Canon 30D to a 7D

[RichL]

I am thinking about upgrading my Canon 30D to a Canon 7D. Primary reason is the ability to shoot at 8fps. Has anyone else made this switch and if so, was it worth it? Thanks.

[candleman]

what framerate does the 30D and what do you shoot that you want 8fps?

the 7D is a good camera in any case.. that would be my choise if i was on that side of the fence.

[RichL]

Mostly football pictures of my sons, that is why I wanted to upgrade. The 30D is at 3FPS.

[OsmosisStudios]

The 7D will also give you more MP, better high-ISO noise levels and overall better image quality. its not jut the framerate.

[candleman]

Originally Posted by OsmosisStudios

better high-ISO noise levels and overall better image quality. its not jut the framerate.

thats the main reason i'd go for the 7D ...its a solid performer at a reasonable price.

OP. you just need to evaluate what you want and why... a 30D may be good enough.
if you dont know why, or cant demonstrate that your current gear cant keep-up... its unlikley an upgrade is a necessity.. but its always nice to have though.

[ClassicBeth]

I still shoot with a 30D as well. It gets 5 fps if you turn it to high speed. 3 fps is the low speed option. Just toggle through the options until you see the "H" next to the little squares icon. I use a SanDisk Extreme III CF card to take full advantage of the rapid fire. I can get 11 or 12 RAW shots in a row until the memory gives out and pauses before the next picture. Cheaper cards are definitely slower. 5 frames per second is not too shabby. But, hey, if you want a new camera (and have the money, of course) buy a new camera!!