Brand new 50D or used 5D Mark 1 I am thinking of upgrading to 50D but used 5D Mark 1 has a good price now. Any suggestions?
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To ED F,New 50d owner thanks you for advice on 50D over older 5D. After reading Ken Rockwell's info on the advantage of a full frame sensor, sensor size posed my only regret. If I continue to expand my system I can add the 5D Mark II. I know from the past that it is nice to have two bodies. In the 80's I had (still have) the New F1 w/speedfinder for telephoto pics and what I called my "Focus and Shoot" AE1 Program for everything else. What a combo! I'm new to digital and I have a lot to learn and my 50D should work out nicely.Bob
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The one thing to worry about with the 50D is the crop sensor. Make sure any lens you buy will be compatible with a full frame Canon body (5d, 5dmk2, 1dsMk3, etc...). You don't want to invest in a bunch of lenses that you can't move over to full frame.
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I think I was misunderstood? When I bought my 50D, it was a toss up between the 5D and the new (at that time) 50D with a couple of kit lenses. I chose the 50D (newer tech wise and more stuff) and I'm satisfied for now. If and when I upgrade, it would be the latest (tech wise) full frame Canon like the 5DMkII. I was just thanking John M. and ED F for validating my non-researched decision to go 50D instead of older 5D at the time.Bob
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I don't want to insult you, so you give me an idea. I am an artist, fine art photographer, (not too much cash).;-)So through out a figure that you are serious about. I have the Canon 20d. (I could throw in that body, so you can have 2 bodies)
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50D is more technologically advanced but 5D produces better looking files imho.
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If you are interested primarily in landscape photograhy - 5D. All around phtotograhy - 50D, it is newer "tech wise" and has senor cleaning.
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I agree with John M's recommendation, with the additional support for the 50D. The new processor makes a huge difference. If you can't make the jump to the 5D Mark II at this time go with the 50D I think you will be amazed.
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K. Bennett,Thanks very much for your info about these two cameras. I started with the model 30, had them for a year, sold them and got two 40D's, then last March I sold those and bought two 7D's. I had thought about getting a 5D, but a friend who just bought it said there are a lot of problems with the focusing, he said he gets around 20% out of focus, a number I find unacceptable. He advised me to skip the 5D and go to the Mark IV, and I was not sure if the better and sharper images, especially at high ISOs would be worth the extra $3000 a Mark IV would cost. What I might do is rent a Mark IV body for a weekend and see how I like it.Thanks for taking the time to post your comments. K. Bennett,Thanks very much for your info about these two cameras. I started with the model 30, had them for a year, sold them and got two 40D's, then last March I sold those and bought two 7D's. I had thought about getting a 5D, but a friend who just bought it said there are a lot of problems with the focusing, he said he gets around 20% out of focus, a number I find unacceptable. He advised me to skip the 5D and go to the Mark IV, and I was not sure if the better and sharper images, especially at high ISOs would be worth the extra $3000 a Mark IV would cost. What I might do is rent... » Read More K. Bennett,Thanks very much for your info about these two cameras. I started with the model 30, had them for a year, sold them and got two 40D's, then last March I sold those and bought two 7D's. I had thought about getting a 5D, but a friend who just bought it said there are a lot of problems with the focusing, he said he gets around 20% out of focus, a number I find unacceptable. He advised me to skip the 5D and go to the Mark IV, and I was not sure if the better and sharper images, especially at high ISOs would be worth the extra $3000 a Mark IV would cost. What I might do is rent a Mark IV body for a weekend and see how I like it.Thanks for taking the time to post your comments. « Show Less
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I absolutely love my canon 7D. The Canon 7D mark ii is supposed to be a little better with low light. You really can't beat the price right now on the canon 7D. It has really dropped in price since last year.(about 700.00) I have a Nikon too and I love the menu on the canons. They are easier to use. I love to photo birds in flight and I have gotten some amazing photos. You can buy a fast lens for sports too. The 70-200 lens with 2.8 f/ stop is a great sports photography lens. That is on my wish list. Hope this helps and good luck!
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I have the Canon 5d Mark ii and works ok... honestly I would recommend a Canon flash.. it will cost more but probably more reliable. if you are just looking for occasional usage it is ok for that.
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There is no "correct" choice, it is all up to you. The 30D is a good camera at a lower price, but uses previous generation technology. The 40D is the 30D's replacement and has the latest technology and higher cost. If your more concerned with money, go with the 30D. If you are more concerned with having the latest technology, get the 40D. Beyond that, look at each model and choose based on the features you want or need most.
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You're right. If I were willing to consider the extra cost, I think I would upgrade to the Canon 50D.I'm still trying to sort it all out!
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I too have wanted to buy a T2i for a while, ever since I noticed the announcement in February. Then, it was seemingly always out of stock at Amazon. Perhaps I haven't waited long enough, or maybe it just wasn't meant to be. Although I have bought 5 Canon cameras over the years, and I considered myself a Canon loyalist, I am beginning to wonder if maybe I should buy a Nikon as my first digital SLR.
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J. Perez --There is a lot of fanboyism going on at the beginning of this thread... and it's passed off as fact to be worse.If you're looking at these two cameras consider your needs. You already have nice canon glass so you may be better served going with the 5d II. What do you shoot? If it's sports I would definitely say lean to the D700 or look at the 7d (or 1d III as you mentioned). I personally think the 5D II has the best IQ of the bunch, but that is an opinion.Really, the two cameras mentioned here are a different beast. It's like comparing mac laptops to windows desktops. First decide if you use your camera more for sports or portraits then decide if you want the canon or nikon. J. Perez --There is a lot of fanboyism going on at the beginning of this thread... and it's passed off as fact to be worse.If you're looking at these two cameras consider your needs. You already have nice canon glass so you may be better served going with the 5d II. What do you shoot? If it's sports I would definitely say lean to the D700 or look at the 7d (or 1d III as you mentioned). I personally think the 5D II has the best IQ of the bunch, but that is an opinion.Really, the two cameras mentioned here are a different beast. It's like comparing mac laptops to... » Read More J. Perez --There is a lot of fanboyism going on at the beginning of this thread... and it's passed off as fact to be worse.If you're looking at these two cameras consider your needs. You already have nice canon glass so you may be better served going with the 5d II. What do you shoot? If it's sports I would definitely say lean to the D700 or look at the 7d (or 1d III as you mentioned). I personally think the 5D II has the best IQ of the bunch, but that is an opinion.Really, the two cameras mentioned here are a different beast. It's like comparing mac laptops to windows desktops. First decide if you use your camera more for sports or portraits then decide if you want the canon or nikon. « Show Less
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Ended up buying canon T1i instead of T3... will be in my hands next week. Bought it from Walmart for 629. Amazon price was 709 for the same camera. Letting you guys know if anyone is interested in buying Canon T1i. it is a 15MP camera with 720p video at 30fps and 1080p with 20fps. I really don't care for video part but it was really good deal compared to what best buy or amazon was asking for same camera.
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I would have considered it a starter camera possibly 2-3 years ago..but now since the firmware is at it's highest revision the camera is limited to older SD cards up to 4GB, no further. Those are becoming harder to find. I have gone from a D50 to D80 to a D7000 currently. The D80 or D90 would be good choices to learn on. I hope this helps!!
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DEFINITELY go with the T5i. I was thinking the same, but the extra features, newer & better tech, MANUAL video mode (light settings) and such were a great addition. This camera is great for the starting shooter or amateur. I went from little knowledge to taking masterpieces. Go for the T5i. You won't regret it.
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I am a 5D MKIII user and I have picked Canon 2 option. it works fine for me.
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depends what you are planning to do, but i would get the 5d because it is more compact and should not be any worse, being much newer. The 1ds is fully professional, so surely not bad either.
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Before you decided to purchase anything online, the best thing to do is go resellerratings.com and check the ratings of the store. There are several good, reputable companies that sell on ebay with good ratings as well as good feedback on ebay. When thinking about buying something like the Canon 40D, stick with the reputable companies. I can share my research with you. I've been looking for several months at the Canon 40D; and even considered the 50D. The reviews I've seen so far, even with the new 50D out now, are all aimed at the 40D as being the better camera to buy. As far as the place to buy, check out B Before you decided to purchase anything online, the best thing to do is go resellerratings.com and check the ratings of the store. There are several good, reputable companies that sell on ebay with good ratings as well as good feedback on ebay. When thinking about buying something like the Canon 40D, stick with the reputable companies. I can share my research with you. I've been looking for several months at the Canon 40D; and even considered the 50D. The reviews I've seen so far, even with the new 50D out now, are all aimed at the 40D as being the better camera to buy. As far as the place... » Read More Before you decided to purchase anything online, the best thing to do is go resellerratings.com and check the ratings of the store. There are several good, reputable companies that sell on ebay with good ratings as well as good feedback on ebay. When thinking about buying something like the Canon 40D, stick with the reputable companies. I can share my research with you. I've been looking for several months at the Canon 40D; and even considered the 50D. The reviews I've seen so far, even with the new 50D out now, are all aimed at the 40D as being the better camera to buy. As far as the place to buy, check out B « Show Less
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I now have the MarkIV and love it. There's nothing to compare to it to anywhere. I was goofing off with it today at ISO 10,000. Yes, the only drawback is not using the 10-22 wide angle and a few efs lenses.Wouldn't mind having the FF 5DMKII also! I was just looking at some ISO comparisons. Almost as good as the MKIV. DPreview has some comparisons. If you want full frame go with the 5D, if you want fast FPS and more length to your lenses go with the MKIV. They are both excellent. The MKIV is a heavier camera.
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The 50D isn't sealed. It's a pretend sealed but not like a 7d or 5d and they are not sealed like 1d series. 40d and 50d are mostly the same and better in my opinion then the 60D which is smaller and plastic.
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Photofun123-I am in a similar situation. What did you decide on and what do you think of it? I will be getting a 50d and only one lens. My main subject will be my toddler. I am considering 24-70 and 24-105. Thanks.