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EOS Bodies / Re: First Round of EOS 7D Mark II Specs [CR1]
« on: November 27, 2012, 01:41:39 PM »
I don't see how firmware would improve high-ISO noise, which is mostly dependent on the quantum efficiency of the sensor and the transmittance of the Bayer dyes.  You might be able to do some calibration tricks and dark-frame subtraction to help with fixed pattern noise, but there's just not much else you could do, other than applying noise reduction to the raw images which we generally don't like.


Wow. This is why I like to read and ask questions here. I learn a lot. Thanks Lee Jay.

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EOS Bodies / Re: First Round of EOS 7D Mark II Specs [CR1]
« on: November 27, 2012, 12:02:55 PM »
Well, I am assuming everyone updated to 2.0, then got furious when they released 2.0.3, leaving us to wonder what was done in 2.0, then added to 2.0.3. Once the dust settled on that, I personally think the imaging improved, but the ISO noise could have been improved(IMHO). Now with the rumour of a 7D MK2 on the horizon, everyone is complaining about the poor ISO noise of the 7D. So I guess they didn't improve it, even though they could have, right?

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EOS Bodies / Re: First Round of EOS 7D Mark II Specs [CR1]
« on: November 27, 2012, 11:48:42 AM »
Does anyone think the ISO performance in the 7D could have been improved in a firmware update?

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Reviews / Re: Review - Canon EF 100 f/2.8L IS Macro
« on: November 27, 2012, 11:44:04 AM »
As for hybrid IS, Its really only useful at 1:1 or near 1:1 focusing distances. Perfect for macro lenses


Thank you for educating me on that feature.

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EOS Bodies / Re: First Round of EOS 7D Mark II Specs [CR1]
« on: November 27, 2012, 11:39:10 AM »
Why the hype? We're all enjoying all the great features and improvments that the highly publicized 7D firmware upgrades did for us, right? Who needs a new 7D?  :D

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Reviews / Re: Review - Canon EF 100 f/2.8L IS Macro
« on: November 27, 2012, 11:36:05 AM »
Um, yes this is a great lens. Been out a couple years now. Why a review now? And if it has Hybrid IS, why doesn't Canon use Hybrid IS on all their IS lenses?

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EOS Bodies - For Video / Re: Shooting in B/W
« on: November 20, 2012, 05:20:04 PM »
Well, I'm still at work, so I don't have my 7D handy, but I did just look at the manual online and there is no definition of what the B/W ISO setting is. I can only remember my 40D, that when I intentionally wanted to shoot stills in mono, the camera defaulted to jpeg format, but I cannot remember if the ISO was pre-set too. I know the OP wants to shoot video in mono and now he/she has me wondering. Of course by now, they could have done it and posted the results here to clear the air.

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Lenses / Re: Renting EF 500mm f4L IS MkII for birthday vacation
« on: October 24, 2012, 09:12:15 PM »
Neuro, thanks for the hood tip. Sorry I couldn't keep the thread going today. We're not bringing monopods with us, just the tripod rigs. I also wonder now if the firmware that was released in August will be incorporated in our rentals. If not, we'll persevere. Hell, just having the $10,500 lenses on our 7D's will be incentive enough to find something of interest! Maybe we'll bring back some images to share here with ya'll. Thanks again fellow Canon shooters.

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Lenses / Re: Renting EF 500mm f4L IS MkII for birthday vacation
« on: October 24, 2012, 03:27:47 PM »
Thanks Neuro, we have Manfrotto model 393 heavy duty gimbal supports on Benro heavy duty carbon fiber legs. I can't wait to hand hold that baby!  :D

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Lenses / Renting EF 500mm f4L IS MkII for birthday vacation
« on: October 24, 2012, 03:11:32 PM »
For my 50th birthday, my wife(and business partner) is taking us to the Southwest US to play and shoot photos. She rented us a couple 500mm MkII's for the trip. As you know from my collection at the bottom of my profile, we shoot with good old 300mm f4L IS's and the 500's are gonna be a giant and exciting leap forward for us. Can you offer any advice for us? We've got insurance, durable tripods etc. but more like field advice. We're wildlife shooters and any hints or tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanx everyone. 

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Macro / Re: Couldn't do this again if I tried
« on: October 24, 2012, 11:41:33 AM »
Killer shot, yes that bee does look angry. He might be an assassin!  :D

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Macro / Re: Some random Macros
« on: October 24, 2012, 11:24:41 AM »
Cool shots everyone. The neon green bug on page 1 I believe is a green ash borer. Awesome looking bug, but I think he's a devil on eating trees. Correction anyone? Thanx.

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Software & Accessories / Re: Need help on neck/Shoulder Strap for camera body...!!!
« on: October 05, 2012, 10:23:35 AM »
C-Loop Camera Strap Mount - Silver

This system is great. The strap is very comfortable/adjustable and fits over your head and 1 shoulder like a side holster. My wife and I use them and lug 7D's with battery grips with 300 f4 L IS and 1.4 Extender MKIII's attached. Having them at your side, you can keep your hand on it at the ready and it's not bouncing on your chest or stomach.

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Lenses / Re: New Lenses in January [CR1]
« on: September 27, 2012, 01:21:57 PM »
Oh well, unless I win the lottery, my 300 f4L IS will have to do. Not that I have any complaints about it, mind you......but a new, lighter(?) 400 f4L with IS sure would be fun to sport around the wilds with. 

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Lenses / Re: New Lenses in January [CR1]
« on: September 27, 2012, 09:32:12 AM »
If the new 400 f4 is $7,000, they won't sell any. It's just too much money and people aren't gonna buy it. I'm really turned off by the mere proposal of it being that much. I was thinking more in the $2,000-$2,500 range, because I want one!   :)

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