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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Canon 1D Mark IV
« on: January 22, 2013, 05:19:53 PM »
Yes you can. You need to find shops that still have stock.
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: My next upgrade...
« on: January 20, 2013, 06:13:31 AM »Velbon makes some nice affordable tripods and monopods. And I agree fully with RickSpringfield that you should try them in a shop, see what you like etc.
The Sony RX100 has some great reviews as has the RX1. Some people here also talk none stop about the new Fujis such as the X100s and X-Pro2. I really like the look of the RX1.
As for a new camera, unless you have loads of cash, why not keep hold of the 7D and enjoy that for a couple more years. I try to make any tech I buy last 5 years or so. You still get great pics from your 7D and there will always be something better so why not hold off on that purchase.
Sell my 7D? Never. It's fantastic for shooting horse shows because of the crop factor and the FPS. But with portraits and landscapes it can start to fall behind. Maybe someday, when I can afford to upgrade to 1D, but not any time soon. I managed to save up $5,200 so that's what we're working with here.
I really am not sure where in my reply to you, you think I suggested you sell your 7D.
Regardless, you really should wait before buying a 5D Mark III to see if Canon are going to release a 7D Mark II and when. Could be a very interesting camera if they do.
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: My next upgrade...
« on: January 20, 2013, 12:59:27 AM »
Velbon makes some nice affordable tripods and monopods. And I agree fully with RickSpringfield that you should try them in a shop, see what you like etc.
The Sony RX100 has some great reviews as has the RX1. Some people here also talk none stop about the new Fujis such as the X100s and X-Pro2. I really like the look of the RX1.
As for a new camera, unless you have loads of cash, why not keep hold of the 7D and enjoy that for a couple more years. I try to make any tech I buy last 5 years or so. You still get great pics from your 7D and there will always be something better so why not hold off on that purchase.
The Sony RX100 has some great reviews as has the RX1. Some people here also talk none stop about the new Fujis such as the X100s and X-Pro2. I really like the look of the RX1.
As for a new camera, unless you have loads of cash, why not keep hold of the 7D and enjoy that for a couple more years. I try to make any tech I buy last 5 years or so. You still get great pics from your 7D and there will always be something better so why not hold off on that purchase.
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Pricewatch Deals / Re: Deal: Canon EOS 6D Bundles at B&H Photo
« on: January 18, 2013, 12:05:23 AM »Long time reader, first post. I bought the 6D + 24-105 kit from B&H 3 weeks ago, which is within the 30 day return window. Think they would honor this new price if I contacted them? Anybody had any luck in a similar experience?
Is best to ring them and ask. But, while they may not like it, if you are allowed to return it for no reason and without question, then I guess there is little that they can do.
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Lenses / Re: 2013 - The Year for 400mm Lenses? [CR1]
« on: January 17, 2013, 06:55:56 PM »If Canon were to release a new 400 f/5.6L with all the latest features (v. 4 IS, weathersealing, modern build quality and materials, better MFD, etc) what do you think the cost would be? I think it would have to remain below the price of a 70-200 IS II, but I could definitely see it coming close to $1800 or so given Canon's recent price structure.
Considering the 400L f/5.6 USM is around US$ 1300 and the 500L f/4 IS II USM is US$ 10,400ish and the 400L f/2.8 USM IS II is around US$ 11,000 then I would imagine that any new lens in the 400 f/5,6L range would be somewhere in the middle.
Don't forget that rather silly 100-400 with the built in extender is rumoured to cost a staggering US$ 10,XXX. Which imho is just mad.
But like someone said, if Canon were to do such a lens it is more likely to be f/4 than f/5.6 as most would want to stick a TC on it.
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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon Rumors is Touring Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
« on: January 17, 2013, 05:46:37 PM »
Why do I get the impression that there are people posting in this thread that work for/with Fuji in some capacity or other?!!
mvinson1022 - If you are going to do Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hue - Hoi An - Saigon - Siem Reap - Phuket, try not to miss Sapa in Vietnam. It is incredibly picturesque. Google it if you are not sure.
mvinson1022 - If you are going to do Hanoi - Halong Bay - Hue - Hoi An - Saigon - Siem Reap - Phuket, try not to miss Sapa in Vietnam. It is incredibly picturesque. Google it if you are not sure.
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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon Rumors is Touring Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
« on: January 16, 2013, 06:11:18 PM »This time of the year in Canada, its going to be a bit chilly as well. North Bay will be -25 C tonight. I expect CR guys problem is finding clothiing thats not too heavy.
Haha, yes -25 does seem rather chilly!! Ouch, I do not think I have ever experienced such temperatures. Over here cool means 16-17 C ;-)
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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon Rumors is Touring Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
« on: January 16, 2013, 05:35:12 PM »
CR - Don't forget it is quite cool (especially in the mornings and evenings) at some of the places you will be visiting. Not sure what it is like in Canada, but a think jumper may be in order.
How's the trip going?
How's the trip going?
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EOS Bodies / Re: It's the 15th!
« on: January 15, 2013, 10:29:19 PM »
Sorry to deflate your balloon but it is the 16th here, and nearly lunch time too.
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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon Rumors is Touring Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
« on: January 15, 2013, 08:56:17 PM »Nice,
I'm going to be doing a similar trip later this year, but I think I'll take my Fuji's
Stay safe and post pics and I expect a nice right up...
ET
Glad to hear you are coming over this way too ET. Just be sure to bring your good equipment, there are some truly amazing places to photograph. It is a very safe part of the world and believe me, you will regret it if you do not have your best equipment with you. :-)
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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon Rumors is Touring Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
« on: January 15, 2013, 07:55:23 PM »Tip to CR guys, if you can make your way to Preah Vihear, a temple a few hours north of Siem Reap it's very beautiful there. Southwest Cambodia around Kep is also very beautiful. Anywhere in the highland region in Vietnam is extraordinary, Da Lat as the most obvious, but remote areas in Dak Lak province is simply stunning. Even further north in Kon Tum. Qui Nhon on the coast of Vietnam. Clearly Hoi An of course. Mekong Delta in Vietnam is unique. Hue city in Vietnam will provide fantastic photo opportunities although the weather won't be the best at this time of year. Have fun there!
Well said. Sapa is another area of Vietnam which is supposed to be absolutely stunning. I have yet to go though.
There is so much to see and do CR guy, you may never leave!! ;-)
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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon Rumors is Touring Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
« on: January 15, 2013, 07:23:11 PM »I've traveled to hanoi and i think it's more beautiful than Ho chi minh city. Anyhow becareful going on Ha long Junk cruise "Boat Capsizes in Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay, Killing Foreign Travelers and Tour Guide
Read more: http://newsfeed.time.com/2011/02/17/boat-capsizes-in-vietnams-ha-long-bay-killing-foreign-travelers-and-tour-guide/#ixzz2I5lv21zP"
Have fun and be safe
Hanoi is more beautiful than Saigon, no doubt.
But surely you are not going to bring up every single accident there is - or has been - in this part of the world are you?! There are accidents and worse - probably more frequently - in global cities like London and New York.
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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon Rumors is Touring Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia
« on: January 15, 2013, 06:41:03 PM »
Have a fun and safe trip. Phakse in Laos may be an idea for one of those days you do not know where to go.
Anyway, enjoy this part of the world, and do not be afraid of street food - it is the best there is. Just use common sense and look for clean, busy stalls!
Good luck!
Anyway, enjoy this part of the world, and do not be afraid of street food - it is the best there is. Just use common sense and look for clean, busy stalls!
Good luck!
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Lenses / Re: 17-40 vs 16-35, which one got the mojo ?
« on: January 13, 2013, 06:18:25 PM »
Nice picture, BL.
I have the 17-40L and to be very honest, if I could go back in time, I would push my hands a little deeper in my pockets and get the 16-35L. It just gives more options.
Having said that I rarely use my 17-40L as it is not the type of photography I do at all. Still, given the chance I would get the 16-35L.
Sometimes it is difficult to see past the price tag especially when there are so few supposed differences. But, as the old saying goes, you get what you pay for.
I have the 17-40L and to be very honest, if I could go back in time, I would push my hands a little deeper in my pockets and get the 16-35L. It just gives more options.
Having said that I rarely use my 17-40L as it is not the type of photography I do at all. Still, given the chance I would get the 16-35L.
Sometimes it is difficult to see past the price tag especially when there are so few supposed differences. But, as the old saying goes, you get what you pay for.
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 6D weatherproofness, tested.
« on: January 13, 2013, 04:31:48 AM »
When you next put an unknown quantity such as weatherproofing to the test, you need to consider whether you can afford to lose your camera, and the money it will cost to buy a replacement. It is the same whether you are on a paid job, or merely out for the fun of it (or showing off to friends!), and regardless of whether it is a 6D, 5D Mark III or 1DX.
Plus, there is always some risk where boats are concerned, but that is something else entirely.
I can tell you that in the past I have had problems with different cameras from the amount of sweat that comes off me and saturates the back of the camera. I have had all sorts of problems with the buttons on the back, but eventually (can be days or weeks) it returned to normal.
Good luck with yours!
Plus, there is always some risk where boats are concerned, but that is something else entirely.
I can tell you that in the past I have had problems with different cameras from the amount of sweat that comes off me and saturates the back of the camera. I have had all sorts of problems with the buttons on the back, but eventually (can be days or weeks) it returned to normal.
Good luck with yours!