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p.1 #5 · p.1 #5 · If you had $3,000 to spend, what would you do? | |
Before you move to a 1D body; if you haven't held one, used one, get to your local camera store and try one out. They are amazing cameras, have fantastic AF and weigh 2plus times more than your 60D, their control control layout/usage is quite different than non-gripped bodies; sans the 1D1V AND EOS3 film bodies.
My choice would be lighter and newer, first a 6D to see if FF will satisfy your non sports related needs/wants. Then think on your next crop body move, a 70D will get you much better AF and 7FPS, a lighter body with the same control layout and Canon's latest sensor tech. Both bodies have great high ISO capabilities as well. Or wait on the phantom 7D2, I've a 7D and it is quite nice for 'daytime' shots; surfing, wildlife, kids outdoor sports, it's not the greatest for evening events IMHO...unless flash and/or good lighting is available.
As for the brick, the 1DMk4, I've a 1DMk2N and really enjoy it's AF capabilities and lower MP count. They are heavy beasts but what a feel they have. The 1DMk4, if you need/want that kind of power, 21MPs, 10FPS, absolutely killer AF and with the 1.3x crop factor a bit more reach than FF...spoil yourself and get a pro body. The only downside, if you can call it that, is it's higher ISO performance, the 6D, 5D3 and 70D are all cleaner above 6400.
If you want a 'single' body solution there's always the 5D3 which can wear most any hat, except when extreme weather is involved. The 6D and 5D3 sensors are very close IQ wise, with a slight edge going to the 6D; cleaner shadows and higher ISOs.
There are so many choices, look closely at the images you create, and try to match camera features to the group/subject/light you shoot most...good luck with your choice!
Jerry
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