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I'm looking to make the switch from Nikon to Canon. I think I've made my mind up on the d3 mk iii - it's a sizeable investment given I'll need to change my lenses too.

Is it worth taking the plunge now on the 5d or waiting to see if/when canon will release an updated model. Would be pretty miffed if I make the investment for it to be outdated within 3/4 months. Issue with canon is they dont seem to publish any roadmaps of device upgrades / refreshes
 
I initially started out with Canon when I first took it up as a hobby a few years ago, friends and neighbours also into photography all used Nikon's and it became expensive to buy new glass (70-200 2.8 etc) but when I seem all of them loaning lenses etc and someone said, save yourself a wad of cash, get a Nikon and swap lesnes.

I did it, but I've found my interest in photography has tailed off due to just not liking the Nikon interface / camera layout. On a great sunny day I think wow - it's ISO 100 weather! But then the thought of picking up a Nikon and struggling with the layout / menu's etc, it just puts me off.

P.s - Nothing against Nikon's, just much prefer the Canon user interface.
 
I agree, both camera's have different ergonomics. I used to have a Nikon but now moved to Sony because its smaller and lighter :)
I would say that the Canon 5D MKIII has plenty of life-span left in it and if it ticks all the boxes for what you need in a body then buy one.
Don't worry about a replacement coming out, from the way Nikon and Canon build new DSLR's, they are just incremental improvments in ISO/speed performance and nothing too ground breaking. :)
 
Only way I can see Canon improving the 5D3 in the near future is with firmware updates as they did with the f8 AF update. Canon seem to be more active in the lower end of the market with updated and new models.
 
Steve Elliott said:
I initially started out with Canon when I first took it up as a hobby a few years ago, friends and neighbours also into photography all used Nikon's and it became expensive to buy new glass (70-200 2.8 etc) but when I seem all of them loaning lenses etc and someone said, save yourself a wad of cash, get a Nikon and swap lesnes.

I did it, but I've found my interest in photography has tailed off due to just not liking the Nikon interface / camera layout. On a great sunny day I think wow - it's ISO 100 weather! But then the thought of picking up a Nikon and struggling with the layout / menu's etc, it just puts me off.

P.s - Nothing against Nikon's, just much prefer the Canon user interface.
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I always think I'm on another planet when people complain about camera menu's. I hardly ever venture into mine as with any of my cameras as once I've been through the menu and set everything up how I want it all I seem to need to go back into the menu to do is format the card. Everyday things like setting the aperture, shutter speed, compensation, ISO etc... can all be done without using the menu so even just a list of options like the old 20D and 5D had was just fine for me.

Ergonomics are a different and personal thing but as far as the layout of menus goes - for me it's about as relevant to my photography as the colour of my socks. Anyway, as I said, it's a personal thing and if it matters to you then it matters to you.
 
I agree with woof woof :D Time to try out a Sony A7 / A7R perhaps? :eek::cool:
 
Have you thought about a Canon 6D? Image quality just as good as the 5D MK III (some say even better) and all for a much smaller price tag!
 
woof woof said:
I always think I'm on another planet when people complain about camera menu's. I hardly ever venture into mine as with any of my cameras as once I've been through the menu and set everything up how I want it all I seem to need to go back into the menu to do is format the card. Everyday things like setting the aperture, shutter speed, compensation, ISO etc... can all be done without using the menu so even just a list of options like the old 20D and 5D had was just fine for me.

Ergonomics are a different and personal thing but as far as the layout of menus goes - for me it's about as relevant to my photography as the colour of my socks. Anyway, as I said, it's a personal thing and if it matters to you then it matters to you.
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Guess it depends on how much customisation you can do on the camera to get it right for you. Some have more than others.

I have the "my menu" full of settings that I use regularly and have customised various buttons to suit and the Q button is handy but its not possible to get everything how you'd like it and being able to find it quickly in a menu is important.

The OP obvious prefers the Canon layout and is making that decision because its affecting his desire to get the camera out.
 
Why change brands? (even though Canon > Nikon!!!) Just upgrade to the D800 / D4 depending what you have already.

Eddzz!! said:
Have you thought about a Canon 6D? Image quality just as good as the 5D MK III (some say even better) and all for a much smaller price tag!
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Bare IQ would be close as you say, but everything else is not. I quite like my autofocus, bigger size and more fps, plus dual cards :)

Rizvan said:
I agree with woof woof :D Time to try out a Sony A7 / A7R perhaps? :eek::cool:
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Sure, because it is made by Canon and has great selection of native lenses and world class autofocus tracking in place :lol:
 
daugirdas said:
Bare IQ would be close as you say, but everything else is not. I quite like my autofocus, bigger size and more fps, plus dual cards :)
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I was thinking mainly from a price perspective. I'd love to have a 5D MK III, but I just can't justify that price tag when no one will hire me for photo jobs! :(
 
daugirdas said:
Why change brands? (even though Canon > Nikon!!!) Just upgrade to the D800 / D4 depending what you have already.



Bare IQ would be close as you say, but everything else is not. I quite like my autofocus, bigger size and more fps, plus dual cards :)



Sure, because it is made by Canon and has great selection of native lenses and world class autofocus tracking in place :LOL:
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Horses for courses, he says he prefers the menu layout and interface which is pretty important if you're using it day in day out.
What do you predominantly photograph Steve? If you can live with the slower FPS & nerfed AF, the 6D might be right for you.
I shoot Canon but tbh there isn't a lot in it these days, either brand would serve you well.

Much like the OP I prefer the Canon interface, it's more intuitive imo
 
You won't regret getting a 5D3 :canon: smashing piece of kit.

Get one soon!
 
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