Upgrading from a Canon EOS 40D: What Camera to Buy?
As the title suggests I'm looking to upgrade my Canon 450D and I'm undecided, since there are a few options. Yes, I know a better body doesn't mean better images, but there are a few things I'm wanting that I can't get with my current camera: higher ISO settings (mine maxes out at 1,600 and the noise is really, really bad.), better noise performance, better quality and a higher res image, and the tilty-flippy screen is really enticing for when I want to take a shot at an awkward angle or for when I'm doing street photography and I don't want my subject knowing I a photographing them.
The 60D looks good because of the screen.
The Nikon D3300 looks like it handles noise really well and has great image quality, even though it is an entry-level offering. Would it be worth swapping brands just for this? I have already bought Canon's "nifty fifty" and have a cheap (well, it was about £70-80 used, so I'm not sure how much it is new) 70-300mm telephoto lens.
I'm also in debate between the 7D and have heard the 550D is quite good for its price.
Do you have recommendations? Which would you buy and why?
Added (1). Note: I will only be purchasing the body and not any of their respective kit lenses.
I have a Pentax K-5 with a Pentax 18-135mm lens. The ISO goes up to 12,800 but it can be adjusted to go to 52,000 (however the noise gets too much).
What I like about the Pentax line is the anti-shake is in the camera instead of the lens, so lenses are a fraction of the price of Canons and Nikons. I like Canons and Nikons a lot, but couldn't justify spending nearly twice the price for the equivalent quality.
Unclear question. Are you upgrading from a 40D, or a 450D? Very different cameras.
You started with Canon, you like Canon, stay with Canon. The 60D is a logical upgrade and will meet your new requirements. The 70D may be out of your budget but it is the latest and greatest in this line of Canon cameras.
While the 7D doesn't have the articulated screen, it is a superior camera.
If you are still looking at the Rebel line, the 600D remains the most popular one.
Me? I'd probably go for the 7D. I really like my GPS on my DSLR, and it is an option on the 7D and for the 70D as a matter of fact.
http://www.dpreview.com/...non_eos60d
If you already have Canon lenses, then it makes sense to stick with Canon.
The 7D is (was) a great camera with loads of features. If you can get one then that's what I'd recommend.
As mentioned, switching camera brands at this point will cost you far too much money to justify any perceived benefit that the Nikon D3300 may have
The 550D would be a giant step backward from your classic 40D. The 550D is an entry level camera and does not as robust as your current 40D or any of the xxD Canon cameras
The next logical step forward would be to buy the Canon 70D or if your budget can stand it, the Canon 7D
If you need image stabilization, then Canon has lenses with built-in IS, built specifically for the focal length lens you buy.
I hope you are planning on keeping the 40D as your second or backup camera. It still has a lot of life left in it.
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