same old advice for this same old question posted by many - do u need the FF goodness? if not, stick with wat u have cos the lens replacement costs is rather prohibitive.
No.. FF is not a NEED... but since I am capping the budget on a replacement body for my 400D at $2,000, the 5D MKI came to mind since its within that range now....
do you get paid for those events, outdoor and indoor functions?
What kind of events are those?
perhaps, you can tell us a bit more so that we can advise better?
Nope.. its volunteered.... Well.. I am hoping that it may lead to that though.
I did two paid assignments for wedding lah.. but its rather some time back b4 the kids arrive
AS always, there is a high level of subjectivity in the suggestions. Perhaps a clearer profile of your shooting preferences will help ? Since money doesn't look like too much of an issue based on the number of things you want to get there on short notice ? :dunno:
If you prefer the faster, snappier shooting for events, people etc, the 50D will be an obvious choice. But if you a preference and confidence of taking 'controlled' shots, at a slower pace, wider perspective and greater DOF control, then a FF would be a 'nicer' camera to have. Though honestly, it would be better to look at the 5DmkII if you're in the market for a FF. The difference IS significant to the MkI.
50D is an excellent camera if used right and for focal length challenged situations like birding. And it has a decent framerate to boot. 6.7fps versus 3fps for the 5D, 3.9 fps for 5DmkII. But the DOF control is much greater on a FF camera. So, depends on what you want to give up. The AF of the 50D(supposedly same as the 40D which I had) is better than the 5D (and supposedly identical in the 5DmkII) in poor lighting conditions. I found the 40D (similarly the 50D should too) to be more suited for sports shooting compared to the 5DmkII too.
To each his own, as I mentioned above, a clearer profile of what you should more frequently and shotting styles will aid in the quality of suggestions given.
More for kids(indoor and outdoor), school events(indoor & outdoor), portfolio work for education institution / company (outdoor), magazine work.
If you want to be faster in front of chilfren during indoor events, may i suggest you use your 50mm/1,8 on your 400D before you go and buy 70-200mm/2,8 L IS and 50D or 5D. Note that if you use your equipment to picture your family & kids and only print your photos at 6"x4" and up to 12"x8" sizes, IMHO, there is no need to buy a full frame camera, and there is no need neither to upgrade 550EX flash for 580EX II.
Tried that and used it many times. But as my home lightings are halogen and warm white lighting (spa / resort home theme), the 1.8 do have a limitation on the 40D(so it seems). I've used it on a 40D of my friends and it does produce more better results.. u guys agree???
I do feel the AI has a limitation on the 400D where it can't capture moving images well and efficiently (fast enough). Of course the images captured on the f1.8 is way ahead of the 17-55mm f2.8 when it is taken indoors, at night, normal lighting. But chances are also I don't use flash too much... why upgrade the 550EX? Well... lets say I am trying to take advantage of the possibilty to upgrade my equipment to make it more current so that I can enjoy another 3-4 yrs with it?
Yes the primary purpose is for family, u can say that but I am a techie who likes to 'upgrade happy meal' time to time. Certain 'Kodak' moments are priceless and I am hoping not to miss those.
I am not too bothered about using my equipments to make money... but its always a thought though.. hahahaha
Oh yes, I don't do much PP unless its a photo I really really love.....
If the on-board flash is not an issue then I would suggest to take 5D, if $ not a problem then MKII. And as you using it for indoor events then get 580EXII.
Then sell away ur EFS 17-55 and get EF 24-70 f2.8 and 70-200 f2.8.
Ya.. that would be the IDEAL solution but married brothers here would know, some things ah, the CFO will make loads of noise if I 'over-do' it... Of course if I do get the 5D, then I will have to sell my EF-S lens... But then buying a 5D MKI may not be a good investment for 4ys+ since its about 2/3yrs back that the 5D MK1 came out right...
Thanks for all the comments.......
I am trying to weigh which considerations should take precedences over others where it comes to 'technology'
Keep em coming...
Appreciate it if anyone is gona criticise, then pls stay away.... I don't condone anyone who 'slam or flame' ppl for seeking opinion but I definitely believe my qns are a first, dun ask me to do a search first etc....
