07-05-2016 09:49 AM
Hi all! I am looking to upgrade my camera and would love some advice. I have a Canon Rebel T3i that I have been using for several years now, and think it is finally time for an upgrade! I mainly shoot nature (wildlife+landscapes) as a hobby photographer. I am not quite sure which camera is best for this type of shooting. Does full frame matter? I am looking to spend <2.5k, and will probably purchase a refurbished camera, as this is how I got my Rebel and it's worked perfectly since I got it.
07-05-2016 05:24 PM
Yes. Do be sure you don't spend the whole budget on a body. You need good lenses to dramatically improve image quality, better than entry level/kit glass, even if you stay with a crop body.
Generally speaking:
A cheapo camera will take nice images with nice lenses. (Especially if the subject isn't moving terribly fast, requiring superior autofocus).
A nice camera will not take very nice images with a cheapo lens.
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