trying to choose 5D or 40D I am in the market to upgrade my camera. I have read all the reviews on the 5D and most of the reviews on the 40D. Has anyone been able to try out both cameras and be able to say which is the better of the two? I've read the pros and cons on both and it is such a hard decision on which one is better. I am upgrading from the XT and I am doing portraits mostly but I do love the sports action shots when I can. The full frame is important but not if overall the 40D is better with everything else. Could you give a review regarding these two cameras. Another friend/photographer was going to buy the 5D but now has decided to switch to the 40D with no other reason than the full frame issue. trying to choose 5D or 40D I am in the market to upgrade my camera. I have read all the reviews on the 5D and most of the reviews on the 40D. Has anyone been able to try out both cameras and be... » Read More trying to choose 5D or 40D I am in the market to upgrade my camera. I have read all the reviews on the 5D and most of the reviews on the 40D. Has anyone been able to try out both cameras and be able to say which is the better of the two? I've read the pros and cons on both and it is such a hard decision on which one is better. I am upgrading from the XT and I am doing portraits mostly but I do love the sports action shots when I can. The full frame is important but not if overall the 40D is better with everything else. Could you give a review regarding these two cameras. Another friend/photographer was going to buy the 5D but now has decided to switch to the 40D with no other reason than the full frame issue. « Show Less
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Thank you for the link. Wow it is tough but this really helped out. Thanks again.
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Check out this discussion thread on dpreview:http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1019&message;=25586074You'll find other discussions on this topic on dpreview as well. Basically, the opinions are split 50-50. It boils down to a personal decision.
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The 5D is due for an upgrade, I wouldn't be surprised if its predecessor was announced in 2008.
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I was just debating the SX20 vs SX30, so I was really glad to find this discussion. I assumed the 30 would be an improvement, but it sounds from this discussion and many customer reviews that 20 is a better choice for image quality.
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I am a 5D MKIII user and I have picked Canon 2 option. it works fine for me.
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Just bought the D40x two weeks ago, and spent the weeks before that researching the D40x vs. the XTi. I'd go with the D40x... you can't go wrong with a Nikon, and the kit lens that comes with the XTi is terrible. I bought the D40x, and have since added a few accessories. I feel like I made the right decision and I am totally thrilled with the purchase... No regrets at all. Plus, Nikon makes a longer-lasting camera. D40x!!!
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I am in the same boat, XSi or D90. Right now, I am leaning towards the Xsi, for around $650 at Amazon, this is a big savings, the camera was $900 in April. I would like the video option, and I believe that the Nikon will provide better detail in low light. However, I still am having a hard time justifying the extra, almost $600. I could almost buy another Xsi for that difference. I am not sure that the price difference is justified.
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I think I was misunderstood? When I bought my 50D, it was a toss up between the 5D and the new (at that time) 50D with a couple of kit lenses. I chose the 50D (newer tech wise and more stuff) and I'm satisfied for now. If and when I upgrade, it would be the latest (tech wise) full frame Canon like the 5DMkII. I was just thanking John M. and ED F for validating my non-researched decision to go 50D instead of older 5D at the time.Bob
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I made the switch from a Nikon D610 and have never looked back. I love the smaller size of the XT1 because I take my camera everywhere. I use to take my Nikon everywhere too, but it wasn't at all convenient or discrete. Bottom line: you must consider what you shoot and how you shoot. Don't get caught up with sensor size, because both will result in great images. Also be sure that the current line of Fuji lenses will meet your needs as well.
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The Canon 50D and the XSi are actually two different classes of cameras, even so you can't go wrong purchasing either camera. Both can take fantastic photos, with the right lens. Some differences the Xsi is smaller and lighter. The 50D is larger, heavier duty, and has better weather sealing. The 50D comes with a better kit lens. The Xsi is less expensive so it leaves more money to buy better lenses for it. The 50D has a higher frame rate which makes it a better camera for sports photography. But, again you can't go wrong with either camera, it really depends on your budget and what you want to photograph and which camera feels better in your hands.
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I own both. The 7D is the superior camera, but I still love working with the 60D. If you shoot any type of sports or wildlife the AF system on the 7D is amazing, and is worth the additional investment.
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I think you should be comparing this camera to Nikon's D70s, not the D50. I just bought the D70s after much comparison shopping with the Canon XT. I don't think you can go wrong either way. The deciding factor for me was the superior lens in the Nikon kit vs. the Canon which everyone agrees is practically a throw-away. So if you do decide on the Canon, at least buy the body only and upgrade your lens.
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Go with the 20. I owned both, and kept the 20. It takes super photos, and is much less shake-sensitive with max telephoto. The 30 advertises more MP, but the sensor's the same size, and crowding does NOT improve resolution. That's why full frame sensor unitrs cost $3K+.
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I like my 70d very well. I have not had an an opportunity to use a 6d. So all I can speak from is my experience with the 70d. It is a very user friendly camera and has several wonderful features to get the pictures and performance that I wanted in a DSLR.
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J. Perez -- There is a lot of fanboyism going on at the beginning of this thread... and it's passed off as fact to be worse. If you're looking at these two cameras consider your needs. You already have nice canon glass so you may be better served going with the 5d II. What do you shoot? If it's sports I would definitely say lean to the D700 or look at the 7d (or 1d III as you mentioned). I personally think the 5D II has the best IQ of the bunch, but that is an opinion. Really, the two cameras mentioned here are a different beast. It's like comparing mac laptops to windows desktops. First decide if you use your camera more for sports or portraits then decide if you want the canon or nikon.
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I agree with John M's recommendation, with the additional support for the 50D. The new processor makes a huge difference. If you can't make the jump to the 5D Mark II at this time go with the 50D I think you will be amazed.
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I think you are going to be happy with the 6d. If you can afford the 5d, indulge!! You are going to get a much better focusing system, a better build and a faster camera overall. This is assuming you don't need the wifi nor the GPS system.I love how fast the focusing system works on the 5d. It responds very well in dim light, is blazing fast and very accurate. This I believe is the main difference with the 6d
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In same boat, Bob. I'm buying the D80. Cheaper, and less weight/bulk. I test drove a 30D and did not like the ergonomics. Have been waiting for a D70s replacement, and it's here!
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Thank you Tech Guy. I think I will stay with my current Rebel XT (350 in Europe) as it offers my great pics but not so fancy, large, back-LCD. I used to have a Canon EOS RT which was heavier and more robust than Rebel, but I got used to the smaller, ligther camera now. Video, I can live with the videos my wife gets in her Nikon Coolpix pocket camera. Lenses I have upgraded last year to 28-80 and 100-300 both USM. So being an amateur photographer, I think I will spend the extra bucks in something else.I have some of my pics posted in http://www.sxc.hu/profile/sebadanon which is a nice free stock photo site. Thank you so much for taking the time to answer me.Take careKind regardsSebastian (from Argentina) Thank you Tech Guy. I think I will stay with my current Rebel XT (350 in Europe) as it offers my great pics but not so fancy, large, back-LCD. I used to have a Canon EOS RT which was heavier and more robust than Rebel, but I got used to the smaller, ligther camera now. Video, I can live with the videos my wife gets in her Nikon Coolpix pocket camera. Lenses I have upgraded last year to 28-80 and 100-300 both USM. So being an amateur photographer, I think I will spend the extra bucks in something else.I have some of my pics posted in http://www.sxc.hu/profile/sebadanon which is a nice... » Read More Thank you Tech Guy. I think I will stay with my current Rebel XT (350 in Europe) as it offers my great pics but not so fancy, large, back-LCD. I used to have a Canon EOS RT which was heavier and more robust than Rebel, but I got used to the smaller, ligther camera now. Video, I can live with the videos my wife gets in her Nikon Coolpix pocket camera. Lenses I have upgraded last year to 28-80 and 100-300 both USM. So being an amateur photographer, I think I will spend the extra bucks in something else.I have some of my pics posted in http://www.sxc.hu/profile/sebadanon which is a nice free stock photo site. Thank you so much for taking the time to answer me.Take careKind regardsSebastian (from Argentina) « Show Less