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Animal Kingdom / Re: Orange mohawk

« on: July 04, 2012, 01:30:40 PM »

What was this shot with? And I agree with some focus stacking, that or shooting a few stops up, like a f8-f10. But I do like the color and style of the shot, right in your face, very cool.

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Technical Support / Re: 5D Mark III Problems

« on: July 04, 2012, 01:15:22 PM »

I dont think this is a MK3 issue. I think this is either you need to update your Mac (adding support for MK3 Raw files) or your memory card is corrupt. Make sure you do a format on the camera, fire some shots, make sure you can see them when hitting the 'Play' button. Then try and do a import. If possible find another computer you can load the files into, and then use DPP to import. Another base test is to see if you can view the JPGs on the card, if you are shooting 2 formats. Good luck.

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EOS Bodies / Re: 5D3 New Firmware

« on: June 15, 2012, 09:17:38 PM »

http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=6409.30

This is what I think he was referring to, is this supposed to still happen?

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Pricewatch Deals / Re: The Lens Bracelet - Pro Series

« on: June 10, 2012, 11:10:11 AM »

Perhaps he should make a c*<k ring

ET

+1 +1 +1

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EOS Bodies / Re: Heavy camera...best strap?

« on: June 09, 2012, 06:52:02 PM »

Meh. I use Couch straps. They're made of vinyl, look great, are far stronger and more comfortable than the Canon strap... AND they look sexy. No, I don't work for them. I've just been super impressed by them as a company.

Guitar straps? Legit

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Lenses / Re: Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Information.

« on: June 07, 2012, 03:19:48 PM »

would love to see an L series version

Agreed

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Lenses / Re: Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Information.

« on: June 07, 2012, 03:18:45 PM »

If you want a really good feel for what this will be like, lock together a body cap and a rear lens cap and hold them flush against the lens mount of your camera.

Indeed, if it's really under $200, I can easily see it becoming a popular choice for a replacement body cap! think about it...you can either cap the body with a bulky lens (even the Plastic Fantastic is awkward as a body cap), a functionless piece of plastic, or an actual lens that's right about at the textbook "normal" focal length for full frame.

I'll personally wait for some lens reviews...but if the IQ wide open doesn't suck, I can easily see getting at least one per body.

b&

I love this idea, and very functional too!

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Lenses / Re: 85L

« on: June 06, 2012, 07:03:27 PM »

I think I am quoting another member here by saying, it is like parking a Ferrari on the body of your camera. I love the feel of it, the look of it, and it shoots with ooooooh so buttery bokeh, love everything about it.

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Lenses / Re: Proper way to set down gripped camera

« on: May 31, 2012, 10:55:55 AM »

I usually set my cameras down so the left side (opposite the shutter button) is down against the surface - makes it easy to pick up at the handgrip, and also I have a QR plate on the bottom.

That is what I was thinking to do too, thanks for confirming this!

Its not going to damage the lens mount, its much stronger than that.  Just make sure its stable, falling over isn't good for it.  A good carry strap is best, but is not always a practical thing in some situations.

With a 600mm on there, I assumed the same thing, but you know what they say about assuming. Thanks for your input on this topic

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Lenses / Proper way to set down gripped camera

« on: May 30, 2012, 12:59:15 PM »

I am getting back into photography here and doing well with some local clients, but today received my new 70-200mm f/2.8 II lens, and have it mounted on a 5DMK3 with a grip. When the camera+lens is not is use or I am adjusting a set, I just set it down, but with this longer lens it puts alot of pressure on the joint between the camera and lens. Is this ok to do or should I set the camera up vertical on the lens? I appreciate any and all answers here.

I did look in all my Canon manuals and did not see it, and also did some searches on the forum, so I apologize if this is a duplicate post topic, thanks again!

Regards,

Shane

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EOS Bodies / Re: Chinese Alternative BG-E11 for 5D III not as bad

« on: May 29, 2012, 05:59:03 PM »

Got my factory Canon grip this week. Absolutely love it. Would not buy a chinese alternative, I earn well doing what I do, so why buy 2nd's? I respect the Canon brand and continue to and have no reason to 1/2 a purchase. I will admit though, the wait for the Grip was a bit much :-).

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EOS Bodies / Re: BG-E11 availability

« on: May 24, 2012, 10:44:32 AM »

Has anyone received one from B&H?  I ordered mine on 3/26 and it is still showing as backordered.

I havent, cancelled mine today from b&h and had ordered one from 17th street hoto on amazon, reluctantly. Not only am I satisfied with the overnight delivery, but happy to know the wait is over! All showed up as expected and now as another poster mentioned, my pinky has a place to sit again!

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Speedlites, Printers, Accessories / Re: Canon BG-E11 Battery Grip Pics & Preview

« on: May 22, 2012, 08:59:39 PM »

Two points:

1) working professionals will write 100% of the $350 off, or at least depreciate it over several years as an asset.
2) the global exchange is incredibly different from where it was when the BG-E6 was introduced, hence a higher price.

I see higher MSRP as a good thing, as it raises the cost of entry for fauxtogs. I can always adjust rates, capture+processing, retouching fees to accommodate the cost of the new body over 2-3 years.

It costs what it costs - quit griping and make pictures!

+1 +1

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EOS Bodies / Re: BG-E11 availability

« on: May 21, 2012, 05:11:29 PM »

I pulled the trigger on the last one in stock @ 17th street. Never ordered from them, fingers are crossed.

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Lenses / Re: Which Macro Lens Would You Recommend?

« on: May 19, 2012, 10:27:02 AM »

100mm f2.8L IS.... love it