Now that the SL2 is official, who's leaving the M?
Re: SL2 and EOS-M series have their own strengths....
Marco Nero wrote:
HaroldC3 wrote:
Yes, I am jealous of some features of the SL2. If I didn't have an M6 I'd probably buy an SL2. But since I do have an M6 I don't think I can bring myself to sell it. Who here plans to sell there M-series camera and go with an SL2?
Most M-users like their cameras for the diminutive size and weight. The SL2 has been leaked but none of the details suggest a DPAF and THAT would/should be the decider for anyone prepared to jump-ship. The downside of the SL2 is that it takes EF type lenses - because most M-series users are investing in EF-M lenses. The EOS M-series cameras (on the other hand) can accept any EF-S and EF lens via the Adapter... as well as the native EF-M lenses. This is a wonderful thing.
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The world's smallest FF DSLR at the time of release was the EOS 6D. Here's mine with the EOS M6 last weekend. Both are fitted with their fastest native lens. LOOK at the SIZE difference!!!
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The SL2 ought to be popular because of it's size. There's some significant benefits with using APS-C over full frame in relation to certain types of photography (eg Macro, Telephoto, Astrophotography etc) so there will always be a market for smaller DSLRs that are well rounded and fully featured. For lansdcapes and travel photography the EOS-M series is astoundingly effective. It can also manage Macro, Astro and Telephoto.
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So in the end, the major strength that the EOS-M series is lacking is really the benefit that a Full Frame sensor DSLR can offer. Those differences are speed and light sensitivity. This is why I shoot with both a FF DSLR and an EOS-M camera (presently the 6D and the M6). There are times when I need to shoot in extremely low light where an EOS M can't perform without additional noise. There's also times when I can't shoot with a larger bodied camera ... such as certain public events where DSLRS or larger lenses are restricted and when I'm carrying heavy equipment and supplies - or when I'm traveling light. I love my photography so being able to carry the right camera with me is important. I think that for DSLR lovers, the SL2 is a great alternative to a mirrorless camera. But the DPAF is a major deal-breaker. If it has DPAF then the SL2 ought to be a winner. The question at the moment is: will Canon bump it up with one?
SL2 has got DPAF.
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