Opinions on lens/body switchups..

[tnis0612]

So one of our least used lenses is the 50L. With our style we generally like to stand further away and use the 85 or the 70-200. If we need a wider shot we'll go with the 35L.

Also, when editing we ALMOST always prefer the look of my 5D2 to my wifes 7D when comparing them side-by-side.

We also shoot weddings together and use each other as our backups. 2 people, one body each, so I think we need a 3rd body.

What are your thoughts on this switch:

Sell: 7D and 50L
Buy: Used 5d2, used 40D, new 50 1.4

It would have VERY little impact as far as cash in or out, so I think it would be a good trade. Thoughts?

[amirg]

I say go for it. You will be both using a 5DII which you prefer and the 40D will (hopefully) get rarely used only when a 5DII fails. The only downside is losing the 7D's better AF but you already own a 5DII and know its limitations.

[tlzimmerman]

Looks good to me, if your not using the 50 1.2, much, the 50 1.4 is going to do everything you need as well sounds like.

[nathancarter]

If you don't often use the 50mm focal length, why get another one? Get a second 85 1.8 (they're inexpensive enough) so you both have access to that prime, or get something new and completely different like a 14mm.

[tnis0612]

Originally Posted by nathancarter

If you don't often use the 50mm focal length, why get another one? Get a second 85 1.8 (they're inexpensive enough) so you both have access to that prime, or get something new and completely different like a 14mm.

I don't know, I feel like as a wedding photographer you never know when you might need that focal length so I feel like having a gap between 35-70 might worry me. I don't see much benefit of us both using the 85 1.8 instead of one using it and the other using the 70-200 at 2.8. I'm not sure the need would ever arise for that. I don't do much wide stuff so a 14mm doesnt appeal much to me. That is a good thought though about getting something other than a 50 that might give me something different...hmm.

[brokensocial]

I definitely recommend shooting with dual full frame setups if at all possible; it's how my wife and I work, and we have a crop backup. It gives you a much more consistent look.