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Animal Kingdom / Re: MY dog

« on: November 20, 2012, 07:20:26 PM »

Blizzard....

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Third Party Manufacturers / Nikon D600 price drop $1,996

« on: November 18, 2012, 08:23:48 AM »

fyi....

http://www.nikonpricewatch.com/product/04030/Nikon-D600-price.html

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: What do you Love about the 5D3? POLL!

« on: November 10, 2012, 03:08:34 PM »

I love the ergonomics, and the 61 pt focus system in combination with being able to shoot 6 fps, which makes the camera so much more versatile.

One other thing I love about the 5D MKIII is the crystal clear glass LCD....Nikon's LCD are terrible!

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Refurbished 5D MK3s?

« on: November 07, 2012, 06:57:07 PM »

Canon has not been selling refurb 5D MK III's.  They usually let them pile up for a year or so.  The Used cameras that B&H sells are not Canon refurbished.  We may see Canon refurbished 5D MK III bodies at B&H, and Adorama before they appear on Canons site.

I guess what I don't understand is why refurbished Nikon D800s have been available at Adorama for the past few weeks, yet they have no refurbished 5D MK III's listed....only used 5D MKIII.   The 5D MKIII has been on the market longer, so I would think there would be refurbished cameras available for sale. 

http://www.adorama.com/INKD800R.html

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Third Party Manufacturers / Sony price watch website???

« on: November 04, 2012, 07:30:28 PM »

I'm trying to find a website similar to canonpricewatch.com and nikonpricewatch.com, but I can't find one.  Does anyone know of a website that lists the best prices for Sony cameras, and also has a feature to set-up an email price alert?

I would like to find the best deal on the Sony RX100, and set an e-mail price alert.

thanks

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Lenses / Re: Canon 24-70 II Or Primes Particularly 50MM 1.2L

« on: November 04, 2012, 10:26:06 AM »

im using a 1dx

i already have 24,35,85l and 70-200.

im thinkng of selling the 24 and get a 24-70 or get a 50l.
im quite torn on what to get,  i thnk ill miss the 24, its giving out really good images,

Why do you want to sell the 24LII, and replace it with the 50L/1.2.....is it because the 24L limits the type of photography you're doing, and the 50L will give you more flexibility with the type of photos you can take: landscape, portrait, street, sports?

The reason I ask is because I'm considering purchasing the 24LII, but I feel the use will be limited to just landscape photography, where as the 50L would cover a variety of photography uses, therefore I will use the the 50L a lot more than I would the 24LII.

thanks

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Reviews / Re: Review - Canon EF 50mm 1.2L USM

« on: November 04, 2012, 10:00:17 AM »

Excellent review! 

Do you use the 50/1.2 at all for low light landscape photography...city skyline, nighttime sky with the stars and moon, outdoor Christmas lights?  If so, do you have any photos you can share?

Thanks

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Refurbished 5D MK3s?

« on: November 03, 2012, 09:52:41 PM »

Why are there no 5D MK3s listed on the Canon refurbished website, or for sale by the major camera stores? 

What happens to the cameras that have been used, and get returned within 30 days to Adorama, B&H, etc...those cameras can not be resold as new, correct?

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Lenses / Re: Hoya UV filters

« on: November 01, 2012, 11:10:56 PM »

Does anyone know how the Hoya HD2 filters stack up against the B&W MRC filters?

http://www.adorama.com/HY77UVHD2.html

I have the original Hoya HD filters, but I know many of you like B&W.  I need to purchase a new 77mm filter, so I'm looking at the Hoya HD2, or the B&W MRC, which is $37 cheaper than the HD2.

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: D600 High ISO Examples

« on: November 01, 2012, 08:40:32 PM »

I just purchased an open box D600 with full factory warranty from Crutchfield for $1,889....also, I took advantage of the befrufal.com 2.7% cash back to save another $51.  This will be my dad's Christmas present...he is going to be one happy camper!

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PowerShot Cameras / Re: G15 or G1X for my mom???

« on: October 29, 2012, 07:16:32 PM »

Thanks for the feedback!  Also, I should mention that less than 20% of the photos she'll be taking are going to be action type shots, plus her current camera is a 6 year-old point and shoot Fuji S5200 5.1 mp camera, so anything I buy her will be a significant upgrade!

I just noticed the G1X is on sale for $399 with the $400 rebate gift card offer....man that price is hard to pass up!

I broke down and ordered one for my wife today.
Considering I can sell the printer for $250 and the software for $30, the net cost is under $150.  When I sell her old G11 for $250-$300, I'll not only be getting a new and better camera with a warranty, but $100-150 back.  Better than a free upgrade.

I took advantage of the G1X deal and made the purchase today as well.

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PowerShot Cameras / Re: G15 or G1X for my mom???

« on: October 28, 2012, 08:28:47 PM »

Thanks for the feedback!  Also, I should mention that less than 20% of the photos she'll be taking are going to be action type shots, plus her current camera is a 6 year-old point and shoot Fuji S5200 5.1 mp camera, so anything I buy her will be a significant upgrade!

I just noticed the G1X is on sale for $399 with the $400 rebate gift card offer....man that price is hard to pass up!

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PowerShot Cameras / Re: G15 or G1X for my mom???

« on: October 28, 2012, 07:49:39 PM »

^^^^
I'd like to avoid a DSLR due to the size and weight....I'd prefer to have a camera small enough that she could carry in her purse and have with her at all times, because her cell phone does not have a camera.

Between the G15 and G1X, which would be best for her needs?

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PowerShot Cameras / G15 or G1X for my mom???

« on: October 28, 2012, 06:47:41 PM »

I'm looking to purchase a new point and shoot camera for my mom for Christmas.  My mom is 60 years-old, and she knows absolutely nothing about cameras, but I want to purchase her a camera that takes great photos.  Here are things to consider:

*  She wants an LCD that can be viewed in sunlight....she is always complaining that she can't see the LCD on her current camera in sunlight!
*  I have the Canon S100, but my mom tried it and she thinks it is too small for her, so that also rules out the Sony RX100.
*  The new camera will be used mostly to take photos at birthdays, holidays, family vacations, and the kids/family dogs running around.
*  The new camera needs to have good ISO performance and/or flash performance for different lighting conditions.

Based on these criteria, I've narrowed it down to the G15 and G1X, and I'm leaning toward the G15, because the reviews I've read state the G1X has slow autofocus, which could cause problems when she tries to take photos of the dogs and kids running around. 

What do you guys think would be the best camera for my mom?

Thanks

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Third Party Manufacturers / Re: D600 High ISO Examples

« on: October 28, 2012, 02:59:52 PM »

suggest to check for dust more frequently with your new camera since nikon d600 has sensor's dust spots problems...  i am not goin' to post link into this forum since i am not pretty sure whether i am going violate any thing with that;  however, google key search would be "Nikon D600 sensor’s dust spots caused by a gap around the shutter?"

Yep... mine gets dusty.  It is just dust though... and does get blown off with a Giottos Rocket Blower.  It is annoying... but worth the hassle (IMO) for the incredible image quality.

I'm actually surprised that I haven't seen this discussed here yet... Canon guys are usually pretty quick to jump on Nikon quality shortcomings (and the other way around on other forums!).

Has anyone heard if Nikon has a fix in the works to close the gap around the sensor, which allows the dust to enter?  I would think some tape, or a piece of rubber, to fill the gap around the sensor would be a easy production line fix.

I'm looking to purchase either the D600 or the 6D for my dad for Christmas, and right now I'm leaning toward the D600, but I'm going to wait until I know that Nikon has fixed the issue of dust getting on the sensor.