I have the 24-105. I recently upgraded from the 20D to the 50D.
I would plan on both the lens and body upgrade. I have never used the 40D but I think its the way to go in terms of quality, price point. 50D is still new, and even though the price dropped quickly from 1399 (ouch, what I paid) to 1199, I'm not sure that it is worth the extra over the well-received 40D. And either will be a significant upgrade from the 10D.
The 24-105 is my walk-about, replacing my 28-135 and far superior. It is probably a two step up jump from your current zoom. Unfortunately, its still pricey. But probably worth waiting for.
Hope this helps.
Scott
I have a 40D and a 50D -- if I were to sell one, it would be the 50D.
I just picked up a used 5D... that is also a good solution, although it *feels* like traveling back in time next to a 40D or 50D. I can't speak on IQ because I just got it.
I would recommend a 17-55 IS over the 24-105... I have both.
I sold a 24-85 for around $200 so remember that you have that money to play with, too.
Good luck with your quest, these problems are fun to deal with!
I didn't say you didn't have to have 3 bodies...just saying you'll sell the 50D. Trust me, 5D files are just special. You'll be selling the 50D to buy another 5d
Jokes aside, L glass seldom disappoints, especially L primes, and that's the way to go if you don't need the high iso capabilities of the newer bodies. AF speed and accuracy are likely to improve as well with the USM lenses.
Thanks to everyone for their thoughts and opinions.
I am actually thinking more seriously about the glass because no matter what I do re: the body, I can still use the good glass. My 70-200 f/4 L produces visibly sharp, contrasty pictures; the thought of that quality in my walkaround lens is exciting. The range of the 24-105 is a little broader than my 24-85, so I think I'll be plenty happy with that.
ctf10d wrote:
Thanks to everyone for their thoughts and opinions.
I am actually thinking more seriously about the glass because no matter what I do re: the body, I can still use the good glass. My 70-200 f/4 L produces visibly sharp, contrasty pictures; the thought of that quality in my walkaround lens is exciting. The range of the 24-105 is a little broader than my 24-85, so I think I'll be plenty happy with that.
Regards
Agreed!
I'll get the 24-105L first. Your limit is currently the 24-85. Since you use the 24-85 most and find it lacking image wise, the 24-105L will give you much greater joy than any new camera.
