Bear in mind the difference in controls between the 40D and XTi, as well as the different batteries. That's my main reservation. I have absolutely no problem with either the 24-70 2.8 L or the 580EX - I travel with both.
Jon Cream of the Crop  69,628 posts Likes: 227 Joined Jun 2004 Location: Bethesda, MD USA More info | Oct 24, 2007 13:35 | #31 Bear in mind the difference in controls between the 40D and XTi, as well as the different batteries. That's my main reservation. I have absolutely no problem with either the 24-70 2.8 L or the 580EX - I travel with both. Jon
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PGH Member 30 posts Joined Oct 2007 More info | Oct 24, 2007 14:15 | #32 If money is not a consideration, I'd get the 5D if I were you. The obvious downside is not being able to share EF-S lenses and batteries with the XTi. Blog: http://www.photogearhead.com/
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timbop Goldmember  More info | Oct 24, 2007 18:59 | #33 I agree with most of what's been said here, except that if you want to seriously shoot weddings you will need a different camera body. Brides WILL notice your gear, and I do agree that keeping a consistent interface will be important. You might consider trading the XTi in for a 30D, and getting a 40D as prime body for now. I don't think you have to get the 24-70, particularly since you already have the 50/1.4 "just in case". Current: 5DM3, 6D, 8mm fish, 24-105/4IS, 35/2IS, 70-200/2.8IS, 85/1.8, 100-400/IS v1, lensbaby composer with edge 80, 580's and AB800's
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canotographer Senior Member  810 posts Joined May 2007 More info | Oct 24, 2007 19:47 | #34 For wedding, I would... Mark
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EORI Senior Member  More info | Oct 25, 2007 01:09 | #35 ebann wrote in post #4183076  Low-light, night, landscape, weddings all smell like a 5D to me! x2. I use my 5D for low-light and static images (landscape, portraiture, travel, etc.) and my 40D for sports and action. Different tools for different needs.
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clengster_77 Senior Member  613 posts Joined Oct 2005 Location: Philippines More info | Oct 25, 2007 08:24 | #36 PGH wrote in post #4183952 If money is not a consideration, I'd get the 5D if I were you. The obvious downside is not being able to share EF-S lenses and batteries with the XTi. For lenses, if you intend to shoot landscapes and weddings, then the 17-55 IS for 40D and 24-70 L for 5D. i think using a 17 - 55 IS in the 40D and the 24 - 70 in the 5D seems so close of a focal length. considering the 17 - 55 x 1.6 = 27.2mm on it's widest range while the 24 - 70 on a full frame is 24mm on it's widest range. it would be better to pair the 24 - 70 with a 10 - 20/22ish UWA lens. Canon 5D x 2
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Oct 25, 2007 10:00 | #37 timbop wrote in post #4185573 I agree with most of what's been said here, except that if you want to seriously shoot weddings you will need a different camera body. Brides WILL notice your gear, and I do agree that keeping a consistent interface will be important. You might consider trading the XTi in for a 30D, and getting a 40D as prime body for now. I don't think you have to get the 24-70, particularly since you already have the 50/1.4 "just in case". A great compact kit would be: tamron 17-50/2.8, 50/1.4, 70-200/2.8IS, 2 flashes, 30D, and 40D. I like your suggestion.I will wait for holidays hoping prices will come down. 1D MARK III, 5D, 40D 24-70 2.8L,70-200 2.8L IS,135 2.0L,50 1.4,85 1.8
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