Hi everyone, I'm returning to photography after a long spell away from using my camera. With this renewed interest in photography I've purchased a new desktop pc (current one is 13+ years old and running Elements 5) which will run final choice of editing software you think would be best for a keen amateur. So far I'm considering Photoshop Elements 2024 and Premier Elements 2024, but would consider other software at around the same price point, especially if ease of use was a major factor. The next upgrade, after the pc, is a new camera to replace my EOS 70D, or maybe run alongside the new one. Budget wise would put the EOS R7 and the EOS R8 on my potential purchase list. I currently own the following lenses if this would aid making a choice on the new camera easier. Canon EFS 10-18mm IS, Canon EFS 18-200mm IS, Sigma 18-125mm 3.5-5.6 and Sigma 70-300mm F4.5-5.6. I am considering a longer lens 400mm - 600mm for nature and motor sport. There you have it, I'm looking for photo/video editing software and potentially the R7 or the R8. I look forward to your replies and advice. Thank you in advance. A recent photograph for the last motor show I went to. The Granada from the Sweeney TV show.
Nice image of an Escort. But with buying gear. Just use what you have at the moment, and upgrade one thing at a time instead of going out and doing a bulk purchase. Try your gear, and see where you think that you are lacking with. Keep your 70D and use it. Keep your lenses and use them. See which ones you like, and see which ones you don't like so much. Review your images, and consider if wider lens, longer lens, faster lens, etc would be of benefit to you. Start to relearn your skills, and enjoy yourself. Gary
PS Elements is a good one for the beginner. As for equipment. Use what you got. No reason to jump on the mirrorless band wagon just yet. You have fine equipment. No one can tell from your photos what equipment you use.
