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Lenses / Re: Reikan FoCal for Mac?

« on: May 24, 2012, 12:20:02 AM »

Ditto.

Make sure to go to devices>usb, and be sure that the camera is recognized.

Worked like a charm

sek

Not that I've heard.  In the meantime, I run it on my MBP via a Parallels virtual machine.

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: RAW vs JPEG debate in the light of 5DIII improvements

« on: May 23, 2012, 09:29:13 AM »

I think that is the point here.  Raw gives more latitude to correct sub-optimal pics.  That is not to say that the photographer is not technically good, it is to say that in the event where you may not have good lighting etc., this is a lifesaver. 

If you have ideal conditions, jpeg may be the way to go, maybe not.  Raw will give a lot more options to be creative in pp.

Regarding the debate wedding vs. nature, they are different, and both have challenges.  On the whole, however, shooting in the wild is way different, and raw is a lifesaver. 

If you can shoot jpeg at a wedding and get 20K/per, I want to be your assistant. 


sek

From what I understood of it, their problems with the in-camera Jpeg processing were to do with the default settings for noise reduction and sharpening which could be turned off? Personally I shoot just RAWs, but I don't have any special reason for doing so, except that it's easier in post to alter stuff if I messed up when shooting.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Anyone with news about Mk3 in-stock?

« on: May 22, 2012, 01:20:01 PM »

Adorama.  I purchased one on Friday, and tracking says it will be here tomorrow.  I have to say however that the guy taking the order messed it all up, and took about two days of back and forth to get it finally to work.  Then, he shipped it to the wrong town!  Finally, I got UPS to change it and that set me back a day- so delivery tomorrow.

Needless to say, it was frustrating, but they had them as of Friday.  If you use them, be sure you quadruple check them, and carefully check tracking information too.

sek

Just curious if anyone knows of anywhere reputable that has stock of the MK3. I got my money in a little too late for the second shipment.

Thanks!

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Lenses / Re: Would anyone consider this to be "pro-level" lens choices? Read on..

« on: May 22, 2012, 01:16:35 PM »

The 70-200 f4L IS is a great lens.  It has some major advantages of the 2.8 II- it is smaller, and weighs a lot less, making it much more portable.  It produces wonderful, tack sharp pics with good contrast and color.  You should be very happy with it.
I have a 17-40 f4L and it is fairly sharp at around f6 to 8, and so I don't love this lens, and I am replacing it with the 24-105L which comes in the 5dIII kit.

sek

I'd also say skip the 24-105.   It's strength is being an all-purpose lens - good if you want to leave the rest of your bag at home - but if you typically carry multiple lenses with you, I'll bet you'd rarely use it. 

If you do add the 70-200 f4 IS (which is a fantastic lens, by the way - SO sharp), the only weakness in your lineup would be a lens with reach and wide aperture for low light.  The 85 1.8 or the 135L might fill that gap and get used more than the 24-105, imho

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EOS Bodies - For Video / Re: Help

« on: May 20, 2012, 04:26:30 PM »

Go to your card website, they wwill likely have a program to help.

Do not use  card until you recover data.
sek

http://www.handyrecovery.com/  has worked for me in the past

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: 5DM3 ISO 1600/3200 bad technique, or broken camera?

« on: May 19, 2012, 08:54:24 PM »

Calibrate your lenses?

heres another

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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: Graduation party – suggestions, please !!!

« on: May 14, 2012, 10:36:58 PM »

Here are some things to think about.

Get a shooting buddy with about your level of expertise, that way, pressure is off of you.
Second, go to the venue, and check it out, take some shots, even if just of chairs.
Get a flash bracket and cord
I like to shoot flash in manual.
Extra batteries (camera, flash), extra memory cards.
I doubt you will need the longer lenses, so simplify.
Shoot jpeg, and raw(=/-)
Don't forget to get high and low positions and interesting compositions.
Have a great time.

Hello, I have been following canonrumors.com lately, but never posted any questions and I guess it’s time post one to get your help -

Photography is my hobby and I have been taking pictures of my family and friends for some time but never did any serious photography before, but I have a good opportunity now to do one.  One of my friends is doing his daughter’s graduation party next month and the party is going to be in a hotel and I am planning shoot the whole party end to end. There will be at least 150 people attending the party. I have the below gear –

5D Mark III (planning to rent)
7D body
24-105 f/4.0 L
70-200 2.8 L II
85mm 1.8
430 EX II flash

Here is what I need your suggestions on -
1. Do need to have any additional lenses?
2. Since the party is going to be in a hotel, I am not sure if the place is going to be bright enough. Do I need to 
    carry any additional lights that will give me enough shutter speed to get sharp pictures?
3. What kind of diffusers are better in case I need to use flash?
4. Do I need to carry any additional gear?
5. Any tips and techniques?

Thank you in advance for all your suggestions, I appreciate it!
A BIG thank you to canonrumors.com - the information I find here is very helpful.

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EOS Bodies / Re: My 5diii review..

« on: May 13, 2012, 01:34:31 PM »

Maybe impossible in fact to get a focus lock with 5D II

Nice pics.

If you can't be bothered to look, the conclusion is that the 5diii is the best overall wedding camera However it's not without it's faults - mainly this is with the viewfinder focus points issues but also some extra auto ISO options would be good, UHS SD card compatibility and more DR from the sensor.

http://www.phildweddingphotography.co.uk/index.php/2012/05/canon-5diii-for-weddings/

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ISO8000!

These types of ambient light shots would have been especially difficult to capture with the 5dii:

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Lenses / Re: 100-400mm vs. 70-300L for basically the same exact price used? Which one?

« on: May 12, 2012, 01:59:26 AM »

A girl with a beard?

The answer is obvious.  You need to either disguise yourself as a bikini-clad girl to get in closer

Now that would get me locked away ...... or I would have to have an all over waxing and shave the beard off

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EOS Bodies / Re: Why canon sucks ass:

« on: May 11, 2012, 09:32:27 AM »

Disclaimer:  "I am not a prude"

That said, and without seeming the hypocrite, I could not finish this article due to the expletives, slang, and disgruntled rants. He may or may not have valid points, but I won't waste my time sorting through this ill-mannered individuals writing.  Too bad, it sounded like it could have been much more than it was.

Seems the author of that article is a dumbass

+1

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EOS Bodies / Re: Is this heresy?

« on: May 09, 2012, 08:14:29 AM »

I say, keep the woman happy, and that will keep you happy.  Unless you want to do baby duty and YOU get the goo on you!&D sounds good, but the question is, what does she want?

I vote for the 7D too. Take advantage of the double rebate right now with the 35L 1.4... Just tell her the lens is for her but when it comes let her play with the 50 instead...

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5D MK III Sample Images / Re: 5D3 for landscapes

« on: May 08, 2012, 09:27:23 PM »

Very nice.  #3 and # 4 I like best.

Why did you use quick view?  What were the advantages for this shoot?

I like 'em!  What were the specs you used?  Tripod, I'm guessing...

Yeah. Tripod, 5d3, 24 1.4 L II, 50 1.4, and a Sigma 15mm fisheye. I used a B+W 10 stop ND filter and got my exposures in the 60-100 second range. Cable release as well. Shot on live view.

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Site Information / Re: Seeing if my "camera" changes at 100 posts.........

« on: May 08, 2012, 09:09:47 AM »

Nice to have goals!

I currently have 98 posts and this is my 99th.  I want to see if my rating of PowerShot G12 changes when I hit 100.

So this reply is my 100th post....

Re-SULT!  I see that I am now a "T3i". 

I'd like to thank my wife for putting up with my constant posting, and also the moderators who make all this possible.  And also all the "dreamers" out there.  You keep on dreaming and someday perhaps you too can soar at these heights.  Thank you.    Thank you.

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Lenses / Re: Shooting people with a 16-35... Any good ?

« on: May 06, 2012, 09:37:16 AM »

As a general rule, to avoid mid-face distortion it is best to avoid short focal length lenses.  Around 80mm and up on ff.  Disclaimer: I am not a portrait photographer.

I am expecting my 16-35 to ship with my 5d3 soon... I never used a 16-35 and i am buying it for my honeymoon in italy...
My question is, is it a good idea to use the 16-35 to shoot my wife-to-be and myself to have a good landscape scene in the background or shall i stick with the 24-105 for people shots and use the 16-35 only for landscapes?
Any people shots are welcome especially @16mm.

Thanks

The ultra wide angle lens is never good for portrait work.  If you include people in your shoot, it either be too small or far.  If you bring them closer as your main subject, you will distort them in some ways you won't like.  You will definitely have problem balancing the subject and the background.  It will force you to compose your shot critically and this will 'slow' you down.  I don't think your bride will have patience standing still while you are composing the shoot.

Since you are on a honeymoon, you would be better off with your 24 - 105 lens

Enjoy!

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Lens Gallery / Re: Canon 100-400 mm 4.5 - 5.6, May 5th Moon

« on: May 06, 2012, 01:42:55 AM »

Very nice shot indeed!  I really love that you can see the stars around the moon.

Sadly, I had an overcast night tonight.

sek

1/500th second.