New equipment suggestions, please.
Oct 17, 2014 12:50:57 #
I've been shooting for several years with a Canon Rebel T2i. I have a Sigma 18-200 and a Canon 70-300 and a couple other cheap lens. I think it's time to step up and this is what I'm considering: Nikon D7100 with a Tamron 16-300 and Tamron 24-70 2.8. I've looked at all the options and other than the brand of lens, this seems to be the best choice. I will be shooting landscapes, beach sunrise/sunsets,and grand babies. I considered going to a full frame, but felt the extra $1000 would be better spend on a flash and tripod. I'm open to any and all suggestions and would appreciate your time and advice. I'd like to be sure I'm doing the right thing before I lay out this kind of money. Thanks so much for your help 😊
Oct 17, 2014 13:19:18 #
Why not just get the Canon 7D Classic. It is much cheaper than the Nikon 7100. You already have a few EF-S lenses, why start over spending more money. And if you want to go full frame, the 6D is only $300-400 more, but you'll have to use EF lenses on the 6D. My thought is the move to Nikon will be expensive in the long run.
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Oct 17, 2014 13:21:52 #
FWIW, I recently bought a 7D (classic) as a backup to my 5D MKII. I absolutely love it and find myself reaching for it more then the 5D. Can be found used on Amazon or eBay in the $650 range.
Oct 17, 2014 13:26:35 #
Even as a lifetime Nikon user, I have to agree with Bill on this, gmccaleb. To switch to Nikon immediately renders your current lenses useless, whereas you could, as Bill suggested, switch to the Canon 6D and, perhaps, upgrade your lenses to Canon L lenses one at a time.
Just something more to consider...and make your decision more difficult. My work here is finished...LOL
Just something more to consider...and make your decision more difficult. My work here is finished...LOL
Oct 17, 2014 14:26:22 #
Thanks, Guys. My reasoning on this is the 6D is considerably more expensive and heavy. The 7D is is a great camera, but I thought I should get a newer technology if I was going to spend that amount of money. I'm not happy with the lens I have and would only use the new 16-300 and the 24-70 2.8 . I would sell the others anyway. I'm not sure about buying a used camera as opposed to a new one.. Anyway , that's my muddy rationale.
Oct 17, 2014 22:41:34 #
If you are not happy with the lenses that you have now switching makes sense. I suggest a Sigma 17-50 f/2.8 OS HSM instead of the 24-70. This is a lens you'll want to use inside where it could be cramped for space, and the wider angle would be useful especially for group pictures.
Oct 17, 2014 23:01:41 #
amehta
Loc: Boston
gmccaleb wrote:
I've been shooting for several years with a Canon ... (show quote)
Would you say that you're ready to let go of your current lenses as well as the T2i, so the Canon 70D does not have an advantage over the D7100? In that case, I agree that the D7100 is an excellent choice. The one thing I would consider is the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8 DC as your "high quality large aperture" option. It is a DX lens and does not have image stabilization, but it is a stop faster and has even better image quality.
Oct 18, 2014 08:46:52 #
If weight is an issue, and you're ok with switching brands, don't ignore mirrorless cameras. The em1 is weather sealed and the tiltable screen comes in handy for extreme low/high angle shots where you can't get to your viewfinder to compose. The great thing is that you can keep it small body wise, or add the extra battery grip to add some more size to it if you desire I often switch between the two setups depending on what I'm doing with it.
If I had to purchase a traditional dslr, it would likely be the d7100...but honestly those days are over for me, as I much prefer lighterwieght gear, since shooting landscapes I alway have other items to consider carrying (tripod, filters, flash, lenses, backpack with other non camera gear, water/food).
If I had to purchase a traditional dslr, it would likely be the d7100...but honestly those days are over for me, as I much prefer lighterwieght gear, since shooting landscapes I alway have other items to consider carrying (tripod, filters, flash, lenses, backpack with other non camera gear, water/food).
Oct 18, 2014 12:14:56 #
I agree with Bill and others. Go for the Canon so you can still use your lenses.
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Why not just get the Canon 7D Classic. It is much cheaper than the Nikon 7100. You already have a few EF-S lenses, why start over spending more money. And if you want to go full frame, the 6D is only $300-400 more, but you'll have to use EF lenses on the 6D. My thought is the move to Nikon will be expensive in the long run.
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Oct 18, 2014 12:47:15 #
Now you're concerned with weight. Your T2i, weighs in at 1.13 pounds, the D7100 is 1.49 lbs, the Canon 6D weighs 1.07 Lbs. As you can see the lightest weight camera is the Canon EOS 6D. If you add the Tamron SP 24-70mm f2.8 VC to the camera your adding 1.8 pounds to the package. So, time to go back to the drawing board. The 70D is just as new technology as the D7100, and is cheaper, and weighs less. Your perfect package would be a Canon EOS 70D, and 24-105mm f4L IS USM lens. But, from what I read in your posts "I wanna a Nikon!" So, go out and buy one.
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Oct 18, 2014 12:55:42 #
gmccaleb wrote:
I've been shooting for several years with a Canon ... (show quote)
Being a Canon user and loyalist I'd suggest you stay within the same system since you're already there. Canon makes some wonderful models. I'm shooting a t3i and am very pleased with it and don't intend to upgrade.
Best of luck
Oct 18, 2014 12:58:39 #
The Nikon 7100 is a very good camera - better than Canon ! - HOWEVER, If you are going to change systems, I would do it with SONY - new or used - like the A77. Consider a Sigma 17-70 2.8-4 and 50-150 2.8 to go with it.
Oct 18, 2014 13:07:38 #
gmccaleb wrote:
I've been shooting for several years with a Canon ... (show quote)
GM, I don't care if you use your lenses or not. I assume you DON'T shoot any action or you would not even consider a FF unless you spent WAY more money.
So I would recommend you get a used 5dll. It's an extremely good camera and produce results better than the 7d or 7100.
In the event you DO shoot action, then a used 7d is hands down the better option at about 1/2 the cost of the 7100. Good luck. 😊
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Oct 18, 2014 13:40:39 #
Bill Emmett wrote:
Now you're concerned with weight. Your T2i, weigh... (show quote)
Bill, I should have checked the weight on the cameras myself. Thank you for pointing it out to me. I assumed because the 6d was FF it would be heavier. What I get for assuming! I see you have the new Tamron 24-70 I was considering, are you happy with it? I was looking at it for low light capabilities as opposed to the 24-105. My original thought was the 6d, but (a) thought it would be too heavy, (b) would cost more. No, I'm not determined to switch to Nikon and yes, back to the drawing board.
Oct 18, 2014 13:45:28 #
Agreeing with Coudhitt, about mirrorless. I just returned from a Columbia River cruise and took my Nikon D800E with Nikon 28-300 zoom and my Sony NEX-5 with the Sony 18-200 zoom. I ended up using the Sony 4 to 1 over the Nikon. The Nikon served me well on the shots that needed the high resolution (shots to print large), but the Sony was much easier to handle and has the articulating LED viewfinder which is plenty bright and enhances handling.
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