moonhawk Loc: Land of Enchantment

I'd like second body too, with the same mind I have now.... :mrgreen:

Pilot 6 Loc: Eugene, OR

So am I.

Cdouthitt Loc: Traverse City, MI

Skip the m3. Despite being able to use your existing lenses, the slow af will drive you bonkers. Consider a Sony a6300/6000 or Olympus em10ii or a bridge camera.

Mark7829 Loc: Calfornia

You have a number of lenses with Canon mounts - you should stay with Canon unless you want to get rid of your lenses. For a second body - used, refurbished and KEH are excellent choices... make sure you get the shutter counts on used cameras..

amfoto1 Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA

If you plan to use the two cameras at the same time, with different lenses mounted and switching back and forth between them quickly, I'd recommend a second T6s. It's not fun to use two different models that way and leads to mistakes because of differences in the controls. I shoot a lot of sports and have been using two or three identical APS-C models this way and for this reason (over the years those have been 30D, 50D, 7D and now 7DII).

However, if you are planning to use the cameras separately and in less frantic shooting situations, there's also a strong argument for a different model that complements what you have now, giving you additional features over your current camera. Still, it is best when they share memory cards, batteries and have reasonably similar controls. For example, I also use a full frame model and have stuck with 5D-series that have similar controls, share batteries and memory with my APS-C cameras.

I believe T6s uses similar controls and design to 60D, 70D, 80D and 6D. 80D is getting some new video-related features and the full frame 6D is one of the best for low light/high ISO.

I agree that it would probably be best to stick with Canon, so that you can best utilize your current lenses.

I don't use any mirrorless models, so have no idea how they might compare.

markngolf Loc: Bridgewater, NJ

I've been looking for a 2nd body for over 30 years. Still making it with the original!! LOL

What do you shoot? That will influence your choices.
Mark

CLF Loc: Raleigh, NC

That gave me a BIG Belly laugh. I needed it today. Thanks.

Greg

CLF Loc: Raleigh, NC

We all need a new body, no refurbs, please. :roll: :roll:

I currently shoot wildlife, flowers, landscapes, items that tend to like a cropped sensor. I will not be able to buy anything until July/August and at that time I will be getting another T6s or maybe, and that is a big maybe the 80D. I am trying to maintain commonality between my primary and 2nd body so the 2nd body doesn't become a safe queen. With 2 identical bodies that should not happen. I have eliminated all the mirror less makes for the reason mentioned above.

That is about it, thanks for offering help in my decision.

Greg

Dr.CalebRodriguez

Just curious about why you chose the tamron 24-70 versus sigma or canon?
Thank you

Dr.CalebRodriguez

Just curious about why you chose the tamron 24-70 versus sigma or canon?
Thank you

CLF Loc: Raleigh, NC

I found this lens at a local shop and out the door it was $75. I bought it and it turns out to be pretty darn good optics. Could be sharper but for that amount of money I could use it or just let it collect dust.

Greg

Reinaldokool Loc: San Rafael, CA

Makes good sense. When I decided to switch to MILC, I bought a Sony a6000. It has proven to be every bit as good to use as my Nikons. So I ordered an a6300 which has some serious advances. I looked at Canon and Nikon, but I think both have missed the MILC boat. They use smaller sensors like so-called 1 inch (An industry wide lie.) rather than the aps-c. And they refused to put a viewfinder on the camera.

I looked at the others, but the Sony has so much more going for it. (Fuji would be in second place.)

Fortunately the alphas are reasonable in cost, otherwise I would have rented.

TommiRulz Loc: Corpus Christi, TX

If your looking for a second body that is a little lighter - try the SL1. I'll carry 2 or more cameras at all day sports events, by Sunday afternoon all I can carry is the SL1. I have had fantastic results and it is a Rebel like your T6 so it should be similar. They have gone down in price - and/or you can usually get a great deal on ebay.
I have never used a mirrorless - sorry I can't help you there. But that might a fun second camera too.