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EOS Bodies / Re: 7d vs 60d

« on: March 13, 2012, 11:49:49 AM »

No AF micro adjustment on 60D.


Edit:   Much nicer ergonomics on 7D IMO. 

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Software & Accessories / Re: Any tips, precautions, upgrading from Lightroom 3 to 4?

« on: March 12, 2012, 09:15:57 PM »

Thanks Mt.  Spokane, I always appreciate your posts! 

I did not know that Windows 8 was that close on the horizon.  I have already ordered my Win 7 upgrade and its in the mail.   Maybe Windows 8 will be another Vista and I'll be glad I didn't wait.

I just got done building me a new PC (I do this about every 3 to 4 years) and I have 4 physical drives totaling 3.5 Terabytes.  One physical drive is allocated just for images, and another is for image backups and I have a 3rd drive, external USB, for backups as well which goes in my safe.  My LR data is also backed up.  So I hope when I install LR4 and import my old library all goes well.  I'll post my out come for others who might be in a similar situation.   I don't have a lot of edits or presets, but that is my concern that everything stays in tack. 

I noticed after I built my new PC (which also had a clean Windows & LR install), I seemed to have lost all my keywords from my images.  Funny thing is, the keywords were listed in LR but no longer associated with my images.

Not a real big deal on the keywords, but this is the very thing I'm confused on.  What file/s contains the edits for the images?  I always figure it was the lrcat file.


Good grief, what is going on with Karma?  I post a question, comment on a couple of things (very politely) and my smites more than double in just a few days.   

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Software & Accessories / Any tips, precautions, upgrading from Lightroom 3 to 4?

« on: March 12, 2012, 01:18:34 AM »

My current situation is this:  I currently use LR3 with Windows XP (32 bit).  In order to upgrade to LR4, I need Windows 7.  Upgrading XP to 7 requires a clean install--not an upgrade (I'd do a clean install anyway).

So once I install Windows 7 (64 bit) and then install LR4, I'm looking for any tips or precautions to maintain all my LR settings, presets, keywords, etc.  Didn't find much info on the web, so I'm asking the CR community.

I'm assuming if I import my LR catalog (*.lrcat file), I should be good but I'm not 100% sure if that includes everything.   I also have the "Lightroom Settings" folder with its sub folders (presets, etc.) backed up in case I need them. 

Thanks in advance

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Canon General / Re: OMG....you always get smited for offering your opinion!

« on: March 11, 2012, 04:07:24 PM »

@scaleusa - as we're talking about karma here, what's the reason you've got so much negative karma? You're not offensive, etc. If admins collect it so much, then maybe there's something wrong with it from start?

As administrator, I've had to do some unpopular things, like giving warnings, bans, etc.  Undoubtedly some of those start giving smites whenever they can.  It comes with the territory.

Unfortunately, the Karma system is not very flexible, and modifying it requires third party software which might make us venurable to hacking, or just plain be incompatible.  So, its all or nothing.

My vote would be nothing - it detracts from conversations about Canon gear. Let's face it, 99% of the people on here are loyal Canonites. Let's get on with posting about Canon related stuff and leave the school yard antics behind us.

+1

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Canon General / Re: Social experimant: I do not have enough smites soooo...

« on: March 10, 2012, 09:02:20 PM »

That video busted my gut!  .  Thanks for sharing.  No smites from me, all applauds

Interesting subject, several weeks ago when there was a poll for keeping karma, I voted to keep it.  Today I'd say pull it unless maybe you could see what post you got  neg or pos karma for.

I have a few smites and honestly I couldn't tell you why.   Read my posts.   I think my posts are either helpful, valid questions, or non controversial remarks.  Just remember, CR has a huge following, lots of folks, opinions, and personalities.

I'm convinced if you list your opinion and it differs from someone else, you will eventually get smitten.    Pretty sure I got dinged for listing "No flip-out screen" on my 7D II wish list.  Not losing any sleep over it

Quoting my own post, 2 new smites in just minutes since I posted this.  I rest my case.

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Canon General / Re: Social experimant: I do not have enough smites soooo...

« on: March 10, 2012, 08:36:52 PM »

That video busted my gut!  .  Thanks for sharing.  No smites from me, all applauds

Interesting subject, several weeks ago when there was a poll for keeping karma, I voted to keep it.  Today I'd say pull it unless maybe you could see what post you got  neg or pos karma for.

I have a few smites and honestly I couldn't tell you why.   Read my posts.   I think my posts are either helpful, valid questions, or non controversial remarks.  Just remember, CR has a huge following, lots of folks, opinions, and personalities.

I'm convinced if you list your opinion and it differs from someone else, you will eventually get smitten.    Pretty sure I got dinged for listing "No flip-out screen" on my 7D II wish list.  Not losing any sleep over it

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EOS Bodies / Re: 5D Mark III - Amazon availability?

« on: March 06, 2012, 11:55:35 PM »

Same here, preorders often arrive on release date.   I've even had a couple of items arrive a day early.

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Software & Accessories / Before you upgrade to Lightroom 4...

« on: March 06, 2012, 08:41:06 AM »

... check system requirments.   Just about punched in my online order for LR4 when I decided I better check system requirements.  Good thing I did since I'm still running XP and according to sys requirements, Vista w/SP2 or Win 7 w/SP1 is required.  Planning to upgrade to Windows 7 in the near future, so a bit of a delay for me. 

Hopefully this will warn other XP users upgrading to LR4. 


System requirements
Windows

Intel® Pentium® 4 or AMD Athlon® 64 processor
Microsoft® Windows Vista® with Service Pack 2 or Windows® 7 with Service Pack 1
2GB of RAM
1GB of available hard-disk space
1024x768 display
DVD-ROM drive
Internet connection required for Internet-based services*
Mac OS

Multicore Intel processor with 64-bit support
Mac OS X v10.6.8 or v10.7
2GB of RAM
1GB of available hard-disk space
1024x768 display
DVD-ROM drive
Internet connection required for Internet-based services*


Edit:  This appears to be a 64 bit issue

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon 7D Mark II specs wishlist.

« on: March 05, 2012, 07:09:51 PM »

I am a photographer who owns and uses the current 7D extensively, and I really like the camera. It is a very good step up from other APS-C cameras.

My 7DmkII wishlist is:

• 5 Custom settings on mode dial (get rid of "Creative Auto" and "Full Auto")
  
• Apart from that keep the body the same
• At least 2 stops cleaner 18MP APS-C sensor
• Improved DR at all ISOs, especially at 100 and 200 (for landscapes)
• Exposure bracketing allowing up to 9 photos (+/- 5EV)
• Dual Digic 5+ (one dedicated to AF)
• Built in interval meter
• Price AUD $1800 - $2000

Possibly / optional (points below not critical to me)

• Possibly up to 30 AF points (all cross-type, need to be well spaced out
• ISO up to 25,600 (or 51,200 - even if noisy)
• Fast & full time AF for video & Live View - linked to AF button (can use FT MF on USM lenses)
• Dedicated mirror lock-up button, or assignable to an existing button eg MFn
• Sturdy flip out screen (useful for macros)
• Option of 12fps @ 8MP or 10 fps @ 10 MP
• Dual cards (SD backup for ultra critical events / photo outings)
• With these 'optional' points included above, price AUD $2000 - $2200

Am I being unreasonable?

Paul

Really like your list, especially two additional Custom Functions in place of the CA and A modes (I think P is more than enough for "auto" modes)  I've always felt there should be 5 custom modes on all bodies! 

Also like the additional bracketing.  I usually bracket in 2/3 stops but I'd love to do 9 - 1/3 stops.  (Ya, I know I can do 3 sets of 3 by dialing the pointers more and less exposure, and sometimes I do.)

I use to wish my 7D had interval function like my P&S S80 but after I bought a TC-80N3 I'm more than happy to have this function as an accessory (and I'm sure Canon liked the extra bucks).  A built in intervalometer would probably add $150 to the body.

For mirror lockup, I have an option for that under "My Menu"

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon 7D Mark II specs wishlist.

« on: March 04, 2012, 09:16:45 PM »

I think this is being reasonable:
- New sensor with improved low and high ISO (clean ISO 1600)!!
- Dual Digic 5
- Same build, maybe a little better weather seal
- Improved DR
- Maybe a few more AF points (all cross)
- Same screen (resolution & aspect ratio) as 5D3
- No flip-out screen
- Multiple micro adjust settings per lens (does 5D3 have this?)
- Price inside 2K US dollars


Would be nice but don't see it happening:
- Radio controlled flash
- User replaceable focusing screens

this but...
dual digic 5+
and remove the flash and replace it with GPS sensor, I mean this camera is geared at action and wildlife (not that it is not capable of doing other things)
also usb 3.0 or eithernet port

Hmm, the more I think about it I agree with you.  Giving up the pop up flash makes the camera more rugged and sturdy and replacing it with GPS would be a great trade off.  Just got back from HI taking some remote location shots with my little S100 and I really liked pulling up a map to see the exact point where I shot--very, very cool.

Good point on the USB 3.0, if anything could benefit from 3.0, its transferring all those large RAW images.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon 7D Mark II specs wishlist.

« on: March 04, 2012, 02:05:35 PM »

I think this is being reasonable:
- New sensor with improved low and high ISO (clean ISO 1600)!!
- Dual Digic 5
- Same build, maybe a little better weather seal
- Improved DR
- Maybe a few more AF points (all cross)
- Same screen (resolution & aspect ratio) as 5D3
- No flip-out screen
- Multiple micro adjust settings per lens (does 5D3 have this?)
- Price inside 2K US dollars


Would be nice but don't see it happening:
- Radio controlled flash
- User replaceable focusing screens


Not sure if I'll upgrade my 7D to a 7DII, most likely I'll add a FF body.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Canon 7D Mark II specs wishlist.

« on: March 04, 2012, 01:41:38 PM »

How about a lock for the mode dial?  I'm always inadvertently changes modes when I change lenses, etc.

considering the lock for the dial has been coming for most of the new bodies, I'm pretty sure if it does come out it'll be there...

How about a lock for the mode dial?  I'm always inadvertently changes modes when I change lenses, etc.

Agreed. I've had that happen to me too many times with my T2i.

BTW, you can send in your body (7D, 5DII, not sure about T2i) and have them put on a new locking mode dial for $100.  And it definitely looks like new bodies will all have the locking dial.

http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/cameras/slr_cameras/eos_7d?pageKeyCode=prdAdvDetail&docId=0901e02480245968

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Lenses / Re: Grand Canyon Lens suggestions

« on: March 04, 2012, 01:30:22 PM »

Slightly off topic but closely related, the web sites for many of these locations mention that a permit is required for photography that will be or may be used in any commercial way. They include fine art photography in that category. Antelope makes some sense since it is a very specific location but I can't figure out if places like Monument Valley only refer to specific areas within the First Nation jurisdiction or the entire park or if there is a difference. Trying to get more information via email or phone was a nightmare. I just got off the phone with someone from Monumental Valley who seemed to be saying a permit even for personal use was $50!

Does anyone have any insights into these permits? It would be very appreciated.

No specific info on permits for Monument Valley.  However I was there for 2 days (less than a year ago) taking pictures everywhere.  The only fee I paid was a few buck (maybe 10) to drive the loop road.  Out on the loop road was about a hundred people (over the course of the loop) also taking photos.  Of course all my photos were for personal use and not commercial.

In general there are fees required on Indian land for hiking, camping, and general access.   I have taken lots of  photos (for personal use) on Indian land and have never heard anything about permits.

Bottom line, I'm confident you will not have any issues taking pictures.  If you are doing commercial work, then of course you will need to conform to their policies.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Hugely Disappointed In 5D III Price

« on: March 02, 2012, 02:59:01 PM »

One more option needed:  "Wait a while for the 5D III to drop"

I figure I'm at least a year away until I have the funds for a  new body anyway and I do want the 3 over the 2.  Hopefully the price will drop below 3K.

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EOS Bodies / Re: Just preordered the 5DIII, price is definitely $3499.99

« on: March 01, 2012, 04:56:06 PM »

Dang, I was hoping the $3500 was an error and it was going to be $3000 or less.      Well I can't afford one now anyway even if it is $2500.  If figure I'm a year away and hopefully the price will slide below 3K.  Maybe there will a less expensive version without video.

Glad to see the same battery as 7D