Sell my 70D and 6D for.....

Hey I've been out of the gear mill for a while and don't know what to do.

Quick over view I mostly shoot studio at this point. Controlled lights no real action as far as focus is concerned. I also do some video work but generally interview style with no focus needs.

The seemingly default choice would be a 5dm3. I don't want to put too much new money into this. I'm assuming I could sell my 70D and 6D for about what I could get a used 5dM3 for. Is this correct?

Are there other things I should look at? I'm not above switching brands (sony? fuji?) but I do have a number of Cannon lenses so I think adaptability would be important.

Are there studio specific cameras in my price range?

The 5D3 is a great camera. As is the 6D. The 5D3s focusing system and speedlight support is better. You can probably get $400-500 for the 70D and $600-700 for the 6D. For a possible max of $1200. The 5D3 can be snagged for that amount, even less. Good luck with your choice.

travisvwright wrote in post #18911069
Quick over view I mostly shoot studio at this point. Controlled lights no real action as far as focus is concerned. I also do some video work but generally interview style with no focus needs.

What I've left in your content (quote above) is key to your decision. Based on your description, a 70D & 6D should be more than adequate. If you feel it isn't, then look carefully at your techniques and the glass that you are using before getting another body (5DIII) and getting rid of what you have (70D & 6D).

I generally agree. At this point probably 80% of the time I'm just using 6D+135/2. Since I don't need better focus, would the 5D3 have any IQ advantages?

ETA: I've forgotten how to do the include in a reply, sorry.

I would not trade a 6D and 70D for a 5DIII

I have a 6D and SL1, as a (mostly) studio shooter who dabbles in video it's a better option than a 5DIII alone. The 80D is on sale at the refurb shop (I started a thread with a link in Marketwatch) and I have been considering selling off the SL1 to upgrade. I think I could end up spending only about $250 if I sold off the kit lenses.

travisvwright wrote in post #18911133
ETA: I've forgotten how to do the include in a reply, sorry.

If you mean to include previous content. hit "Quote" at the bottom right.

Left Handed Brisket wrote in post #18911144
The 80D is on sale at the refurb shop (I started a thread with a link in Marketwatch) and I have been considering selling off the SL1 to upgrade. I think I could end up spending only about $250 if I sold off the kit lenses.

That bargain, 80D + EF-S 18-55 & EF-S 55-250 IS STM at $700 seems to still be available...see https://shop.usa.canon​.com …010&utm_campaig​n=13505864.

...and the body only is still at $800.

John from PA wrote in post #18911150
That bargain, 80D + EF-S 18-55 & EF-S 55-250 IS STM at $700 seems to still be available...see https://shop.usa.canon​.com …010&utm_campaig​n=13505864.

...and the body only is still at $800.

I too have posted that deal in the Market Place. The fact that it has been that price for a while now tells me the 90D is imminent.

gossamer88 wrote in post #18911156
I too have posted that deal in the Market Place. The fact that it has been that price for a while now tells me the 90D is imminent.

Agree, but taking note that the body only is $100 more than the 2-lens kit, seems to indicate they may have an abundance of refurb kit lenses. It will be interesting to see the "90D" if and when it appears and the kit lens offerings.

travisvwright wrote in post #18911069
Hey I've been out of the gear mill for a while and don't know what to do.

Quick over view I mostly shoot studio at this point. Controlled lights no real action as far as focus is concerned. I also do some video work but generally interview style with no focus needs.

The seemingly default choice would be a 5dm3. I don't want to put too much new money into this. I'm assuming I could sell my 70D and 6D for about what I could get a used 5dM3 for. Is this correct?

Are there other things I should look at? I'm not above switching brands (sony? fuji?) but I do have a number of Cannon lenses so I think adaptability would be important.

Are there studio specific cameras in my price range?

If you are going to liquidate those bodies, then I would suggest simply moving to the EOS R or a used 5D4, if the budget allows. The improvements you will gain with either of these over the 70D and 6D will be noticeable, along with resolution enough to crop to make up for the lack of an APS-C in many cases.

Moving to a 5D3 from those two isn't quite a lateral move, but still isn't the best upgrade IMO.

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After reading your post, I do not understand why you are looking to get a different camera. . For the kind of photography that you said you do, I would think that the 6D would meet your needs as well as anything.

Where do you find your current bodies coming up short? . What is it that they don't do well enough for you? . If you can answer this, then it would give us better insight into what body you should upgrade to.

If you want higher resolution, I would think that the 6D2 would be a great choice for you.

You are fortunate that you don't need a really great autofocus system - that will save you lots of money!

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TeamSpeed wrote in post #18911168
If you are going to liquidate those bodies, then I would suggest simply moving to the EOS R or a used 5D4, if the budget allows. The improvements you will gain with either of these over the 70D and 6D will be noticeable, along with resolution enough to crop to make up for the lack of an APS-C in many cases.

Moving to a 5D3 from those two isn't quite a lateral move, but still isn't the best upgrade IMO.

I hadn't heard of EOS-R. I'll look at it. Thanks

Tom Reichner wrote in post #18911169
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After reading your post, I do not understand why you are looking to get a different camera. . For the kind of photography that you said you do, I would think that the 6D would meet your needs as well as anything.

Where do you find your current bodies coming up short? . What is it that they don't do well enough for you? . If you can answer this, then it would give us better insight into what body you should upgrade to.

If you want higher resolution, I would think that the 6D2 would be a great choice for you.

You are fortunate that you don't need a really great autofocus system - that will save you lots of money!

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I don't really need anything, I just have a thought that my 7 year old tech should be so improved upon by now, that I would get automatically better photos by spending money. Truth is I don't love the color rendition of my 6D/135 combo. Skin looks a bit green, but it's not even so bad that I've taken the time to narrow it down to the 6D or 135.

Resolution is generally high enough, maybe the ability to crop more would be helpful from time to time but I can generally just plan ahead better and take the photo I want.

I kind of think of it like my laptop. It works but if I buy a new one it will generally do everything better.

travisvwright wrote in post #18915163
I hadn't heard of EOS-R. I'll look at it. Thanks

I don't really need anything, I just have a thought that my 7 year old tech should be so improved upon by now, that I would get automatically better photos by spending money. Truth is I don't love the color rendition of my 6D/135 combo. Skin looks a bit green, but it's not even so bad that I've taken the time to narrow it down to the 6D or 135.

Resolution is generally high enough, maybe the ability to crop more would be helpful from time to time but I can generally just plan ahead better and take the photo I want.

I kind of think of it like my laptop. It works but if I buy a new one it will generally do everything better.

That kind of gross color inaccuracy isn't really a fault of the camera though, or lens, I wouldn't think. I would think it has everything to do with white balance or picture styles. However, maybe the color metering is off on the camera too, or perhaps you have accidentally altered the WB bracketing page and offset the WB value? I would suggest a full settings wipe on the camera to reset it and then reset it up the way you want, then try it again.

The new cameras have 2 AWB settings, and have gotten better in this regard over the past few years.

The EOS R is basically the most current mirrorless version of the 5D4, at a bit lower price.