Window user swapping to MAC

I have a desktop computer and I have been saving for a MBP for over 18 months now and I'm ready to take the plunge since the new refresh.
I want to get as much bang for my buck so that I can get a good length of use out of it before I feel I need to trade up again. For that reason I am settled on an i7 as opposed to the i5 and will get a 7200 hard drive.
My question goes out to seasoned laptop users. Do I get a 15" or 17" screen. Cost is not a massive issue for me as the difference in price if I buy through my employee program is about £165 ($240 ish) and I think if I look at that extra cost over the life time of the computer it is minimal.
I will be using the MBP for the usual - email, internet, itunes, word processing ect. I am also getting into amateur photography / video so will be using it for Photoshop ect. I'm not in need of ultra portability as I would use the MBP either on my lap or at a desk, occasionally at other locations.
Will I really appreciate the extra screen size when working with my photos? Will the extra size be cumbersome?
Thanks

I'm not in need of ultra portability as I would use the MBP either on my lap or at a desk, occasionally at other locations.
I would go with the 17" then. You won't regret it.
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