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5D MK III Sample Images / Re: Real Estate Photography 5D mkIII

« on: June 29, 2012, 12:06:45 PM »

are these for fun or commercial?

the HDR is not good, halos colour shifts etc
tell tale fuzziness and loss of IQ from photomatix rendering

 

what would you use instead of photomatics?

Try the HDR built into the recent Canon DPP update. The good thing is it's free, and you can easily do some subtle looking HDR with presets. DPP certainly has it's critics on this site, but I keep going back to it for some basic edits and RAW conversions.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon EOS 7D Successors [CR1]

« on: June 28, 2012, 07:32:34 PM »

I know I am showing my ignorance, but I'll ask anyway. APS-H (1.3) - Would it support EF-S? I would assume not! I only own one (10-22mm).

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Software & Accessories / Re: Battery Grip for 7D - any suggestions?

« on: June 27, 2012, 10:25:45 PM »

Do the knock-off grips report battery life to the camera?

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EOS Bodies / Re: 7D Firmware update - any news there?

« on: June 27, 2012, 10:16:02 PM »

I'm looking forward to GP-E2 GPS support being added. I'm hopping it also supports some non-Canon GPS alternates. ........and wishing for an upgrade from three to five shot brackets.

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Lenses / Re: 70-200mm f2.8 to 70-200mm f2.8 IS II worth it?

« on: June 27, 2012, 08:59:36 PM »

I'm just looking at the lenses I own and wondering if upgrading my 70-200mm f2.8 to the IS II version would be worth it. Now I've upgraded to the 5D3 I'm doing more low light work and I'm thinking the IS will be a bonus.

The test shots make the IS II look a little sharper and also it seems to work better with extenders. I just wondered if anybody on here had used both and what their thoughts were.

I think by the time I've sold my old one and bought a new one it'll cost me about £1,000. For that money I could extend my reach and options by getting a 7D or put the money towards a 300mm or 400mm.

Thoughts please?

IMHO, this is the sharpest Canon zoom now. It used to be the 70-200 f/4 IS, which I have also, but my wife has taken over.

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Software & Accessories / Re: Canon Releases DPP 3.11.31 for Windows & Mac

« on: June 18, 2012, 03:50:27 PM »

Fixed a phenomenon where the buttons for HDR tool cannot be displayed under specific settings of the display.

I personally experienced this "phenomenon" on my laptop. The HDR tool worked on my desktop. I called Canon support when I encountered the problem and they were quite perplexed and didn't seem to believe me. I downloaded the update this weekend and it fixed the problem.

The HDR Tools actually works pretty good. Very basic and simple controls and you can produce realistic results, if that's what your looking for. It can also produce extreme results, that everyone identifies with HDR.

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Software & Accessories / Re: 5dmIII RAW processing - LR4.1 vs Aperture 3 vs DPP

« on: June 09, 2012, 09:10:14 AM »

As I understand stand it, RAW processing and conversions made with the camera manufacturer's software (Canon and DPP) provide the best results.

Sometimes that may well be the case. But why do you suppose most professionals or enthusiasts who work with high volumes of files choose a program like LR over DPP? It's all about a great set of tools and options and the ability to work through large numbers of files very very quickly, especially once you skill up.

Very occasionally I'll call on DPP if I'm struggling with skintones in LR. Personally I like the output from DPP, but find that in spite of a very pretty GUI, the backend is fairly under developed with unexpected workflow roadblocks that push it away from high volume shooters. If you're working with low volumes of files it's perfectly fine, plus it has the distinct advantage of coming free with your Canon camera.   

PW

I agree with everything you've said. I like the results I get from DPP with a few of the basic settings, but then you need to convert RAW to TIFF for post processing in LR or PS. I just wish DPP, LR, PS would all play nicely together, but I know that will never happen.

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Software & Accessories / Re: 5dmIII RAW processing - LR4.1 vs Aperture 3 vs DPP

« on: June 07, 2012, 10:15:24 PM »

As I understand stand it, RAW processing and conversions made with the camera manufacturer's software (Canon and DPP) provide the best results.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon EOS Rebel T4i/650D Full Specifications

« on: June 07, 2012, 11:06:18 AM »

Price guess?

I'll say $100USD more than T3i

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Technical Support / Re: owners name on camera info

« on: June 06, 2012, 10:32:20 PM »

same thing as doing DPP, camera is connected to pc with the cable(USB) then open EOS Utility.........

You can also use the EOS Utility to add a custom menu putting your most used features all  in one spot (the green menu).

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Canon CPS 5D MK3 Evaluation Period?

« on: June 04, 2012, 04:20:04 PM »

That's intertesting, because it is on the CPS list at:

http://www.cps.usa.canon.com/loans/loans.shtml

May it is just out on loan?!

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EOS Bodies / Re: 5D3 Battery Issue?

« on: May 14, 2012, 10:09:51 PM »

I'm not sure if this helps, but batteries last longer on my 7D than my wife's 5D2. I attribute that to newer more efficient technology on the 7D.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Canon 5D3 vs 7D for birding thoughts

« on: April 09, 2012, 07:21:13 PM »

My question is to those who also have both cameras.  What have you noticed in the difference?  I am not looking for theoretical discussions here but practical ones from other individuals who have used both cameras.

My two cents: I had a T1i an moved up to a 7D with the 18-135. I love the camera but hated the kit lens. I got the 24-105 f/4 L and it made a big difference in IQ. I believe that the 18mp sensor commands good glass. My conclusion - go for the glass!

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5D MK III Sample Images / Re: 5d MK3 Shows horizontal and vertical lines!

« on: April 06, 2012, 10:33:18 AM »

I'm sorry, but you have burned your 5D sensor...

Have you shot some laser?

www.youtube.com/watch?v=onkey5D3Yfk

You may be screwed, looks like you shot video that had lasers hitting sensor. I agree with this poster I quoted

Wow - Sorry for your luck - good info to know

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EOS Bodies / Re: The (un)official I'm switching to Nikon thread

« on: March 01, 2012, 07:15:52 AM »

I want to switch from Nikon, because i do not like the D800:-)
My question: Is this the right thread for me?

Let's establish the protocol - That would be the Nikon rumors website!