on the verge of buying, just need some final moral support

[RS2021]

Not really to hijack this thread too badly, but thought I'd ask a somewhat related question.

What's the opinion of buying the 6D as a second camera to the 5D3? For wedding or other shoots when you really need to have a backup camera? 6D or get an older used 5D2?

cayenne

Single card slot on 6D is a bummer if you like that extra insurance of dual slots. I guess as a second body 6D should be ok given the wifi capabilities, though I have no idea how fast this would be as an instant backup.

More interesting is the ability to control the second 6D body with a different vantage point via smartphone apps remotely.

 

[Faxon]

Determine what you want. Then buy it. Do you want a 1DX? I do. So I am saving up for it. If you want a 6D, buy it. If you want a better camera, buy that. It's just a matter of too much choice. If Canon only made three cameras, it would be so much simpler. Sounds like you are going to buy the 6D, and maybe later you can get a 5d when they are closing them out. In this day of sensors, and no more film, it's only the lenses that hold their value, sadly.

 

[dolina]

Stop thinking! Just buy!

If you think you start wondering if it is better to invest for the future. ;D

 

[pwp]

Hi, I've been waiting to get a FF for a while now, and I'm pretty sure I'm going with the 6d....

JJJ it sounds like you have done your research. It's almost inconceivable that you would be disappointed with a 6D. Personally I'd be picking it up with the 24-105 f/4is. Then start adding lenses as your shooting style evolves and as your finances reasonably allow.

An assistant I work with recently bought some nice lenses from a guy who bought a 5D3 and around $25k worth of L glass. He was totally out of reality and in fact rarely uses the camera, and then only with the 24-70 f/2.8II. All I'm saying is start with a simple setup and build as needs or creative urge requires.

In my business I have never bought lenses that I thought may be useful...Over time I've built a very handy collection but only bought when a project or new client had specific needs that needed certain lenses.

-PW

 

[scrup]

If you are seeing the 6d as an investment then i would probably recommend getting the cheapest camera and putting the rest of the money in stocks. The 6D will most likely go cheaper. I see it resting around 1500 in the next 6 months.

On the other hand, if you value image quality and memories then i would recommend getting the best camera to help you take the best photo that you can reasonably afford.

You can't go back in time to retake the photo but you can always make more money.

 

[Mt Spokane Photography]

I wouldn't worry too much about a body, all Canon FF bodies are very good. Its lenses where your investment will be, and you will or should plan on spending much more on lenses than on a camera body.
A good lens and 6D are far better than a cheap lens and 5D MK III that have the same total cost.
Get a 6D and 24-105mmL and you will have a lens to last for several bodies, for example. Then build on your lens collection with a wide aperture prime, and a telephoto zoom as you can afford to. A macro lens is another nice thing, but it can wait.

 

[danski0224]

i usually only use single point focus.

Just keep in mind that the 5DIII has many focus points that can be chosen to use as "single point focus" and the 6D, in comparison, only has a few.

If you only use the center point for your pictures, then disregard. I'd probably choose the 6D then.

 

[Meh]

the 5d3 doesnt seem too far away in price, but i cant really justify getting it! lol

Ok, so here's the thing about trying to justify gear purchase. Just don't do it. Instead, pick any feature of a piece of gear and arbitrarily define that feature as a necessity for a particular near-term purpose... after a few days or weeks you will start to integrate that thought into your conscious and subconscious mind and, voila, you no longer need to "justify" anything because it's a necessity. I have plenty of gear I rarely use but I don't regret a single purchase because they were and are necessities. Most recently it was necessary that I purchase a 5D3 and 24-70mm f/2.8 II. And so I did. I now have a 5D2 and a 7D that I rarely use but I'm glad to have them because they are necessary. When the 7D2 comes along I will buy that too. And my 5D2 will be the backup for the 5D3 and the 7D will be the backup for the 7D2. See, it's awesome. Enjoy.

Edit... I'm kidding. Kind of.

 

[Artifex]

(though if sony had a FF i would be v interested in that , shame)

Sony does have a FF camera ... Sony a99 Full-Frame DSLR

sorry i meant pentax!!

I don't want to get you even more torn out, but it seems that Pentax have confirm that they plan to make a FF camera.
Source: http://photorumors.com/2013/02/03/pentax-confirms-their-full-frame-dslr-camera-plans-again/

 

[TexasBadger]

If you can afford it, get the 5D3. If not, get the 6D and start shooting!

 

[RS2021]

Ok, so here's the thing about trying to justify gear purchase. Just don't do it. Instead, pick any feature of a piece of gear and arbitrarily define that feature as a necessity for a particular near-term purpose... after a few days or weeks you will start to integrate that thought into your conscious and subconscious mind and, voila, you no longer need to "justify" anything because it's a necessity. I have plenty of gear I rarely use but I don't regret a single purchase because they were and are necessities. Most recently it was necessary that I purchase a 5D3 and 24-70mm f/2.8 II. And so I did. I now have a 5D2 and a 7D that I rarely use but I'm glad to have them because they are necessary. When the 7D2 comes along I will buy that too. And my 5D2 will be the backup for the 5D3 and the 7D will be the backup for the 7D2. See, it's awesome. Enjoy.

Edit... I'm kidding. Kind of.

LOL. How true... ;D

 

[Aglet]

If you can afford it, get the 5D3. If not, get the 6D and start shooting!

I disagree.
OP states he doesn't need the 5d3's AF abilities,.
6D has a slightly cleaner raw file, more suitable for whatever post-processing they may wish to do.

Go with the 6D. It's so good I'll likely buy one myself as soon as the price drops down to the $1600 or so level...
Unless Pentax brings out their FF before then because I just bought a big ol' box of gorgeous SMC primes the other day and now I'm ready to go FF on K-mount too! ;D

 

[AudioGlenn]

I say go for the 6D (and I'm a 5d3 owner).

Buy what you need when you need it. It doesn't sound like the mk3 is a MUST.

If you find you outgrow the 6D, sell it and go for the 5dmk3 when that time comes. In the meantime, you'll have a great camera that you can afford and you can start shooting today. There's value in that (shooting now, instead of shooting later), too!

 

[DocMo]

the 5d3 doesnt seem too far away in price, but i cant really justify getting it! lol

Ok, so here's the thing about trying to justify gear purchase. Just don't do it. Instead, pick any feature of a piece of gear and arbitrarily define that feature as a necessity for a particular near-term purpose... after a few days or weeks you will start to integrate that thought into your conscious and subconscious mind and, voila, you no longer need to "justify" anything because it's a necessity. I have plenty of gear I rarely use but I don't regret a single purchase because they were and are necessities. Most recently it was necessary that I purchase a 5D3 and 24-70mm f/2.8 II. And so I did. I now have a 5D2 and a 7D that I rarely use but I'm glad to have them because they are necessary. When the 7D2 comes along I will buy that too. And my 5D2 will be the backup for the 5D3 and the 7D will be the backup for the 7D2. See, it's awesome. Enjoy.

Edit... I'm kidding. Kind of.

You had me going. Lol

 

[RustyTheGeek]

Most of what I'm reading so far I agree with. The 6D will do you fine. I have both the 6D and the 5D3. I honestly gravitate toward the 6D more often. It's lighter, focuses better in indoor/low ambient light and is less complicated. I do enjoy using the 5D3 but if the next firmware update doesn't improve the low light AF, I'll probably sell it. The 5D3 dominates the 6D in fps speed in good light so if you are planning any sports shooting, it's the one to go with. I don't shoot birds, etc but if that is part of your shooting, the 5D3 is the better choice. IQ is about the same so don't worry about that. At the moment it's pretty nice having both but since most of my shooting is ambient light journalistic style shooting, the 6D works better for me.

Either wait to see if the price drops more due to the Yen or go for it now and start getting satisfaction from your purchase.

I also strongly agree that you should get the 24-105 + 6D Kit. It's a great deal. You won't regret it, but you might regret later when you want the 24-105 for $200+ more price. And you will, trust me.

 

[iaind]

If you have the money go for the 5D3. You wont regret it.

 

[zg08]

I found this thread while looking for some reviews, I think it might help you decide/justify your choice.


http://www.digitalrev.com/article/canon-6d-vs-5d-mark/NTczODM1ODc_A

 

[FatDaddyJones]

Do it! We all got your back, man. We're behind ya. Cheering you on! JIMMY! JIMMY! JIMMY! Go for it. Get it. Buy it now! Time's a-wasting. It's sittin' there on a shelf all lonely, wishin' that you'd buy it. Just think of that camera in your hands.... shutter clickin' away.... You could make beautiful pictures together. You know it in your heart. You need it. Life just isn't complete. Do it, Jimmy. Get it. Get it now.

 

[rsheath08]

The 6D is awesome!!! Just got mine (upgraded from a 550D) and love it!

 

[skitron]

I had a 6D for a week and sent it back for a 5D3 because I wanted the AF (and my 6D was apparently a dud). That said, if you're hung up on the price of the 5D3 I'd say get the 6D with the 24-105L as a kit. It's a good deal since you end up paying about $500 for the lens and can eBay it all day long for $750. But it's a decent little zoom, so why not get it and keep it for that price?