So Bitter Sweet . . .

[Diane Margetts]

I honestly didn't think this day would come. I've been saving up for about 3 years to upgrade my Olympus e-510 (now almost an Olympus relic) but I've not been able to find my comfort zone with the direction of Olympus and I have been really concerned about getting too heavily vested . . . I really belive they are going to pioneer the way into mirrorless micro (but powerful) digital cameras. In 5 to 7 years, we will all probably look back and laugh at the giant, heavy cameras and lenses we once lugged around!

 

Having said that, I'm not generally an early-adaptor and the new mirrorless micr 4/3 that Olympus just introduced is $$$$$ . . . So, here goes . . . after months of research, I have ordered a Canon 7D . . . sigh . . . I'm sure I'll love it but I don't feel 100 percent about leaving a brand I really believe in . . .

 

Moving on . . . I also ordered the Canon 18-135 at the recommendation of several photographers -- this lens seems to be an "a bit above average everyday" lens. My next delimma is the "real" lens. When I was tageting the Olympus e-5, I was also considering the 50-200 2.8. With Canon being a bigger crop factor, I really need more than a 200 for birding and wildlife. My photographer friends have been trying to convince me to go the 150-500 Sigma. BUT, now I'm hearing from Canon people that it would be much better to save a few more dollars and go the Canon 100-400 because the glass is so much better . . . too many decisions . . .

[Diane Margetts]

Thanks for all of your comments! Richard--thanks for the detail, I can use all the hints and tips out there. But what I really wanted to say is IT'S HERE!!!!! Arrived last night -- It'll take me awhile to get to know it, I'm sure. It's heavier and sturdier than my 510. Initially, I bought the 18-135 lens and it seems to be a pretty good choice. I am on the Canon waiting list for the 100-400 refurbished model. For this initial setup, it already feels like a kidney so I have to watch the new lens introductions with wishful envy!

[F, Calla & Luca]

Enjoy it and show us some photos : )

[Nicky, Riley & Boris]

Good Luck with your new camera, can't wait to see some pics as soon as you get started.

[Camilla and Darwin]

I can't wait to see photos Diane!