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EOS Bodies / Re: What does the "D" in all camera bodies mean?
« on: September 25, 2012, 12:47:59 PM »
Amazing that this thread got to be so long! (AND I am adding to it, too) 
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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon EOS 3D at 46.1mp Next Month? [CR1]
« on: September 25, 2012, 12:34:34 PM »I propose a short Q/A round:
Q: Is 46.1MP enough?
A: Yes, it is
Q: Is 46.1 enough?
A: No, you want 46.2 at least
Q: Will you be dissapointed with AF/FPS/DR/ISO/VF/LCD/Rate Button/camera format/sealing etc?
A. Yes you will
Q: Will it be a good camera anynway?
A: Yes it will be a great camera
Q: Will Sony/Nikon sensors be still better?
A: Yes they will be better
Q: Despite worse sensor will people be satisfied anyway?
A: Yes, those who will buy, will be very satisfied
Q: Will you complain about the price?
A: Yes, all the time. This is much too expensive.
Q: Will Canon delay it's delivery?
A: Most probably yes (80/20)
Q: Will be there a lot of preorders anyway?
A: Yes, a lot of them
Q: Will it have light leaks/paint scratches/firmware issues et.c?
A: Yes it will have
Q: WIll you buy it?
A: Yes, after 6-24 months when price drops. Or 5D3. Or 1Dx. Or D800...
Q: Will DxO value it high?
A: No, it will not
Q: Will Ken like it?
A: Yes, Ken will like it.
Q: How many people will tell, that this is finally the time they will switch to Nikon?
A: As usual the same guys
Q: Will it be better than 5D3 or 1Dx?
A: I will not answer that - I have to leave some place for you on this forum
Q: Have you bought iPhone 5 already?
A: ...
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Lenses / Re: 70-300mm For my 5DM2
« on: September 24, 2012, 10:25:15 PM »If you are in the U.S.: ACT RIGHT NOW. The Canon Refurbished Store is having their 20% off sale and the 70-300 L is just over $1,000. http://shop.usa.canon.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10051_10051_327247_-1?WT.mc_id=C126149
You might even get free shipping with Coupon Code; SHIP712 (see CanonPriceWatch.com). This is a fantastic lens and if you can swing it, buy it.
Now, if you absolutely cannot afford the "L" lens, I would honestly recommend going a cheap route and picking up the new Tamron 70-300 stabilized lens. It is less expensive than the Canon IS lens, but from all accounts it is sharper. I had that lens before I gave in to the desire for the "L." Don't get me wrong, the "L" lens is much better (sharper, weathersealed, built like a tank, etc.) but I really had few complaints about the Tamron. It was as sharp or sharper than the 55-250 mm lens, which is actually quite sharp (although not USM and lacks build quality). I don't have any experience with the 70-300 non "L" IS lens, but from reviews, etc. it doesn't seem to be a stellar performer and is more expensive than the Tamron.
Only problem I ever had with the Tamron was an occasional hangup when it would hunt for a focus point. Although I honestly don't know if that was a problem with the lens or with the 7D center focus point not being able to focus on a subject due to contrast issues.
Anyway, that's my two-cents.
I cannot comment on the 70-300L.
But I tested both the 70-300 non-L and Tamron 70-300 VC before my purchase. I personally thought the Tamron to be a better lens and so purchased that (and returned the non-L 70-300). I fully realized that what I was buying was not going to be able to compete with 70-300L, but the L was out of reach. With fulltime manual focus (more so with back button focusing), non-rotating front element, and a fantastic VC this Tamron 70-300 has made me pretty happy.
I owned all three (Canon L, Canon non-L and Tamron) some time or the other, with overlaps. The Canon is the worst of the lot in ergonomics, and it sucks that the AF is not ring USM-based, especially on a 7D with AF servo. However, I had no complaints about IQ. The Tamron is better w.r.t. IQ at longer focal lengths, and ergonomics is very nice due to the VSD. The Canon L is the best as expected, but after a while I felt that the Tamron is sufficient for me and the money was better spent on f/2.8 glass. If you are considering Canon non-L to begin with, I'd consider the Tamron instead and weigh if I want the slight improvement the Canon L offers more (for pros it's a no-brainer, I am sure) or if the 24-105 will be more useful.
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EOS Bodies / Re: EOS 7D Mark II, EOS 70D & 700D in 2013? [CR1]
« on: September 23, 2012, 08:45:28 PM ». if 7D2 came out APS-C... than the APS-H sensor will be officially killed by Canon. I understand the cost / production factor; but they will kill the biggest advantage ( marketing effect ) they ever had over the competition considering the last announcements in DSLR world by Nikon and Sony.
Is it such a big loss for Canon if they ditch the APS-H? As far as I understand, APS-H filled a stop gap role to provide a bigger sensor when digital FF hadn't been built yet. That is no longer relevant. Also, it provided a lower resolution/file size to allow for high burst/frame rates. That is also irrelevant with the faster processors. Finally, it allowed for longer reach for sports/wildlife shooters. I can see that easily covered by an in-camera APS-H crop mode on FF cameras, if the FF resolution is >26 MP. Not that the APS-H cameras were particularly cheap! On the other hand, their FOVCF goes only down to 1.3 times of the widest EF focal length (~18mm). Am I missing something here?
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EOS Bodies / Re: EOS 7D Mark II, EOS 70D & 700D in 2013? [CR1]
« on: September 23, 2012, 04:33:23 PM »Should hit shelves about 2015. The one thing I hate about Canon is that they make an announcement and then it is months before the product is available. Getting tired of that. Why don't you wait until you are only a week or two away from release before making the announcement?
Guess that allows people to plan ahead, and gives Canon some time to study the response and makes tweaks if necessary. This might not necessary be Canon's motive behind the delay, though.
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EOS Bodies / Re: EOS 7D Mark II, EOS 70D & 700D in 2013? [CR1]
« on: September 23, 2012, 01:40:32 PM »new sensor line will appear in 2013 that will be seen across the entire APS-C lineup. Expect to see the first announcements in the first half of 2013.
If this is true, then that's very good news. Canon built an excellent APS-C camera, and while we are all happy shooting with it- they do ample R&D to bring out a better sensor and cover the only possible flaw in the camera. The time span is sufficient for us to get money's worth out of the camera as well (not talking about Pros- who possibly would do that in a month?). Dual CF cards will be nice, though. Me likey!
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EOS Bodies / Re: 7DII feature requests...
« on: September 23, 2012, 12:12:44 AM »
I believe everyone agrees with the low noise/higher light sensitivity bit. Two cards will be great, too. I am sure Pros don't care about the Wifi and GPS, but I don't mind it.
I am low on technical knowhow here- but would lower noise and higher sensitivity depend MORE on the sensor or on the processor? (Please note the MORE- I am aware that both affect the output)
I am low on technical knowhow here- but would lower noise and higher sensitivity depend MORE on the sensor or on the processor? (Please note the MORE- I am aware that both affect the output)
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Lenses / Re: How to Test a Lens
« on: September 21, 2012, 03:50:42 PM »
I always test lenses using everyday objects, but the again my demands aren't as exacting as possibly a professional's. I once downloaded and printed out the Edmund's chart, but found it unnecessary and cumbersome. I shoot indoors during daytime using filtered sunlight, with the camera on a tripod. I check for color fringing and front or back focusing at all apertures and both at the wide and tele end. I use a long steel ruler for the latter.
Never owned the 24-70, although was blown away by the IQ of the 70-200 2.8 IS vII compared even to the 70-200 4 IS- totally subjective though, no technical comparisons. Bought the 70-200 2.8 IS vI since and can't be happier.
Never owned the 24-70, although was blown away by the IQ of the 70-200 2.8 IS vII compared even to the 70-200 4 IS- totally subjective though, no technical comparisons. Bought the 70-200 2.8 IS vI since and can't be happier.
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Lenses / Re: Just got new 17-40 f/4L packed with "EF lens" CD
« on: September 21, 2012, 03:31:17 PM »
Yeah Canon wouldn't do it with bodies. I wonder if anyone reads lens user guides.
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Lenses / Can crop sensor users expect something like the 35 f/1.8 in the near future?
« on: September 21, 2012, 12:33:29 AM »
The 35 f/1.8 is an excellent quasi-normal prime for the DX cameras (I say quasi-normal because it does not emulate my vision like a 50mm does although it has a similar field of view as 50mm in a FF). But on the Canon side, even though I have used the 28 f/1.8 I didn't like it much (I wouldn't say sharpness was the issue- I am not a sucker for pixel peeping- I just didn't like the images I shot- maybe my mistake), the 35 f/2 lacks USM which I prefer very much. Also both these are more expensive. Anything on the horizon for us crop-sensor users who cannot afford the 35 f/1.4? Any ideas?
P.S. I acknowledge there are other non-Canon primes in this range, but here I want to know if Canon has anything in the pipeline.
P.S. I acknowledge there are other non-Canon primes in this range, but here I want to know if Canon has anything in the pipeline.
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EOS Bodies - For Stills / Re: /D: Embarrassing question
« on: September 20, 2012, 02:30:57 AM »
This might sound silly but: do you have a CF card in? The camera may have No AF when no CF card present Enabled. I had this problem few weeks back when I tried to purchase a 70-200. The seller had brought his 5DII but didn't had the CF card and the AF wouldn't work giving us both palpitations (me because I really liked the lens and it was a great deal). Hope it works out for you!
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Lenses / Re: What lenses do you own?
« on: September 20, 2012, 02:13:36 AM »
1) What lenses do you own and why do you love/hate each of them?
EF-S 10-22mm: Love the lens. Still fondly remember the day I bought it, and my life has changed ever since
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EF-S 17-55mm: Very nice lens. Had a lot of thought before biting the bullet due to the price and adverse comments on the net. Buying it has taught me to try out for myself instead.
EF-S 18-55mm: Bought it to substitute for the 17-55 in less than ideal weather, but have used it very little. Nice decent lens, but the ergonomics annoy me (have to change to MF and turn down the barrel after using it). Will sell it pretty soon.
EF 50mm: Very nice lens. My copy is as sharp as I need wide open, and it made me to sell my 50 1.4 when I compared the two at similar apertures.
EF 70-200mm 2.8 Mark I: I loved the Mark II when I rented it, but cannot afford to buy it- so settled for the Mark I when I got it for a really good price. Turns out, it is all I needed
Tamron 70-300mm VC USD: Very nice lightweight telephoto. Plenty sharp, quick, silent and precise AF.
2) How long have you been into photography?
I got my first dSLR, a 50D, in 2009.
3) Any random tips for a noob like myself?
I consider myself pretty much a newbie- my first priority is to understand ambient lighting- what to look for, what to avoid, and how to utilize what I have. The only way to learn is to take lots and lots of photos, and review what could be missing. I hope I can post some in this forum and ask for suggestions from the nice gentlemen who inhabit these lands.
EF-S 10-22mm: Love the lens. Still fondly remember the day I bought it, and my life has changed ever since
.EF-S 17-55mm: Very nice lens. Had a lot of thought before biting the bullet due to the price and adverse comments on the net. Buying it has taught me to try out for myself instead.
EF-S 18-55mm: Bought it to substitute for the 17-55 in less than ideal weather, but have used it very little. Nice decent lens, but the ergonomics annoy me (have to change to MF and turn down the barrel after using it). Will sell it pretty soon.
EF 50mm: Very nice lens. My copy is as sharp as I need wide open, and it made me to sell my 50 1.4 when I compared the two at similar apertures.
EF 70-200mm 2.8 Mark I: I loved the Mark II when I rented it, but cannot afford to buy it- so settled for the Mark I when I got it for a really good price. Turns out, it is all I needed
Tamron 70-300mm VC USD: Very nice lightweight telephoto. Plenty sharp, quick, silent and precise AF.
2) How long have you been into photography?
I got my first dSLR, a 50D, in 2009.
3) Any random tips for a noob like myself?
I consider myself pretty much a newbie- my first priority is to understand ambient lighting- what to look for, what to avoid, and how to utilize what I have. The only way to learn is to take lots and lots of photos, and review what could be missing. I hope I can post some in this forum and ask for suggestions from the nice gentlemen who inhabit these lands.