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Which Canon Rebel model is the sucessor to which model

Started Jun 9, 2016 | Discussions thread
Aldrich
Aldrich Forum Member • Posts: 62
Re: upgrade strategy

jbcohen wrote:

What's your upgrade strategy.

For upgrades of camera bodies, the closer to each other in the hierarchy line the incremental the updates will feel. The greater the difference in bodies the greater the improvement.  the higher in the hierarchy, the more professional and robust, but more costly (system wise) and gain in weight.

My strategy is as follows:

1st: Try to resist Gear Acquisition Syndrome (GAS).  It is always tempting to upgrade to the newest and best.  In your case, You may want to wait for a T7i (800D) or T8i (850D).  I stick to cop sensors since I do not find the need to go to full frame.  I am willing to get refurbished and used gear.

2nd: have a set of lenses you like to use that do the things you want to do. Replace (resell) lenses as needed. Good quality lenses can last years and hold their value well. Canon does not replace most lenses for a decade or two (mid to upper level L lenses). The consumer (entry level) lenses get replaced more often and do not retain their value as much.

3rd: Upgrade camera bodies as needed. If there are features that are desired sooner then later; upgrade. I am patient an am willing to wait for a "SlickDeal".  Sell or gift older camera bodies.  Consider keeping a spare camera if you find it useful.

 Aldrich's gear list:Aldrich's gear list
Canon EOS 80D Canon EF-S 10-22mm F3.5-4.5 USM Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM Canon EF-S 18-135mm F3.5-5.6 IS STM +3 more
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