1DX or 5D Mark III with two lenses

[Smurf1811]

Hi,

i need some advice....I've got a 5D Mark III, but i want another body. My Limit ist 6.500 €.

This are my two considerations:

1. Buy a 1DX....or
2. Buy another 5D Mark III with the 50mm 1.2 and the 24mm 1.4

My other Lenses are: 8-15mm, 16-35mm, 40mm, TS-E 45mm, 50mm 1.4, 70-200mm 2.8 is, 85mm 1.2, 100mm Macro, 135mm 2.0

Thanks

 

[Northstar]

I have both and I would say that if you shoot sports or fast action of some type then get the 1dx for the 12fps and slightly better AF capability. If you don't need this, then get the 5d3 and lenses for sure.

 

[Smurf1811]

Thanks....i think i go my way with the two 5D Mark III's and two new Lenses ;D

 

[vlim]

My Limit ist 6.500 €

I would love to have that budget

 

[Studio1930]

You have some nice lenses. I would get the 1DX for sure. I own it and would not want anything less. You might want to try one of each (rent or borrow) to see for yourself before you drop that much money. Only you know how you shoot and what you might need.

 

[Buyi]

whats wrong with people these days, how can u not know? ofc u go after the best camera u can afford and thats the 1Dx, it offers so much.

 

[PackLight]

I have both and I would say that if you shoot sports or fast action of some type then get the 1dx for the 12fps and slightly better AF capability. If you don't need this, then get the 5d3 and lenses for sure.

I agree, I would have added also if you do allot of low light shooting. If this or the sports and action shooting are not your cup of tea go for the lenses.

 

[TrumpetPower!]

I don't think you'll get that much more out of the 50L than the 1.4. On the other hand, you're missing out on good glass at the wide end.

While the 1DX is a superlative camera, there actually are situations where the 5DIII is the better choice even if money is no object. The 5DIII has an ultra-low-noise shutter mode that, by itself, makes it a far superior choice for wedding photography as well as anything else where silence is demanded, expected, or appreciated; in those situations, there isn't anything that the 1DX actually does better than the 5DIII, making the 5DIII the clear winner.

Similarly, the 5DIII is smaller and lighter. Take off the grip, stick a Shorty McForty on it, turn on live view, and it basically looks like an advanced P&S and nothing like the monster it really is. It'll even fit in a cargo pants pocket. If you're looking for a party camera on steroids, that's it.

The 5DIII also has a resolution advantage, which is important for focal length-limited work. The 5DIII might be a better camera for birders; it's certainly not a worse camera.

Where the 1DX reigns supreme is for action photography. If you're shooting for Sports Illustrated (or will be pretending you are), you'd be insane not to get it. It also does a bit better in low light shooting (but not hugely).

But, for everything else? The 5DIII is an equal or better choice -- and, make no mistrake: it's also awesome at sports and low light, just not quite as awesome. A decade ago, the 5DIII would have eaten the lunch of every other camera on the sporting green. Sure, the cameras back then had somewhat faster frame rates, but the 5DIII's autofocus means more in-focus shots per second for an overall win.

Hopefully, that's enough to help you make some decisions....

Cheers,

b&

 

[And-Rew]

The question suggests you've never held or used a 1Dx :'(

Because if you had - you would not be asking the question. I think the 1Dx is probably the nicest camera I've ever had in my hands - just a shame I can't afford one. I have to make do with a few goes...

 

[shutterwideshut]

My Limit ist 6.500 €

I would love to have that budget

 

[Pinchers of Peril]

I have both and I would say that if you shoot sports or fast action of some type then get the 1dx for the 12fps and slightly better AF capability. If you don't need this, then get the 5d3 and lenses for sure.

I was under the assumption that excluding the fact that the 1dx can spot meter at the selected AF point, the 5d3 had an identical AF system. When you say "slightly better AF capability" are you simply refering to the spot metering?

 

[Loswr]

I was under the assumption that excluding the fact that the 1dx can spot meter at the selected AF point, the 5d3 had an identical AF system. When you say "slightly better AF capability" are you simply refering to the spot metering?

The 1D X uses data from it's 100,000-pixel RGB betering sensor to enhance AF, particularly in AI Servo mode. That also allows face-tracking with phase detect AF - very useful for sports, and a feature that the 5DIII doesn't have.

 

[Smurf1811]

Thanks to all....i need the camera for Weddings and maybe some Couple-Shots...so i think i don't need the 1DX for that... 8)

On the other hand...a 1DX is a "nice-to-have" type of camera...

By the way...i've ordered the 50mm and the 24mm an hour ago ;D

 

[Pinchers of Peril]

I was under the assumption that excluding the fact that the 1dx can spot meter at the selected AF point, the 5d3 had an identical AF system. When you say "slightly better AF capability" are you simply refering to the spot metering?

The 1D X uses data from it's 100,000-pixel RGB betering sensor to enhance AF, particularly in AI Servo mode. That also allows face-tracking with phase detect AF - very useful for sports, and a feature that the 5DIII doesn't have.

I see... I guess that's just one more thing I have to be jealous about

 

[RLPhoto]

1Dx, as you already have a very good lens selection.

Since you choose the lens route, I can personally say that the 24L II and 50L are spectacular lenses.

 

[Northstar]

I was under the assumption that excluding the fact that the 1dx can spot meter at the selected AF point, the 5d3 had an identical AF system. When you say "slightly better AF capability" are you simply refering to the spot metering?

The 1D X uses data from it's 100,000-pixel RGB betering sensor to enhance AF, particularly in AI Servo mode. That also allows face-tracking with phase detect AF - very useful for sports, and a feature that the 5DIII doesn't have.

Neuro...spot on as usual.

 

[Pinchers of Peril]

I was under the assumption that excluding the fact that the 1dx can spot meter at the selected AF point, the 5d3 had an identical AF system. When you say "slightly better AF capability" are you simply refering to the spot metering?

The 1D X uses data from it's 100,000-pixel RGB betering sensor to enhance AF, particularly in AI Servo mode. That also allows face-tracking with phase detect AF - very useful for sports, and a feature that the 5DIII doesn't have.

Neuro...spot on as usual.

I guess the RGB "betering sensor" just makes things that much "better"

 

[Loswr]

I guess the RGB "betering sensor" just makes things that much "better"

Exactly what I was thinking. My first thought when I re-read that was, oops, a typo. My second thought was that the typo was leaving out a 't', not mistyping the 'm'.

 

[jasonsim]

I have the 5D III and the 50L. I've never used a 1Dx or the 24mm 1.4L. However, if you don't need the 10 or 12 FPS the 1DX affords, I think the 5D III would be the camera body to get. Especially, if you can catch one of those Ebay deals where it's going for $2800 or even less.

As for lens choice, the 50L is not the sharpest at 1.2. But the only option if you need that aperture. I recently picked up a 24-70mm f/2.8L II, which has been providing great sharp images. I sold off a few lenses in my collection to help pay for it and thinking about getting rid of yet another prime. Only have the 35mm 1.4L and 50mm 1.2L in that zoom range. I will keep the 85mm 1.2L II, since it is sharp at 1.2L and a great portrait lens on full frame.

Hope this helps some. I'd give the new 24-70mm version 2 a look.

Kind regards,
Jason

 

[SJTstudios]

The 5d mark iii is great, but the 1dx does most things better, as long as you won't miss the 12 fps, get the 5d3 and the lenses, both will really improve your photography, and with all that amazing glass, you can carry two lenses of great caliber. I also know that if you take photography seriously, it is wise to invest in two of the same bodies, you can share equipment, use 1 in case 1 breaks, and, you put a lens on for a particular view, keeping that is vital, so 2 5d3's would be really nice.
Or, as I would do if I had your gear, id by a 300 2.8 is.