This isn’t true actually, if you want to learn photography ‘properly’ then the principles are the same no matter what the gear. Also, high end gear tends to be more complex and therefore harder to learn. Also correct focus is far more critical with full frame cameras versus APS-C, m4/3 and the other smaller sensor cameras.
which I don’t think you’ve stated.
The 6D is one of the smallest and lightest full frame DSLR on the market, coming in at around 755g with battery and memory card fitted and approx. 145 x 111 x 71mm. In actual use I find it handles nicely and doesn't feel bulky to me. Plus there's no way you can seriously compare that outdated 12.1mp fat old bloater (995g 147 x 123 x 77 mm) of a Nikon D700 with a 6D, the 6D knocks it into a cocked hat! Plus it has the WiFi the OP specified as a requirement.On that basis I’ll add the go to camera for pros in the recent past, the good old Nikon D700 which can be had for around £350 used.
However, as the 70d was too big and heavy then both these options will be too, hence why I think mirrorless is the best option, and especially m4/3. That weight saving is a god send imo. My wildlife setup has gone from 3kg to 1.4kg and IQ is comparable
which is roughly the same as the 70d that the OP has said is too heavy. Add to this the weight of FF lenses and it’s going to be even heavier than the 70d
I have no preference of DSLR vs mirrorless. The OP stated that mirrorless was out of budget and I’ve just been showing their are options. Also, in terms of expanding the range m4/3 can be pretty cheap in comparisonThe OP has already stated why mirrorless is not an option too, so I don't think it's fair to keep banging on about how good you think it is, if it's out of his budget. Fair play to him for considering the availability and range of affordable used lenses when weighing up which camera system to choose too.
There is a quote in the 4x4 cycle all the gear no idea. I am not willing to put myself in that category even to get a half decent picture.
Yes, but he'd be getting full framed bokehlicious beauty with the 6D!which is roughly the same as the 70d that the OP has said is too heavy. Add to this the weight of FF lenses and it’s going to be even heavier than the 70d
As I said, it's how the camera feels and handles that matters really, and you can't just go off specified weights and dimensions, can you.. unless it's strayed well into heffalump class?!
). Of the two, I believe Canon has a somewhat more intuitive menu navigation system, and there shouldn't be any 'partial functionality only' issues with Canon EF (and EF-S on crop sensor EOS DSLRs) - there may be some with older 'third party' non-Canon EF and EF-S fit lenses though, so do your research before buying any used non-Canon lenses. Most of all, have fun, and best of luck with your new camera. Ive managed for years with an A6000 and three lenses, 12mm, 24mm and 60mm.
the 12 and 60 mm are very cheap but extremely good Samyang and Sigma lenses, the 24mm Sony Zeiss can be swapped for a 30mm Sigma and if needed the Sony telezoom is also not that expensive so you can have lenses for your hearts delight cheaply. For Fuji the market is less saturated but you also need time to learn the gear you have so a natural purchase limiter is not a bad thing.
If it's from a dealer then distance selling regs mean that you can send it back & say you changed your mind. You seemed set on Canon, and shouting "NO! Dont't do it!" at the screen seemed like a waste of time.
While it's still early in the game, would you like us to bust the myth about no lenses being available for mirrorless cameras too?
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He's already said, it's the price that scares him. Mirrorless may well be where he is in 2 years time, but he may then be buying today's latest mirrorless model on the used market at less than half the price it costs now!
Very interesting video; I often think it pays to watch the market for a couple of years before making my mind up. My Dad also thought that way and over the years we managed to save money by not buying a Betamax video recorder, an APS 35mm film camera, Blue-ray video disk player, a music centre and all those other seemingly wonderful at the time 'must haves' that some people flocked to.
But whatever lens you’re buying; you only need one, it doesn’t really matter whether you can find 5 or 50 for sale,
So with Fuji and sony on their third and fourth/fifth generation after 5? years and with increasing popularity and love from the reviewers whats your conclusion?
Apart from the newcomers I dont see any reason for concern about the future of the mirrorless market in APSC and 24X36 formats
I agree
After a fourth/fifth generation in 5 years my conclusion would have to be that the current model will most likely soon be outdated.
Ive set the camera to take RAW and jpeg pics. Im not even going to try editing anything yet as im more concerned about learning setting etc. but if ive got the RAW ones that I like i can go back to them in the future.
As long as you have the disk space then I think that's a sensible approach. Hope you're enjoying your new camera and wish you the best of luck; it's a great hobby if you don't weaken!
