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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Should I sell my 7D for a 6D?

« on: March 23, 2013, 10:54:15 PM »

I sold my 7D to help finance my 6D purchase.  I'm so glad that I did.  Image quality is far superior in my opinion.  For my style of shooting, I don't need 19 AF or the faster shutter.  The only real issue I have is the lack of a pop up flash or some form of wireless transmission for my flash.  Of course, now I don't need the flash anymore with the ISO performance :p

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Speedlites, Printers, Accessories / Re: Best diffuser for canon 430 ex II?

« on: March 22, 2013, 04:15:07 AM »

I've been using the Gary Fong lightsphere for awhile now. I've had pretty good results with it. I just got the rogue flashbender with softbox attachment. I'll try it out this weekend.

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Lenses / Re: Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG Sets New Benchmark for Excellence

« on: March 19, 2013, 06:20:59 AM »

Would the Sigma be noticeably better than the 24-105 on a 6D?  Most of my photos of cosplay are between 24 and 35mm.  I'm very happy with the 105 so far.  I already have a 40 2.8 and a 50 1.4 so maybe I'm getting too redundant.  Something about primes intrigues me though.  I think I have this desire to take the sharpest photo ever  . I'll consider renting one for my next event.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Experiences with the 6D

« on: March 16, 2013, 04:19:50 AM »

I upgraded from the 7D to the 6D. Low light images are vastly improved. I don't really notice any difference in AF performance.  I think the 7D AF was prob overkill for my shooting style.  I mostly shoot events where it's fairly dark or where I need to shoot small aperture.  I shot a car show mostly at f/8 and ISO 3200.  I needed no NR except in shots where I messed up exposure and had to correct in LR.  I have a grip so it fits my large hands better.  I adapted to the lack of a joystick within the first hour, but I admit that I shoot the center point mostly anyway.  I'm very satisfied with my purchase.

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6D Sample Images / Re: Photographs taken OF the Canon EOS 6D

« on: March 12, 2013, 01:00:53 AM »

Great pics.  I love my 6D.  I'm looking forward to renting a 300 f/4 IS for an upcoming event.  I'm already in love with the 24-105.  I'm still not sure which would be better for me.  The 300 or the 100-400. I should have it figured out in 6 months.  Thx for the pics.

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Lens Gallery / Re: Canon EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM

« on: March 04, 2013, 08:08:10 PM »

Cars!


1/80, f/8, ISO 6400, 28mm.  (masking 57, sharpening 41, luminance 23)
Was using my landscape CP on this one, vignettes like crazy at 35 and wider.  Need a slim CP.


1/80, f/8, ISO 2000, 35mm


1/30, f/8, ISO 1600, 24mm


1/125, f/5.6, ISO 3200, 35mm

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Lenses / Re: your goto everyday lens and why?

« on: March 04, 2013, 05:21:30 AM »

I'm using the 24-105. I have a 70-200 just in case.  2.8 glass is still a bit out of my price range.  I'm hoping to upgrade to the 70-200 2.8 by next year though.  The 40 is my body cap :p

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Lenses / Re: Canon 6D (Body Only) which lens to purchase?

« on: February 26, 2013, 06:21:16 PM »

The 24-105 is fantastic.  Have to use lens correction for the wider range, but it's very good.

ISO 3200, f/8, 1/13, 35mm, Canon 6D

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Lenses / Re: lens recommendation soccer

« on: February 17, 2013, 08:52:08 PM »

I'm considering putting together a kit for reach with my 6D.  I'm looking at the 300 f/4 IS with 1.4 or the 400 5.6.  Im not sure which set up would give me the best sharpness.  I'm also planning on shooting indoor events where I may not be able to get close to the stage, which is why I considered the IS.  I'll be renting one of the lenses and was wondering if anyone had experience with either.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 7D - Worth Buying ???

« on: February 15, 2013, 07:34:46 PM »

I upgraded from the 7D to the 6D. The 7D is still great, but I needed high ISO performance for events, and the 6D does not disappoint.  In low light, it basically becomes a 1 point AF DSLR, but that one point grabs focus like a tractor beam  . For my style, FF is the way to go.

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Software & Accessories / Re: 6D IOS remote app ?

« on: February 11, 2013, 06:35:22 PM »

I'm using it on the iPad mini.  Works great once it's set up. 

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Software & Accessories / Re: Anyone hooking tablets to the 5D3?

« on: February 11, 2013, 06:32:57 PM »

Is it possible to do this on my friend's 7D without jailbreaking a device?  The camera adapter from apple makes it a snap to transfer photos, but no control or live view.  I'm really liking the wifi control on the 6D, but I wonder if its the way of the future or a gimmick.

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Lenses / Re: Finally!

« on: February 05, 2013, 11:53:28 PM »

It's a great lens.  Took some very sharp pics with the 7D.  I've got a 6D now, and once the weather is less blah, I hope to get many more (and really give the 6D AF a test)

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Canon General / Re: Canon Inc posted a 17.9 percent drop in quarterly operating profit

« on: January 31, 2013, 06:52:48 PM »

The state of the economy could also explain it.  With unemployment and increasing taxes, people probably are less willing to drop several hundred to thousands of dollars on cameras.  If we petition the Government to ban cameras, maybe sales would increase.  Worked for guns.

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Pricewatch Deals / Re: Canon 6D - Meike grip on ebay for under $40

« on: January 18, 2013, 05:48:57 PM »

Just got mine today.  Attaches very well to the body.  There's no movement once it's locked down.  All the buttons are functioning correctly.  Time will tell as far as durability is concerned.  It's my first grip, so it feels a little weird.  I'll be taking lots of verticals at events this year, can't wait to try it out.