Beginner Camera recommendations for trip to Iceland, whale watching.

[Peaj]

Hi, got a friend who is looking for a recommendation for a DSLR to take on a trip to Iceland. He's used film camera's about 20 years ago and is looking at the possibility of getting back into photography, if the photography on the trip goes well.

Any advice and recommendations greatly appreciated.

 

[skiking]

Budget? What else is your friend going to be using it for?

 

[Peaj]

So far all he's said is he's looking at a canon 7d mk2 or a 70d, he wants a camera he won't have to upgrade in a year and he likes watching cycling so fast, action sports for other uses.