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SwissFrank · Nov 16, 2022

koenkooi said:
Have a look at the loudness war wikipedia to see why album quality took a nosedive in the 90s.

but that would apply to both digital and vinyl. Where digital and vinyl used separate masters, there's also equal chance the digital would have the better master. You're only making an argument for what kind of mastering goal is superior, which has FA to do with the storage medium. Of course I know what you're talking about. I recall Rush made a clean break with the loudness wars after a fan showed how their albums were having less and less dynamic range with passing time.

SwissFrank · Nov 15, 2022

3/4 of the example photos are genuinely exciting. A MILFF needs 35mm f/14 to have this bokeh (25mm entrance pupil) but I don\'t remember ever getting so much bokeh with my EF 35mm f/1.4 Mk I or Leica M 35mm f/1.4 ASPH.

Del Paso · Nov 14, 2022

I' ve been using mine very often, mostly with rather heavy lenses, like the EF 100-400 and lately with the EF 180 macro.
No issues at all, the adapters are sturdy and rigid.
Just get one and forget about it !

Lance vdv · Nov 14, 2022

Frodo said:
Hi Felix
Here three images from the same raw file.
The second is the file processed to taste in Lightroom. 1/60 @ f/8, ISO 1000 on an R. Normally I'd add just a touch of vignette, but left this off for the comparison
The first is the same file with the lens profile turned off. Settings identical to the second image - notice how much extra exposure the Lightroom profile gives most of the image. Note the dark corners and the curved horizon.
The third photo is converted to a tiff in DPP, imported into Lightroom with the same settings (apart from profile) as in the second photo. I placed these together to simplify a comparison.
Note that the LR image is significantly wider than the DPP file and yet corner image quality is quite good.
I have started some comparisons of LR vs DPP with some astrophotography images (BTW I shoot at f/4 as the reduction in coma is worth the slight loss in light gathering - probably less than a stop). Those photos are typically at ISO 3200, where DPP has aggressive noise reduction, noticeably softening the images. I could play around with NR in DPP, but I can't be bothered as I am used to my workflow in LR/PS.
Another BTW, the IQ of the RF 16mm @f/4 is not far off my Samyang 14mm f/2.8.View attachment 202214 View attachment 202215 View attachment 202216

Ahhhh good old kapiti Island

Canon Rumors · Nov 14, 2022

Ronkonkoma, NY – November 14, 2022 – SIGMA Corporation of America, the US subsidiary of SIGMA Corporation (CEO: Kazuto Yamaki. Headquarters: Asao-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, Japan) is pleased to announce the SIGMA 18-50mm F2.8 DC DN | Contemporary for FUJIFILM X Mountmirrorless cameras. This addition allows users to enjoy a high-performance, high-quality, compact standard zoom lens in native mount on

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LovePhotography · Nov 12, 2022

I own a LOT of great glass (from EF 8-15, EF 11-24, RF 14-35, RF 50 1.2, RF 85 1,2, RF 70-200 2.8, RF 100-500, EF 300 2.8, EF 600 5.6, RF 600 f/11, T/S lenses and more...) All in pristine condition, (because I am very careful with it, especially when swapping lenses).

That said, swapping lenses (carefully and quickly) especially when with other (impatient) people is a PAIN IN THE ASS.
For a long time I said, "The best Canon R5 walking around lens is an iPhone Pro Max",
But, I just bought (have not yet received) a used RF 24-240 because of good 3rd party software, good in camera photo pixel wrangling, and, ease in keep my photos all in one file considerations.
You can pick up an "almost new" 24-240 in mint condition for $700 or less online.
As far as completing your trinity, I'd go with the RF 50 1.2 (for incredible image quality and bokeh) or the RF 24-105 for framing your shot. Also some Kenko extension tubes for macro.

MY LENS/BODY WISH LIST (different than most I've seen....):
1. RF 24-105 MARK II (BEST POSSIBLE QUALITY) even though this zoom range has limitations, I know)
2. RF 24-240 "L" glass quality (weather sealed, highest possible IQ and overall quality for this 10x range.
3. EOS R1 ASAP.

koenkooi · Nov 12, 2022

entoman said:
That really depends on whether one is shooting professionally or as an enthusiast/hobbyist. The latter generally will have more time to spend on attempting to perfect an image to their tastes. Also it's possible to batch process with some noise reduction software, saving a lot of time.

I use Topaz DeNoise AI on all my images these days (I'm a retired industrial photographer, now photographing wildlife as a hobby), but I prefer to fine-tune the DeNoise settings for each image, which is of course far too time consuming for pros (with the exception of fine art photographers).

DxO DeepPrime takes about a minute per R5 CR3 on my 2020 Macbook Pro (Intel CPU). I haven't tried Topaz lately, but it has always been slower than DxO for me. That's a lot of processing time, even for hobbyists with time to spare like me.

The good news is that it only takes 6 seconds per R5 CR3 on my Mac Studio

Related to all this, Canon has said they have reworked the 'connection' menu on the R6II and they did release an update to the phone companion app. I hope future Canon bodies will make connecting and transferring a lot easier and faster, it is very frustrating currently. Having a few seconds between each time you have to push the "OK" button is bad, but having the timeout be only a few seconds more is worse.
The original M50 had a dedicated button on the side, you'd push that and it would connect to your wifi. It took a minute or two, but no need to press buttons.

It's hard to beat the speed of taking out the CFe and using your laptop, but big improvements can be made in this area. I'm not asking for native S3 support for uploading straight to the Amazon cloud, but something like that would be useful.

LovePhotography · Nov 11, 2022

What about www.Outex.com?

Canon Rumors · Nov 11, 2022

donnyphoto said:
Thanks! This one seems pricey but it must be worth it. I have a power bank, just didn't think it can be used that way. I'll have to test it.

It's big, so it's not for your fanny pack. I have had a camera, laptop and phone plugged into it and it charges them all quickly.

I will add that it has never become what we'd call "hot" to the touch when charging the brick or when the brick is charging things.

Wattage matters, so you just want to make sure you're using something that can reach the maximum charge loads for whatever devices you're going to be charging.

Canon Rumors · Nov 10, 2022

CANON INTRODUCES NEW ERA FOR ITS EOS WEBCAM UTILITY SOFTWARE, BRINGING NEW POSSIBILITIES TO SUBSCRIBERS Taking Video Conference and Live Stream Capabilities to the Next Level, the Value-Adding Subscription Version Unlocks Exclusive Features MELVILLE, NY, November 9, 2022 – By enabling several of Canon’s extensive lineup of EOS cameras to provide high quality video for

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shadow · Nov 10, 2022

Saw this today, wow. Largest CMOS sensor in a smartphone so far. Larger diameter lens? and 19mm. S

Sold only in Japan? Why is that?

States modes to emulate famous Summicron lens, so I guess internal firmware/software used to modify image. Says partner with Sharp, Softbank distributing, $1500 range.

Leitz Phone 2 | Leica Camera US

Introducing the Leitz Phone 2 in Japan - The new smartphone combines uncompromising quality and outstanding optics.

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EOS 4 Life · Nov 9, 2022

I would say that the odds R0

Uneternal · Nov 9, 2022

I asked myself the same.
So at the beginning of the year there were rumors about a new entry-level full-frame RF mount camera. It also mentioned, it will use the image sensor of the EOS R6. There were also rumors about a new 30 megapixel camera on Weibo but just with a [CR1] rating. And another rumor about an APS-C that is supposed to be the M6 Mark II successor, so a camera without viewfinder.
Now given that the M6II is already discontinued, I expect that one to be released early next year.
I'm not sure yet what's in store for full frame next year, an EOS R replacement with 30MP and stabilization would indeed be nice. But probably also be in the price range of a used R5.

JustUs7 · Nov 9, 2022

Clouds at the north rim of the Grand Canyon. Panorama taken from the South Rim. Monsoon season.

GoldWing · Nov 8, 2022

Beatiful glass, look forward to getting it on a Z9 next week. The 400mm is stunning in speed, resolution, clarity, contrast and color. If the 600 is close, Im sure we'll purchase a few.

chasingrealness · Nov 8, 2022

I decided to take the plunge and buy the R7 today. Professional obligations are increasing again and while I’ve always found my RP adequate for all my client work to date?m, two bodies, multiple card slots, and light video capabilities are a must for my second body. I’m just glad the R7 exists during this time that I’m priced out of anything more premium.

PhilC · Nov 8, 2022

foobar said:
7D + 15-85 was my main setup for about a decade, before I switched to full-frame with the EOS R system. I loved that combo.

Such a versatile and (despite being non-L) very high quality lens. Given that Canon is keeping APS-C alive, I really hope that they'll release a worthy successor to it.

Thanks for your support , hoping more will come to influence Canon if not yet on their development plan.

stuartemj · Nov 6, 2022

The patent is a method of cooling the LED when placed in a small flip-up flash at the camera's top. Cooling LEDs is a big problem, especially if you need a fairly powerful light. Such an innovation would be very useful for video bloggers. Since I'm a novice blogger, I'm constantly trying to develop interesting content. So I'm constantly improving the room I'm shooting in to attract an audience. I recently purchased a smart led light, which gives a great variety of color options and settings. All in all, these lights are perfect for me.

Dreysi · Nov 4, 2022

kaihp said:
I spoke to a Canon representative this Tuesday regarding a couple of questions regarding my R3 (he was at a pro dealer demonstrating RF lenses), and he told me that you need to train the eye-focus system at least 10-11 times in each orientation before it becomes really reliable

I don't recall seeing that mentioned in the user manual, so wanted to pass this info along to y'all.
I'm off to delete all the trainings and redoing them to see what if any difference it makes.

Thanks I had given up on it and just use the fancy (and wonderful) control pad thingy on the back. Will try again due to this.

koenkooi · Nov 4, 2022

AJ said:
FWIW, here is Ken Rockwell's take on the 24/1.8

Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM Review & Sample Images by Ken Rockwell

Canon RF 24mm f/1.8 MACRO IS STM Review & Sample Images by Ken Rockwell

kenrockwell.com

For those not wanting to wade through endless boilerplate:
Pros: tack sharp, can shoot handheld in near darkness.
Cons: with macro mode you get so close that the lens casts a shadow in the subject.

Yes, with the macro mode you must get really close, but that's part of the fun of it. It's a different way of shooting macro. As for the lighting, I try for diffuse lighting (overcast conditions) or sidelit/backlit.

With the 15-30 I can attach a UV filter and then place the lens face down on a newspaper. It will manually focus on the text, but it will be very, very dark

shadow · Nov 3, 2022

koenkooi said:
Other rumour sites have been saying Q1 2023 with their first mentions of the R100 at the start of this year. In the vein of '2 wrongs can make a right', do 2 rumours make a fact?

Sure, why not given enough rumors combined and they become fact. lol. Just like perception is stronger than evidence to some. hahaha.

puffo25 · Nov 2, 2022

Too bad I cannot register. I am based in Ital but today even with a fast 130mb/sec connection, when I try to register for the free ticket, the Evenbrite page will go into a virtual spin forever.... Maybe someone is so kind to register and share the video tutorial please?

xps · Nov 2, 2022

Nikon announces pricing, availability for its MC-N10 Remote Grip for Z Series cameras

Nikon announces pricing, availability for its MC-N10 Remote Grip for Z Series cameras

The grip, which allows for remote control over key functionality of Nikon Z Series cameras, is set to ship in 'late November 2022' for a suggested retail price of $429.95.

www.dpreview.com

Another thing, Canon could produce too.....

xps · Nov 2, 2022

Nikon unveils $16K Nikkor Z 600mm F4 lens with built-in 1.4x teleconverter

Nikon's Nikkor Z 600mm F4 TC VR S is a super-telephoto lens for Z-mount camera systems with a built-in 1.4x teleconverter that effectively turns the lens into an 840mm F5.6 lens on a full-frame camera.

www.dpreview.com

This is definitively some lens, I´d like to see from Canon!!!!! What would it be easier to use this lens (like my 200-400&1.4) at birding? Just adding the extender by a switch
But cheaper