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Canon EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x $11,799
USA: B&H Photo | Adorama | Amazon | Norman Camera Canada: Camera Canada Europe: PhotoCineShop
We’re told limited quantities will be available within 2-3 weeks.
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I’ve had a chance to use the lens and will give you my thoughts!
Below is an overview of the EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x
Designed to satisfy the discriminating needs of sports and wildlife photographers, the EF 200–400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4X is a high-performance super telephoto zoom lens with an optically matched built-in 1.4x extender for maximum versatility. With a simple flick of a switch, the zoom range can be quickly increased to 280–560mm (f/5.6). This capability is extremely useful in applications where it is not possible to change lenses quickly, while also protecting delicate equipment such as a digital SLR camera’s image sensor in environments with dust and high humidity. The EF 200–400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4X incorporates one fluorite and four UD lens elements, which provide excellent correction of chromatic aberration throughout the entire zoom range for professional quality images with high resolution, contrast and color fidelity, while a 9-blade circular aperture helps deliver beautiful, soft backgrounds. It utilizes inner focusing, ring USM, a high-speed CPU and optimized AF algorithms for fast and accurate autofocusing. And, with Power Focus mode, focus shifts are quiet and smooth, which is essential for filmmaking. Image stabilization is effective up to four shutter speed steps, with three image stabilization modes (standard, panning, and during exposure only) providing excellent results for a wide range of subjects. Optimized lens placement and coatings deliver outstanding color balance, while helping to minimize ghosting and flare. The lens is highly resistant to dust and water, enabling shooting even in harsh conditions. A fluorine coating on front and rear lens surfaces repels dust particles and makes the lens easier to clean.
MTF Charts
EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x MTF Charts
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From Magic Lantern
Magic Lantern has unlocked RAW video recording in the Canon EOS 5D Mark III. From early reports the quality of the video files is pretty amazing and might be better than the C300 and definitely better than the BlackMagic Cinema Camera.
You can read about the workflow, see sample videos and more at EOSHD.
Read Mor at EOSHD | EOS 5D Mark III at B&H Photo
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Announcement in May?
Two people have contacted me saying that a Canon Rep has told them that the EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x will be officially announced in May, 2013. It could be as early as Tuesday, May 14, 2013. The other date could be the previously mentioned May 31, 2013. We’re also told limited quantity would be available within 3 weeks of the announcement.
This comes from brand new sources, so keep in mind it’s CR1.
More to come…
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From the Netherlands
The Dutch web site EOSzine.nl posted on Twitter that they’ve been invited to a Canon press event on Friday, May 31, 2013.
I have yet to see any media invites from around the globe as of yet. This could be an event for only the Netherlands.
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Not a G2X
We’re told that a rethink of a large sensor PowerShot is coming in 2013. It won’t be a G2X and will be designed more like a larger PowerShot S110. It will have a fast short zoom lens and the new 18mp APS-C sensor along with a DIGIC 6 processor. It won’t have an OVF or EVF and will be priced less than the G1X was.
We’re told it will be a late summer announcement along with the regular updates to the PowerShot lineup.
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Limited quantities
B&H Photo has stock of the new Samyang 24mm f/3.5 ED tilt-shift lens. The lens retails for $999 USD.
Roger at LensRentals.com did a first look resolution test on the new tilt-shift and found it to be a solid performer for the money. The Canon TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II is definitely better, but you also pay twice as much.
Samyang 24mm f/3.5 ED Tilt-Shift at B&H for $999
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Only one more body in 2013?
From a good source, we’re told that an EOS 7D Mark II will not be released in 2013. We could get an announcement sometime in this calendar year, but availability will be next year.
The only DSLR still to come in 2013 from Canon is the EOS 70D. The same source does say “several lenses will be coming in 2013″.
2014 will be the year for high-end DSLR cameras from Canon, consider this a down year for bodies.
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A new tilt-shift related patent from Canon
A patent to help usability by changing the grind lines on the EVF or LCD when tilting, shifting and rotating. This is definitely something I could see being useful in a tilt-shift macro.
Patent Publication No. 2013-81129 (Google Translation)
Shooting assist functions suitable for tilt lens
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World’s smallest SLR
The brand new Canon EOS Rebel SL1 is now in stock at B&H Photo with the new EF-S 18-55 f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens for $799. The SL1 incorporates a brand new Canon 18mp APS-C sensor and is the smallest DSLR in the world.
Canon EOS Rebel SL1 w/18-55 f/3.5-5.6 IS STM $799
B&H Photo has also done a hands-on review of the new Rebel SL1.
Hands-on review of the Canon EOS Rebel SL1
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We’re told that the new lenses are scheduled to appear in early 2014 with a possible announcement shortly have Christmas.
A separate person has suggested a macro tilt-shift lens could also be on the distant horizon.
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via eBay
Seller GetItDigital (99.6% positive feedback) is selling brand new Canon EOS 6D bodies for $1546. This price also includes free shipping within the USA.
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Download from Canon USA | EOS 5D Mark III at B&H Photo
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