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EOS Bodies / Re: I have my hands on a 5D III and 1Dx tomorrow. Questions?

« on: March 04, 2012, 02:53:51 PM »

One simple question, please.
Will the MK ll grip work on the MK lll ?

Thanks

( also, will the MK lll viewfinder be free of AF boxes on the focusing screen ? )

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EOS Bodies / Re: Who thinks this is an ANTI-CLIMATIC product? As in, the 5DIII

« on: March 02, 2012, 01:22:41 AM »

Are you kidding ?
It sure looks like a great camera that was improved in many significant ways. Often I have file size dialed down for professional assignments, so 22 mp is fine by me.
I have two on order and can't wait to get them.
I will say I'm not thrilled by the price of the new 24-70, and we all know the price of the new 5D grip will be outrageous.
I wonder if the current grip will fit the new body ?

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EOS Bodies / Re: Is the watch party working for you?

« on: March 02, 2012, 12:22:17 AM »

No live cast here, but it was a good idea.
I'm surprised by all the really grumpy comments about  MK lll. How many megapixels do you really need, and want to store ?

I'm more interested in many of the specs.  Happy to see the depth of field preview moved to the other side.
It's odd to see the spec "Aprox 100 % viewfinder"  Really ! Aprox 100%, Canon, you're kidding, right.
Intelligent viewfinder, hmmm, what's that ? I always thought it would be great to have an image preview IN the viewfinder.
Electric level,  cool.
Comparative playback??? sounds cool
In camera RAW processing  sounds cool
Dual layer metering ? sure hopes it improves speedlight metering
High-density reticular AF.  Everybody wants better AF, right ?
re-designed sensor, That's big, because most of us love the MK ll sensor, right ?

I'm not grumpy about the new camera, I ordered two. I will probably be very grumpy about the price of the grip.

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Speedlites, Printers, Accessories / Canon 5D MK ll grip with AA's

« on: February 27, 2012, 12:49:29 AM »

Does anyone have experience using AA's in the 5D MK ll grip instead of two LP-E6 batteries.
I'd like to use 6 Powerex AA's and recharge as needed instead of ordering a 2nd LP-E6.
Any comments ?
Thanks
Rex

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EOS Bodies / Re: 5D mkii at $2,219 on Amazon today (12-7)

« on: December 12, 2011, 01:34:26 AM »

Buying from Henry's in Canada couldn't have been better or more convenient.
I waited for a sweet deal on a 5D MK ll and found it there. If the MK lll upgrade is a great camera, it will be easier for me to get a good price on my MK ll and make the switch because of the deal I got from Henry's.
Rex

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 5D MK ll LCD protection

« on: December 12, 2011, 01:20:59 AM »

How is the LCD replaced by the user ?

Rex

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EOS Bodies / Re: 5D mkii at $2,219 on Amazon today (12-7)

« on: December 07, 2011, 09:20:08 PM »

I had a great experience with Henry's Camera in Canada and got a 5D MK ll body with US warranty shipped for $1,992.  A rep told me they have been selling a lot to US customers. The shipping was very fast, and using PayPal without an account couldn't have been easier.
I'm under the impression they regularly get batches of the body because they often sell out at those prices.

If I were to do it again, I'd order one and wait for their next batch.

Lowest price around from a legit dealer
Great customer service
US warranty
Fast, low-cost shipping
No tax

Rex

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 5D MK ll LCD protection

« on: December 07, 2011, 02:31:46 AM »

Thanks, Leop
Just what I was hoping to hear.  I appreciate you taking the time to reply.

Rex

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / 5D MK ll LCD protection

« on: December 06, 2011, 11:11:01 PM »

Switching from the 1-D MKlln to the 5D MK ll I notice how much closer the viewfinder is to the LCD.  Should I be concerned about my reading glasses scratching the screen ? I really don't like the idea of applying screen protection but want to avoid scratches.  My 1-D LCD's have proven to be pretty tough but I'd welcome comment from 5D users.

Thanks