Is a used Canon 5D Mark II a good budget full-frame upgrade from a Rebel?
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My son has been shooting with a Canon Rebel for a few years and already owns a few Canon lenses. He wants to move to a full-frame Canon body and is considering a used Canon 5D Mark II because it seems like good value, although he would prefer a 5D Mark III. Is the 5D Mark II still a good choice as a budget full-frame upgrade, or should he look for a different Canon full-frame model instead? He may want to shoot some sports or other fast action.
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It's a good camera, but if he intends to shoot sport or any other fast action, I would suggest that he looks elsewhere. This camera has pretty mediocre AF system.
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A used Canon 5D Mark II can still be a solid budget way to move from a Rebel to full frame, especially if staying with Canon makes sense because of existing lenses. The main caution is autofocus: the 5D Mark II’s AF system is fairly limited by modern standards, so it’s not the best choice if he plans to shoot sports or other fast action regularly.
If his priority is full-frame image quality and general photography, the 5D Mark II can be good value. If fast-moving subjects are important, it would be better to look for a Canon body with a stronger autofocus system, such as a 5D Mark III if the budget allows.
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