My camera is a Canon EOS 1D which was the best of the best when I bought it back in 2002. It still works great but it doesn't have the resolution, dynamic range or high iso performance of the new models. I would love to replace it with a 5D Mark III but don't really have the $$$. Sometimes I wonder if I could be happy with an entry level Rebel. My brother forgot his Rebel at my Mom's house and won't be back until Easter so I "borrowed" it. I know I could live with this camera for portraits but the jury is still out on action and wildlife.
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My question is what lens did you use? My longest lens is a 70-200 and I can't ever get close enough to wildlife to get a decent picture.
Oh yeah...personally I really like the squirl picture great action shot, and hes cute :)
These pictures are pretty. Not bad. What do you think? I wish I had had my camera since that long ago. I have only had my camera for only one year, but I wish I had started sooner. I have a Rebel which is good to begin with, but I agree it would be really nice to own a 5D.....
These are with the 400/5.6
I used my car as a blind. As long as I was still the squirrel stayed but as soon as I took my foot off the brake he was gone.
Olga, you're doing great for only starting a year ago. My 1D focuses extremely fast which is the main thing I would miss if I used a Rebel all the time.
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Oh thank you! I honestly haven't tested a faster camera...It must be really cool!
I have a 5D classic you can borrow whenever you want. It was my original camera and then I kept it as a back up after buying the 5D Mark II (which I don't love). I am not familiar with what the 1D is/was but the original 5D is full frame and fast. It does focus pretty well still I think...I haven't used it in over a year though so I've kind of forgotten! One thing I'm going to miss about not having a photo business anymore is the excuse to buy new camera gear. I'll be stuck with what I have for...forever!
Hey Jan,
* I think I'll take you up on borrowing the 5D Classic sometime. Maybe when the pelicans show up.
* What is it about the Mark II that you don't love?
* My 1D is not full frame which actually helps when shooting birds but full frame and additional resolutions offers the ability to crop so I guess it's an even trade.
* I know what you mean about having the excuse to buy new gear. I didn't shoot anything for money last year so it's tough to justify. On the other hand I paid $5000 for my 1D but have had it 11 years. That's only like $450 a year which doesn't sound so bad.
I just don't think the focus of the 5D Mark II is what it should be. It is good at least 80-90% of the time, but when it misses the ONE shot I wanted, it really ticks me off. Your 1D may be better in that regard! I always really loved my 5D classic but did feel it starting to slip after I used it pretty heavily for 3 years or so. I like how you balance out cost per year. How about cost per shot? That might make you feel even better! LOL
Oh no, I am after that camera too! I have actually started a "saving envelope" but I fear it may take a good long while........ I am looking for more focal points and better handling of higher isos. I can't stand grainy.
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