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Lenses / Re: Lens suggestions requested

« on: January 31, 2013, 04:34:38 AM »

I currently have the following lenses and looking for advice on "what's next"...welcome thoughts of the group

Canon EF-S 10-22mm
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8
Canon EF 24-105 f/4
Tamron 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC

The Tamron lens is an OK lens but I am finding limitations from an image quality perspective.  I typically use the 24-105 as more of my everyday lens now that I have a started to become a stronger photographer. 

So what do folks think I should consider next?  My problem with choosing is that I love taking portrait shots  but landscape is a lot of what I shoot as well. 

So what say you wise ones?

Drop the Tamron and the Canon 50 f/1.8....

For  the 70-200 f/4L IS or if the budget is not a big problem 70-200 f/2.8 IS and Sigma 50mm f/1.4 EX HSM ( the sigma is way over Canon 50mm f/1.4 and slight under 50mm f/1.2 L ).

If you are using APS-C format keep the Canon 10-22 mm

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Canon General / Re: Why did you choose Canon?

« on: January 29, 2013, 02:27:52 AM »

It is interesting to hear stories why people choose Canon when there are a lot of other firms? Nikon, Pentax, Sony...

I personally was always interested in photography and was shooting quite a lot when I was young with analog cameras Smena and Zenit- E (Soviet type cameras). My first digital camera was P&S Sony bought in 2004, however, i was not satisfied with its quality (at that time analog cameras quality was much better than digital).

In 2007 I acquired Canon G7 which was able to produce better quality photos comparing to other P&S cameras. Finally in 2012 I decided to buy DSLR and definitely choose Canon as they had more attractive design comparing to Nikon and much bigger variety of lenses (I always admired L class white lenses, which in my mind was always associated with superb quality). I never Pentax, Sony or other firms. Currently I am happy with my EOS 7D, however, have plans to move to FF (of course, that would by 5D Mark III). That's why my almost all lenses (except for EF-S 18-135) are compatible with FF cameras.

It would be interesting to hear your stories why you choose Canon.

In 2007 i bought a Sony A100 DSLR my first digital SLR ( having 6 years experience with Canon 35mm film slr's). I bought a Sony because was at a good price and most important it has image stabilization incorporated in camera. The quality was way under Canon digital cameras at that moment. So.... i decided to sell the A100 and buy Canon.

I use Canon DSLR's since..... until March 2013 when i will buy a Nikon.

 

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon 6D flash sync

« on: January 29, 2013, 02:13:35 AM »

I've a 6d.
With the 430exII mounted the shutter speed will literally go to 1/180s.
Without a 430exII mounted it won't allow a shutters speed of 1/180th.

If i shoot with my ebay radio trigger on the hotshoe I have to shoot at 160th. I do get a black stripe if I move it to 200th.

If it is a software cripple maybe they always waste some time at the start of the exposure to let it get a black line near the end. *shrug.

Thanks for answer right on the subject. So.... Canon 6D is not the camera that i need.

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EOS Bodies / Canon 6D flash sync

« on: January 27, 2013, 04:40:17 AM »

I know 6D has external flash sync of 1/180s....

Canon cameras have only 1/160s or 1/200s not 1/180s My question is:

If i shoot with 6D at 1/200 in studio i will get that black line on the bottom of the frame like the one i get from 7D shooting at 1/250 ( 7D has a flash sync of 1/200) ??

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon EOS 7D successor will not be announced at the CP+ show R

« on: January 25, 2013, 04:24:39 AM »

If Canon don´t release the 7D Mark II in the next month a lot of customers get lost.

The 7D is old and needs an replacement before a 70D is announced.

A new top of the line camera (possible named D4X?) is out for field testing. If Canon don´t put a real replacement for the 1Ds on the market, they lose a lot of pros.

They already lost many pros ... Many pro Canon gear users are starting to use beside Canon, Nikon gear as well.... many of them as the primary camera.

In many photography fields size matters .... so... 36 MP is way over 22.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 7D - How bad is it? Really?

« on: January 23, 2013, 07:31:07 AM »

I own a 7D. I can say that you can use ISO 3200 with above average results. Using a good soft to remove noise and downsizing the image to about 10MP the results are very pleasing.

PS you must use good quality glass.

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: D5200 review

« on: January 21, 2013, 02:54:31 AM »

Why someone would talk about Nikon products on a Canon forum?

Because on this forum still exist people (not indoctrinated) that are thinking outside the box... and admit that some cameras are better than Canon cameras.

OK... there is a very high possibility that Canon came with high quality 70D and 7Dmk2 that beats in many aspects everything in their class.... but until than Nikon is better.

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EOS Bodies / Re: 5D3 vs 1DsIII

« on: January 17, 2013, 03:04:59 PM »

If you had to choose between the 5D3 and the 1DsIII, seeing as the 1DsIII second hand is close to the 5D Mark III price point, what would be the best option. The scenario involves me needing a second body for architecture and landscape work, for the sports and wildlife I am quite content with the 1DX.

.. .... .

5D Mark 3

5D Mark 3

5D Mark 3

5D Mark 3

5D Mark 3

5D Mark 3

5D Mark 3

+1

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EOS Bodies / Re: An EOS 3D Mention [CR1]

« on: December 30, 2012, 04:11:34 AM »

Interesting... If Canon wil put the sensor in a 1D style body the price will be in the 10k's

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EOS Bodies / Re: Are you really serious about 6D?

« on: December 13, 2012, 08:15:02 AM »

Why so many people are indoctrinated (including you).... and under no reason can't admit that Canon is no longer No.1 in DSLR industry...

look at Nikon (Sony origin) sensors.... better resolution, way better DR and colors... yes beyond ISO 6400 -12800 Canon is better at High ISO.

Why do so many people fail to understand that the sensor isn't the only part of the camera?  It's an important part, but no one buys a naked sensor to take pictures, they buy a camera.  Despite your opinion of who is 'No.1 in the dSLR industry' the absolute fact is that Canon sells more dSLRs than Nikon, Sony, or anyone else.  That's what #1 means, in the real world.  Someone may think Ferrari makes the best cars, but saying they're #1 in the auto industry makes that person sound foolish.

And than the Marketing and Publicity was invented 

yes, you are right Canon ''still'' sells more, but that doesn't mean is better.

I give you an example :

Take 2 different  bottled water brands .... no. 1 is tasty and more qualitative than no. 2. Make 5 times more advertisement to no. 2 and in one year the sales/revenue will be way over no. 1 . In two years the price of the worst one will be higher than the more qualitative one.......

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EOS Bodies / Re: Are you really serious about 6D?

« on: December 13, 2012, 07:05:05 AM »

Please help me understand why people are excited about 6D? I cannot be excited about 97% VF, 1 x-pt AF, crippled 6D with wifi and facebook buttons. I will stick to a 5-year-old beloved 5D Mark II which is identical in IQ to Canon's newest sensors. Canon, you are not getting a dime of my money on your recent cameras. I have diversified my lenses so am not hostage to inferior sensors anymore.

+1

But i will switch to Nikon. Where i live the difference between Nikon D800 and 6D is around $500, the Nikon D600 is cheaper than 6D.

All the best with your switch.  In some countries, 6D is more expensive while in others just like ours, it's cheaper.  Just remember that you also need to switch lenses.  It should also be expensive to switch unless you're still not yet invested in Canon lenses.

as long as he is gone from this forum.... im fine with that.

the 5D MK3 is chosen camera of the year by so many magazines and tech institutions... and for a good reason.
and no hyper sensor would help that kid to make better pictures... 

Why so many people are indoctrinated (including you).... and under no reason can't admit that Canon is no longer No.1 in DSLR industry ( with the exception of flagship 1DX that is still unbeatable)

look at Nikon (Sony origin) sensors.... better resolution, way better DR and colors... yes beyond ISO 6400 -12800 Canon is better at High ISO.


D600 vs 6D... Nikon is wiping the floor with Canon ( with only one exception ISO performance beyond 12800)...but how many of us are shooting beyond that value ...10% and that occasionally

I an a professional photographer and is more easy to admit and buy/use what is best for my business, than other that are not thinking outside the box.

.....and yes the resolution of the image and quality is essential for my business; today only Nikon and MF cameras ( witch in don't afford yet ) can meet my demands.

That does not mean giving up totally on Canon, selling everything and delete my account from this forum; I still have many EF lenses and I will use in the future canon cameras ... but for my main business photography i will start to use Nikon.

Who knows... if Canon is delivering a better low noise sensor with the 7Dmk2 i will buy one as a fast walk around/sports camera.

Of course this situation can be reversed with the introduction of the rumored 46MP monster as a affordable 5D type body(3-4 k$ ), not a 1D style and many thousands of $$$

Nik.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Are you really serious about 6D?

« on: December 13, 2012, 05:01:43 AM »

Please help me understand why people are excited about 6D? I cannot be excited about 97% VF, 1 x-pt AF, crippled 6D with wifi and facebook buttons. I will stick to a 5-year-old beloved 5D Mark II which is identical in IQ to Canon's newest sensors. Canon, you are not getting a dime of my money on your recent cameras. I have diversified my lenses so am not hostage to inferior sensors anymore.

+1

But i will switch to Nikon. Where i live the difference between Nikon D800 and 6D is around $500, the Nikon D600 is cheaper than 6D.

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6D Sample Images / Re: Anything shot with a 6D

« on: December 13, 2012, 01:06:46 AM »

Ok so it has been about a week since the release and purchase of the Canon 6D.  At least in my neck of the woods.  I have had very little time to test this new camera and its potential, but I will share some photos I took while playing around.  Unfortunately I have yet to find a program that opens 6D RAW files so I am forced to shoot in jpg.

Photos were taken at the historic Distillery District in Toronto. 
Anyone else have some 6D photos to share?

6D, f/4, 1/60, iso 800
1.  http://opa.cig2.canon.ca/download/view/IMG_0041.jpg?d=u3shlRYlkmtKi9zcmD2w4bvmbS47TUuHILE9wACBASFnEZNaHgm-CB2cAzTjhefN62pWXcstoPn8%250D%250AVpksriKOvQ%2540%2540

6D, f/4, 1/50, iso 320
2.  http://opa.cig2.canon.ca/download/view/IMG_0045.jpg?d=0e0FgEGpXn_6rHTHNpcMo58vZMQiUxiZOymhda0pr9MdthCvwveszk2Lbi3goLpAUvgb6FJ2YnpH%250D%250AkvsFZh_wNA%2540%2540

6D, f/4, 1/100, iso 2500
3.  http://opa.cig2.canon.ca/download/view/IMG_0055.jpg?d=vy2pg8-5GHz2mqmi5LtYDzHeSVyIUgsgCX8S2Rj5Uf4FWgQ0JibMzF0lnbS6BUzS8TbYqkPyKNE%2540

This next shot was taken with the 6D handheld night scene mode.  Unfortunately the clock is over exposed.
6D, f/5.6, 1/15, iso 6400
4.  http://opa.cig2.canon.ca/download/view/IMG_9964.jpg?d=FPPEnhmfZypTt9olbDtcEGuCfelUFI0nNcxxeVcEB-aJxRkZkHZdgCelS-idRUr_TuX4dx1hLkr3%250D%250Aojwbbyww_Q%2540%2540

I hope to post some better photos as soon as I get more comfortable and familiar with the camera.

How much you post processed the images??? or are exactly out of the camera? you applied NR, you downsized the images?? The ISO 6400 image is impressive.

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Lenses / Re: Zoom vs Primes?

« on: December 11, 2012, 04:05:27 AM »

I don't want to invest in a lot of money in glass until I hear from other photographers. I do a lot of photography in the streets with my canon 5D mark ii ( got from eBay at a amazing price!) . I don't have any lens at the moment. I'm thinking about the 24-70 mark 2 or should I just go for some primes for my work? What do you recommend me?

+1 for primes

I use the camera professional work. I always use primes.... very rare zooms for landscapes ( under 2% of my pictures)

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Lighting / Re: Help with lighting for portraits...

« on: December 07, 2012, 04:54:48 AM »

indoor/outdoor photo shoots

One key question - would you have access to AC power in your outdoor location, or need battery packs?

OK... first of all for outdoor shooting 100W strobes are very week... i shoot outdoor portraits using a 300W unit and sometime even at full power is not enough.

Regarding the power packs i use a 1000VA (600W) 2x 12V, 7.4 Ah batteries UPS ... yes the one that is used to keep the PC alive when the electric power is down.
 I use the UPS for about half a year and dozens of photo shoots. the strobes are ok,UPS is fine... even after 300 pictures ( almost all at full power) i never ( not even once) manage to empty the batteries.

1x dedicated power pack = 7-800$
1x 1000VA UPS = 100$

The only downside of the UPS is that is more fragile and not weather sealed.

good luck in your choice.