Good for you a wise and very economical choice. [Y]


You would know that the 7D has more than excellent video, users of this site that already own 5DMk2's have later gone on to purchase the 7D because it is the best sport and wildlife camera under $4500. Plus it is a very handy portrait camera.


Not in the same class as the 5D for low light, creative still life portraits, which seem to be your focus, so again wise choice.[Y]


All the best.