I've been contemplating replacing my 20D with a 40D ever since the 40D's release. I would also like some better glass, particularly the EFS17-55 F2.8 IS lens that has recently been released.
That has all changed with the news that there is a new 5D model on the way. Given that replacement models generally hit the market at the same street price as the displaced models it's probable that the 5D2 will sell for somewhere between $3-$4K, and hopefully closer to the $3K mark.
There in lies the dilemma ; wait for the 5D2 (or whatever Canon finally decide to call it), or take the 40D and buy the EFS 17-55 lens. The 5D2 should, by all accounts (rumours), have all the niceties of the 40D along with a 16Mp full frame sensor. So there are several alternatives.
1. Stick with the 20D, until it's resale value has evaporated and buy the 17-55 IS Lens.
2. As above but buy the full frame compatible 24-105 L IS lens which is has the added advantage of being dust proof.
3. Buy nothing and wait to see how affordable the 5D2 is.
4. Buy the 40D and 17-55 F2.8 IS lens.
5. Buy the 40D and 24-105 L IS Lens.
At this stage I'm tempted to keep the 20D and go for the 24-105 L glass, then wait and hope the 5D2 is affordable.
What would you do???
