POLL: Your next Canon Camera

[mattograph]

Given the following:

1) A 12 month prior period (give or take) with FIVE exciting new bodies introduced by Canon;

2) An 8 month coming period with 2-4 NEW potential cameras coming our way;

3) Some super hot rebates;

4) and too many "I am gonna buy this camera" next threads to count --

I thought I would throw up a poll.

Please comment or opine on your next, exciting, Canon camera purchase!

[blonde]

i voted 1DsmkIII but to be honest, it all depends on what canon does with the next 5D whatever it is. if they do come up with a new 5D with digic 3 and all the new 40D features and maybe a few more, i will probably buy this one and use it along side my mkIII. if they don't come out with something nice soon, i will likely pick up a 1DsmkIII because i am now doing about 80% portraits work and only 20% wildlife...

[thatkatmat]

Me too, I want a 1DsmkIII but if they come up with a 3-3.5K 5D2 I'm in

[BradT0517]

I would like to get a 40D to upgrade my XTi as my current sports camera.

[Hektor]

For my next camera, I was actually thinking about a used 1DmkII, but that wasn't an option. So, I had to go with 40D.

[mattograph]

For my next camera, I was actually thinking about a used 1DmkII, but that wasn't an option. So, I had to go with 40D.

Sorry, just threw the current / future stuff up.

[JCheungPhoto]

I put the 50D (based on the assumption that it's going to be an upgrade along the xxD line after the 40D) because now that I have a FF body, the 5D I just need a simple sports camera to complement with a reasonable frame rate. The 40D's 6.5 fps isn't a huge leap in my opinion from the loaned 30D that I upgraded to, I'm hoping the 50D can go a bit faster before I buy a crop body.

[Liang]

No intention to buy new body at the moment.
Planing to buy some lense.

[Red Dot]

I don't think i received my crystall ball upon membership like everyone else, but i guess i would buy somewhere in the xxD range, would love full frame but $$$$

[Tumeg]

Either the 5D Mk II, or a 50D.
I just bought a 40D, and plan to have it for at least a year or two before thinking about upgrading.
I voted for the 5D Mk II

[Transfer]

50D would suit me as long as I can get a body for $1200 or so. I think I've got plenty of time before a 50D comes out but I wouldn't upgrade until that release.

[calicokat]

I voted 5D, when the new version is announced, the price of the 5D will be very nice :)

[SlowBlink]

I see I'm in good company with the 5D II. I took the 40D for the frame rate and IQ but was looking at the 5D's. Some good glass is on my list while I wait for the new model.

[Riff Raff]

I bought the 40D as an upgrade from the XTi, and have been very happy with it. A 50D would need some dramatic changes to tempt me even a little bit, but a good full-frame 5D successor would certainly have me contemplating how and when I could afford it.

[brecklundin]

in the ten years I expect to get from this camera, my new 40D, who knows what I might want, if anything. As long as mine is still taking solid pictures I see no reason to change. Just regular service, cleaning and such should keep everything tip-top for a long time to come.

[Calicajun]

Voted XSI, I have a 40D but the wife and daughter want there own XSI. They say the 40D is too big and heavy for them to carry all day. Besides my daughter says she can out shoot me with even a lesser camera. :o

[dpastern]

The 1D Mark 101 - it'll feature 100mp CMOS, full frame, ISO 25 - ISO 102400, 5" LCD screen, shoot 50fps, unlimited RAW buffer, perfect metering™, in built flash, full weather sealing, will be housed in a mini tank body. Or maybe a mini hummer. It'll have secret rays that can make models gorgeous, sexy and smile. Same secret rays will make birds freeze in mid air for perfect in flight shots. Digic 101 will allow instant processing of images in camera, so they are perfect. Noise will NOT exist at all, even at ISO 102400! 100% viewfinder. It'll have 200 cross type AF sensors that focus down to f11 on both horizontal and vertical sections and they'll be eye controlled.

Dave

[mattograph]

The 1D Mark 101 - it'll feature 100mp CMOS, full frame, ISO 25 - ISO 102400, 5" LCD screen, shoot 50fps, unlimited RAW buffer, perfect metering™, in built flash, full weather sealing, will be housed in a mini tank body. Or maybe a mini hummer. It'll have secret rays that can make models gorgeous, sexy and smile. Same secret rays will make birds freeze in mid air for perfect in flight shots. Digic 101 will allow instant processing of images in camera, so they are perfect. Noise will NOT exist at all, even at ISO 102400! 100% viewfinder. It'll have 200 cross type AF sensors that focus down to f11 on both horizontal and vertical sections and they'll be eye controlled.

Dave

I'll get that up in the poll right away.;)

[devil350]

I've voted for the 5D Mk II (or any other name the evolution of the 5D will have).
I've now a XTi and I want a good (and durable) update of my camera, so I suppose I'll upgrate to this body. 1D Mk III is too expensive, and 40D not as good as a 5D.

If I update my body, I want something durable (that I don't need to change soon for specs reasons...).

Laurent.

[tzalman]

Maybe 60D, probably 70D.

[dpastern]

rofl!!!! :) :) :) :)

Dave

[nbedford]

I voted for 50D, but i may wait for a 60D... Hell no, who am i kidding, it'll be the 50D

[RonSmith]

I just ordered a 40D. Been using a 20D for the past three years.

[mattograph]

I just ordered a 40D. Been using a 20D for the past three years.

Congrats!

[gjl711]

I've been saving for the 5D replacement so that will probably be the one. I am really looking for one feature though, micro-focus adjustments. Which ever body has that, I'm there.

[Pete Gl]

I was a bit quick off the mark and didn't look at all the options. I am saving so I can buy outright my xxD upgrade. So, i checked the 40D box. But as I intend saving for a year ish, the 50D may be out then, so that should have been my selection.

Pete

[stathunter]

For what I do the new 5D II will be my next purchase--and of course I have to get the 85L to go with it!

[sunbeast]

Whatever like new used camera that will be dumped for an amazing price once the new models are available. :lol:

[Anders Östberg]

My next camera has not been announced by Canon yet.

It will be a Canon body though because I'ts unlikely I'll want to switch brands and replace my lenses.

[Pete Gl]

My next camera has not been announced by Canon yet.

Come on Anders, share with us, I'm fascinated!!

Pete

[SuzyView]

I am loving my 5D, 40D combo. But I am looking for a camera close to the D3 without paying that much and a Canon so I can enjoy my lenses. If Canon comes through, I'm saving up! I love the 1 Series, but just can see to spend that kind of money.

[dustyporch]

I didn't vote for any of them, as I'm not planning a body upgrade yet. New glass, for sure! But my XTi does everything I need and I haven't seen or heard of any features coming down the pipeline that would change my mind.

[gjl711]

... I love the 1 Series, but just can see to spend that kind of money.
I’d spend the money for a series-1 camera if it weren’t so dang huge. I am not a fan of big cameras and if Canon would come up with a series-1 camera in a package like the 40D or 5D, I’d drop coin for one in a second.

[nburwell]

As much as I would love a 1Ds MkIII, I can't justify spending $8k on a body. 1DsII is a possibility, but depending on the offering of the 5D replacement, I would probably be more inclined to purchase that.

[FelixP]

I'm hoping to get a 1D Mark II after selling a lot of stuff on eBay that I no longer have a need for.

[Paul Tinworth]

I'd like to say a 1-series, but I some how doubt I'll be able to. The possibility of a second 40D or maybe even a 50D/5D Mark II is a very tempting thought, though!

The 'Switching to Casio' option made me giggle... sorry. :lol:

[CartoonBear]

I will be all over a ID MK IV, but until then I plan to use my 40D, that is unless something terrible happens...

[Tapeman]

It has been 6 months since I bought any photo gear. I'm trying to make do with what I have for a year. Maybe a 1D MK IV after it has been out for 6 months or so.

[CartoonBear]

ah, I never even thought of the first 6 months of AF issues and such

[mattograph]

It has been 6 months since I bought any photo gear. I'm trying to make do with what I have for a year. Maybe a 1D MK IV after it has been out for 6 months or so.

6 months? I don't think I can go six hours!

[thatkatmat]

Wow, only 3 people switching to Nikon, Seems I've seen a lot of Nikon shooters switching to Canon, so much for the mass exodus....I think with Canon fixing the mkIII things have turned around a bit, I know I wouldn't trade mine for the D3:)

[JCheungPhoto]

The 1D Mark 101 - it'll feature 100mp CMOS, full frame, ISO 25 - ISO 102400, 5" LCD screen, shoot 50fps, unlimited RAW buffer, perfect metering™, in built flash, full weather sealing, will be housed in a mini tank body. Or maybe a mini hummer. It'll have secret rays that can make models gorgeous, sexy and smile. Same secret rays will make birds freeze in mid air for perfect in flight shots. Digic 101 will allow instant processing of images in camera, so they are perfect. Noise will NOT exist at all, even at ISO 102400! 100% viewfinder. It'll have 200 cross type AF sensors that focus down to f11 on both horizontal and vertical sections and they'll be eye controlled.

Dave

At that point I'll buy a used 1DMkIII and be happy with that =)

[sunnythepsychocat]

I will get another 1D Mark IIi in two months and 5D Mark II either at end of this year or next year. I sitll need a tripod = )

[Ockie]

since I just got a 5D I don't really think I'll be upgrading anytime soon, but so far I love the 5D so I guess my next one would be the 5D MKII (or MKIII by the time I'm upgrading...)

[Tom_D]

Maybe 60D, probably 70D.
Yep, very happy with 40D and can't see the 50D luring me away. 60D would be a BIG maybe based on features. 70D probably. I figure by then the camera will go out on its own and find the shots I would have taken. :)

[HankScorpio]

If the 5D Mk II is weather sealed, isn't vastly more expensive than the 5D was at launch and doesn't suffer from some kind of nasty bug then I'm probably going to get one. I love my 40D but I'm tired of having to hide it from rain. If the 5D Mk II isn't weather sealed enough to cope with at least a quick shower then it's a 1D of some kind for me.

[Colorblinded]

A 1Ds MK II gets a lot of things right for me, but it doesn't benefit from the newer sensor technology. So it's going to be a 5D Mark II for me most likely as a 1D Mark III isn't an upgrade for me really over my 1D Mark II and I don't have the money to burn or really want a 1Ds Mark III right now.

A slightly more compact camera to compliment my Mark II would also be a nice thing... so still hoping on a significantly improved 5D Mark II. I'd still like to see 1 series build, sealing and interface on it though.

[GTogs]

I wanted the 1DIII, but because of the focus issues I bough a NIB 1DIIn. This camera has convinced be that the 1 series is the way to go. I will buy the 1DIIIn when it is introduced.

[JCheungPhoto]

the interesting thing is a similar ammount of people want the 50D, 40D, and 5D

[basroil]

I wanted the 1DIII, but because of the focus issues I bough a NIB 1DIIn. This camera has convinced be that the 1 series is the way to go. I will buy the 1DIIIn when it is introduced.


you'll be disappointed, RG is just about the only one complaining about it. if a 1dmkiiin isn't announced a month before the olympics, it's not going to be announced ever.

i'de want a ff, and as i love my mkiii, 1ds would be amazing

[drPheta]

I voted for 1DMKIII, because I like fast AF. If the 5D replacement beats out the 40D in those arenas, and ups the ante on High ISO performance that'll be my next body.

[CartoonBear]

oooh If I have the money a 1dMKIIIn would be really nice too....

[mattograph]

the interesting thing is a similar ammount of people want the 50D, 40D, and 5D

Yes, I noticed that. The popularity of the 50D surprises me.

I think we need a 50D rumor thread.....

[johneo]

I picked "40D". It'll be my next Canon camera to replace my 10D. Probably won't be bought until there's a mad dash when everyone rushes to get the new 50D!

Should I, for some unknown reason, come into a nice sum of cash before than, that could change to a 2nd 5D body or better! :)

[AdamLewis]

I voted to switch to Nikon.

[JohnnyG]

I picked 5D MK II, if and when that every happens! :)

[kevEOS]

This Fall I will be getting either the 1D3N or the 5D2. Voted for the 1D3N.

Waiting to see what the 5D2 will offer me. Most likely a 'FF 50D'.

[AdamLewis]

I dont know why people think a "1D3N" is going to come out. You know the N was an anomaly, right? There was no 1DN, 1DsN, 1Ds2N...

[xarqi]

5.2D, if it ever exists, if it doesn't lack some deal-breaker features, if/can afford it. I won't be upgrading from the 30D until there is a FF camera that suits; APS-C is a purely an economy measure for me - forced by circumstance - i.e. I'm broke.

If there's a 3D or 7D - that might be worth a look too.

[kevin_c]

I voted to switch to Nikon.

Out of interest, why?

[bara03]

I'm going to probably get a 50D when it's out, my 400D is adequate for my needs at the moment so I can wait for the next best Nikon bashing Canon.

[Anders Östberg]

Come on Anders, share with us, I'm fascinated!!
Pete

I could tell you but then I'd have to kill you! :)

Seriously though, and maybe it's a language thing, what I meant is my next camera will likely be another Canon but as they have not yet released any info about coming models I can't know which it will be. I'm not getting any more of the existing ones.

[20DNewbie]

It's not listed but I'd like to pick up a 1D MkIIN.

[RonSmith]

I just ordered a 40D. Been using a 20D for the past three years.


Got it yesterday. So far, so good.

[sixsixfour]

5D Mk II

[Bill Pham]

It's not listed but I'd like to pick up a 1D MkIIN.


that's what i'm hoping to get next too.

Bill

[GilesGuthrie]

My next will be a 1-series, I'm fairly sure.

[wimg]

5D II, when it is out for about a year, to get any bugs ironed out :D.
I recently got a 5D, at the current price it is a very good deal, and considering the problems with my 40D in combination with a 85L, my 40D's AF and exposure problems, next time I buy a new body I will wait until all potential bugs are fixed, rather than buy it within two weeks of availability :D.

Kind regards, Wim

[AdamLewis]

Out of interest, why?

Because Im currently in a situation where I could make the switch and come out on top financially :lol:

[pd2002]

1DIIIn with sub-mirror problem free :D

[Big Ant]

1DIIIn with sub-mirror problem free :D

Ditto and keep my 1D Mk11n as a back up;)

[mattograph]

Because Im currently in a situation where I could make the switch and come out on top financially :lol:

So, when does the Mark III go up for sale?

[dinanm3atl]

5D I believe before the year is out.

[Sparky98]

My option is not listed and would be no purchase expected in the near future. Now if I had unlimited funds I would keep my 40D and purchase a 1DIII and a 1DsIII and I would have the top of the line in all 3 formats that Canon offers.

[AdamLewis]

So, when does the Mark III go up for sale?

Haha well see. I have to wait another month or two for the deal from Nikon to come through first.

[mattograph]

Haha well see. I have to wait another month or two for the deal from Nikon to come through first.

Did you prostitute yoursel:)f?

[Amamba]

I voted to switch to Nikon.

I may well end up doing it, too, if the 40D I ordered shows the much complained about "soft focus" problem.

The main reason I went for Canon last year was that, based on reviews, it was on par with Nikon IQ wise, but seemed to offer a much wider choice of lenses due to internal focusing motor.

What I found since, though, is that this "just as good" IQ doesn't seem to apply to "dummy" modes such as Auto. In full auto, my father-in-law's D40 beats the living crap out of XTi, hands down, especially as far as exposure and accurate focusing go.

I found that in many cases, I simply don't have the time to play with exposure compensation, flash exposure compensation, post processing etc. E.g. at a birthday party for little kids, full of once-a-lifetime moments, my "keeper shots" rate was about 50% while my in-law's was almost 100% - at least image quality wise, if not composition. Moreover, I don't have time or inclination to post process several dozen photos that I need to print & give to parents. In situations like these I want to point and shoot - while still being able to use more advanced features when time is right. I think Canon falls flat on their face in this respect. Sorry for venting.

[malla1962]

1dmk3N if it works right.:evil:

[Dragos Jianu]

50D if it's anything even remotely close to the noink 300. Knowing Canon though and how they enjoy crippling every non1D body i believe my next Canon camera might very well be the Nikon D300. Patience almost ran out.

[Trainboy]

Canon are you listening? 5DMkII! Along with the majority!

[Tom W]

I was so tempted to click on "switching to Casio"....

As it stands now, the 5D Mk II. I keep buying croppers, comparing them, and selling them. The 5D remains the keeper.

[CoolToolGuy]

My next Canon hasn't been announced yet - I'm happy with what I have.

Have Fun,

[bsheasby]

My first post... I've got a 40D on the way and I can't wait. Have used P&S's for years and ready to get a bit more serious.

[mattograph]

My first post... I've got a 40D on the way and I can't wait. Have used P&S's for years and ready to get a bit more serious.

Welcome to the forums, and to a fantastic little camera. I speak for everyone when I say "show us your duck!"

(It'll make sense eventually.....):)

[Thunderheart]

...if the 40D I ordered shows the much complained about "soft focus" problem.
Never had that problem with my 40D, but it did seem to exhibit more noise than my old Rebel. It has since had a sensor clean... and whilst that shouldn't make any difference... the pictures from it are now crisp and clean. :)

I voted 5D MkII. Always wanted a 5D, but at the time I could not afford one, now with the Mk II reasonably imminent, I'm in a better position and also content to wait having the 40D to keep me happy in the interim. :cool:

[Pete Gl]

I was so tempted to click on "switching to Casio"....

There is 1 vote for this!!

Often the humour in this forum is as sharp as the knowledge!!

Pete :lol:

[krepta]

I'd like a FF body sometime in the near future (within 2-3 years?), and since I know I will not be able to afford (nor need the use of) a 1Ds for at least 10 or so years, I would go for a 5D MkII, hopefully.

[rang]

Canon G10 C...

C for CMOS sensor instead of a plain ole CCD.

[mattograph]

I notice the Noinks are picking up since yesterday. I wonder why.........

[nphsbuckeye]

1DsMIII, maybe 1DMIII; I'm not that picky.

[mrcpix]

1DmIII because I shoot sports or D300

[xMClass]

Going over to 40D from a 400D

[IHazon303]

For next canon, read 'first'. I'm venturing into the DSLR world and hope to get me a 40D on the cheap when its replacement gets here.

[vibin247]

I was considering the 1D Mark III, but I'd be happy with the next 5D as my next body.

[lukeap69]

I hope the successor of 5D (MK II) will be within my budget :)

[Familiaphoto]

Looks like there will be two successors. A 6D and 3D. From what I have seen the 6D will be around 2k and the 3D 3k. Hope that works for you. But what do I know, everything could change.

[AEdooode]

I have an XTi right now. I am going to switch to a 40d in about a week.

[mattograph]

I have an XTi right now. I am going to switch to a 40d in about a week.

You won't regret it!

[hotrod1935]

I´m getting the 40D in a few months an upgrade to my XTI. Who knows may keep the XTI for my wife to use. Will be getting new lenes with the 40D.

[SOT]

New 5D on the way...in NJ, on the truck, speeding to me.

[Lonnie]

I'll buy the 5D MKII if it costs $2500 or less.

[martinsmith]

I've voted 50D, but that depends on the features & price of whatever replaces the 5D.