Quote Originally Posted by JupiterBMW View Post
Ok everyone, I know this is ANOTHER camera thread... With our tax return on its way, the lady and I have decided its time to buy a new camera.
With new camera comes new tech, not necessarily better for particular purposes. You're lucky that you are now at the buying point and can wait for the imminent release of the new Canon before making your choice. I have the 17-85 and it's a very good all-around lens for a crop-factor camera. If I had to do it again, I would have socked away more bucks and gotten the 24-105L and 17-40L. Of course, budget and timing govern choices.

As for where to get your camera, I can recommend Unique Photo in NJ. They have awesome service and competitive prices. As with other "mail-order" places, you save on the sales tax when shipped to FL.

Good luck with figuring out "best" camera for you. Regardless, you'll be getting great equipment to learn on and to take your photos/videos.