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Lenses / Re: Lightweight lens for backpacking and bicycle touring
« on: April 15, 2013, 08:30:53 PM »
Can't get much lighter than the 40 f/2.8 pancake :p.
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EOS Bodies / Re: What is missing from the 7DII specs
« on: March 30, 2013, 06:24:17 AM »
I'm a bit disappointed with the rumored number of AF points, but I was also disappointed with the 6Ds specs. I bought the 6D anyway, and am anything but disappointed. It would have to be a mini 1DX for me to consider getting another body. We will see 
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Should I sell my 7D for a 6D?
« on: March 23, 2013, 10:54:15 PM »
I sold my 7D to help finance my 6D purchase. I'm so glad that I did. Image quality is far superior in my opinion. For my style of shooting, I don't need 19 AF or the faster shutter. The only real issue I have is the lack of a pop up flash or some form of wireless transmission for my flash. Of course, now I don't need the flash anymore with the ISO performance :p
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Speedlites, Printers, Accessories / Re: Best diffuser for canon 430 ex II?
« on: March 22, 2013, 04:15:07 AM »
I've been using the Gary Fong lightsphere for awhile now. I've had pretty good results with it. I just got the rogue flashbender with softbox attachment. I'll try it out this weekend.
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Lenses / Re: Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG Sets New Benchmark for Excellence
« on: March 19, 2013, 06:20:59 AM »
Would the Sigma be noticeably better than the 24-105 on a 6D? Most of my photos of cosplay are between 24 and 35mm. I'm very happy with the 105 so far. I already have a 40 2.8 and a 50 1.4 so maybe I'm getting too redundant. Something about primes intrigues me though. I think I have this desire to take the sharpest photo ever . I'll consider renting one for my next event.
. I'll consider renting one for my next event.
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EOS Bodies / Re: Experiences with the 6D
« on: March 16, 2013, 04:19:50 AM »
I upgraded from the 7D to the 6D. Low light images are vastly improved. I don't really notice any difference in AF performance. I think the 7D AF was prob overkill for my shooting style. I mostly shoot events where it's fairly dark or where I need to shoot small aperture. I shot a car show mostly at f/8 and ISO 3200. I needed no NR except in shots where I messed up exposure and had to correct in LR. I have a grip so it fits my large hands better. I adapted to the lack of a joystick within the first hour, but I admit that I shoot the center point mostly anyway. I'm very satisfied with my purchase.
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6D Sample Images / Re: Photographs taken OF the Canon EOS 6D
« on: March 12, 2013, 01:00:53 AM »
Great pics. I love my 6D. I'm looking forward to renting a 300 f/4 IS for an upcoming event. I'm already in love with the 24-105. I'm still not sure which would be better for me. The 300 or the 100-400. I should have it figured out in 6 months. Thx for the pics.
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Lens Gallery / Re: Canon EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM
« on: March 04, 2013, 08:08:10 PM »
Cars!
1/80, f/8, ISO 6400, 28mm. (masking 57, sharpening 41, luminance 23)
Was using my landscape CP on this one, vignettes like crazy at 35 and wider. Need a slim CP.
1/80, f/8, ISO 2000, 35mm
1/30, f/8, ISO 1600, 24mm
1/125, f/5.6, ISO 3200, 35mm
1/80, f/8, ISO 6400, 28mm. (masking 57, sharpening 41, luminance 23)
Was using my landscape CP on this one, vignettes like crazy at 35 and wider. Need a slim CP.
1/80, f/8, ISO 2000, 35mm
1/30, f/8, ISO 1600, 24mm
1/125, f/5.6, ISO 3200, 35mm
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Lenses / Re: your goto everyday lens and why?
« on: March 04, 2013, 05:21:30 AM »
I'm using the 24-105. I have a 70-200 just in case. 2.8 glass is still a bit out of my price range. I'm hoping to upgrade to the 70-200 2.8 by next year though. The 40 is my body cap :p
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Lenses / Re: Canon 6D (Body Only) which lens to purchase?
« on: February 26, 2013, 06:21:16 PM »
The 24-105 is fantastic. Have to use lens correction for the wider range, but it's very good.
ISO 3200, f/8, 1/13, 35mm, Canon 6D
ISO 3200, f/8, 1/13, 35mm, Canon 6D
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Lenses / Re: lens recommendation soccer
« on: February 17, 2013, 08:52:08 PM »
I'm considering putting together a kit for reach with my 6D. I'm looking at the 300 f/4 IS with 1.4 or the 400 5.6. Im not sure which set up would give me the best sharpness. I'm also planning on shooting indoor events where I may not be able to get close to the stage, which is why I considered the IS. I'll be renting one of the lenses and was wondering if anyone had experience with either.
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 7D - Worth Buying ???
« on: February 15, 2013, 07:34:46 PM »
I upgraded from the 7D to the 6D. The 7D is still great, but I needed high ISO performance for events, and the 6D does not disappoint. In low light, it basically becomes a 1 point AF DSLR, but that one point grabs focus like a tractor beam . For my style, FF is the way to go.
. For my style, FF is the way to go.
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Software & Accessories / Re: 6D IOS remote app ?
« on: February 11, 2013, 06:35:22 PM »
I'm using it on the iPad mini. Works great once it's set up.
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Software & Accessories / Re: Anyone hooking tablets to the 5D3?
« on: February 11, 2013, 06:32:57 PM »
Is it possible to do this on my friend's 7D without jailbreaking a device? The camera adapter from apple makes it a snap to transfer photos, but no control or live view. I'm really liking the wifi control on the 6D, but I wonder if its the way of the future or a gimmick.
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Lenses / Re: Finally!
« on: February 05, 2013, 11:53:28 PM »
It's a great lens. Took some very sharp pics with the 7D. I've got a 6D now, and once the weather is less blah, I hope to get many more (and really give the 6D AF a test)