That's a pretty open-ended question...I have no idea why your upgrading to the 7D or why you may want to upgrade your lenses. Without a little more info, it's hard to offer any advice. I could say that you need a 400/5.6 for wildlife but that would be meaningless to you if you're not interested in such.
omarlyn wrote:
That's a pretty open-ended question...I have no idea why your upgrading to the 7D or why you may want to upgrade your lenses. Without a little more info, it's hard to offer any advice. I could say that you need a 400/5.6 for wildlife but that would be meaningless to you if you're not interested in such.
Omar
Sorry I wasn't more specific. I'm very decided on those items listed. Just wanted to know about, for example- need to get a UV filter for the 17-55 and 10-22,
Mauro Aguirre wrote:
Sorry I wasn't more specific. I'm very decided on those items listed. Just wanted to know about, for example- need to get a UV filter for the 17-55 and 10-22,
There's no right or wrong about filters...here's an active thread discussing filters that should be of help.
i wouldnt use a UV filter for the 10-22... maybe for the 17-55 cuz that thing sucks up dust...
i know you said you're pretty decided on those lenses... but they're kinda repetitive? i think the 17-55 should be able to handle alot... so it makes the 35 kinda extra... maybe you like super wides so the 10-22 can stay...
I'm not a fan of UV filters. I don't know why, but I always seem to take them off. I don't shoot in the field (wildlife, etc.) so my lenses get babied pretty much all the time. I think if I were going on a trip where I'd be carrying my camera with the lens exposed for long periods of time, I'd get a good UV filter for it.
I think if you are going to get a UV filter, get a decent one. Make sure it's got a metal ring and is glass. I don't usually use filters with my DSLR because any filter effects (sunrise, tobacco gradient, blue gradient, soft focus, etc.) are easily obtained in Photoshop. If you do landscape photography, get yourself a nice Circular Polarizer for whichever lens you'll be using for landscapes the most.
I would recommend a good bag. I personally use a Pelican case for my 5D, 24-70L, 17-40L, 70-200L and 50/1.4. If you're not into the hard cases, Tenba makes some nice shoulder bags, as does Domke and Tamrac's Pro 12 bag is really nice (had one for a while). Get yourself a mailman strap pad for it (I believe B&H lists those as an accessory when you buy a Domke or Tenba bag). Your shoulders will appreciate it very much. Backpacks are nice, but I hate that I have to take it all the way off, lay it down, unzip it and get out what I need. However, backpacks are really practical if you're hiking, taking nature photos, etc. and are even more handy if they have a tripod strap on them so you aren't stuck carrying your tripod in your hand or over your shoulder. I'd recommend finding the bag that fits your gear PERFECTLY and then going at least one size, if not 2 sizes up from that to allow for expandability.
LowePro makes a nice neck strap that is really long. I like long neckstraps because I can put the camera across my body rather than around my neck or on my shoulder. It's more secure that way and takes the weight off your neck and/or shoulder. The neckstrap I like also has quick release buckles. GASP! What if they break!? They wont. Mine NEVER have even with a 5D, Grip, 24-70L and 540EZ Flash. It's nice to have that when you put your camera on a tripod or in your bag so you don't have to fight it when adjusting your tripod or when it comes time to packing up your stuff. Nothing's more annoying than fumbling around with a tangled mess of a neck strap while your kid or niece or nephew is doing something awesome.
I'd get the vertical grip with some extra batteries. It can't hurt. I like the balance of the grip when paired up with the larger lenses. It sort of balances things out a bit.
You might think about a flash if you haven't got one already.
I'd skip the 35/2 and go for a 28/1.8 if you've got the funds. It'll be a little closer to a 50mm lens on the 7D and is a superb performer. You could sell that 18-55 for a few bucks to make up the difference between a 35 and the 28.
Best of luck to you! Let us know how that 7D works out.
Yeah...Didn't really think about that. I'd also recommend maybe a 70-200 f/4 L. I just picked one up for about $500 lightly used so it's not an earth-shattering amount of money to get a decent telephoto lens.
