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keithcooper · Nov 3, 2018

I wondered about this, since I've reviewed earlier versions of the software.

The effects are quite subtle, the main thing is that this part of the software is good at spotting where the sky is and avoiding halos more than some other tools.

I use luminar as a plugin in Photoshop so this is just another 'quick fix' filter I might use - the bit that many of the naysayers I've noted on DPReview seem to miss is that the better the sky is in your photo, the better that slight application of the filter -might- help. It won't fix a badly composed or exposed sky.

I've a few examples (enlarge to see more clearly) at http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/luminar-update-adds-ai-sky-enhancement/

snappy604 · Nov 2, 2018

surprised anything ADATA made top 5.. I've personally had good luck with ADATA, but it used to have a repoutation of being cheap. Might have to look into it again!

lion rock · Nov 1, 2018

I'm joining in on the chorus of thank you to get rid go the annoying ad placement.
You're the trusted person.
-r

Jethro · Nov 1, 2018

The DP article seems to be in the context of things that could possibly be changed in the expected firmware update, which is why it may seem a bit esoteric at times. Some of these functions I've frankly never used, so I barely understand them. The point about universal customisation of buttons is a long-term criticism of Canon bodies, although I suppose given the pretty radical changes to the FFM system, now would be the time if it's ever going to happen.

Viggo · Nov 1, 2018

BillB said:
A 50% hit rate at f1.2 might or might not have much to do with IS or shutter speed. There just isn't much depth of field to work with.

Agreed with that.

And there’s also a huge factor what focusing modes and otherwise settings being used. If one just uses some sort of area and tracking no wonder it’s not 100% hit rate.

I used single point, no issues.

Woody · Nov 1, 2018

Mt Spokane Photography said:
There are others like Nikkei who estimate market shares based on figures from selected camera sellers.

While what you said is true (CIPA figures are based on shipment whereas Canon provided sales numbers), there is a correlation between the 2. The link you gave is correct only for the first 2 quarters of 2018. There is a steep decline in Canon's market shares in Q3. I believe this may be attributed to poor sales of DSLRs and Canon has some serious catching-up to do for their MILCs. Expect faster MILC roll outs and huge discounts from Canon in Q4 2018.

Rocky · Nov 1, 2018

For APS-C sensor, M mount makes more sense. Look at the existing M system now, it is as compact as it can be. It can use practically ANY lens that has ever made since 1930’s with the proper adapter. That cannot be said with the RF mount. Also the RF lenses are HUGE compare to the M lenses. If Canon put his mind into it, they can come up with M lenses as good as L lenses. There is no reason why Canon cannot have two mirrorless lenses lines. They are doing it now.

Mt Spokane Photography · Nov 1, 2018

I have a dock, no lens, it went away last Monday. I kept it in the event I find a Sigma lens I want, but that seems unlikely.

YuengLinger · Oct 31, 2018

JBSF said:
Yes. They will start using wires.

Or better yet, IBIS. And the quality of work that impressed even somebody who has done many, many tear-downs.

Tanguy · Oct 31, 2018

I agree I think the M5 is so far the best in this format of course. Any pertinent information about more specifications and date of release for the M5 Mark2?
Somebody must have some updates

Hector1970 · Oct 31, 2018

Thanks Phil and Mt Spokane.
I think I will give the repair serious consideration.
It will buy time to see what Canon bring out next.
I'd be tempted to buy a 1D R if it were stellar when it came out. That could still be a long way off and I'd need to save for it

3kramd5 · Oct 31, 2018

mirage said:
in-body sensor IS does not have to be lens- or camera-specific. sensor input plus software that analyzes image from sensor in real time and determines actuator inputs to position sensor so that image stays centered on it. No matter, what lens may be attached to camera.

Canon’s M50 system works with image analysis to determine cropping in a frame by frame basis.

The IBIS systems in Olympus, Sony, etc. measure camera movement with gyros and compensate with sensor actuation. That’s why they need to know the focal length and focus distance of the lens to work properly.

ethanz · Oct 31, 2018

Also it is nice to see the HD video out of the camera is sharp. I know some other cameras (such as my own) have been accused of having soft HD video, but exceptional 4K.

Maximilian · Oct 30, 2018

Joules said:
And sadly, the 100mm 2.8L isn't part of it this time?

Last year it was. With a really big cashback.
A friend could combine this with the AC-Foto Advent calendar and got a really big overall discount over the normal street price.
If you are looking for that lens and if you can wait until Christmas look for the AC-Foto Advent calendar in December and maybe they'll have it again.
Just check this board again.

tron · Oct 30, 2018

garyinstereo said:
Of course I just bought the G7 X Mark II this morning and then I see the mark III gets rumoured! I'm still planning to use the mark II until the mark III comes out and maybe I'll upgrade if the features are a great improvement (Usable 4K video, mic input, higher video frame rates). I also own the 5D mark II & IV but wanted to get a nice point & shoot to carry around daily.

It ws also rumoured many months ago! I find it difficult to has better IQ if the sensor remains at 1inch - which I am sure it will remain so as to keep the same dimensions.
Everything else is a minor improvement (I also have G7XII and I like it).

7DmkI · Oct 30, 2018

Mt Spokane Photography said:
How does a Toronto seller avoid the HST? I used to live there, but its been 25 years ago, so I don't know how things are done now.

Just Curious. I know there are some sellers on kijii, how do they avoid taxes for selling a new item? Sounds shady and risky.

The ad is in a buy and sell forum as private sale.

dtgphoto · Oct 30, 2018

Yeah that's cool.. I don't use the jpegs as I shoot raw and DPP NEVER gets used. They are now much more realistic in the evf and that was the objective.

Thank you

Jethro · Oct 29, 2018

koenkooi said:
I'm eagerly awaiting for Sigma to refresh the 105, 150 and 180 macro to include them into their Global Vision line, like they did with the 70mm. Imagine a refreshed 180mm + 2x on EOS R, lots of reach and DPAF with focus guides!

I am absolutely imagining that - thanks!

Wm · Oct 29, 2018

got it. Tks for the help!! Have a good day.

Canon Rumors · Oct 29, 2018

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Romz26 · Oct 28, 2018

this video is correct in many ways...if you are constantly making videos zoomed in 400x. I would rather see quality at 1x, but then again if he did that he wouldnt get any views

Mt Spokane Photography · Oct 28, 2018

Isaacheus said:
Ah yeah, the tamron seems to be the worst offender, but the others are still problematic also.

I took the camera out for a day with my 70-200 and was quite disappointed with how few were in focus, far less than I get with my 6d in the same situation. I know that hasn't been afma'd on the 5dmk4 but it meant no keepers that I was happy with for the whole day. I want to say there would be a fair amount of user error in that with a somewhat unfamiliar camera but I was really struggling with the focus the whole time

For someone who knows photography like you, the camera should be behaving very well. Put it on a tripod, defocus the lens, and take a few tries doing that at different distances. It should be right on virtually all the time. If not, return it or ask for service, don't delay, the sooner you tell them of the issue, the better. If you wait, and they find damage, they may claim you damaged it. It could have been damaged in shipping, that happens more frequently than some believe. Roger Cicla has commented on that with customers receiving cameras with damage in shipping.

dickgrafixstop · Oct 28, 2018

brad-man said:
Next 12-18 months? We may all be shooting Nikonos cameras by then...

Probably Panasonic rather than Nikon

3kramd5 · Oct 28, 2018

sfeinsmith said:
Hopefully, they will correct by remove "R" out and replace with a new suffix for the mirrorless system.

Rebranding after production of at least one camera and 3 lenses would to me seem to introduce far more confusion.

stevelee · Oct 28, 2018

The pairing of my iPhone with my G7X II, as with the S120 before it, as I recall, works quite well for GPS stamping. But in situations where I am concerned about battery life all day in both devices, I don't use it. When at a location that I'll want to pinpoint later, I take a picture with my iPhone in the midst of shooting there. Then I can look at the time stamps from pictures from both the camera and the phone and get the location from that, if I need to.

I leave GPS on the 6D2 turned on, but in the mode where it is off when I manually switch the camera off. If I've been much of anywhere away from home with the camera, I'll transfer the GPS log to the card and thence to the computer, where a program will map my travels for that day. Otherwise, I mostly have GPS turned on to keep the clock set accurately.

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