whitey

Background: back in the day I used to annoy nikon/Kodak DSLR owners around here by telling them Canon was better. I recently bought a 5DMk3, and I still hate all things Nikon.

My advice - go the D800. It looks like a brilliant sensor from every test i've seen. I think the 5dmk3 will give you better video and better high iso, but personally think the new sony-built sensor trumps this.

Despite a recent serious investment in Canon glass, I'm seriously thinking of turning to the dark side and getting a D800E.

P.s. i've shot about 6000 frames so far with my 5dmk3 and i do love it...it's a good, well rounded package.  it's just that if you want pixels and dynamic range it's not the best camera for the job right now.

5D III vs D800 could be simple decision. Look into your lens bag what's compatible I wouldn't switch my lenses based on one camera generation for average pros and cons. As long as there is nothing substantial missing ...

I looked in the lens bag and it was all Canon. So the 5dmk3 is in the mail, along with the kit lens and some other random glass that seemed like it would look nice on the front of the new camera.

So Jolly...about that eTTL we were discussing...

Just ordered a 5D Mk3 and some new L glass from B&H yesterday. i really need to sell this strobe to help pay for the new gear. Plus I can't work out how to attach it to the Ewa-Marine anyway (gaffer tape works fine on the boat, but once in the water it's just not cool).

So lets make it a 10% discount off the original price. Sale has been slower than I hoped...but that's my final offer.