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EOS Bodies / Re: Very few EOS 1 bodies sold - wonder why!!

« on: June 05, 2011, 11:14:34 AM »

I don't know what the original intent was for this post?  There are many of these Pro bodies in the hands of working Pros and those that have the ability to afford them, than the average photog would imagine.  Just watch any major news or sporting event and you will see more 1D/1Ds cameras than any other model.  Why is that...because they (Pros) demand the best performance at any price.  However, how many 1D/1Ds bodies are sold really doesn't matter much to me or anyone else I know in the photo business, as long as there's enough of them made to go around!  I have shot motor sports since the 1970s with film SLRs and manual focus lenses, so I really appreciate what Canon has accomplished with the EOS-1 and EOS-1D/Ds series of cameras and EF lenses. There simply is not anything else out there that does what the 1D/Ds cameras do or do it as well, at this time.  Each time an updated model is released, many folks jump on it, as newer tech often results in better/sharper images.  I'm sure Canon loves this.  However, many pros and others too, keep their previous models until they are all used-up or are missing shots they might have "nailed" with newer equipment.  And I guess there are some that "just have to have the newest and greatest models of anything!"  Sure, we would all love it if the prices were lower...but that is just not going to happen in today's
market.  OBTW, my 5D, 5D Mk II and 7D don't get much use, as my 1D Mk IVs do it all and do it better!  I've never been disappointed with the 1.3 crop of the 1D4 or felt it necessary to use a FF model instead. Bottom line (really), you can't fairly compare non-pro body sales (including the great 5D/5D Mk II) with the pro models, different needs/markets!   
 

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Contests / Re: Blue Crane Digital Giveaway!

« on: May 26, 2011, 08:36:05 PM »

View this reflection shot, by rotating it 90 degrees to the left (portrait format) to see "the Devil in the Details!"  EOS 5D Mk II, EF 28-300L.
I could use the 1DMkIV DVD!

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Landscape / Re: Post Your Best Landscapes

« on: May 24, 2011, 12:59:56 PM »

Here's one for you. Sunset at the Saguaro NP (west), Tucson, AZ.
Straight from camera (1DMkIV, 70-300L), no post processing except for resizing for posting on this site:

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EOS Bodies / 1D Mk IV firmware update

« on: May 10, 2011, 03:18:30 PM »

CR Guy, Last year (Oct-Nov) it looked like a firmware update for the 1D Mk IV was just around the corner?  I realize several events have occurred that probably have had an effect on that.  However, we have seen firmware updates for other models released recently?  Any news from your Canon contacts on this subject lately?
Thanks!

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EOS Bodies / EOS-1D Mk IV pricing?

« on: May 05, 2011, 10:44:45 PM »

Have you seen the pricing for 1D4s on Amazon!  $7900 new, $7800 used!  I realize no one has them in stock, but almost $8000, really?  I have two and love them.  However, if offered a good price, I'd sell one of them in a heart beat.

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Contests / Re: Giveaway - Blue Crane Digital DVD's

« on: March 01, 2011, 09:58:26 AM »

Rebel
1Ds
5D Mk II
1D Mk IV

1D Mk IV Video

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EOS Bodies / Re: 1D Mark IV Firmware Coming Soon?

« on: October 25, 2010, 02:03:41 PM »

Darn it!  I was really hoping the next update for the 1D4 would have some new/revised features.  I was a little let down that the last update didn't have any new features, and now it sounds like more of the same.  Don't get me wrong, I really appreciate Canon for supporting products in the field with updates.  I just wish they would make more use of them ala 5DMkII and 7D updates, with real feature added/revised.  Still like to see things like: Navigation through shooting settings using the multi-function (joystick) controller as found on the 5D2 and 7D; Sound level adjustments as with the 5D2;  Make the spot focus function work with all lenses, not just the big guns;  Add a function to quickly jump between focus point expansion/disable expansion modes.  This would really help in focusing on small, fast moving subjects/subjects desired point of focus without having the point shift off the desired point in AI Servo. Would really benefit BIF and sports shooters;  Add a Function to quickly select separate cards for separate "Quality" independently, Eg, shooting "L" on the CF card and then quickly shooting an image to the SD card as "RAW" without having to go through all the current steps or have full-time dual recording.  Hopefully, they will do these and not just add them to a new Mk V some day.

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Canon General / Trade any one?

« on: October 06, 2010, 01:09:24 PM »

If any one out there has the black with red lettering (Canon) mono-pod cover they received with last year's CPS package, I have one that is red with white lettering (Canon) that I'd like to trade for the black one?  If your interested, contact me at:  t.steve49@yahoo.com

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EOS Bodies / Re: 1Ds Mark IV & More

« on: September 06, 2010, 10:05:51 AM »

 Hope the 1D4 update contains a few of the items I had on my "Wish List!".  Really would like to see the multiple-controller function as it does on the 5D2.  Sure makes for quick changes to shooting settings!  I guess anything Canon gives us will be helpful.  However, as I believe most 1D4 users shoot mostly if not exclusively stills, I'd like to see the update geared to the still and not video functions.  Of course, if the update does both, it's a win-win for all. 

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Canon General / Re: Auto Bracketing

« on: July 28, 2010, 01:57:00 PM »

I agree!  More than 3-shot bracketing would be nice in the non-1 series cameras.  Right now, the EOS-1D Mk IV allows a max of 7-shots and a min of 2.  Perhaps there might be a few folks that want more.  However, I'm not sure why more than a 7-shot bracket is really needed?  Actually, I'm really glad the 1D4 has the 2-shot bracket.  I have found this setting really handy, for shooting fast action subjects in rapidly changing light.  I wish this had been available in the EOS-1/1n/1v film cameras, as it was far more critical when shooting slide film than with digital imaging today.

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Canon General / EOS-1D Mk IV Firmware Wish List

« on: July 21, 2010, 11:00:14 AM »

I was really hoping the recently released firmware update for the 1D4 would contain a little more.  judging from the size, maybe a separate update is in the works for other than the Video changes/fixes of the last update.

I'd sure like to see the following, call it my wish list:
1.  Make the multi controller (joystick) able to make quick changes on the rear LCD from the Info screen, ala the 5D Mk II/7D.
2.  Add a manual sound level screen, also like that of the 5D2/7D.
3.  Make the spot focus function work with all lenses, not just the big guns.
4.  Add a function to quickly jump between focus point expansion/disable expansion modes.  This would really help in focusing on small, fast moving subjects/subjects desired point of focus without having the point shift off the desired point in AI Servo. Would really benefit BIF and sports shooters.
5.  Add a Function to quickly select separate cards for separate "Quality" independently.  Eg, shooting "L" on the CF card and then quickly shooting an image to the SD card as "RAW" without having to go through all the current steps.
There are probably more, I just can't think of them right now (senior moment)! 

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Lenses / Re: New f/4L EF Zoom [CR1]

« on: July 21, 2010, 10:24:22 AM »

The EF 28-200 has been around forever and could use a makeover (add IS).  Maybe replacing it with a 24-200 or 24-250 Would be nice.  In the film days and before the great EF 28-300 (heavy but outstanding performer) came along, this was my choice for travel and general shooting with my EOS-1V and 1n bodies.  Today a lens like that would be a great walk around/street lens and an even better choice than the very good EF 24-105!