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@idanidan123 wrote:
And what about the 7D and 7D Mark 2?
If I wanted to dip into the 1D series, the only older bodies I would consider purchasing are the 1Ds Mk III and the 1D Mk IV. Given a choice between those two bodies, I would go for the 1D Mk IV, despite the higher resolution of a 1Ds Mk III.
The 1D4 has a higher frame rate, and a much wider ISO range. The 1D Series has good in-camera image capturing, due to the multiple CPUs in the camera bodies. This was shot with a 1D4 and a EF 35mm f/2 IS USM.
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I would pass on the 7D, not unless you needed to replace your current body if it stopped working. The 7D2 is an excellent body, which excels at fast action photography. It is definitely an improvement over the 70D. The 80D is also an improvement over the 70D, and it just may be a bigger improvement in IQ than a 7D2.
When you want to “upgrade” your camera body, just make sure that it is technological leap forward. A better lens with your current body will do more to improve your shots and image quality than a new body with your current lenses. This is true of nearly any camera body, not just your 70D.
Your budget doesn’t really allow you to upgrade to a Full Frame camera because you would probably need to buy new Full Frame compatible lenses as well.
A used Canon 7D is slightly larger than a 70D and can be bought for less than $500.
A lower cost option is a battery grip for your 70D that will totally change the way the camera feels in your hand.
@Waddizzle wrote:
@idanidan123 wrote:
I only take photos, so I don't really mind not having live view or video.Stick to buying a battery grip. I think you will like it better than the near obsolete 5D, which is more of a novelty today than a functional camera for a photo enthusiast.
I do not think Canon US services the 5D, anymore. So, why buy it, unless you want to start your own museum? In fact, I recommend buying either a 1D Series, or a battery grip with any camera that you might select for an upgrade.
Good advice.... The 5D and 7D series are both really not that much larger than the 70D. What you really need is a battery grip if you have large hands.
