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jimhigham

jimhigham

Je Suis Rhino
Apr 25, 2009
8,044
Woking
I'm hoping to buy a Canon 7D soon. I have found a reasonable deal on a set comprising the camera body and an 18-135mm lens, which would give me a decent range to begin with. My gut feeling is to go for that, as it may be some time before I am able to afford more lenses and this would let me work from macro to a reasonable zoom level. However, I'm wondering if any of you have any thoughts as to whether or not I may be better off simply buying the camera body and getting a lens separately? If so, what would your reasoning for this be, what lenses would you suggest and why?

Thoughts appreciated.
 




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1959

Member
Sep 20, 2005
345
Whatever you choose to do, do it at Park Cameras in Burgess Hill.
No, I don't work for them, but I do have reason to use them a lot and it is easily the best camera store in the south, bar none.
People who work there really know their stuff and will, if necessary, spend all day with you while you make up your mind and dither. Take your concerns to them and they will give you honest answers based on years of experience.
Good luck.
 




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Willow

Well-known member
Jul 6, 2003
1,674
Didcot
Buy it with the kit lens, it will always be cheaper as a package. If you don't want the lens, you will get a good price for it on ebay, and you can then buy the lens of your choice.
 


jimhigham

jimhigham

Je Suis Rhino
Apr 25, 2009
8,044
Woking
edna krabappel said:
Would echo the above.

This the one you're looking at?

http://www.parkcameras.com/12967/Canon-EOS-7D---18-135mm-IS-lens.html
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That is the one I'm looking at and it is £1 cheaper than the best deal I have found so far. However, the best deal is at the Dixons in Heathrow, which is where I go to work. Burgess Hill isn't on my way. Thanks for the tip though and I shall certainly bear it in mind if I am ever in the area. I'm not relying on any good service in that pressure cooker store so I need to do all my research before the big day when I go in to splash with the cash.

The word of mouth I have had from friends using it has been glowing but I'm still going to do a lot more reading before sealing the deal.
 




clippedgull

clippedgull

Hotdogs, extra onions
Aug 11, 2003
20,789
Near Ducks, Geese, and Seagulls
jimhigham said:
I'm hoping to buy a Canon 7D soon. I have found a reasonable deal on a set comprising the camera body and an 18-135mm lens, which would give me a decent range to begin with. My gut feeling is to go for that, as it may be some time before I am able to afford more lenses and this would let me work from macro to a reasonable zoom level. However, I'm wondering if any of you have any thoughts as to whether or not I may be better off simply buying the camera body and getting a lens separately? If so, what would your reasoning for this be, what lenses would you suggest and why?

Thoughts appreciated.
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I own a Canon 20D and a Canon 5D (the latter from Park Cameras), soon to upgrade to a 5D MkII.

The 18-135 lens as you say would give you a good range, but as with all zooms there is a sweet spot (best picture quality) but it will certainly be good enough for your first entry lens. This hobby can get pretty expensive!

A good review site is Digital Cameras: Digital Photography Review, News, Reviews, Forums, FAQ if you haven't yet discovered it. :)

ps..as per your question, you usually get a better deal buying the kit as a bundle, maybe not from the chain stores, but independents like Park Cameras where you can drive a bargain!
 


shingle

shingle

Well-known member
Jan 18, 2004
3,224
Lewes
As a Pro and a Canon user, If it were me, I would buy the 7d body on it's own and then get a red ring 24-105mm from ebay, this is a superb all purpose lens, and one that I use most of the time.

There's a £400 odd difference between what Park Cameras are charging for the camera body on its own and the kit price. If the 24-105mm doesn't suit you, then the £400 should get you a very nice secondhand lens.

by the way, heard some very nice things about the 7d.
 


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dougdeep

New member
May 9, 2004
37,732
SUNNY SEAFORD
The lovely Roz would be a good person for advice. Our number one mod.
 




clippedgull

clippedgull

Hotdogs, extra onions
Aug 11, 2003
20,789
Near Ducks, Geese, and Seagulls
shingle said:
As a Pro and a Canon user, If it were me, I would buy the 7d body on it's own and then get a red ring 24-105mm from ebay, this is a superb all purpose lens, and one that I use most of the time.

There's a £400 odd difference between what Park Cameras are charging for the camera body on its own and the kit price. If the 24-105mm doesn't suit you, then the £400 should get you a very nice secondhand lens.

by the way, heard some very nice things about the 7d.
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If I may, can you recommend any Canon Lens repair shops? I have the 28-300L IS USM that won't focus correctly after a drop of 2 foot onto a soft carpet :cry:
 


shingle

shingle

Well-known member
Jan 18, 2004
3,224
Lewes






£1.99

£1.99

Well-known member
Mar 3, 2008
1,233
I've have a Canon 300mm f2.8 and a Sigma 70-200mm f2.8 lens for sale which would work a dream with your D7. Also am selling a 1x4 converter and a 24-105mm f3.5-5.6 lens. Let me know if your interested.
 


shingle

shingle

Well-known member
Jan 18, 2004
3,224
Lewes
£1.99 said:
I've have a Canon 300mm f2.8 and a Sigma 70-200mm f2.8 lens for sale which would work a dream with your D7. Also am selling a 1x4 converter and a 24-105mm f3.5-5.6 lens. Let me know if your interested.
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Holy crap, isn't that Canon 300mm worth around 3 grand new.
 






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ChapManiA

Banned
Oct 25, 2004
607
Burgess Hill, West-Sussex
I'd get the 7D for it's HD digital video capabilities alone. Check out Vimeo.com for what it can do. Many producers are turning to the Canon 7D for broadcast use when a big setup isn't needed.

Personally I have my eye on the cheaper Canon 550d as it's video performance is near identicle to the 7D.

The gold standard for DSLR video at the moment is the 5D MkII, I may have to rob ClippedGull's home once hes purchased it!
 




jimhigham

jimhigham

Je Suis Rhino
Apr 25, 2009
8,044
Woking
Thanks for the offer Mr. £1.99 but my budget is such, I'm struggling to even get the kit. Cheers.
 


£1.99

£1.99

Well-known member
Mar 3, 2008
1,233
jimhigham said:
Thanks for the offer Mr. £1.99 but my budget is such, I'm struggling to even get the kit. Cheers.
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I understand.
The 300mm is not cheap but still a bargin. The other lenses are much cheaper the Sigma 70=200mm f2.8 is just £300 and is a very fast lens the 24-105mm is even cheaper.
But take your time and buy what suits your needs best.
 








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