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jedy · Sep 1, 2017

I'm all for improved optics but between Canon and Sigma, their lenses are getting quite large.

PureClassA · Sep 1, 2017

Re: Sony's New RX0 Camera Combines Acclaimed RX Image Quality with an Ultra-Compact, Waterproof and

I think it's more particular than even that. The Go Pro lines runs from about $150 to $399. GoPro has simply never tested the market above that price. Not to say they should increase the Hero past $399, but make a whole new top end at $699 like Sony is testing here. With the huge popularity of these things, GoPro could have opened up a high end market for these the same way Apple did with Laptops. Before The MacBook, no one considered buying a $1500 laptop. And with Apple's sucess in proving there was a market for this that could be created, now we see all these windows based laptops and tablets at $1000+ we didn't have before.

So yes, Sony wisely beat them to this punch and may take that market segment away from GoPro if they dont respond quickly.

Hector1970 said:
GoPro really screwed up here. They had this market cornered but started making only incremental improvements. They should have gone for bigger sensors in their last models.

Arty · Sep 1, 2017

An option is to just pick up the 35F2 or the 35F2IS and use this focal length for most of your shooting. If you don't use the 70-200, just sell it. The 85 makes a great portrait lens, and you could use the 17-40 for travel and landscapes. The 17-40 is light and compact.
There is really no need to get rid of all your glass, unless money is the issue. If you don't like to use the 24-105, then sell it. However, I have gotten some really nice shots with that lens. I prefer smaller primes, but there are times when the zoom is really useful.
I have the 35F2 and the newer version with IS. If you want small and light, you can't beat the older lens. However, the newer lens has much better flare resistance, faster AF, and the IS helps when lighting gets very low. I don't think it is sharper than the old lens, but the flare resistance, AF, and IS are worth it.

Tyroop · Sep 1, 2017

This was a lens I never intended buying, but while searching around for the best price on an M6 body the cheapest price I could get was a kit that included the 15-45mm. I can't see myself using it much and will probably give it to my daughter along with my old EOS M.

As a general walkaround lens I much prefer the EF-M 11-22mm or EF-M 18-55mm, which are faster, better constructed and better optically. The 15-45mm has a plastic lens mount and is obviously lower quality than the other EF-M lenses, but it is capable of giving some fairly pleasing results.

http://phil.uk.net/photography/canon-ef-m-15-45mm-f3p5-f6p3-is-stm.html

SecureGSM · Sep 1, 2017

Correct, for portraits, single or small group of people, with a single softbox of round, Octa, square or rectangular (typicaly 2:3 sides ratio) shape.. there is no universal rule to cover all scenarios and specific cases:
Multiple light sources, stripboxes, types of light modifiers, required quality of light, shadows and directionality of light.

LDS said:
Are your rules based on a specific kind of subjects - i.e. portraits? Because IMHO in general, without taking into account size, shape and surface type of the subject, they are going to fail in several situations. Also perimeter puts narrows stripboxes together square softboxes.

illadvisedhammer · Aug 31, 2017

I use a xxD for macro and best focus, an M2 for travel and compactness, but I occasionally stick a roll of film into an old 620 to get shallower depth of field and interesting grains. I shot a few rolls on a Fuji GA645 which was fun, but a little wide angle. I'm trying to decide between a couple of options for mostly portraits, and maybe to blow up the occasional print to 16*20. For about the same price, I could get an old Pentax 645 and 150 3.5 manual focus lens, or a Rokinon 50 1.2 lens for the M. It would cost over 2ce the Rokinon lens to have autofocus on the medium format. I'm wondering if anyone has played with both, I can see differences as well as similarities. Both are manual focus, but with digital I can take 5 shots to nail focus on one, each shot is precious, well, about 1.40 to develop and scan per shot. Medium format should enlarge much better, but the resolution of scans at the larger developers is the same as current APS-C sensors, though maybe those are better pixels. I could develop myself, but I don't want to. Sometimes I like film grain. the Rokinon will be much smaller, so it will probably get used more. The depth of field and field of view should be similar, 150 3.5 is similar to 57mm 1.3 on APS-C. What do experience have you had in medium format vs finding very fast lenses for smaller sensors?

Sporgon · Aug 31, 2017

rishi_sanyal said:
Your last point about the Nikon's older 36MP Exmor sensor being better - in what way? In base ISO DR, yes, but only because of ISO 64 mode, which effectively extends pixel capacity so the camera can capture more total light. But the a7R II's BSI + dual-gain design allows it to achieve better high ISO performance.

Thanks for taking the time to go through my post. I was referring to low ISO and should have stated that.

SecureGSM · Aug 31, 2017

that would be a correct outcome, in my experience, for both halogen and incandescent light. However CFL and LED that were mentioned above is a different animal.

Viggo said:
I got repeatable results with the exact same AFMA value in both sunlight and using my halogen work lamp. This I also
Tested when I first got FoCal. This because I know lights flicker and wanted to test both the sun and others. It gave consistent front focus with the sun and other sources, on any lens/camera combo.

Canon Rumors · Aug 31, 2017

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<p><em>Compact Interchangeable Lens Camera with New Touch Screen Interface Effortlessly Captures and Shares Blur-Free, High-Quality Images in Any Scene</em></p>
<p><strong>CENTER VALLEY, Pa., August 31, 2017 —</strong> Olympus’ new OM-D E-M10 Mark III is a compact, lightweight, easy-to-use interchangeable lens camera that offers the performance and image quality of the OM-D® lineup to the snapshooter looking to expand their photography. The OM-D E-M10 Mark III includes best-in-class image stabilization compensation performance and the same TruePic VIII Image Processor used in Olympus’ acclaimed flagship OM-D E-M1 Mark II camera. This combination delivers high-quality images even in situations when camera shake typically causes blur, such as night scenes or handheld telephoto shooting. | <a href="http://tidd.ly/baea5e3f">Park Cameras (UK)</a></p>
<p><strong>Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III: <a href="https://bhpho.to/2vHSP4l">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2x8U0NJ">Amazon</a>| <a href="http://tidd.ly/baea5e3f">Park Cameras (UK)</a></strong></p>
<p>Consumers looking to step up from their smartphone camera to an interchangeable lens system will instantly benefit from the OM-D E-M10 Mark III’s 5-Axis Image Stabilization. With an image stabilization system built into the camera body, it can provide blur-free images no matter which lens is attached, and can also record crisp, shake-free handheld 4K videos in cinemalike quality.</p>
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<p>The camera is compact and lightweight to easily be taken anywhere to capture and share standout, like-worthy images on social media. Designed for ease of use, both in form and functionality, the grip rests nicely in the hand, and buttons and dials are thoughtfully positioned for effortless operation. The body is equipped with a variety of features for different shooting styles and situations, including a high-resolution electronic viewfinder, a tilting rear LCD monitor with touch controls similar to a smartphone and a built-in flash.</p>
<p>First-time interchangeable lens camera users benefit from four shooting assist modes to capture brilliant images right out of the box. The intelligent AUTO Mode detects the shooting scene, subject, camera movement and light transmitted through the lens, then automatically chooses the optimal settings. The other assist modes include Scene Mode (SCN), Advanced Photo Mode (AP), and Art Filter Mode (ART), each of which appear on the mode dial alongside AUTO Mode for easy access.</p>
<p>The Touch AF shutter, which now takes advantage of 121 autofocus points, allows users to choose the precise area of focus and trip the shutter simply by touching the LCD screen. Continuous AF (C-AF) Mode maintains focus on moving subjects when the shutter is pressed halfway.</p>
<p>The OM-D E-M10 Mark III is equipped with built-in Wi-Fi®, which can be used in conjunction with the Olympus Image Share (OI.Share®) app to easily connect to a smart device and wirelessly transfer images for quick editing and uploading to social media.</p>

<p><strong>Pricing and Availability </strong>

The Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III will be available in a black and silver body or black body beginning in late September with an estimated street price of $649.99 USD/$799.99 CAD (body only) and $799.99 USD/$999.99 CAD (M.Zuiko 14–42mm EZ Lens kit). For a complete list of specifications, visit the Olympus website: <a href="http://getolympus.com/digitalcameras/omd/e-m10-mark-iii.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://getolympus.com/digitalcameras/omd/e-m10-mark-iii.html</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III: <a href="https://bhpho.to/2vHSP4l">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2x8U0NJ">Amazon</a>| <a href="http://tidd.ly/baea5e3f">Park Cameras (UK)</a></strong></p>

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Mt Spokane Photography · Aug 30, 2017

I bought a old Sigma 600mm Mirror lens today from a Craigslist seller for $75 and mounted it to my SL2 just to see how bad the images were with a high MP body. First I tried hand holding at 1000 sec. No Go, blurry images. So I drug out my big heavy tripod with geared head and put it on my back porch. The top of Mt Spokane was totally hidden by smoke, so I focused on my garden a few hundred feet away.

I did not expect much, and I was rewarded. The wind was blowing enough to make it difficult. At ISO 2000, the sensor noise was starkly apparent, so I dropped the shutter speed down to 1/125. Slight blurring looked better than noise or the image with NR.

For a manual lens, I set it to Tv with auto ISO and -2/3 stop correction.

This made the image come out at 1/125 sec ISO 100. The lens is fixed at f/8. Sounds like the old rule of 8 eh.

I really liked the swivel LCD, I could touch the spot I wanted to view at 1X, 5X or 10X and manually focus on that spot. I should have set a shutter delay, but with the wind blowing, it likely did not matter.

In any event, here it is. I did adjust lighting, sharpness, etc of the image to my taste. The focus was on the corn silk. It actually looked better than I expected, the old lens is certainly not up to the digital age, but I could not argue with the price.

I was surprised by the shallow depth of field

Canon Rumors · Aug 30, 2017

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Canon has released new firmware for the Cinema EOS C100 Mark II & Cinema EOS C300 Mark II.</p>
<p><strong>Canon Cinema EOS C300 Mark II Firmware Version 1.0.9.1.00 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:</strong></p>
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<li>When CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S is attached the following features are enabled:
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<li>Autofocus using the Dual Pixel CMOS AF function.</li>
<li>Dual Pixel Focus Guide function.</li>
<li>The joystick on the camera’s grip unit can be set to operate the zoom.</li>
<li>Manual control of the iris with Camera’s Control dial.</li>
<li>Control of focus, zoom and iris using the separately-sold Remote Controller RC-V100.</li>
<li>Automatic aperture and push auto iris functions.</li>
<li>Start/stop recording on the lens grip.</li>
<li>Retrieval of Lens metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance will display on the camera.</li>
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<li>Allows the position of waveform monitor to be changed on the display.</li>
<li>Adds peripheral illumination/chromatic aberration correction for the following lenses:
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<li>COMPACT-SERVO Lens [CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S]</li>
<li>EF Lens  [EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM], [EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM]</li>
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<li>When [Face Only] is active, the icon will change from gray to white when a face is not detected.</li>
<li>When the camera is turned off the IS mechanical lock will be active regardless of the position of the switch.</li>
<li>Fixes the list of shutter speed on the display when using Browser Remote.</li>
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<p><strong><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/details/cameras/cinema-eos/eos-c300-mark-ii/eos-c300-mark-ii?subtab=downloads-firmware">Download Firmware Version 1.0.9.1.00 for the Cinema EOS C300 Mark II</a></strong></p>

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<p><strong>Canon Cinema EOS C100 Mark II Firmware Version 1.0.5.1.00 incorporates the following enhancements:</strong></p>
<ol>
<li>When CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S is attached the following features are enabled:
<ol>
<li>Autofocus using the Dual Pixel CMOS AF function.</li>
<li>The joystick on the camera’s grip unit can be set to operate the zoom.</li>
<li>Manual control of the iris with Camera’s Control dial.</li>
<li>Control of focus, zoom and iris using the separately-sold Remote Controller RC-V100.</li>
<li>Automatic aperture and push auto iris functions.</li>
<li>Start/stop recording on the lens grip.</li>
<li>Retrieval of Lens metadata, such as the model name and the focal distance will display on the camera.</li>
</ol>
</li>
<li>Adds peripheral illumination correction for the following lenses.
<ol>
<li>COMPACT-SERVO Lens [CN-E70-200mm T4.4 L IS KAS S]</li>
<li>EF Lens [EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM], [EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III USM]</li>
</ol>
</li>
<li>When [Face Only] is active, the icon will change from gray to white when a face is not detected.</li>
<li>When the camera is turned off the IS mechanical lock will be active regardless of the position of the switch.</li>
</ol>
<p><strong><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/details/cameras/cinema-eos/eos-c100-mark-ii/eos-c100-mark-ii?subtab=downloads-firmware">Download Firmware Version 1.0.5.1.00 for the Cinema EOS C100 Mark II</a></strong></p>
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LonelyBoy · Aug 30, 2017

RickSpringfield said:
Mikehit said:

RickSpringfield said:

Here's hoping that Canon consolidates all of the 5D camera bodies into a single camera called the 'Canon 5DSr Mark II'.

It seems possible to make a FF camera with high megapixels, without an AA filter, include a headphone jack/focus peaking/zebras/useable encoded full sensor 4k, WiFi, GPS, 7-9 FPS for stills, a flippy touch screen, weather seal it, and include in body image stabilization, the ability to shoot at a lower RAW MP if/when wanted/needed, and dual card slots.

Charge the 3700$ if they must (Although 2899$ would be a huge hit).

I think that camera would get critical acclaim and also bring IQ focused enthusiasts to Canon. I'm not convinced that the promise of smaller size bodies and lenses for mirrorless is enough on its own to bring people over. I think Sony is drawing people in because hybrid shooting is more prevalent than ever and enthusiasts would rather have the ability to shoot in this hybrid video/photo manner vs. being forced into 2 separate devices... one body for photos, one body for video.

Canon built the hybrid shooter market with the 5D Mark II. They could win all of that back with a release like the above.

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Remarkable how 'wishlisters' casually throw in comments like '3,700 if they must but 2,900 would be great'. Make it sound like 3,700 for a body like that is excessive. And then just knock of 1,000 bucks for the hell of it. But why stop there - why not 2,000. Or why not ask for a 100MP 1Dx2 for the cost of a Rebel?

I agree that Sony is drawing people. But mainly those for whom 4K video in a stills camera is essential - and what many fail to realise is they are precious few. Growing, yes, but a small increase in a small market area looks great, doesn't it.

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Its ok if you don't like my perspective ... but that doesn't make it wrong. A $2899 price would certainly draw in more people than a $3700 price.

That doesn't make it a good decision. A $20000 Lexus would draw in more people than $40000, but that doesn't make it realistic.

Jopa · Aug 30, 2017

Mikehit said:
I see a lot of talking but nothing really about actually using it.

Another YouTube "star"...

hne · Aug 30, 2017

Mikehit said:
Following the announcement of the D850, there is chatter about Canon's response and some of this has been on the level of MP and frame rate. If any manufacturer shows any step back on anything regards image quality they get a hail of abuse irrespective of the practical consideration and the area of the market the camera is aimed at.

I have zero understanding of the technicalities of processing power vs downsides such as heat sinking, but how far can we go with the 5DSR mk2 - if it were to appear - offering higher frame rates? Could they take a leaf out of Sony's book and do so by dropping from 16-bit, 14-bit or 12-bit and is there any noticable effect on image quality. Or, more exactly, under what circumstances would a difference become obvious?

You need one bit per stop of DR plus some leg room for preserving noise to facilitate better noise reduction. Both Nikon and Sony ignore the latter and divide sensor readout values by the black point, in essence shifting bits to the right* so that fewer bits are needed. Sony even goes so far as to apply noise reduction before writing the raw file, resulting in angry astrophotography people losing stars in their images.

Modern FF sensors need at least 12 bit raw files just for DR. The difference in file size to 14bit is way less than the 14% you could be lead to believe would be achievable. The raw file also contains a thumbnail, preview, metadata, headers, ... Canon would be able to achieve something in the ballpark of 14% increase in write speed most easily by not including a high quality full resolution jpeg embedded in the raw file. That's right - when you set your camera to raw+jpeg, the jpeg data is written twice.

* For the technically proficient readers: laymen prefer MSB left without further explanation.

jd7 · Aug 29, 2017

JumboShrimp said:
This thing is just too heavy for me, but I love the IS. I guess my perfect solution is still to come. Or, perhaps I'll just stick with my trusty 24-70/4 L IS. If only Canon would just add IS to theirs with minimal weight increase ...

Tamron G2 could be interesting. I believe it weighs in about halfway between the Canon 24-70 2.8L II and the Sigma Art. Heavier than I'd ideally like for a general purpose lens, but I guess that's the price you have to pay for f/2.8. I'm quite torn at the moment between sticking with the 24-70 4L IS and switching to one of the 2.8 models.

JumboShrimp · Aug 29, 2017

This thing makes me droooooooool ... ;D

LonelyBoy · Aug 29, 2017

jd7 said:
SecureGSM said:

Sigma 85 Art can be had in Australia for AU$1,031.20 inc. GST brand new delivered from an authorised reseller with 2 years warranty included right now. That's US$820.00 at current exchange rate. Father's Day special promo.

bergstrom said:

sigma art 85 1.4 for over $574 cheaper

http://www.onestop-digital.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=34905&currency=USD

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That seems like a great price for the Sigma! I will wait for reviews but at this point I think I would lean towards the new Canon over the Art because of its IS, weight, size, and filter size. Still, price is a factor to think about too.

It also depends how soon you need (or "need") it - if you can wait six months, the price will almost certainly drop some on the Canon as well. If you need it soon, well, the price premium for the Canon will be higher.

KeithBreazeal · Aug 29, 2017

I'm seeing spots

Solar Eclipse and Sunspot AR2192 23 Oct 2014 © Keith Breazeal by Keith Breazeal, on Flickr

Sun and Sunspot 1429 / 7 March 2012 © Keith Breazeal by Keith Breazeal, on Flickr

wsmith96 · Aug 29, 2017

I'm a 17-55 owner and would like to see an update to this and the 10-22. In reality though, Canon has shifted their consumer marketing to DSLR's that do both stills and video well. Given that, I'm not sure we'll see an update to lenses like the 17-55, 10-22, or 15-85 any time soon. The population seems to be content with quiet lenses with enough zoom capabilities, ie 18-135, that also produce good quality pictures. As stated before, if someone is looking for the ultimate image quality, they are going to need to look at FF lenses for that.

cayenne · Aug 29, 2017

Crapking said:
https://flic.kr/p/XwEQpF

not your typical shot, but a fave of mine nonetheless

Nice...very interesting!!

Don't worry about age...I'm getting "up" there myself.

It has, however, been encouraging me to get more fit and lose the weight I've put on (easy to do living in New Orleans).....I figure if I lose the extra 40+ lbs I'm carrying in my belly, it would make carrying around the 30lbs of gear for a concert shoot a bit easier on the knees and back.

C

LonelyBoy · Aug 29, 2017

Tokyotim said:
New member here. Frustrated with my 6dm2. Only posting this so I can start my own topic. Nothing to see here. Move along...

Another user registering to complain? Color me surprised... :

Aglet · Aug 28, 2017

SecureGSM said:
Has anyone thought that skin tones are way off and look blueish lifeless cold?

yup, WB was considerably cold.

privatebydesign · Aug 28, 2017

LonelyBoy said:
privatebydesign said:

A 5DSR MkII and the five TS-E's seem like a potential dream package for many shooters, I wonder how Canon will cock it up

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By delivering an "underwhelming" but extremely effective set of features and selling them in boatloads to professional and amateurs while the reviewers rate them at the bottom and the internet says Sony and Nikon will steal marketshare?

Canon Rumors · Aug 28, 2017

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<p><strong>Upper Saddle River, N.J. (August 28, 2017) </strong>– Gitzo, a pioneer in many of the most advanced, revolutionary technologies for professional camera equipment, is celebrating one hundred years of outstanding innovation and technological leadership. To mark its 100th anniversary, the brand is redefining excellence with the launch of several highly exclusive products, including the iconic Gitzo Century Camera Bag Collection.</p>
<p>This exquisite new selection of photography bags are designed especially for Gitzo Traveler fans who own premium cameras and require similar standards of premium quality and detail in their photography bags.</p>
<p>All the models in Gitzo’s new range are built to meet the needs of the world’s most style-conscious photographers. Made in Italy, they are an appealing combination of genuine Italian cow leather and wear-resistant nylon, guaranteeing high resistance to scratches and abrasions. The bags are water-repellent and were crafted to resemble the look of carbon fiber, reminiscent of the Gitzo Traveler tripod legs.</p>
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<p>The range includes the Gitzo Century Traveler Backpack, the Gitzo Century Traveler Messenger and the Gitzo Century Compact Messenger, all of which are the perfect choice for Gitzo Traveler Series tripod users.</p>
<p>The Gitzo Century Traveler Backpack has a roomy internal insert that easily accommodates a medium-size DSLR or a Premium CSC with 70-200mm f/2.8 lens attached plus two additional lenses, or it can hold a DJI Mavic Pro with its remote control and accessories. The dual side access enables owners to reach for their equipment from the right or left side. The elegant front opening is the perfect carrying solution for a 0 and 1 Series Gitzo Traveler or similar sized tripod. The removable insert provides the option to pack photography gear and personal items, or effortlessly turn it into a luxurious everyday bag. Featured video tutorial</p>

<p>The second model in this selection is the new Gitzo Century Traveler Messenger. It is equipped with a G-lock flap closing system powered by Fidlock. With this smart magnetic lock, the Gitzo Century Traveler Messenger can be easily opened and closed. It holds a mid-range DSLR or a CSC with a standard zoom lens attached plus another lens and a detached 70-200m f/2.8 lens or a premium mirrorless camera with a 70-200mm attached plus 2/3 standard zoom lenses. It is also perfect to carry a DJI Mavic Pro and its accessories. A pocket on the front bottom unzips to hold and protect a 0 and 1 Series Gitzo Traveler or similar sized tripod. Featured video tutorial</p>
<p>For photographers who prefer a smaller bag, the Gitzo Century Compact Messenger is the perfect choice. It can hold a premium mirrorless camera with a standard zoom lens attached plus two additional lenses or a DJI Mavic Pro and its smaller accessories. The Gitzo Century Compact Messenger is also equipped with the G-lock flap closing system powered by Fidlock. Featured video tutorial</p>
<p>For added security, the Messengers have an interior top flap that keeps the gear compartment secure and the Backpack features a lockable zipper pull on the top and laptop compartments. Each bag comes with its own branded, dust-resistant pouch for protection when not in use and all three carrying solutions include a dedicated soft-touch compartment designed to keep a tablet or a laptop safe (this varies according to the bag).</p>
<p>Regardless of the model, owners of Gitzo Century bags can enjoy the assurance that their camera and accessories are safeguarded thanks to the engineered interior compartments, concealed pockets and countless intelligent storage solutions for all the equipment, accessories and personal items they may require.</p>
<p><strong>You can preorder the new bags at B&H Photo. They’re scheduled to begin shipping on September 11, 2017.</strong></p>
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Mikehit · Aug 28, 2017

Dylan777 said:
Mikehit said:

Dylan777 said:

Sony is missing few bazookas in their mirrorless: 400mf2.8, 600mmf4 etc...However, not every A9 owners would need these big lenses. From everyday large primes to f2.8 zooms Sony covered. I don't see reason we keep mention Sony has issue with lens selection.

Visit your site, very cute model.Great shots

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IMO the criticism comes because the A9 was clearly aimed at sports and wildlife and anyone who does those regularly will want want 400mm+ with f4 or faster.
If you use a CaNikon tele (or even their own A-mount tele!) with adapter all those AF/drive features vaporise in a cloud of footnotes on their spec sheet.

And if you don't need their fancy AF and functionality, the case for buying the A9 becomes weaker.

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Faster frame rate and more adv. AF are huge benefits in photography, regardless, type of photography you in. Sure wildlife and sports shooters would enjoy more....what about wedding pros? You think they would benefit lugging that 400f2.8 and 600f4 around their neck with A9???

Wedding group shots, to have camera recognizes(face recognition AF) on the groom + bride and stays in focus while compose the shots....that just one of many features wedding pros could benefit. About completely "silent shooting mode" in the church???

Please re-read my post. Carefully. And you will see I don't actually disagree with you.

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