#5268842 - 12/27/10 02:48 PM
School me on a body upgrade!
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FkingSUV
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Hey guys.
Ive been shooting with a first gen Canon Digital Rebel EOS 300D for the last 4+ years. With some Christmas spending money, i am thinking its time for an upgrade. If at all possible, i would like to retain use of all my accessories and lenses.
Will my EF-S lenses work on a full frame body?
Im open to suggestions and would rather spend a little more on something that will last me the same 4+ year lifespan.
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#5268855 - 12/27/10 02:51 PM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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flyEX #1
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Nope. Wanting to put EF-S lenses on a FF =  . A few guys have rigged 17-55 and 10-22 EFS lenses to fit, but it's better off using a crop.
What's your budget?
Edited by Stuntman Mike (12/27/10 02:55 PM)
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#5268861 - 12/27/10 02:53 PM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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EF-S lenses will not work with the 1d and 5ds I believe. I know they will work on 7d, 50d, 60d, etc...
I'm not sure what you shoot, if it's hobby or money, etc... but I really like the 7d. I'm sure guys with way more experience can offer better advice.
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#5268869 - 12/27/10 02:55 PM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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MugenFreakSI
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Canon EF-S lens will not work with a full frame body. Some other manufactures may. For example my sigma 10-20 fit my 5d MKII but the vignetting was horrible. As a replacement body, just what I have read on the 60D is fantastic and your lens should have no problem with it.
Look here for DPreviews of it http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canoneos60D/page20.asp.
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#5268874 - 12/27/10 02:56 PM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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FkingSUV
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I'd like to keep the budget under a grand.
All my photo work is hobby based, but i really do enjoy the time.
Another thought is video capabilities are not important as i have other capable equipment for that.
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#5268885 - 12/27/10 02:59 PM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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MugenFreakSI
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60D body fits the budget at $999 from Adorama and you'd get it next day without needing new glass.
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#5268981 - 12/27/10 03:36 PM
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FkingSUV
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Found a t2i forsale locally. thoughts?
Canon T2i/550D (W/Lens and bag) - $675
Great after xmas deal! Just in time for New Years!
I've had the camera only a few months and has no scratches and no problems. It's only been used lightly. I've recently decided to upgrade to a full frame so that's my reason for selling it.
Includes:
Rebel T2i Body, Eyecup Ef, Wide Strap, USB Interface Cable, AV Cable, Battery Pack LP-E8, Battery Charger LC-E8, EOS Digital Solution Disc & Instruction, Booklets, 2/8Gig Memory Cards, 3 year warranty (that I will pay to transfer into your name) AND if that's not all I'm also INCLUDING a 50mm 1.8 lens AND a Slingbag all together you would pay well over $1000.
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#5269006 - 12/27/10 03:43 PM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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#5269043 - 12/27/10 03:54 PM
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I'd buy a one new one + new lens for $799 and go from there.
On amazon I made a T2i "Listmania" for my T2i camera bag shopping list containing stuff I use:
http://www.amazon.com/lm/R2ITYT65REHET6/
Thanks, 86CRXsi.
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#5269463 - 12/27/10 07:51 PM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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LNXGUY
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Mike, I'm thinking of getting rid of the XS. It's slow as shit and crap in low light (which I found out this week)
It's either the T2i or the 7d.
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#5269878 - 12/28/10 12:35 AM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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flyEX #1
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Both cameras perform well in low light. Even the T1i is good with fast glass.
D7000 is nice, but a whole different ballgame. jsmonet discovered the darkside (again?), I see. 
Edited by Stuntman Mike (12/28/10 07:36 AM)
Edit Reason: d7000
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#5270005 - 12/28/10 07:59 AM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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FkingSUV
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under a grand? i'd save my money and go t2i before 60d.
just over a grand? i'd steal an old canon point and shoot, call the canon loyalty program, and get a 7d.
if you insisted on going full frame, 5d classic works. 1d2n, etc etc. but really, you're going to end up with the t2i and you'll love it.
Someone tell me more about this loyalty program. i have a g5 and an older point and shoot collecting dust. can these be used towards a new purchase?
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#5270564 - 12/28/10 11:14 AM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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flyEX #1
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Both cameras perform well in low light. Even the T1i is good with fast glass. D7000 is nice, but a whole different ballgame. jsmonet discovered the darkside (again?), I see. d7000's low-light performance and IQ rivals the d3. it absolutely wrecks anything remotely close to it in price.
You don't have to sell me on it. I'd love to have one, but am split down the middle with lenses and gear. In time...
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#5270989 - 12/28/10 01:58 PM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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for the loyalty program pricing:
go to canon's online store, check out the slr refurbs. find your camera of choice, make sure it's in stock, then knock 20% off the price. add TAX.
Fixed. Shipping is "free" but they do charge tax.
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#5271705 - 12/28/10 09:40 PM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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LNXGUY
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Mike, I thought all the Canon L glass was 'weather resistant'?
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#5271772 - 12/28/10 10:27 PM
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flyEX #1
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Hell no. Only the MkII versions of the 70-200 f/4L IS and 70-200 f/2.8 IS and a few others (mainly new ones) are weather-proofed.
This guy's budget is under $1000 and pro body suggestions don't compute. A body should only be 1/3 of your budget regardless. 2/3 goes towards glass, memory cards, tripod, bag, filters, battery grip, software, computer, website / photo acct, flashes & lighting, batteries, etc. Think of all the other shit you have to buy. A 430EX II should be mandatory if OP plans on using the camera indoors unless he already has baller f/2.8 IS glass.
If OP has all of the above stuff, then never mind.
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#5272068 - 12/29/10 07:24 AM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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I'm surprised everybody here is dismissing the 60D. I have it and it's a really great camera. Ignore all the haters that complain that it doesn't have a magnesium body or micro-adjustment.
60D body with 2x 16gb class 6 SDHC cards for $931.59.
http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?sku=E10CNEOS60D
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#5272219 - 12/29/10 09:36 AM
Re: School me on a body upgrade!
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FkingSUV
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Hey guys. Thanks for all the insight!
I ended up making a purchase last night. I picked up a lightly used t2i off craigslist with a canon 50mm prime, kit lens, slingshot bag, 2 16gb cards, kit charger, car charger, and a bunch of cleaners. the seller also transferred the remaining 2 years of warranty to my name. All parts were mint, not a blemish to be found anywhere.
I decided to go forward with the T2i even after looking at the 7D and 60D. For my level of usage, and the body i came from, im excited about the huge upgrade.
With the money left over, i am on the hunt for a nice zoom lens for action shots at the track.
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