Switching to Full Frame

[Sportsgal501]

I think its stupid to switch to Nikon. Are you really gonna take better pictures with Nikon? I don't think so.

If your a Nikon user, stay with Nikon. If your a Canon user, stay with Canon.

Don't switch because of the sensors. If you switch because of the lenses (because Canon/Nikon don't simply have the lenses you need), yes than you can switch.

Why not switch?
If the current system is no longer working for him, why stay? Out of some sort of loyalty? What has Canon done for him lately? I've been also looking at other brands and I've been using Canon since 1998 starting with film.
I expect to have a new and different (lighter) crop sensor camera by this weekend and looking at Sony for my first full frame next year.

 

[RustyTheGeek]

I think its stupid to switch to Nikon. Are you really gonna take better pictures with Nikon? I don't think so.

If your a Nikon user, stay with Nikon. If your a Canon user, stay with Canon.

Don't switch because of the sensors. If you switch because of the lenses (because Canon/Nikon don't simply have the lenses you need), yes than you can switch.

Why not switch?
If the current system is no longer working for him, why stay? Out of some sort of loyalty? What has Canon done for him lately? I've been also looking at other brands and I've been using Canon since 1998 starting with film.
I expect to have a new and different (lighter) crop sensor camera by this weekend and looking at Sony for my first full frame next year.

I totally agree that if a switch is desired, CONSIDER ALL OTHER BRANDS, not just Nikon. The Pentax K-3 has been tempting me for a long time due to its interesting feature set and super rugged design.

And then there is the new Samsung NX-1 that is about to be available.

 

[Sportsgal501]

I think its stupid to switch to Nikon. Are you really gonna take better pictures with Nikon? I don't think so.

If your a Nikon user, stay with Nikon. If your a Canon user, stay with Canon.

Don't switch because of the sensors. If you switch because of the lenses (because Canon/Nikon don't simply have the lenses you need), yes than you can switch.

Why not switch?
If the current system is no longer working for him, why stay? Out of some sort of loyalty? What has Canon done for him lately? I've been also looking at other brands and I've been using Canon since 1998 starting with film.
I expect to have a new and different (lighter) crop sensor camera by this weekend and looking at Sony for my first full frame next year.

I totally agree that if a switch is desired, CONSIDER ALL OTHER BRANDS, not just Nikon. The Pentax K-3 has been tempting me for a long time due to its interesting feature set and super rugged design.

And then there is the new Samsung NX-1 that is about to be available.

Pentax K-3 or K-5ii I will be picking up on Black Friday.

Their weather resistance lens and (light weight)rugged body appeals to me and watching an (youtube) Army soldier in Afghanistan pour sand on it, than throw it in the shower and start snapping pictures afterwards sealed the deal.

 

[RustyTheGeek]

I think its stupid to switch to Nikon. Are you really gonna take better pictures with Nikon? I don't think so.

If your a Nikon user, stay with Nikon. If your a Canon user, stay with Canon.

Don't switch because of the sensors. If you switch because of the lenses (because Canon/Nikon don't simply have the lenses you need), yes than you can switch.

Why not switch?
If the current system is no longer working for him, why stay? Out of some sort of loyalty? What has Canon done for him lately? I've been also looking at other brands and I've been using Canon since 1998 starting with film.
I expect to have a new and different (lighter) crop sensor camera by this weekend and looking at Sony for my first full frame next year.

I totally agree that if a switch is desired, CONSIDER ALL OTHER BRANDS, not just Nikon. The Pentax K-3 has been tempting me for a long time due to its interesting feature set and super rugged design.

And then there is the new Samsung NX-1 that is about to be available.

Pentax K-3 or K-5ii I will be picking up on Black Friday.

Their weather resistance lens and (light weight)rugged body appeals to me and watching an (youtube) Army soldier in Afghanistan pour sand on it, than throw it in the shower and start snapping pictures afterwards sealed the deal.

Yep. I saw that too a couple years ago. Impressive! I do a lot of outdoor stuff along with hiking a bit too. If I eventually destroy a Canon DSLR in the outdoors I am going to be thinking how badly I should have purchased the K-3.

So far however, I just haven't been able to bring myself to make the investment necessary to get the body, at least a couple lenses, a flash, extra batteries, etc. A whole other system. And then the 7D2 came out which isn't likely as tough as the K-3 but is a step that direction. Sigh....

 

[allanP]

I totally agree that if a switch is desired, CONSIDER ALL OTHER BRANDS, not just Nikon. The Pentax K-3 has been tempting me for a long time due to its interesting feature set and super rugged design.

And then there is the new Samsung NX-1 that is about to be available.

Nothing against other brands, but are K-3 and NX-1 a Full Frames???
THe Subject here is "Switching to Full Frame"

 

[RustyTheGeek]

I totally agree that if a switch is desired, CONSIDER ALL OTHER BRANDS, not just Nikon. The Pentax K-3 has been tempting me for a long time due to its interesting feature set and super rugged design.

And then there is the new Samsung NX-1 that is about to be available.

Nothing against other brands, but are K-3 and NX-1 a Full Frames???
THe Subject here is "Switching to Full Frame"

No, they aren't full frames but I think the general advice is that when switching to another system entirely, consider all options before making the jump. Also, I think many here already own both full frame and crop and see other manufacturers' products as good alternatives that might have been purchased instead, had they been available at the time.

 

[Sportsgal501]

I totally agree that if a switch is desired, CONSIDER ALL OTHER BRANDS, not just Nikon. The Pentax K-3 has been tempting me for a long time due to its interesting feature set and super rugged design.

And then there is the new Samsung NX-1 that is about to be available.

Nothing against other brands, but are K-3 and NX-1 a Full Frames???
THe Subject here is "Switching to Full Frame"

I'm looking at getting a Sony a7 (also) next year...it's a Full Frame camera.

 

[wtlloyd]

Judging by your statements, you don't have particularly deep pockets. For this reason alone I wouldn't consider anyone but Canon.
A Pro has business needs completely different than an enthusiasts. Canon has a range of bodies and glass that far outstrips all competitors, allowing you to assemble a main kit AND a lessor but crucial secondary kit that will function as backup.

No other manufacturer compares in support and service to Canon. Can you afford to replace a broken camera or lens out of pocket on short notice so as to not miss a shoot? Nikon has a downright lousy reputation for their repair service, Canon are stellar in this regard and often generous in their warranty repair. Nikon isn't alone in mediocre performance, no one is in the same ballpark as Canon.
Join CPS, get a 2 day turnaround on your repairs, and never look back.

 

[RustyTheGeek]

Judging by your statements, you don't have particularly deep pockets. For this reason alone I wouldn't consider anyone but Canon.
A Pro has business needs completely different than an enthusiasts. Canon has a range of bodies and glass that far outstrips all competitors, allowing you to assemble a main kit AND a lessor but crucial secondary kit that will function as backup.

No other manufacturer compares in support and service to Canon. Can you afford to replace a broken camera or lens out of pocket on short notice so as to not miss a shoot? Nikon has a downright lousy reputation for their repair service, Canon are stellar in this regard and often generous in their warranty repair. Nikon isn't alone in mediocre performance, no one is in the same ballpark as Canon.
Join CPS, get a 2 day turnaround on your repairs, and never look back.

Totally agree with wtlloyd! Great points!

Pros are (or should be if they're smart) much more frugal and pragmatic with their equipment purchases. The gear needs to be sufficient to satisfy the needs of the business and nothing more. (Where enthusiasts buy stuff because the want it, a pro buys only what they truly need.) Running a business is more about the balance sheet, not about the photographer. The photographer (whether it's you or an employee) is merely part of the business mechanism. The business of photography is more about marketing, sales, customer service/services offered and reputation. No one cares about the camera gear except the person holding it. And every item purchased, even if it's just a memory card, takes away from the profit of the business.

Good luck with your upcoming business venture! Just please realize it's a long, hard, slow process to profitability.