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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: Leica M10 HD video @ photokina...

« on: May 11, 2012, 03:00:56 PM »

Not needed.  A friend of mine has an M9, and did the M8 before that.  The problem is that it's always a compromise, either in quality for other things, or price.  I think Leica already has enough of an exclusive club - might as well get a MF setup at this price point.

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Software & Accessories / Re: Backpack for photoequipment and hiking

« on: May 11, 2012, 12:41:52 PM »

You're most likely not going to find the 'perfect bag'.  You may want to go the traditional backpack route, and get protectors specific to the lenses you're taking.  That way you can add and subtract without needing a new bag, AND you get a bag that was designed for hiking to begin with.

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Lenses / Re: Why is this soooooooo difficult.......

« on: April 25, 2012, 01:10:32 AM »

Read Rogers write up on the different crop wide angle lenses  - http://www.lensrentals.com/rent/canon/lenses/wide-angle/canon-ef-s-10-22mm-f3.5-4.5

You'll want a digital crop lens, and there are no 'L' lenses made to that spec.  A FF L is going to have a crop factor, so a 8-15mm F4L is a fish on a FF, but only a touch fishy on a crop.

It'll never be easy, since lenses are a series of trade offs between focal length, aperture, image quality and price point.  And those sliders keep moving with every shoot.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Puchasing 5D III off of Craiglist

« on: April 24, 2012, 07:57:39 PM »

I've always wondered why there isn't a publicly available way to check the s/n against a 'stolen' list.  I would only worry if they'd purchased it with a stolen card, got it and are now flipping it.  Even if there was a receipt, if the transaction later on is discovered to be fraudulent, would you have an issue getting warranty service?

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon, STOP shipping defective products!!!

« on: April 24, 2012, 01:11:31 PM »

Does the 'light issue' appear when using mirror lock up?  I can't recall and don't have my own to test

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EOS Bodies / Re: What will be the response to the D3200?

« on: April 19, 2012, 01:19:36 PM »

Canon will do what Canon has always done - let Nikon do their thing, and shortly there after, release something that crushes Nikon's hopes and dreams.  I've always wanted Bluetooth on my dSLR - remote trigger or time laps, or even better, use bluetooth for the monitor headset for video - maybe this nub will be outclassed by having it built-in..

A 7DmkII would be great,

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Software & Accessories / Capture One 25% off

« on: April 13, 2012, 01:00:20 AM »

Both the Pro and Express are discounted - $224.25 and $74.25 respectively. License works for Mac's or PC's

http://www.mupromo.com/deal/1828/capture-one-pro  Expires on 4/22

http://www.phaseone.com/en/Image-Software/Capture-One/Pricing.aspx

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EOS Bodies / Re: How about an app store for EOS cameras?

« on: April 11, 2012, 12:46:39 PM »

I would actually be more in favor of Canon doing a 'Kickstarter' type thing for a few of their dev's, with matching percentages.  So we as a user base could have 'asks', the dev's could put a price on it, Canon could say 'we'll cover $X' and as a group we could buy in.  Access would have to be limited somehow (firmware expansion is registered to a SN, with a build on demand per SN registered).

This would allow for things to be under NDA, supported in the event you send in for service, popular features could be worked back into the mainline, and fringe features done at a cost.  It would also allow for an 'enhanced' firmware that could be sold state-side, over 30min video for example, while not incurring the VAT.

For example, I would pay for the ability to use my iPad as a full on tethered control pad.  The ability to pick your exposure bracketing, or use the iPad for AF control, pure bliss.  Most people would want this, but enough to pay for the development?  I think so

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Advice for checking a used 5Dmk2

« on: April 05, 2012, 01:59:10 PM »

With all the new mk3's out there, I'm going to snag a used mk2 on the cheap (and I won't be the only one).  What advice or process would you use to look at a used body?  Shutter count doesn't really matter if the unit was mainly a video rig.  Checking for hot pixels is key, but how can I test a camera in 10-15min prior to handing over $1,600 cash?

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Software & Accessories / Re: Black Rapid versus Spider Holster for travel photography?

« on: March 22, 2012, 04:53:07 PM »

I know your pain in deciding - at this point I've got a single BR strap, but may go forward with the Spider simply because if I have a back pack on, I don't want to have to take it off to get out of the BR strap (you'd have to wear it under the backpack.  The catch is that what ever pack I use, it can't have any type of belt on it.  Now if you are in a place that's really warm, the idea of wearing a belt may not mesh with your style or comfort.  Either one is going to suck if you're crawling around to get a shot.

Questions I have that would impact this include, what lenses are you taking, what about a second body, are you using a backpack or such, are you going alone or with a partner, where are you going to be - are there local security concerns, weather of where you'll be - rain protection.  There is no magic bullet for possible solution, and you may want to just purchase both, so you can decide later.

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Lenses / Re: ef 35L on crop - experiences?

« on: March 18, 2012, 01:12:35 PM »

You will not question a decision to purchase the 35L.  We'll all agree on that point.  Based on your comments, I'd suggest looking at the 24L - not sure if mkII will be needed on a crop - for the weather sealing.  Or for the EF-S zoom, the 17-55 F2.8 - L in every thing other than name.  I too purchased the 35/2 lens as a first prime, and have done rental 35L and 24L when it was needed.

Any of these 3 lenses will make you really happy, and most can be purchased used, kept for a year and sold for the same price if you decide to change it up.

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Lenses / Re: New prime lenses for wedding/events

« on: March 17, 2012, 03:06:15 PM »

Start by renting / borrowing the Canon 200/2 lens.  You loved it on the Nikon, now see what it does on your 5dII. 

Then check out the new 24mm and 28mm 2.8IS lenses if you can wait for June - or later   - it may be just want you need for indoor shots.

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Lenses / Re: Lens Issue: 10-22 vs 16-35 vs 17-40

« on: March 16, 2012, 03:06:53 PM »

I highly recommend the 17-40 f/4 L. I shoot landscapes primarily, so I don't need the 2.8. You also can't beat the price. It's a steal in comparison to the 16-35.

+1 - Love my 17-40 especially when it's raining and I'm out with an old 1d mk II - keep raining, I don't care

Also consider the filter size - 17-40 is 77mm while 16-35 is 82mm (I think - only 2nd cup of coffee)

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Lenses / Re: Recommend me a lens that's better/more useful than a 50mm lens

« on: March 16, 2012, 03:03:47 PM »

So you're looking to get pit access - go for it but expect to hear no more than yes.  Depending on what body you have now, you may be better suited to a body upgrade and a light lens, rather than spending a lot on the lens.  Better performance at 6400ISO and higher will be critical.  You may want to wait for the new 24 or 28mm 2.8IS - since you're shooting hand held - both for the IS and that the DoF of F2.8 will be much better since you would be that close.

But all that said, the 50/1.4 is by far the widest lens & brightest at the cheapest price you'll ever get.  There's lots of them, and getting a used one is a great first step for any photographer.  If you can't get into the pit, you can still shoot from the other side, and having the 50/1.4 or the 85/1.8 will both work out great.

I can only think that someone would part with the 50/1.4 when/if they go for the 50/1.2

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EOS Bodies / Re: Am I crazy to even think of switching to Nikon? Here's my gear...

« on: March 14, 2012, 06:23:43 PM »

Unless you're shooting an event that's got Nikon written anywhere - don't change anything.  Knowing your gear is more important than the details of it.

If you're shooting an event / wedding / etc where the check will say Nikon, add on an equipment rental fee and hire a second shooter who does Nikon for a living.  Ditto for Hasselblad, Pentax, Leica...