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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon 5D MarkIII & 1Dx - 1080p/60fps???

« on: April 22, 2012, 05:20:50 AM »

I think that it's very unfortunate for piece of hardware that cost aprox. 3500$ for 5DMarkIII, and 6800$ for Canon flagship camera 1Dx, that those new models can't produce 1080/60p, while Panasonic HDC-TM900 as mentioned before here in this post by user "stevenrrmanir" can provide that feature for $800.

Now, why Canon thinks that 1080/60p is dedicated only to very expensive cams, while Panasonic and Sony can include that feature in their cams, even at low entry models.
It's old news for them, but it's not even a fresh news for Canon???
Sorry videographers, amateurs and professionals, Canon thinks that you don't need to have feature in your newest Canon DSLR for"only" 6.800,00$, no, no... it's very, very expensive feature, you know?
Do we have to wait another 3-4 years for Canon SLRs that will get that feature, while other manufacturers will probably offer 4k, or 8k at 120fps?
1080p/60 is really that irrelevant for all Canon users?
Really?
If so, than why did Canon started that game of implementation video features into DSLR still cams in the first place?
They started the "game", but now they don't have enough "steam" to keep up with Panasonic and Sony?
I really, really hope, that Canon users will find the "light at the end of the tunnel" with release of future firmware/software update...
C'mon Canon, you can do it, just close your eyes and JUMP !!!
Do it already... 

Don't get me wrong here, I now it sounds harsh, but it's for users sake, old, and new ones (myself included) that will walk "that way" choosing Canon as their "weapon of mass destruction" in the world of stills and video.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon 5D MarkIII & 1Dx - 1080p/60fps???

« on: April 21, 2012, 05:41:17 PM »

Is there any chance of support 60fps at 1920x1080p by firmware/software upgrade?
We have been waiting for 1Dx for too long, Canon could reward our patience. 

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EOS Bodies / Re: To remove low pass filter on 5DMark III, or not to remove, that is the question?

« on: April 11, 2012, 01:04:51 PM »

Sorry... my bad!

After I posted my first article on this matter, I remember that I could post a poll to make things more simple.

Sorry, and sorry again...

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EOS Bodies / To remove low pass filter on 5DMark III, or not to remove, that is the question?

« on: April 11, 2012, 12:41:31 PM »

Please read this article:

http://www.eoshd.com/content/7813/how-i-opened-my-5d-mark-iii-and-why-you-have-to-be-crazy-to-do-it

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EOS Bodies / Will you tweak your new 5D MARK III ???

« on: April 11, 2012, 12:27:08 PM »

Hellou Canon people. 

I can't stop thinking about recent article from EOSHD, where the owner of new 5DMarkIII has decided to remove low pass filter that's placed in front of the sensor, in order to enhance resolution of camera, for both stills and video.
It's not easy decision to lose warranty, and there is always a slight chance of braking something while performing this operation... or we could decide not to touch anything, and continue to shoot with camera as it is, and now with certain knowledge that your result could be a lot better if Canon didn't decide to put that little "nuisance".
Here is the article:

http://www.eoshd.com/content/7813/how-i-opened-my-5d-mark-iii-and-why-you-have-to-be-crazy-to-do-it


Sure, there is always PROS and CONS on every decision, but this one should be considered thoroughly.

... and one more thing...

I hope that Canon will decide to remove that, tiny, little obstacle on long awaited body of 1Dx!

WILL YOU PERFORM THIS OPERATION ON YOUR 5DMarkIII

Archangel72

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EOS Bodies / Canon 5D MarkIII & 1Dx - 1080p/60fps???

« on: March 29, 2012, 08:04:39 AM »

I want to share my thoughts & questions with all you people of Canon Rumors.
Who knows, maybe some of you knows the answer to my question.

I'm curious...

1x Digic IV is required for processing 1080p at /24/25/30fps (Canon 5DMark II)

1x Digic 5+ (aprox. 17x faster than Digic IV) is required for processing 1080p at /24/25/30fps (Canon 5DMark III)

2x Digic 5+ (on the side + 1 Digic 4 for mettering) is required for processing 1080p at /24/25/30fps (Canon 1Dx)

C'mon Canon... 

O.K. so you have improved video codec in 5dMarkIII/1Dx series, and that's great, but...
With improved codec, you delivered extreme processing speed, particularly in 1Dx (double power od 5dMarkIII which is already 17x faster than 5DMarkII).
I hope all that power is not implemented for shooting stills only?!

So my question is how much raw processor power does 1080p/60fps video really needs? 

Archangel72





 

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EOS Bodies / Canon 5DMarkIII or Panasonic GH2 for video use???

« on: March 27, 2012, 03:17:15 PM »

New comparision on EOSHD between Canon EOS 5DMarkIII and Panasonic GH2 in terms of their video quality, lens support for each, and finally - the price.

Check it over here:   

http://www.eoshd.com/content/7671/which-to-get-as-a-low-budget-shooter-5d-mark-iii-or-gh2

Archangel72

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EOS Bodies / Re: CANON 1Dx - New presentation & video -

« on: March 27, 2012, 03:01:57 PM »

After watching both videos, and after all those months of waiting, and waiting, and reading all kind of "this and that" on forums, I'm pretty sure that 1Dx is going to be AWESOME camera.
When we lay our hands on our new toy, that will be the minute when we'll forget about all specs, and technobabble we shared so far.
Nothing else will matter, except new, powerfull, amazing piece of photo-art in our hands.

and than...

and than... "they will live happily ever after" 

Archangel72

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EOS Bodies / CANON 1Dx - New presentation & video -

« on: March 27, 2012, 11:54:16 AM »

Hellou Canon lovers, especially future owners of 1Dx (myself included) 

I don't know if someone put these videos before on Canon forum, please forgive me if you have watched this.

I'm sending 2 links:

1)  New presentation from Ashley McLaughlin -

       

http://youtu.be/2WuUmbAcK_c
	Small | Large

and

2) Story about one day in Gran Canaria from Bruno Barbey Canon photographer, filmed entirely on Canon EOS 1Dx.

         

http://youtu.be/dWUh8PnJaFU
	Small | Large

Something to watch while we waiting for great & final reviews of 1Dx. 

Archangel72

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Lenses / Re: Macro system-70-200 f2.8 L II IS USM + 2x extender + extension tubes ANYONE???

« on: March 20, 2012, 03:08:00 PM »

Thank you "Hyles"... and "kirispupis" BIG thanx on your very extensive description between 100mm and 65mm lenses.
Even macro shooting is split in section and subsections, which is great for enthusiast, and little less great for wallet, but... what a heck... no pain no gain.

I'll start my "macro career" with 70-200 + ext. 2x, and than I'll see to my next heading.
I'll be honest with all of you, MP-E 65mm seems like it's going to be my first extreme macro lens.
Maybe hard to shoot with it, but, I am a very, very patient man, and person who is willing to learn... a lot.
Thanks again for your answers folks.
And now... the drinks 
Cheers

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Lenses / Re: Macro system-70-200 f2.8 L II IS USM + 2x extender + extension tubes ANYONE???

« on: March 20, 2012, 02:40:23 PM »

I understand...

Thank you for your answers.
I think there is not much to say here, since the magnification is not on par, or even close to any macro lens on market.
It seems that I will have to purchase MP-E 65mm eventualy, if I want to achieve stunning macro results.

Thank you people for your fast respond to my question.
The drink is on me 

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Lenses / Macro system-70-200 f2.8 L II IS USM + 2x extender + extension tubes ANYONE???

« on: March 20, 2012, 02:09:26 PM »

I'm planning to buy Canon EOS 1Dx when hit market, and I now for sure that I will buy 70-200 f2.8 L II with 2X extender to reach 140-400mm. My plan is to shoot macro as well.
My question is...

Did anyone tried to combine this setup for macro shooting?

70-200 f2.8 L II IS USM + 2x extender + extension tubes

What's the gain in magnification compared to MP-E 65mm?

Light setup for this system should be interesting too look at. I presume at least 2x 580EX or 600 (new one) on their stand with attached diffusers placed 0.5m from each side of the lens.

Please post your shots with this configuration if there is any shot at all ! 
Thanx in advance.

Archangel72

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EOS Bodies / Re: I touched it, and it was awesome!!!

« on: March 14, 2012, 05:31:33 PM »

I liked this sentence froom your post a lot: "Also, it was confirmed that the 1DX will be able to focus at f8 with a firmware update..."

5DMarkIII is great camera, no doubt there, but my hearts stays with 1Dx.

Almost there, almost theeeere... 

Thanx 4 sharing !

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Speedlites, Printers, Accessories / Re: NEW !!! Canon 1Dx + Canon 600EX-RT speedlites demo

« on: March 09, 2012, 01:15:08 PM »

I'm glad you people liked it!

I aim to please, hopefully there will be much more of these demo's previews & reviews in days to come.
Can't wait to spend whole nights loosing my eyes and falling in sleep in sitting position in front of my monitor, reading every little detail about most precious 1Dx.
My preciousssss...

Can't wait.... CANOOOOONNNNN C'MONNNN!

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Speedlites, Printers, Accessories / NEW !!! Canon 1Dx + Canon 600EX-RT speedlites demo

« on: March 09, 2012, 08:47:54 AM »

Hello Canon lovers, especially those who can't wait for 1Dx to come out.

Follow this link if you want to see short demo of sport photographer Tyler Stableford who is using new Canon 1DX and Canon 600-EX-RT Speedlite on location to shoot portraits of legendary alpinist, Steve House.

http://www.iso1200.com/2012/03/tyler-stableford-canon-1dx-and-canon.html

Enjoy... 

Archangel72