p.2 #3 · 7D does HS Volleyball (ISO 5000 and ISO 6400 examples)
dhphoto wrote:
You realise that is tantamount to treason here, you will get flamed for doing such a swap.
If I hadn't already sold all my 1DII's I'd do exactly the same
David
Treason...maybe, I can handle the flames.
My 1DII has served me well but I need to shift it while it still has some residual value. If I keep it until the MkIV is announced, its value will drop further so I think now is the time for it to go. I'll give the 7D a test drive first but if it produces the goods then it's a done deal.
p.2 #7 · 7D does HS Volleyball (ISO 5000 and ISO 6400 examples)
dhphoto wrote:
Indeed I am and very happy about it (although I haven't sold my 50D yet)
But I think it's a very good move for a sport shooter (which I'm definitely not)
David
I am a sports shooter and as long as the AF can keep up then I'm sold. I guess the AF won't be 1D class but if it's close then that's OK. I expect that there are going to be a lot of part time sports shooters and DWC's with too much money who will pair this body with a 70-200/4 and get themselves a very capable sports setup. Throw in the 300/4 and/or 400/5.6 and there will soon be a lot more weekend warrior sports shooters out there.
p.2 #8 · 7D does HS Volleyball (ISO 5000 and ISO 6400 examples)
Ian.Dobinson wrote:
Just messing with ya
I guessed.
It's incredible what the manufacturers can now do in such a small sensor, the 7D would be very tempting if I did the kind of things it's good at. I'm sure the next 5D will be along those lines and all the better for it with the new focusing system.
I'd find the internal level REALLY useful too, the hotshoe mounted ones aren't always that accurate
p.2 #9 · 7D does HS Volleyball (ISO 5000 and ISO 6400 examples)
I just sold my 5D classic this morning (in order to pay in part for the 7D), but have felt somewhat sad for its departure all day. Your post have lifted my spirit again, so thanks a lot for it!
p.2 #10 · 7D does HS Volleyball (ISO 5000 and ISO 6400 examples)
dhphoto wrote:
I'd find the internal level REALLY useful too, the hotshoe mounted ones aren't always that accurate
So would I . I'm forever having to straighten things up in post. Stupid thing is when I take the pictur I could have sworn it was fine. I must be walking around permanently Pi$*%d
p.2 #11 · 7D does HS Volleyball (ISO 5000 and ISO 6400 examples)
Ian.Dobinson wrote:
So would I . I'm forever having to straighten things up in post. Stupid thing is when I take the pictur I could have sworn it was fine. I must be walking around permanently Pi$*%d
Do you have a grid screen? It helps a little
I missed my 5D so much I had to buy another, never done that before
p.2 #12 · 7D does HS Volleyball (ISO 5000 and ISO 6400 examples)
Ian.Dobinson wrote:
So would I . I'm forever having to straighten things up in post. Stupid thing is when I take the pictur I could have sworn it was fine. I must be walking around permanently Pi$*%d
Im really glad im not the only one! I think my brain leans left by about 10-15 degrees, my pictures are horrendously leaning most of the time!
p.2 #20 · 7D does HS Volleyball (ISO 5000 and ISO 6400 examples)
PierreB wrote:
Treason...maybe, I can handle the flames.
My 1DII has served me well but I need to shift it while it still has some residual value. If I keep it until the MkIV is announced, its value will drop further so I think now is the time for it to go. I'll give the 7D a test drive first but if it produces the goods then it's a done deal.
Interesting. For not too much more (assuming you buy the 7D with grip), you could have a used 1DIII instead (US prices). Sounds like you both feel the 7D isn't giving up too much to the MkIII.
I'm wrestling with the same question, i.e. used MkIII or the 7D. Leaning towards the 7D, although I'd like to see more low-light AI Servo examples of the 7D AF (for ISO3200 & 6400 ice hockey).
