Hassie
Loc: Central Pennsylvania
I previously was thinking of going from my Canon 60D to a Nikon 750.
There were a lot of comments from both directions, for and against.
I have been thinking on the suggestions and have looked at the various Canon full frames and find that a refurbished
5DIII at Cameta is a reasonable option with a rating of Mint and a very low shutter count.
It is the lens that I would be buying that has me confused. What would be a good multi-purpose lens for this camera until I can start
getting some additional prime and tele lenses? 24-70? 70-200? Sigma or Tamron or Canon L?
I have a trip to the Rockies planned in June or July.
Hassie
Loc: Central Pennsylvania
I did look at the Canon store but they only had 5DIV's.
I did misspeak in my initial submission. Cameta has "Used" 5D3's with a low shutter count.
Made the same move - from 60D (to 6Dii, not 5Diii) - and knowing previously that I was going to do it, I purchased a refurb 24-70f4 from Canon ($719) and used it, still do, on the 60D until I made the move. I chose the 24-70f4 for its close-up almost macro mode (0.7 to 1.0). I now use that lens as my "walk-around" and am quite pleased with it. The 24-105f4L version ii is also quite good I am told. Avoid the first version, as there seems to be a problem with the wiring harness. I don't know and haven't heard of anyone using the STM version.
Check out the Canon site, as well as
https://www.cpricewatch.com for prices and deals.
Remember, your EFs lenses *will not work* or even mount to the FF body. Don't even try!
Good luck, you'll enjoy FF.
A used 24-105 f/4L IS (the original version) can be purchased used for about $500. A similar non L 24-105 is also about $500 new. This version (EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM) is considered sharper, just lacking a consistent aperture and the rugged build of the L model. Either lens would be an excellent general purpose lens, maybe the only lens you need for the Rockies and general everyday use. Longer lenses or wider lenses or faster lenses would depend on more specific needs beyond general purpose. The v II of the 24-105L is a superior lens, but if working within a budget, the new vII is about double the price of these other candidate lenses.
pmorin
Loc: Huntington Beach, Palm Springs
CHG_CANON wrote:
A used 24-105 f/4L IS (the original version) can be purchased used for about $500. A similar non L 24-105 is also about $500 new. This version (EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM) is considered sharper, just lacking a consistent aperture and the rugged build of the L model. Either lens would be an excellent general purpose lens, maybe the only lens you need for the Rockies and general everyday use. Longer lenses or wider lenses or faster lenses would depend on more specific needs beyond general purpose. The v II of the 24-105L is a superior lens, but if working within a budget, the new vII is about double the price of these other candidate lenses.
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Here’s another vote for the 24-105 L. That’s one of the best lenses I own and it spends most of its time competing with the 100-400 LII for time on the camera. Plus it will fit your 60D.
What is your budget? While the 5DIII is still an excellent camera, if your budget can handle it I suggest you look into the Canon EOS RP. Full frame and highly capable at a very reasonable price. With the included adapter you can use any EF-S lens, any EF lens, such as the 24-105 that has been mentioned, as well as the new RF lenses. It is small, light, and will out perform the 5DIII in a number of areas. As far as a lens, you can't go wrong starting with either an EF or RF 24-105 f/4 L. A used EF 24-105 L will probably suit your budget best. Even the ver I is a fine lens. Mine still does fine work on both my EOS R and my 5DIV.
TriX
Loc: Raleigh, NC
CHG_CANON wrote:
A used 24-105 f/4L IS (the original version) can be purchased used for about $500. A similar non L 24-105 is also about $500 new. This version (EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM) is considered sharper, just lacking a consistent aperture and the rugged build of the L model. Either lens would be an excellent general purpose lens, maybe the only lens you need for the Rockies and general everyday use. Longer lenses or wider lenses or faster lenses would depend on more specific needs beyond general purpose. The v II of the 24-105L is a superior lens, but if working within a budget, the new vII is about double the price of these other candidate lenses.
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👍👍 exactly what I was about to suggest.
47greyfox
Loc: on the edge of the Colorado front range
There have been a lot of suggestions for either the Canon EF 24-70 and/or EF 24-105, both f/4L. I would certainly concur... but... you might also consider adding (or rent) a wide angle EF 16-35 f/4, avail refurbished from Canon for ~$880.
47greyfox wrote:
There have been a lot of suggestions for either the Canon EF 24-70 and/or EF 24-105, both f/4L. I would certainly concur... but... you might also consider adding (or rent) a wide angle EF 16-35 f/4, avail refurbished from Canon for ~$880.
Ah, yes. But right now, the 17-40f4L is $500, new. An inexpensive way to get into the "trinity", even if they are all f4's.
TriX
Loc: Raleigh, NC
47greyfox wrote:
There have been a lot of suggestions for either the Canon EF 24-70 and/or EF 24-105, both f/4L. I would certainly concur... but... you might also consider adding (or rent) a wide angle EF 16-35 f/4, avail refurbished from Canon for ~$880.
Or the 17-40 f4L. Older lens design, but very sharp and less expensive.
Btw, the 5D3 will not disappoint - a real solid workhorse that produces excellent results at high ISOs - I shot mine at ISO 10,000 to 12,800 all the time. No accident that a sizable percentage of working journalists and pros use the 5D3.
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I also love the 17-40.
It lacks OIS so I use it on an IBIS body.
But I shoot in the dark. If you work in
sunshine, a 17-40 doesn't necessarily
need IS.
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CHG_CANON wrote:
A used 24-105 f/4L IS (the original version) can be purchased used for about $500. A similar non L 24-105 is also about $500 new. This version (EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM) is considered sharper, just lacking a consistent aperture and the rugged build of the L model. Either lens would be an excellent general purpose lens, maybe the only lens you need for the Rockies and general everyday use. Longer lenses or wider lenses or faster lenses would depend on more specific needs beyond general purpose. The v II of the 24-105L is a superior lens, but if working within a budget, the new vII is about double the price of these other candidate lenses.
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I agree here. If it is going to be a while before you can purchase any more lens, this would be the way to go.
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
Hassie wrote:
I previously was thinking of going from my Canon 60D to a Nikon 750.
There were a lot of comments from both directions, for and against.
I have been thinking on the suggestions and have looked at the various Canon full frames and find that a refurbished
5DIII at Cameta is a reasonable option with a rating of Mint and a very low shutter count.
It is the lens that I would be buying that has me confused. What would be a good multi-purpose lens for this camera until I can start
getting some additional prime and tele lenses? 24-70? 70-200? Sigma or Tamron or Canon L?
I have a trip to the Rockies planned in June or July.
I previously was thinking of going from my Canon 6... (
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When I go on trips I take my trusty Sony HX99V that has a 24-720 mm lens. It can handle everything I need to get the shot.
That said, when traveling with DSLR's (not my recommendation) I would take a lens with a widest possible lens reach. Generally speaking you will be outside in the Rockies. I would suggest the Nikon 28-300 on a full frame Nikon D750. I strongly suggest one camera, one lens when traveling, switching lenses on the run is asking for a dirty sensor, which, is not easy to clean while traveling.
sb
Loc: Florida's East Coast
pmorin wrote:
Here’s another vote for the 24-105 L. That’s one of the best lenses I own and it spends most of its time competing with the 100-400 LII for time on the camera. Plus it will fit your 60D.
100% concur - the two most used lenses I own.
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