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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: SL1 or Fuji X-EX1 or Sony Nex 6?? Would like your thoughts

« on: May 21, 2013, 01:29:01 PM »

G15, Sony RX100, Panasonic LX7, Panasonic GF5, Oly PM1, Nikon J1, Nex F3 and 5R, Sony A57. These are all gone

Fuji X10 - and yes, I prefer it to RX100, though technically it's not better...

I've been thinking about buying a RX100.  Almost everybody seems to love them, just curious what you didn't like about it.

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Canon General / Re: Seeking advice for corporate sporting event gear

« on: May 20, 2013, 05:18:44 PM »

I think in this situation, less is more.  I would bring the 5DMIII, the 70-200, and either the 24-70 or the 50mm. 
Less is more.

I agree, the 70-200 and 24-70 would be exactly what I would bring

Agreed!  70-200 and 24-70 will cover everything you need.  I've done five similar events for my employer (400-500 participants) and have used lenses that cover these focal lengths with great success.  Last year I used my 7D with 15-85mm and 70-200mm lenses and didn't need anything else.  I used the 70-200 two-thirds of the time and the 24-70 the remaining third.  This year I plan to use my 6D with 24-105mm and 70-200 2.8 II.

I used a P&S for a backup and fortunately didn't need it.

Good luck!

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Unimpressed with 6D + 24-105. Am I doing something wrong?

« on: May 20, 2013, 02:29:30 PM »

Maybe I should rent another lens. Any recommendations on a lens to really show what the 6D is capable of, IQ wise?

The 24-70 2.8 II is recognized as Canon's best normal zoom lens. 

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Am I crazy to sell my Canon gear?

« on: May 20, 2013, 08:18:41 AM »

Yes ... You are crazy to sell your Canon gear ... Especially because two months back you were seeking advice as to how to improve your gear -
Give it 6 months and if you don't find yourself craving for the DSLR IQ, Sell your gear.

+1. Give it some time and live with your gear.

+1 Give you current gear at least 6-9 months before moving in a different direction.  If you have only had your 5Dc for 2 months, that's not enough time for a real evaluation.

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Lenses / Re: Telezoom lens (70-300L vs 70-200 vs 100-400)- Advice

« on: May 19, 2013, 08:00:22 AM »

From everything you write the 70-300L is your lens

I agree.

You should also think about what it is you may be shooting in the future, if you think you may get into sports or shoot 70-300 in poor light then that is when the 70-200 f/2.8 is ii may be best, but for now I would think the 70-300L f/4.5-5.6 IS USM is your best bet.

+1  The 70-300L is your best combination of compact size and great IQ.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: SL1 or Fuji X-EX1 or Sony Nex 6?? Would like your thoughts

« on: May 18, 2013, 08:11:52 AM »

The viewfinder was decent, much preferred to the Electronic viewfinder on the EOS-M and other ILC's.

EOS-M does not have an "Electronic viewfinder"

Sorry, I should have stated that differently.  I've never actually seen or tried an M, but have tried competing Sony and Nikon ILC's. 

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: SL1 or Fuji X-EX1 or Sony Nex 6?? Would like your thoughts

« on: May 17, 2013, 11:52:32 PM »

I tried an SL-1 out yesterday at Best Buy and liked the compact size and placement of controls.  The viewfinder was decent, much preferred to the Electronic viewfinder on the EOS-M and other ILC's.

It's really small, makes the other Rebels look huge by comparison.  With a 40mm pancake lens, its extremely compact.  With a more versatile EF-S 15-85mm its a nicely balanced and small enough to take anywhere.

I'm seriously thinking about selling my 7D, which I seldom use anymore,  replacing it with a SL-1.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Lens for European Trip

« on: May 17, 2013, 06:46:19 PM »

I think that you will be fine with either for both cities and landscapes. I would probably choose the 24-105, just from the point of having a bit more focal length to play with.

+1
How about a good pocket P&S also? Not much weight and could extend your focal range. The 50X Canon PS SX50 HS gives good IQ and tremendous super telephoto range.

Post some photos when you get back.

+1

35mm of added reach and IS.  If you plan to do lots of low light photography I would take the 24-70 2.8.

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Lenses / Re: Who has pre-ordered or will order 200-400

« on: May 15, 2013, 10:53:22 PM »

I want one, but have the same chance of every getting one as buying a new Ferrari - zero! :

This is just a hobby for me, I couldn't justify the expense - to myself or my wife - even if I were considerably richer.

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Lenses / Re: 50 f1.4 vs 85 f1.8.....

« on: May 15, 2013, 10:35:18 PM »

I'll order the 50mm 1.4  next week.

Canons 50 1.4 is a very good lens and excellent value.  It will be a very nice addition to your kit now and will still be useful after you buy a FF camera body.

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Lenses / Re: EF 24-70mm F2.8 L ver 2 or 3 Prime Lens

« on: May 15, 2013, 09:22:31 AM »

I'd go with the 24-70 2.8 II.  But, adding at least one fast prime in this range for low light photography would be a good idea.  A 35mm or 50mm would be my preference.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Canon SL1 sensor a step back?

« on: May 15, 2013, 09:19:18 AM »

This camera is not meant to be in the same categories as the 7D and 60D...can't compare it as such.

Yes, but there has to be an reason to buy this body. And if there is an little difference in money between the 60D 650D... and the 100D, but an big difference in the IQ, I doubt this model will be an cash cow for Canon.

But it should have the equal IQ od the 650D. And it isn´t....

I'm not convinced this review is valid.  The sensor is the same as other recent Canon APS-C bodies, the IQ should be the same or slightly better.

I'll believe the image quality is worse when I see it from an established, reputable reviewer.

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Reviews / Re: The Digital Picture Reviews the Tamron 24-70

« on: May 14, 2013, 02:47:36 PM »

I was seriously considering buying this lens, debating between it and the Canon 24-70 2.8 II.  But, this review along with experience of others with bad copes has made rule out buying the Tamron. 

The copy Photozone (http://www.photozone.de/canon_eos_ff/741-tamron2470f28eosff) tested was very good and Dustin Abbot
http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=11251.0 has a very good copy.

However, TDP had to go through 3 lenses before getting a good one.  A friend of mine who is a professional wedding photographer purchased one from B&H.  He has received and returned 4 lenses and still has not received a decent copy.  All had AF issues and the others were sharp on one side and soft on the other.  Once lens front focused badly and was not correctable at AFMA +20.  Sounds like Tamron has some serious QA issues...

Personally, I don't want to go through the hassle of trying to find a good copy.  I could get lucky, but evidence says the odds are against it.

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Technical Support / Re: Why am I receiving "Access Denied - Security Block" to some posts?

« on: May 14, 2013, 09:14:30 AM »

I just got blocked for the first time.  Very tame, inoffensive reply!

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 40D vs. 6D AF

« on: May 11, 2013, 09:53:02 PM »

I upgraded from a 550D and 7D to a 6D and am very happy with that decision.  The 6D's 11-point AF system is certainly good enough for what I shoot.  I shoot mostly kid/family shots, portraits, landscapes and kids sports. 

Unless you are doing a lot of fast action sports and wildlife photography, I think you will not have a problem with the 6D's AF system.  I use the center point most of the time, but the off-center points work well also.

BTW, the 6D and 135L are a terrific combo.  I use this pair for most of my portraits and for plenty of sports photography also.  Awesome lens!