Nice shot. What equipment and settings. I keep trying different settings and all I get are individual stars.

I keep reading about low pass filters (anti-aliasing filters) and am curious about what they are and what they do. I did a search on UHH and found several somewhat answers as well as reviewing a link posted referencing a Wikipedia article. I am now more confused than ever. Can someone please explain what this is and what it is for in simple terms. Thanks.

Whatever decision you do, it will be the right one. I have both a Nikon D600 and a Canon 6D and I thoroughly enjoy both of them I primarily use the Canon only because that is the one I have the most lenses for. I also, unfortunately, have the same problem as you do. I like equipment and I buy it if I can afford it. Luckily, I am in the position that I can do that. at least until my wife finds out how much I do spend.

Camera is a very good cam ER a very good camera. You will like it. As to the lenses. I use them on a Canon SL-1 and am very happy with them. A better lens would be the 18-135 STM but what you get in the kit is a good beginning. I say keep the lenses and add to them later. As to the first discussion on plastic mounts. I had the same concerns initially but have found no problems.

I have been using Wasabi's omn my Canon's, Nikons, Fuji and Kodak. No problems whatsoever. Great value. For Canon I am using on SL-1, 7D, 6D, Nikon D600.

Amen. Very professional all the time. Never once pushed the business. But, by not doing that, would make me want to stop in if in the Billings area to say hi and if I have any needs at the time throw some business his way. A great UHH member and always giving great advice and never judgmental. One of the best on the forum. Many thanks for your membership and participation. I have learned much from your input.

Oh well. There goes my great invention idea and my chance to become a millionaire. Would have been great. Just think, all those late night "As seen on TV" ads with some really cute gal dressed in camo as the salesperson. Makes me want to get two. Wait though, order in the next 15 minutes you do get two. Just pay separate shipping and handling. Back to the drawing board. Still would like to see the picture though.

OK MT, I have an idea. I like your fix for the mount but what about putting together something like a picatinny rail mounted to a universal hot shoe attachment that could then hold a variety of red dot as well as other sights. I'm sure us MT guys could come up with something like that and make the state proud. I can see it now, a Trijicon ACOG on a Canon 1DX with a 150-600 lens. Is it a camera or a disguised weapon. Any artists out there?

I shoot both and like both. My opinion - start with budget. Don't go overoverboard if you don't have the funds. I started (years ago) low end and quickly went to midrange. For Canon I like the 7D (or 7Dmkll) for a crop camera. I also have an SL-1 which is my quick grab it camera if on the run. For Canon FF I use a 6D and very happy with it. I don't do many action shots. For Nikon I use a FF D600 (D610 the latest iteration). Again extremely happy with it. The D750 is a little pricier but also a solid player. I never saw the need for me to get the Nikon 800's or Canon 1's & 5's. Too much money for not much return for my purposes. Whatever you choose enjoy it and take great pictures.

Is this canon or aftermarket?

I have purchased second hand from the Amazon store. No problem. Probably would not buy from overseas

I have the Opteka which is the same. I like it. Yes, it is not L glass but for the price you can't beat it. It is a fun lens and will get you really up close. Use it in daytime. Needs good light and higher iso but will take adequate to good pictures. It is not a craps lens.

As to the real question, I agree with your choices. They will do everything you might want to capture. One suggestion would be that depending where you go just bring the lens you need. IE, if it is a museum day you probably would not need the 55-250.

NYC with a nice camera. I would take the .22-.250, .38, .45 or 9mm. Oops, sorry, wrong discussion, No harm intended.

IMHO Nobody cares. To me any camera is a good camera. Have fun with it. As to the topic, as I said, nobody care. But it sure is fun to read some of the discussions.