odd question for secondary body

So, I wanna buy my wife a camera to learn on. Even tho it is her first camera I wanna get her something of good quality that will last and also use as a secondary if I ever need one.

I shoot a Canon 6D and I was hoping to get her a fullframe instead of crop

Ideally I wanna be around 300-400 bucks for a body. Then we will share lenses, which is why I prefer FF so she shoots what I'm shooting and understands why I choose the lenses I do

I can get a used Canon 5D for like $350 or a canon 60D for around $400. Both are rated the same 'used' quality on the site.

I also was checking out the t5i and stuff but for the price range thought between the two earlier mentioned ones

learning wise I feel like quality doesn't matter but mainly the build of the it and would prefer the best IQ in the end but that is mainly if I ever need to use it as a secondary.

Depending on what she plans to shoot, the biggest limiting factor in the 5d is ISO capability. The larger pixels make excellent images and prints, but the age in the body will show up in the ISO- 1600 is your max, 3200 expanded, and neither one look that great.

Take a look at the SL1 before you jump to the 60d- it's smaller, lighter, has a touch screen, and faster processor. ISO capability and image quality will be very close, with the edge going to the SL1 for newer circuitry. The SL1 with 18-55 STM can be had for some great deals- canon refurb just finished one at $359- will probably come around again. And she can still use all your lenses.

Yeah she would mainly just be using it as a walking around and learning the body type of experience.
While in the studio she can use my stuff but I want something for her own while we're out together.

I will check out that sl1, I was wanting to get her a newer body so itll have the new bells and whistles but really its just something for her to learn.


I just like the 5Dc for some reason. Full frame is always nice but yeah I'm open to any ideas people have.

I started with a 7D and went to a 6D shortly after so I don't have much experience with any other bodies.

Just want something reliable, cheap, and kinda bulky since she has big ass hands hah

Nick Aufiero wrote in post #17449420
Yeah she would mainly just be using it as a walking around and learning the body type of experience.
While in the studio she can use my stuff but I want something for her own while we're out together.

I will check out that sl1, I was wanting to get her a newer body so itll have the new bells and whistles but really its just something for her to learn.


I just like the 5Dc for some reason. Full frame is always nice but yeah I'm open to any ideas people have.

I started with a 7D and went to a 6D shortly after so I don't have much experience with any other bodies.

Just want something reliable, cheap, and kinda bulky since she has big ass hands hah

Give her your 6D. You can't get any cheaper than 'already paid for'. Then go buy yourself a 1Dx. Refurbed, of course, to save money.

Currently, if you don't need high ISO, the 5Dc is an absolute steal.
I only sold mine because I sold my 1D4 and got a 1DX so the 5Dc became redundant.
I still miss that certain something that the 5Dc images had, no it does not compete with the likes of the 6D/5D3/1DX but it is still very good within it's ISO limitations.
Loved mine!

Nick Aufiero wrote in post #17449394
odd question for secondary body

Nick Aufiero wrote in post #17449394
So, I wanna buy my wife a camera to learn on. Even tho it is her first camera I wanna get her something of good quality that will last and also use as a secondary if I ever need one.

I shoot a Canon 6D and I was hoping to get her a fullframe instead of crop

Ideally I wanna be around 300-400 bucks for a body. Then we will share lenses, which is why I prefer FF so she shoots what I'm shooting and understands why I choose the lenses I do

I can get a used Canon 5D for like $350 or a canon 60D for around $400. Both are rated the same 'used' quality on the site.

I also was checking out the t5i and stuff but for the price range thought between the two earlier mentioned ones

learning wise I feel like quality doesn't matter but mainly the build of the it and would prefer the best IQ in the end but that is mainly if I ever need to use it as a secondary.

I read your post, and re-read it, and was unable to find the odd question. In fact, I could not find any question at all. Was there anything at all that you meant to ask us, or did you just want to share your thoughts?

Tom Reichner wrote in post #17449911
I read your post, and re-read it, and was unable to find the odd question. In fact, I could not find any question at all. Was there anything at all that you meant to ask us, or did you just want to share your thoughts?

You're brilliant. I'm in the floor laughing!

johnf3f wrote in post #17449836
Currently, if you don't need high ISO, the 5Dc is an absolute steal.
I only sold mine because I sold my 1D4 and got a 1DX so the 5Dc became redundant.
I still miss that certain something that the 5Dc images had, no it does not compete with the likes of the 6D/5D3/1DX but it is still very good within it's ISO limitations.
Loved mine!

Yeah I figured 360 bucks with 6mo warranty is a steal.

That way if I ever wanna shoot in crap weather I'll just bring that thing outside and ruin it instead of mine



Also, Tom, I literally post to rant. I don't actually care about anything that goes on in the threads.

I already made my purchases haha

The 5D is a jumbo camera, and the 60D is very close in size and operation to your 6D. If the camera is to be used by your wife, I think you would have been better off getting her the 60D. I like mine, and image quality is very good if you keep ISOs down to 800. It will do pretty well at higher ISOs, but you will have a hard time seeing the difference between low ISO shots from a 60D and 6D on a smaller monitor, like an IPad or laptop.

Tom Reichner wrote in post #17449911
I read your post, and re-read it, and was unable to find the odd question. In fact, I could not find any question at all. Was there anything at all that you meant to ask us, or did you just want to share your thoughts?

couple of implied ones:
"which bus takes me to B&H Photo?"
"how often will I need to clean the sensor?"
"which lens do I need to buy next?"
"do I really need a protective filter?"

artyH wrote in post #17451480
The 5D is a jumbo camera, and the 60D is very close in size and operation to your 6D. If the camera is to be used by your wife, I think you would have been better off getting her the 60D. I like mine, and image quality is very good if you keep ISOs down to 800. It will do pretty well at higher ISOs, but you will have a hard time seeing the difference between low ISO shots from a 60D and 6D on a smaller monitor, like an IPad or laptop.

I'm not sure if you are referring to the 60D or 6D, but limiting your ISO to 800 seems like a relic of the stone-age... 2008, or so. I don't hesitate to shoot my 60D at 6400, or my 6D at 25,600, if the need arises. It seldom does, but is nice to know the capability is there.