5d II, here I come.

So after many weeks of researching and debating which body to purchase I finally took the plunge and bought the 5d II yesterday and should be here by the weekend or early next week. I initially wanted to buy the 1d MK III and had almost bought it but then I was looking at most of my shots and they were mainly of family and friends and b-day events. So I thought to myself that would I really need a fast camera if I am shooting mainly portraits and people? I also do wantto shoot sports but majority of my current shots have been people.

I hope I made the right move and yes 1ds mkii would have been better but I am thinking about weight as well and I want something more travel friendly. Also, hd video will be added bonus. I don't need video but it's a nice feature to have. Although I haven't used either 5d2 or 1d series bodies at all, somehow I still wish if I had purchased the 1d MK III. I guess I will see how 5d2 will be with my 28-70 and 70-200 MK II lens.

Karim.

Mines at home waiting to be opened. FWIW - I debated the exact same cameras. Dropping $2k on something used is something I have a hard time doing. I figured a new 5DII was the way to go - especially since the original 5D is sill "usable". The 1DsII is nearly 10 years old at this point.

I don't know about you... but the xD/xxD bodies are still a bit "short" in the grip area for me. Which is why I have my cameras gripped. It may add a little bit more weight, but it provides much better support for my hands and much better balance on my heavier lenses.

I'm not saying that you made a bad choice. But if your hands are on the bigger side, then you'd likely be considering a grip (which then adds weight and takes away the travel-friendly aspect when compared to say a 1D/1Ds body).

Congrats and have fun.

I actually have held the 5d mkII before and it fit my hands very comfortably. I havent had an opportunity to hold any 1d series yet, but just from the many talks here and reading articles of the sheer size of the camera, I am sure it would be very heavy for me to use casually. I am positive that within a few months I will buy 1d series as my heart is too set on that camera. But for now, I hope the 5D2 will meet my requirements and I will be pleased with my purchase. I just hope the price doesnt drop all of a sudden since I have been hearing everywhere that 5d3 will be announce either this or early next year.

Just ordered my 5D Mark II kit today also! Looking forward to it!

Wow! Lots of 5D2's getting snapped up lately. That's awesome!

well at least the economy isn't affecting this hobby ...you will love it I know I do.

eskimochaos wrote in post #12832278
Mines at home waiting to be opened. FWIW - I debated the exact same cameras. Dropping $2k on something used is something I have a hard time doing. I figured a new 5DII was the way to go - especially since the original 5D is sill "usable". The 1DsII is nearly 10 years old at this point.

I got mine used since it was $400-500 less and I thought it was worth the risk, esp buying for a reputable seller.

Congratulations - 5D mk 2 is a really, really nice camera. One thing that comes to mind since you're just getting into photography - Don't forget to buy you a Speedlight, because the 5D doesn't have a flash.

cheers,

David

Thanks David. I already have 580 ex II so that should be good.

Congratulation on your big purchase.