Regis Loc: Coeur d' Alene, Idaho

The cropped sensor factor makes a big difference for a larger image. Generally, the full frame cameras will give you a better image. The exception is the Canon 7D Mk2 camera. It's large sophisticated state-of-the-art sensor has challenged the full frame cameras with it's quality and it's many pro features making this Canon the best of their APS-C or crop cameras. All telephoto lenses have a peripheral softness which can be noticed when using a full frame camera. When you use a APS-C camera, like the Canon 7D Mk2, you won't get most of this fringe softness since this camera only uses the center portion of the image thereby cropping off the soft fringe area. So, you have eliminated one problem and gained a larger image.

Regis Loc: Coeur d' Alene, Idaho

Thank you, hb3, for your kind comment.

vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country

You should be in sales. I've been toying with the idea of getting the 7D Mk2 but have wondered whether I should save for a 5D. For the money, I might be happier with the 7.

Regis Loc: Coeur d' Alene, Idaho

A future version of the Canon 5D III 'may' be out this Fall with about 30 MP, upgraded sensor, better ISO's, etc. which will carry a hefty price. The Canon 7D Mk2 is an excellent camera for $1699 with more pro features than the current Canon 5D III. This camera has slightly better ISO's, but the 7D II comes very close. Any photo noise can be eliminated with the Topaz DeNoise program which is fast and easy to use. So, you may want to wait for the new Canon 5D III to come out this Fall (no promises). Remember, this camera is full frame and the image will be smaller than the Canon 7D II's image.
You might try to rent the Canon 7D II camera. It will be a lot cheaper to rent before you buy the camera at $1699 and find out you don't like it. 'lensrentals.com' (901-754-9100) is the place where I rented the Canon 100-400 II lens before I bought it at B&H.

vicksart Loc: Novato, CA -earthquake country

Thanks for the excellent advice Regis. I haven't committed to anything yet, and really need a new computer plus some Photoshop downloads before I add another camera to the mix. High on the list is spending time learning more about editing since my current system is a bit dated.

Regis Loc: Coeur d' Alene, Idaho

I use Photoshop Elements 12 as my base program. But my main add-on program is 'Perfect Effects #9'. This program can stand alone to. Most of the tools I use on my photos will be found in this program. But, you should have a fast computer using Windows 8.1 before you install the various photo enhancement programs. It's a joy to have a new and fast computer. Windows 8.1 is great for working with photos. Just take it one step at a time.