The 18-200 is a decent lens, especially considering that it is an 11:1 superzoom. I have one that I use in those cases where it is not practical to carry a bucketload of lenses around, or where I need to manage weight and size. It will capture nice images, but is not particularly fast at the long end. Technically, it has some shortcomings. But it has been around for a long time, which is an indication that it continues to fill a lot of needs for a lot of people. It also received design update a few years ago, so it is far from an orphan.

I am a rank amateur photographer and I take quite a lot of photos (around 1,500 to 2,000 per month). I am the de facto photographer for several music events in my area. (Note: I am frugal in not taking a lot of shots of the same thing.)

My current dilemma is this.

I am completely reliant on my Canon 80D, for which I have several nice lenses and I have been jonesing for a second 80D body and I found a great deal for a used one. The struggle is whether to pull the trigger on my retirement budget. (I can come up with the cash.)

It would mostly be a backup but would also occasionally be used for quick lens changes at various venues.

So, while I can come up with the cash, I am unsure whether I should.

I am sure that some of you here have found yourselves in a similar situation and my question to you is; how important is it to have a backup camera body in a situation such as I have described?

And, yes, I know, ultimately I have to make this decision. I am purely looking for advice from the experienced peeps here.

All the best and I love UHH.

Hi, I’ve been reading the posts for awhile — this is my first try to write one!
Flying into Portland mid September and staying at Augusta first night. Taking hwy 3 to Bar Harbor for 3 days, then 3 days going So on 1 to Kennebunkport, 2 days in White Mts. This leaves an extra day for coast or White Mts.
Please give suggestions for lighthouse or other tours, lobster, and scenery points not to miss!
Have booked hotels.
Attempted to do this trip at 911– but got stuck in Chicago!!
Thanks for your help.
Boniemo