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EOS Bodies / Lost and Found - Not an April's Fool joke

« on: April 01, 2013, 11:50:17 AM »

http://news.sky.com/story/1069891/missing-camera-traced-6000-miles-from-home

Hard to believe the memory card was still dry. !

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Lenses / Re: 24-70 f2.8L II or.....

« on: March 29, 2013, 08:18:49 AM »

_DXR1443 by PVC 2012, on Flickr
Camera   Canon EOS-1D X
Exposure   0.001 sec (1/2000)
Aperture   f/2.8
Focal Length   55 mm (24-70 II)
ISO Speed   6400

c/w -same gym, same camera, almost same FL,  but with 50 1.2L

_DXR1373 by PVC 2012, on Flickr
Camera   Canon EOS-1D X
Exposure   0.001 sec (1/1250)
Aperture   f/2.0
Focal Length   50 mm
ISO Speed   2500

c/w 1dIV

NB1V0149-Edit by PVC 2012, on Flickr

Settings: 1/800 ƒ/2.8 ISO 4000 65 mm

I'd also vote for the 24-70 II - my experiences with 35L are less successful (for indoor sports anyways) - I don't have as any keepers to show. 
Despite it being 2 stops faster and my really wanting to use it more, I just  don't think it autofocuses nearly as fast/consistently as the 24-70 II (and not as sharp either, and that was confirmed by FoCal).

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Sports / Re: Indoor Volleyball

« on: March 28, 2013, 04:02:27 PM »

I am upgrading to a 5d mkiii and I shoot sports both indoor and out.  I  realize  ten shots per second is much better than 6,  but outside of that, I  am guessing its performance  is close to being on par  with the 1dx.   or am I wishful thinking.
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Not wishful thinking at all - I used the 5d3 all last spring and was generally happy with its' performance (c/w the 7d I used the past 2 yrs).  I did use concurrently with the 1d IV last yr, with different lenses on each to add to my flexibility / readiness. With knowledge of the game, nailing focus on a serve, dig, or block was rarely a problem for the camera. Planning the background (when possible) and controlling DOF is more 'operator-dependent'. 
While I clearly prefer my 1-series now, I'd easily be able shoot all day with my 5d3 and my client's would probably not notice much difference. But as for all the conveniences / customization / durability of the 1-series, shooting matches 2-3x/wk is more pleasant (? reliable) over the long season. 

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Sports / Re: Indoor Volleyball

« on: March 28, 2013, 12:28:41 PM »

great shots

Thanks - really love the 135 and 200 primes.
Going to shoot the National Collegiate Club Volleyball Championships in Dallas next weekend so will get my 'fix' for awhile....

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Lens Gallery / Re: Canon EF135mm f/2L USM

« on: March 28, 2013, 10:58:07 AM »

XNSA1877 by PVC 2012, on Flickr

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Sports / Re: Indoor Volleyball

« on: March 28, 2013, 10:56:20 AM »

XNSA1877 by PVC 2012, on Flickr

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Animal Kingdom / Re: Show your Bird Portraits

« on: March 26, 2013, 03:59:21 PM »

BFB-1 by PVC 2012, on Flickr

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Animal Kingdom / Re: Show your Bird Portraits

« on: March 26, 2013, 03:56:59 PM »

BFB-4 by PVC 2012, on Flickr

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Animal Kingdom / Re: Show your Bird Portraits

« on: March 26, 2013, 03:16:16 PM »

Frigates Wild Thing by PVC 2012, on Flickr

This photo not yet rated, but not recommended for viewers under legal consenting age.  Don't want anyone getting any ideas....

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Lenses / Re: Question for owners of Canon 200mm f2.0 and 70-200mm f 2.8 II lens

« on: March 26, 2013, 02:48:04 PM »

XNAI1022 by PVC 2012, on Flickr



XNAI0108 by PVC 2012, on Flickr


Before going to Flickr -which lens was used ??

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1D X Sample Images / Re: Any Thing shot with a 1Dx

« on: March 26, 2013, 01:49:33 PM »

XNAI0164 by PVC 2012, on Flickr

Camera   Canon EOS-1D X
Exposure   0.001 sec (1/1600)
Aperture   f/2.8
Focal Length   125 mm (70 -200 2.8 II)
ISO Speed   5000

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Sports / Re: Indoor Volleyball

« on: March 26, 2013, 10:32:33 AM »

If you check the EXIF data, you can see I shoot with a variety of lenses - depending on lighting / distance and my mood

While many claim the 50 and 85 1.2's autofocus too slow, I use them quite a bit with both the 1dIV and 1DX w/o too many misses. A few more misses with my 5d and overall a touch slower/less consistent with the 7d, but still useable with practice.

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Sports / Re: Indoor Volleyball

« on: March 26, 2013, 09:56:43 AM »

XNAI1022 by PVC 2012, on Flickr


VNAI0673 by PVC 2012, on Flickr


XNAI0567 by PVC 2012, on Flickr

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Sports / Indoor Volleyball

« on: March 26, 2013, 09:18:57 AM »

A new thread for my main / favorite sports job


XNAI0677 by PVC 2012, on Flickr

Camera   Canon EOS-1D X
Exposure   0.001 sec (1/1000)
Aperture   f/1.8
Focal Length   50 mm (50 1.2 L)
ISO Speed   1250

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Lenses / Re: Question for owners of Canon 200mm f2.0 and 70-200mm f 2.8 II lens

« on: March 20, 2013, 11:31:53 AM »

I use both concurrently (with 2 bodies obviously) giving me the flexibility and added focal range of the zoom and the extra stop / bokeh when I need/want it.  Also, with the 1.4 TC, I still get 280/2.8 when I must position myself further from my usual courtside action.
While slightly larger than the 70-200/2.8 II, the 200/2 still fits (unattached) in my ThinkTank Digital Holster, giving me the added flexibility of having 3 lenses (the third being the 135/2) on my 2 bodies and a dual Black Rapid strap system.
I simply prefer/require the extra stop in most arenas. 
The fast focus ring and AF stop buttons, along with the blazing fast AF are nice extras
I love my 70-200 (like my mother) but LOVE my 200 (like my WIFE).

As for portraits, it is a bit bulky for street / event shooting, but for sessions on location where I can control distance to subject, it is an excellent choice.