cobra84 Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Hi all, I've got the opportunity to buy my dads Canon 7D camera but was wanting to know if anyone recommends this camera for?I was looking at modded camera's and started looking at CCD's as well but i have a budget of no more than £350.Can anyone help?RegardsMark P.S i have a 150p skywatcher, EQ-3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staffs Oatcake Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 The 7D is an excellent camera. It's got most if not all of the features of the 5D mk2. But with an APS-C sensor instead f the full size 35mm sensor. Would I buy it. If I didn't already own an excellent Canon 40D, and a 350D, and the price was right then yes. And besides it can be used for lots of other things besides astrophotography. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owmuchonomy Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Aside from the camera, keep in mind that if you want to get into astrophotography you will need to upgrade from your EQ 3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wxsatuser Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Good camera, excellent ones on MPB with low shutter count go for around £439 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fenris Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 I have the 7D and am very please with it. That said i am looking for a 1000D or 450D that i can modify myself, but i know i will get another 7D when the one i have now dies (by then perhaps the Mk II has become affordable). I have no problem recommending 7D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ccolvin968 Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 I just bought a 7D yesterday used for $550 USD. (Included was two batteries and a battery grip. I got an AMAZING deal). I checked the shutter count and it was at 35k (next to nothing). I love it so far and will be using it for multiple different subjects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobra84 Posted January 18, 2016 Author Share Posted January 18, 2016 thanks all, I've gone for the 7D, cant wait to go pick it up and get started with some astrophotography.any one got any tips for setting wise for the 7D?I've bought a remote as well so I don't need to keep touching the camera. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjdawson Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 I've got a 30D and a 70D. The 70D is a fantastic piece of kit, so I can only imagine that the 7D will be even better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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