[toni-a]

Hi Toni, I have fast glass from 24-70L through a 300/2.8 L. Unfortunately my uw zoom vanished with my rebel kit Depending where I'm going I'll bring this gear with me. But I'm really looking for compact easy to carry around camera, but with the ability to get a quality shot when needed. In that aspect it's better to have the 55-250 in my backpack for when I need a longer lens than not having a larger zoom at all. Also, if you look at the multi lens kit I was referring to, they're pretty much giving you the lens.

 

I'm still leaning towards a mirrorless for the application I'm looking for. Even the mtf is catching my attention. My friend I mentioned above takes great street photography pics with his. I think part of it is it being so inconspicuous. People think it's a P&S. He has a couple of ultra fast lenses too.  

while mirrorlessis very attractive, I have several friends who tried it and switched back to SLR

try a mirrorless body before (seriously try it for a day or two not in the shop) if you feel comfortable with it of course go for it.

better spend some $$ renting a camera before buying it than having to resell