OPCMember Sudipta Sinha
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If you are using R5, you can surely try RF100-500. I am sure you will not regret it. Sony and Canon are good brands and are in tough competition. High-end Sony bodies and lenses also pinch pocket a lot. If I were in your position, I would not sacrifice R5 to shift to SONY.
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In my opinion, A7III is better than A7c. Again A7C is good for video. But personally, I don’t like the viewfinder position. It also has only one card slot. If you can ramp up your budget, I would suggest A7IV. This is a great one. Similarly, Canon R6II is much superior.
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I suggest you go for a mirrorless. There are many options among full frame and APSC among Canon, Sony and Nikon. I can be more helpful if I know your approximate budget with a range.
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Considering your budget and requirement. I see only three options you can play with for the best results
1. Canon R8
2. Sony A7III
3. Nikon Z6II
You can research further on them
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It, of course, depends on budget, but I always prefer the original lens to the third party. Why don’t you see Sony 200-600? It is an amazing lens at a very reasonable price.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Nikon D850 Detailed Comparison (cameradecision.com)
Check this, if I were you, I would go for Z7II.
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I am Canon Guy, reasonably good idea about SONY but not much about NIKON.
However, one basic principle you can always follow these days
Mirrorless is the future. So, better invest in a Mirrorless system for the long term.
I am sure others will give you more insights on tech specs.
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While leaving India, I usually fill out a customs declaration form with all the equipment details. The Indian customs give me a certificate. That document allows me to travel seamlessly. I don’t know, but Qatar may have a similar system. You can get this from them. I pay no duties as all my purchases is legal and I am taking out those for personal use. I hope it helps.
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R8 is a mirrorless camera. Sigma or Tamron (both are good as per your budget), but they are built for Canon EF mount. So, you also need an EF to RF adapter.
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70-200/2.8 is always an excellent lens for its variability and sharpness. If you are seriously into wildlife, 200-500 will give you the range. It is a difficult choice. Ultimately you will need both. You can choose, considering your budget. I will probably go with 200-500 first (as I did the same, but I am with Canon).
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I always prefer the manufacturer’s lens rather than a third-party lens. It has certain advantages technically. The compatibility with firmware updates is easy to handle. Sony 200-600 is a superb lens; I have used it (not mine, but from my friend). It is awesome. The Tamron 150-600 is good also (again, I used my friend’s gear). However, it suffers from chromatic aberration.
As you plan to update your body to A9, I recommend Sony Lens, which is not too expensive. However, the budget is yours. So you may want to save some money with Tamron. But the difference between them is not too much. Either way, you can capture great shots. Good luck. -
So nice of you to remember. Enjoy shooting with great sharpness
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@Rachna, the budget is very tight, considering the camera and lens. The full-frame mirrorless starts from 1.5 only. And 400/600 prime lens starts from 10L+. If I assume you are looking for a zoom lens. Then Canon 100-400 5.6-8 is cheaper (within 60K). Then you can go for R8 (full frame) or R7 (APSC) within 1.5L. R10 is again another cheaper option (1.1L). With these combos, you may be able to manage under 2L. You may do some R&D on the internet about these. Connect for any further help.
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Thanks a lot, sincerely apreciate
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Mostly mammals, close-up shots and low-light photography, 70-200 is a great option. For birds, it’s not suitable unless it is cooperative and nearby.
