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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Spots on 5D2 RAW files?

« on: March 26, 2012, 10:41:18 AM »

@AnselA: You're probably right about the aliens.

@pixeljunky: What was your solution with the Pentax? Did you send it back?

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Spots on 5D2 RAW files?

« on: March 26, 2012, 10:21:38 AM »

UPDATE:

Some quick test shots with a different lens (24-105) show that the spotting only occurs at small apertures and longer exposures.

See f/4, f/16, f/22 comparisons. Definitely an issue on the 5D2 end...

Any ideas?

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Spots on 5D2 RAW files?

« on: March 26, 2012, 10:03:42 AM »

Wondering if anyone knows what would cause the spotting in the attached images. This is a RAW conversion with no adjustments other than to open in Ps and save as a small JPEG. I've shown the full image as well as a 100% crop of the affected area.

EXIF:

5D2
TS-E 24L II
B+W 82mm 010 UV Haze
RAW
ISO 100
f/16
2.5 sec

These spots only showed up on these exposures of the bridge (same spots on multiple exposures). Not apparent on other shots I've taken. No dust on anything.

All brand new gear. Only 150 snaps so far on the 5D2. Could the filter be causing this?

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Lenses / Re: Canon 200-400mm f4 lens - worth waiting for?

« on: February 21, 2012, 06:07:57 PM »

From what I've seen out of the N***n 200-400, it's pretty awesome. I wonder how many pro N***n shooters use this lens? Can anyone shed any light on that?

I suppose if it was that big a deal to Canon, they wouldn't have let N***n have complete share of that market for so long. Same might be said for the 14-24/2.8. I'd sure love to have four lenses to cover 14-200 at f/2.8 and up to 400 at f/4.

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Lighting / Re: Flash in sunlight?

« on: February 21, 2012, 10:43:24 AM »

Fpr a beginner eTTL mode would be a LOT simpler

+1

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Lighting / Re: Flash in sunlight?

« on: February 21, 2012, 09:54:54 AM »

Impressive commentary!

Judging by the question the OP raised, I think we may have overcooked it. My "Try this" bit...

1) Mount on-camera flash and set to ETTL mode. 2) Shoot in Aperture Priority mode. 3) ISO 100-400 depending on your sunlight, lower is better. 4) Evaluative metering. 5) Adjust your aperture so your shutter speed is between 1/250 and 1/200. 6) Fire away and let me know how it goes!

...was meant to be elementary for those who haven't thought to use flash in daylight. That's certainly not the only (or best) way to do it, but it should get the ball rolling.

There are some brilliant people with decades of expertise following this forum. I would simply encourage everyone to be mindful of our audiences!

I'm a scratch golfer, but I wouldn't begin by teaching a newcomer how to hold a 3-yard fade against the wind with a 8.5-degree driver! In good time, my friends.

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Lighting / Re: Flash in sunlight?

« on: February 19, 2012, 11:26:37 PM »

If you were to go that way it would be easier to shoot in Shutter Priority - Tv - and set your shutter speed to 250.

Personally I prefer shooting in manual - expose for the ambient light then adjust the flash power to fill in the subject. Takes a lot of fiddling but the results come out nicer, imo

Certainly true! Tv works well here. Probably an easier jumping-off point for those trying it out, actually. Just how my mind thinks I guess!

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Lighting / Re: Flash in sunlight?

« on: February 19, 2012, 09:04:41 PM »

Fill light.  Overhead light means shadows under eyes, nose, etc.  A flash fills in those shadows. 

+1

I can't view the video referenced for some reason, but I will say you may be surprised how often flash is used in broad daylight, particularly by professionals. There's something to be said for the dramatic look that can be achieved with on or off-camera flashes during the day.

Try this: 1) Mount on-camera flash and set to ETTL mode. 2) Shoot in Aperture Priority mode. 3) ISO 100-400 depending on your sunlight, lower is better. 4) Evaluative metering. 5) Adjust your aperture so your shutter speed is between 1/250 and 1/200. 6) Fire away and let me know how it goes!

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Lenses / Re: Grand Canyon Lens suggestions

« on: February 17, 2012, 01:34:42 PM »

I rented the 14/2.8L II as an ultra-wide option when shooting the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines in January. The perspective that lens offers is magical. Perhaps not the most versatile lens, but you'd be hard-pressed to beat it for what it does.

I've been to the Grand Canyon a few times, and last I remember, it's pretty WIDE. The 14L would be at the top of my list, personally.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Off Lighting/Color With 7D

« on: February 15, 2012, 09:50:09 PM »

For SOME of the "dull" ones, you might have been better off opening up the aperture a bit to blur off the background, if you like that effect.

+1. A shallow depth of field helps separate your subject and adds focus and drama to your image.

Pay attention to the background. ... Contrast is the key, and the lack of contrast between subject and background results in a flat look, even if you push saturation.

Absolutely agree, Neuro. Composition and "seeing" a photo is a skill that takes time to hone. Composition is my favorite aspect of photography, as it allows you to be creative in revealing something extraordinary in an otherwise ordinary scene.

Adding to what Neuro had mention, it would be better if you could get down to the same level as the dog to take your shot. Those shot you have taken look flat to you because this is how we normally view dogs from a standing point, thus it becomes a common view. You might also try getting closer shot of the dog, using lower f value. By doing so, you can focus on the dog and blur out the background.

+1. Well stated. In so many scenarios, I find a low angle a far more interesting perspective.

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Lenses / Re: Canon EF 24-70 f/2.8L II

« on: February 06, 2012, 11:18:26 AM »

Provided this is real, it's obviously a new design. At 24mm, the current model is fully extended...

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Site Information / Re: Can I called myself photographer? plz, you need to help me..

« on: January 08, 2012, 11:30:18 AM »

@TexPhoto, I see your point here. We tend to associate "professional" with the photographers on the sidelines, greenside or with their own commercial studios.

Photography is a significant part of my role in sports marketing, and I can reliably create images that are in demand by our clients. However, it's not my primary responsibility, I'm not on the sidelines with 3 bodies, $20k in lenses and an assistant. Am I a professional photographer? I don't call myself one, though many professional hallmarks are present in my workflow (gear included), from technical capture to post-processing.

My point is this: like anything, there are many avenues.

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EOS Bodies / Re: The 1DX is announced -- What will October 26th bring?

« on: October 18, 2011, 08:31:19 PM »

I'll second the new lenses. If the 1DX is an Olympics release, I'm guessing the 200-400/4L will soon follow. I'd love to see the 14-24/2.8L too!

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Lens Giveaway Contest / Re: *Contest* Flora - Post Here.

« on: October 10, 2011, 10:56:01 AM »

7D + 24-70/2.8L
70mm, f/4, 1/100s, ISO 200

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Lens Giveaway Contest / Re: *Contest* People - Post Here.

« on: October 10, 2011, 10:08:29 AM »

7D + 24-70/2.8L
70mm, f/2.8, 1/50s, ISO 1250