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I’m looking at upgrading my setup for sports. Currently I have a 1Dx and R50 for my bodies, and the 70-200 f2.8L IS, 24-105 f4L, and 16-35 f2.8L for lenses. I want more reach for soccer and baseball in particular and am looking for options. I’ve tried a 2X Teleconverter on my 70-200 but don’t like the drop in fps, af speed, and loss of quality, so I’ve been looking at other options.

Option one is the Canon 300mm f4L IS. According to most it’s tack sharp and great entry into primes for sports, but is limited by it being a prime. That’s fine for baseball, but I like some versatility when I shoot sports like soccer. I can also throw on a 1.4x TC and get a 420mm f5.6 (this combo makes the older 400mm f5.6L useless since it is optically older and has no IS).

Option two is the Canon 100-400 f4.5-5.6L IS version I (the older push/pull version). From what I’ve seen it is the more versatile and run-and-gun option(I would get a lot more use out of this in situations other than sports), but it’s just ok optically. Most agree it’s pretty smooth in the corners and I wouldn’t dare but a TC on it if that was the case. Its IS system is very old as well and only offers 2 stops of IS. I have also seen the version 2 but it is out of my price range.

I think I would love the 300 and 1.4 combo, but I’m not sure of what else I would ever use it for besides sports, where as with the 100-400 I think I would get a lot more use out of it because it’s far more versatile. I know the main purpose is for sports, but it would be nice for it to be able to work in other situations too. So which setup should I go for?

I currently shoot on an (ancient) T2i. I would eventually like to get a newer camera body, but I have no idea what the current lineup looks like now. Are the lower numbers (R, R3) better than the R6 and R8?

Also, how does some of the workhorse DSLRs like the 5D and 6D compare to the mirrorless cameras? I currently shoot mainly on a 24-70 and a 75-300. I have a nifty fifty that i seldom use also; I forgot about the crop sensor magnification when I bought it.

I mainly shoot portraits and events, but do also capture some landscape (not as often as portraits) and wildlife when I travel (usually twice a year). My current set-up on my R8 is:

• RF 28-70mm f/2.8 STM (recently bought 2nd hand)
• RF 50mm f1.8 STM (planning on selling)
• RF 35mm F/1.8 Macro STM (unsure if I should sell, as I do like the idea of having the macro and extra stop of aperture, but I don't think I'd ever take any true macro photos, besides close-up product photos - which I believe can be done with my 28-70 lens?
• Tamron EF SP 70-300mm f/4-5.6 (with an adaptor) - looking to sell this and instead buy the RF 100-400 f/5.6-8 USM - very mad at myself since I saw one on fb marketplace for $800 AUD and didn't get it :(

So basically, am wanting to keep my RF 28-70mm f/2.8 STM, sell my two primes and buy a RF 100-400 f/5.6-8 USM

I am a paid photographer (not my full time job), but not professional wedding level, and definitely not at the level or budget to buy L glass.

Any advice is appreciated :)

For a R5ii. One would be around 1900g, the other 2300. How much difference are between them?

Hi, I've started doing wildlife photography more or less 5 months ago and, taking advantage of spring's start I wanted to try doing some bug macro.

I currently have an EOS 100D with 2 lenses that have (at least that's what I saw online) some macro capacity(The EF-S 55-250mm IS II and the EF-S 18-55mm IS STM) and an old Speedlite that my mom passed on to me.

What else do I need?

Hi there, I thought Iid reach out and see if there was anyone out there who could help me with the biggest camera issue I have faced to date.

I just got my lens repaired but the focusing screen on my cannon 6d fell out and is broken and useless. In the past I could just buy the part online and replace it but now Canon has stopped carrying the part.

I truly am asking anyone for help even if you may have an old one laying around or one in a camera you don't use anymore, Im holding out hope ¨̮

Hi! I’m looking to upgrade my camera and would really appreciate some advice.

I’m currently using a Nikon D60 (from 2008) with a Tamron 18–200mm lens. I actually like the results, but I need a lot of light to get good quality images, and it’s starting to feel limiting—especially in low light and overall performance.

I’d say I’m at an intermediate level. I shoot both photo and some video, and I want something I can grow into, not just a beginner camera.

So far I’ve been considering:

• Sony a6700 (mainly because of video)
• Canon EOS R50 (more budget-friendly)

But I’m not sure what’s actually worth it in 2026.

My budget is around $900 USD (maybe a bit flexible), so I know something like the a6700 might be out of reach unless I find a good used deal.

Also, I’ll be traveling to Orlando in a month, so I’m thinking about buying it there — not sure if that’s a good idea or where to look (Best Buy, used stores, etc.).

What would you recommend in this situation?

• Should I prioritize body or lenses?
• Is it better to go Sony for lens ecosystem long-term?
• Any specific models I should look at (even used)?

Thanks!

I am looking to upgrade from my T7i.

I currently use (primarily) a sigma 150-600mm for wildlife photography from a boat. I am looking for superior auto-focus and a budget-friendly option. Ideally, I would like a body that also works with EF lenses.

I am leaning slightly towards the R10. Any other suggestions?

We have a 7d. He needs a new lens and was thinking about the SIGMA 17-50mm F/2.8 EX DC OS HSM. He also has the 70-200 from canon so it’s not his only lens.

He’s mainly shooting sports and emotions at sporting events. He’s 15. He’s got some great shots already and is getting great advice from others. He’s getting clients and having fun.

As a dad I want to make sure he’s one the right track. So… that lens? Good stuff? It seems so…

The camera, I know he should have better. I’m thinking the next step may be the mk2 but what’s the advice you guys have for a young budding photographer that won’t break the bank since this may just be a fad…

Thanks!

And PW if you see this, I’m just looking out for you!

Hi, all. Looking to sell my Canon R5 and I’ve been asked to check the shutter count. Is there a way to do this for free on MacOS or via the camera itself? I’m getting a lot of conflicting info and redirects to dodgy download sites.

I remember doing this relatively easily a few years ago for my old 5 Mark II.

I am going away to Granada and Sevilla in July, I have an r6 what would be a good lens to buy to take I’m not looking to break the bank max budget would be around £1k. So I would ideally be looking at the used lens market. Would love to capture some architecture, street photos but also some portraits and candid snaps of my family.

Edit I have a canon r6 currently with a 16mm lens

I’ve recently upgraded from a 500D to a R50, night and day difference! Feels like I’m cheating with the AF.

It came with the RF kit lens, but I’ve basically not touched it. Been using my 24mm EFS pancake, 50mm EF, and 55-250 EFS IS II using the adapter.

Ideally I’d like to get the size down by ditching the adapter. I’ve come across the Sigma 18-50 2.8, and this seems like it might be a great option to replace my two primes and keep the adapter on the telephoto.

Does anyone have any experience with moving from primes to a zoom lens? Or should I just stick with the adapter and primes I have, and put the money into a flash? Mainly taking photos of my young kids, lots of which is indoors.

Thanks!