The Review Has Been Posted
I took the new 70-300L on safari with me and really fell in love with the lens.
I tried to point out a few things that may annoy some people, most things were small issues.
*Correction*
I updated the review to let you know the Kenko Pro 300 DGX 1.4 teleconverter will work on the lens.
thanks jason
Another point of view
Acclaimed photographer Eric Meola gives some brief thoughts on the new 70-300L as well.
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DPReview
DPReview has completed their review of the Canon PowerShot S90.
Final Word – DPR
Photographers looking for a serious, pocket-friendly, compact camera haven’t had a lot to choose from, and the S90 offers the first real competition to Panasonic’s LX3, the success of which almost certainly led Canon to revive the long-running and much missed ‘S’ series. I may not have liked it when I first used it, but I soon found myself picking it up every time I went out the door.
It is, above all else, a great walkaround camera, capable of results (particularly at lower ISO settings) that most serious photographers would be more than happy with. The control system encourages photographic experimentation (unlike so many compacts, which simply make it too painful to work manually), but the automatic systems are also reliable – and intelligent – enough to give you great results if you prefer to just ‘point and shoot’. The tiny body might not make for particularly good handling, but it’s small enough to carry anywhere and the image quality it produces rarely disappoints.
Read More: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canons90/
CR’s Take
I own this camera and love it for the most part. My biggest gripe with it is the same as DPRs; the backwheel gets spun too easily.
The solution Canon?
How about a firmware update to add a back wheel lock to the “S” button on the back. I could do away with a quick access to ISO for a back wheel lock.
I have the camera set up to have aperture on the front ring and exposure comp on the back wheel for those keeping score.
Canon Canada Rebates
The Canon Canada rebates begin on April 15, 2010.
More Info: http://www.canonrumors.com/2010/03/canon-canada-rebates-3/
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It’s Done
DPReview has completed their review of the T2i.
Conclusion Snippet:
Despite our (very minor) complaints, the EOS 550D is a very satisfying camera, and certainly offers the most compelling feature set of any nominally ‘entry level’ DSLR that we’ve used. It isn’t just about spec though – the 550D’s refined handling and excellent supplied software suite should not be overlooked. Although it doesn’t represent a huge improvement over the 500D, the changes that have been made are worthwhile, and well-implemented. An external mic socket, manual control and wide choice of resolutions and frame rates means that the 550D is worthy of consideration for serious video use, and when paired with a high quality lens, image quality is superb.With all this taken into account, it is hard not to recommend the EOS 550D. Quite simply, taken as a whole, it is the best camera of its class that we’ve ever seen, and one of those rare cameras that won’t look out of date in a couple of years’ time.
Read More: http://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canoneos550d/
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The Digital Picture
Bryan has completed his review of the Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS II.
Quote from TDP
I consider the Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS II USM Lens to be the second most important lens in my kit with the first being a more general purpose lens in focal length range. It is not an inexpensive lens, but it is very worth the price in my opinion – and very worthy of its red ring. While this is a completely pro-grade lens, you definitely do not have to be a pro to appreciate it. Get the “II”!
More Reviews
If you haven’t already, be sure to read Justin’s review of the lens here at Canon Rumors.
EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS II Stock
B&H Photo has them in stock @ $2499
Adorama has them in stock @ $2499
Both are currently closed for passover and will ship when they open back up.
*UPDATE* Jeff Ascough and his “stealth” rangefinder
A few people have commented and emailed me thinking he’s setting up an April fools joke.
Sounds plausible.
It’s an early April Fool’s joke. He’s written about the AF performance. Enough said!
Nice one Jeff.
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Canon PowerShot G11
Highly Recommended (Just)
DPReview has completed their review of the Canon PowerShot G11
Conclusion…
“….The G11 combines some of the best compact camera image quality with excellent levels of manual control, an optical viewfinder, flip-out screen, raw capability, superb battery life, flexible lens range and the ability to mount dedicated flashguns. It may not be the smallest camera out there (in fact it’s one of the largest to use such a small sensor), but, if you can live with the compromises this all-round ability brings, then there’s little that can touch it.”
Read The Complete Review: http://www.dpreview.com/….
I’ve played around with one, but not enough to give it a decent review. I know it’s photographer’s point and shoot, but I still wish it had at least 720p video. I guess they have to give us a reason to buy a G12 next year.
Canon does a pretty good job of not screwing up successors (there have been a couple), the G11 holds true to that standard.
$449 G11 @ Adorama
$439 G11 @ Amazon
$439 G11 @ B&H
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The Review
Here’s a head to head review of Nikon’s D5000 & Canon’s T1i.
Conclusion snippet
“This finds us in a familiar spot. The best camera of the two is really a camera that combines the features we like of both. Another “it depends,” but we find ourselves leaning towards the Nikon D5000 for a few reasons……..”
Read More: http://www.h2hreviews.com/….
thanks H2H
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Nice lens
DPReview has completed their indepth review of the new L macro. I haven’t had the chance to play around with one yet.
From DPR
“Overall, then, the EF 100mm F2.8 L IS USM Macro is an easy recommendation if you’re looking for exceptional image quality regardless of price. However potential buyers do need to appreciate that the increased cost over its older stablemate appears to pay mainly for the Hybrid IS system, which despite its clever technology isn’t hugely useful for actual close-distance macro work. Of course it’s still a great benefit for general-purpose shooting, which mustn’t be underestimated, and the new Hybrid technology appears to be a step in the right direction; but the marriage between macro and stabilization remains an uneasy one.”
http://www.dpreview.com/lensreviews/canon_100_2p8_is_usm_c16/
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Weee
I can’t believe I’m seeing so few cons for a Canon camera at DPReview. They loved it! They really loved it!
Read it: http://www.dpreview.com/news/0911/…….
G11 Review Delayed
I wanted to rewrite a bunch of it and do some large prints. It’ll be up before the weeks ends.
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Our first
So here is our first review of a camera.
The review is simple and to the point. There is nothing scientific about what I’ve done. I’m basically giving you my opinion of the camera and what I noticed after a couple of days shooting with it. There are lots of places around the web that will give you insane amounts of samples and tests.
I’m trying to convey what you’ll experience when you walk into a retail store and try the camera out for 10 minutes and what to pay attention to.
I will update the review over time and I’ll look to improve the flow of it.
There is now a new button on the menu for mini reviews. The 7D is now there.
http://www.canonrumors.com/canon-eos-7d-mini-review/
Do check the part about the 8fps, I’m sure this “issue” is going to come up a lot. Thanks to Dan Carr for his insight on the matter.
7D’s in the USA
I have confirmation that Adorama is now shipping 7D’s.
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1Ds Mark III is still a good camera!
A newish web site Photocrati has just published a new review of the 1Ds Mark III. The review was done by Jack Neubart (author of Photographer’s Exposure Handbook and contributing editor at Shutterbug).
Summary
There are cameras out there that are faster and smarter, but sometimes what you need is a workhorse camera. And this 1Ds Mark III, my friends, is a workhorse designed to stay the course.
Read More: http://www.photocrati.com/canon-eos-1ds-mark-iii-review-field-test-report/
thanks Erick
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