Never used it but its optically as good as the 17-55 and probably the 24-105 from what I hear.

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Animal Kingdom / Re: Show your Bird Portraits

« on: February 12, 2012, 10:16:59 AM »

Great photos everyone...

@ nightbreath. The last pic [vultures] is incredible... One of the coolest photos Ive ever seen

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Animal Kingdom / Re: Show your Bird Portraits

« on: February 11, 2012, 10:35:06 AM »

70-200 F4

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Animal Kingdom / Re: Show your Bird Portraits

« on: February 11, 2012, 05:44:18 AM »

Soft Focus

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EOS Bodies / Re: Latest Canon disappoints wants me to switch over to Nikon.

« on: February 08, 2012, 09:04:03 AM »

While I do think the D800 looks awesome and love the fact it can crop to 1.5X. Something I would love in a Canon, Id give it a couple months to see what Canon has to offer before jumping to that conclusion. Im not sure that its fair to say though that Canon is not in touch with present reality. The 1Dx and D4 look pretty close to me (In fact if Canon fixes F8 AF id give it the edge).

The new super telephotos (500 & 600) now have an availability date so im guessing stuff is coming and soon.

The only think I was disappointed in was I think the price of the 24-70 is very high for todays economy and would have expected something in the 1750-1900 range..

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Lenses / Re: An updated 70-200 F/4 in the near future?

« on: February 02, 2012, 04:49:19 PM »

Starting off I owned the 18-55 and the 50 F1.8 when I bought my XSI.

The 70-200 F/4 was my first real good lens and I was extremely happy with the purchase. Still have it to this day and would only get rid of it budget allowing for the new 2.8... Have taken some great pics with it over the years

Pull the trigger its a huge difference between the 55-250!

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Lenses / Re: Samyang (Rokinon) 35mm 1.4 deal!

« on: January 20, 2012, 12:52:26 PM »

Grabbed it as well. Had a $50 amazon card waiting to be used so only $325 out of pocket made it a great deal...

Grabbing a 35mm on my 30th not too bad