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Trade my Canon 6dii for Canon M6ii?

Started Nov 5, 2020 | Discussions thread
Steve Siegel
Steve Siegel Regular Member • Posts: 400
Re: Have you considered the EOS RP?
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BonnieSueM wrote:

Thanks, I'm guess I'm leaning towards the m6ii. I do have the 18-150 and it works for me. It's that darned EVF that I need to get over.

I'm just really surprised how close the RP with the RF 24-105 f/4-7.1 is to the m6ii and the 18-150. And while I do love my zooms, I could totally see slapping an RF 35 on an RP and calling it a day. Looking through my landscapes, the majority are shot from 30-35mm. I've hiked with just the 6dii and an EF 40mm and it was always just a hair too long.

Sounds to me the perfect setup for you would be the M6II paired with the M 18-150mm and the M 11-22mm.  That gives you a lot of range with an overlap exactly where you need it for the majority of your landscape work.  I'm sure you've noted the 18-150 stores easily in a small fanny pack or vest/jacket pocket if you want to be a minimalist.  A small bag will accommodate the entire setup too…like an Ape Case Envoy or a Lowepro Passport Sling III.

I use that body/lens combo when I'm on foot and want to minimize bulk/weight.  When I'm going to be stationary (in a wildlife blind or with a tripod or waiting for the right light), I'll lean towards a bag with the full inventory of primes in addition to the zooms and adapted lenses.

The EVF is easy to store and still have at the ready.  I use it when the display gets washed out, but otherwise leave it in a pocket.  Obviously, having the right kind of eyeglasses is important when using the display.  After dual cataract surgeries, I've found a half-height pair of readers or progressives work well without having to constantly put on or remove the glasses.

Best to you in your quest!

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