Which camera is better for portraiture? Video? Canon 5d or 7d?

Or by all means if you have another suggestion (Nikon or otherwise) suggest that to me as well.
I have been shooting portraits for the last two and a half years and have very much outgrown my Canon Rebel XT that I bought over three years ago I think! I've been shooting with a 50mm lens for portraits because I love the easy DOF it creates.
I so need to upgrade my camera for my portrait work... but I've also wanted to start getting into videography as well. For now I'd just be doing little projects, nothing too advanced, but which of these cameras, or any on the market (within this level range and price range) are best for video?
And which are best for portraits?
Or - what camera body do you suggest with a specific lens to serve my purposes?
Thanks so much for any suggestions.

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The price should give you an idea that the 5D MkII is probably going to be a better body in a few areas. One thing I would say is that your 50mm lens won't really be a portrait lens on the 5D (it's a full frame camera so you'll probably have to rethink the way you use your lenses). Canon have an 85mm f/1.8 for about $400....or if you really want to spend some money there is an 85mm f/1.2 L Series lens. I don't want to frighten you so I won't even mention the price.

What camera is better Canon 5D Mark II or Canon 1DX?

Q. For video and filming purposes.

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The Canon 5D Mark II would be your best bet. Takes beautiful shots and excellent videos. You can never be disappointed by this amazing camera. Its features include the following:

-21.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion, wide range ISO setting 100-6400.
-Includes Canon EF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM lens.
-DIGIC 4 Image Processor; high-performance 3.9 fps continuous shooting; Live View Function for stills.
-Full HD video capture at 1920x1080 resolution for up to 4GB per clip ; HDMI output.
-Updated EOS Integrated Cleaning System specifically designed to work with a full-frame sensor.

Anyone who can afford it must never hesitate in buying it because it is an amazing camera and will give extraordinary shots without a question. I suggest you read the opinions, of a top reviewer, over this camera here:

http://www.amazon.com/review/R1HX72PT9KPNWX/ref=cm_cr_pr_perm?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B001G5ZTLS&nodeID=&linkCode=&tag=famavca-20&sourceid=md.ds

The prices quoted here seem to be the best deals out of all other places i've looked:

http://www.amazon.com/Canon-EOS-5D-Mark-II/dp/B001G5ZTLS/ref=cm_rdp_product&tag=famavca-20&sourceid=md.ds

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Befor getting lens for my camera, can I use only the body of Canon 5d without lens?

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Yuval

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And I mean to make pictures and record videos without the lens - only the body of the 5d camera.
Another question - If I can use it without lens, how it'll be affected? No zoom? Or lower quality?
Thanks in advance, it's important for me.

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You so obviously need to take at least one class in photography before you get totally frustrated using a fully adjustable camera.

YES, the lens is what focuses the light on the sensor of the camera

What is the best camera with a removable lens?

Zombo

I am looking for one with a lot of features, and good ones too, I want it to also have a nice exterior look to it. It has to have video capabilities, with a microphone, cause I want to hear it right on the camera. I saw this nice feature called smile mode, where it automatically takes a picture when the camera detects the peron smiling.if there is one with that feature also, please tell me.

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By a camera with removeable lens I assume you are referring to an SLR.

There are currently 4 DSLR's that have a video mode none of which have a speaker built in. They are

Canon 5D MKII $2,700 body only.

Nikon D90 $1,000 body only.

Canon Rebel T1i $800 with 18-55mm lens.

Nikon D5000 $800 with 18-55mm lens.


The 5D MKII has face detection but smile mode is a feature for point and shoot cameras. Why buy a DSLR and use it as an expensive point and shoot camera. You need to learn how to use it manually if you want to get the most out of it.

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what's the difference between using a canon 5d mark ii for video as opposed to camcorders?

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yupyupyupd

i've seen a lot of people recommending the canon 5d mark ii to record video instead of regular semi professional camcorders like the Sony Handycam HDR-FX1000 that im interested in buying. what would be the better buy and why?

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You should go with Sony HDR-FX1000 High Definition MiniDV Handycam Camcorder

Experience high-quality, film-like motion with 24p progressive scan mode
CinemaTone Gamma and CinemaTone Color give your footage a film-like aesthetic
Features three 1/3-inch ClearVid CMOS image sensors with Exmor derived technology
Includes a 29.5mm wide-angle to 590mm telephoto G-lens with 20X optical zoom
Also comes with 3.2-inch Xtra Fine LCD and Optical SteadyShot image stabilization

What the best lens for a Canon 7D movie?

Oily skyes

I what to make a movie with a my canon 7D what lens would take the best quality possible? I would just like to know what the best would be for HD video.

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As someone who shoots both Nikon and Canon, I know what I'd use for both and quite frankly my answer is largely the same.

For a 7D, you'll want a fast (light sensitive) midrange zoom, a telephoto, and a normal lens. The lenses I'd use for the job are the EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8, EF 70-200mm f/2.8L or f/4L, depending on budget constraints, and finally a 35mm f/1.8. In a pinch, the 35 alone will suffice because it will, on your camera, capture effectively what your eye sees. It won't zoom, but just move as needed; you'll be pleased with the results that one lens alone, or with the other two, will deliver. The next person who answered recommended the 24-70. It's a great lens, for the 5D Mark II and other full frame bodies. On your 7D, it will hardly be wide at all and it'll cost you an arm and a leg, but at least it will work on full frame unlike the EF-S should you ultimately decide to upgrade. Hope I helped.

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