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Jan 17, 2016

tcmatthews said:
I think it would be better if Canon build a full frame EOS M and get on the full frame mirrorless before Sony takes that ~~boat~~ dinghy out of port.

Fixed that for you.

Jan 16, 2016

3kramd5 said:
neuroanatomist said:

3kramd5 said:

It defines acceptable and excellent signal to noise ratios (10 and 40, respectively).

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Does that mean that the Nikon D5 must deliver at least an acceptable SNR of 10 at ISO 3,280,000?

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Doubtful. I believe that if it can't match that particular criteria, then the saturation method is used, or they use saturation by default (hence the "fair point" comment above).

Except that based on the standard, the saturation method uses sRGB output from the camera, so it does not apply to RAW. Also, that method is not applicable when matrix metering is used (which is the default for the camera).

How, then, can Nikon include ISO 3,280,000 and be in compliance with ISO 12232? Does the camera firmware restrict it to TIFF output and a non-matrix metering mode at that ISO? Somehow, I doubt that.

privatebydesign · Jan 16, 2016

Bennymiata said:
I've been wanting a good 85mm lens for ages and I've put off buying one waiting for Canon to release a new one, and now with the new anti-blue filter, I'm prepared to wait a little longer.
I do a lot of restaurant photography and would love a lens that has no CA (imagine white plates, white tablecloth and dark grey edges on the plate with 2 large studio strobes lighting them).
If it costs $500 or $3000 it doesn't matter, just bring it out Canon.

They did, it is called the 100L Macro and the TS-E 90.

raptor3x · Jan 16, 2016

luckydude said:
The light was not so great so I was shooting at 1/320th, ISO 8000. Hence my desire to find a prime at f.14 or f1.8. I know about the Canon 24mm II but that appears to be soft wide open (according to Brian and I trust his reviews).

The Canon 24 II is going to be similar in terms of sharpness to your 17-55 with both wide open.

http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/ISO-12233-Sample-Crops.aspx?Lens=398&Camera=963&Sample=0&FLI=1&API=0&LensComp=480&CameraComp=963&SampleComp=0&FLIComp=0&APIComp=0

rucymeltom · Jan 16, 2016

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Corydoras · Jan 16, 2016

Click said:
Nice picture, Corydoras.

Welcome to CR.

Thank you Click!

NancyP · Jan 15, 2016

The PR release said that the lens will be shown next week. When it ships to your area - who knows?

DJL329 · Jan 15, 2016

Canon Rumors said:
... you will receive free 13 month coverage, which covers accidental damage.

Qualifying products can be seen after the break.

I see what you did there... :

jthomson · Jan 15, 2016

that last picture shows why the F-35 is going to be a flop. It's trying to be all things to all people.
The A-10 was brilliant (but ugly) as it was designed to fulfill one role and it does it very well. The army and the marines know that help has arrived and is there to stay when an A-10 shows up. It also survives in an AA missile environment much better than the attack helicopters the army was counting on.

Jan 15, 2016

Mikehit said:
johnf3f said:

There is only one organisation/company that is responsible fro the "Grey Market" and that is the manufacturer - in this case Canon.

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Nope. Grey markets are cheaper for two reasons: they don't have the overheads that bricks-and-mortar shops do and secondly almost all grey importers are avoiding import duty. Have you ever noticed how the saving on their prices is remarkably similar to the VAT/import duty?

Note that the figures that I quoted were inclusive of all relevant taxes/duties. Just checked the UK Gov site = no duty, just vat at 20%. So if they avoided VAT that would add £154 to the price and it still would have been £376 cheaper. Additionally my price comparison was against the UK's biggest Box Shifter so the Bricks and Mortar doesn't wash. Incidentally my nearest "Bricks and Mortar" high street retailer often shades or at least equals them on prices - Carmarthen Cameras = great shop with excellent staff. Wish I could shop there more....

If I have posted anything here that you KNOW to be wrong then I am more than happy to be corrected eg AlanF's post.
I have simply related my experiences and reading of the regulations.

Canon Rumors · Jan 15, 2016

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<em>X-Pro2, X-E2S, X70 and XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR join the X-Series; all-weather FinePix XP90 gets the shot from sand to slopes</em></p>
<p><strong>Valhalla, N.Y., January 14, 2016 </strong>– <strong>FUJIFILM North America Corporation</strong>, a leader in digital imaging, today announced new additions to the award-winning X-Series line of premium fixed and mirrorless cameras, and ultra-high quality lenses, including: the <strong>FUJIFILM X-Pro2, FUJIFILM X-E2S, FUJIFILM X70 and FUJINON XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR. </strong> Fujifilm also introduced the new rugged and waterproof <strong>FinePix XP90</strong>, perfect for capturing amazing images everywhere, from underwater to mountain tops.</p>
<p>The new <strong>FUJINON XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR</strong> is a weather-sealed, superior telephoto lens that gives photographers exceptionally sharp images with a 152mm-609mm equivalent in 35mm format. The high-performance XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR has an optical construction of 21 elements in 14 groups, and includes five ED lenses and one Super ED lens to help reduce chromatic aberration that often occurs in telephoto lenses. As a result, it delivers the highest image quality in its class.</p>
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<p>The XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR has been designed for handheld shooting with a 5.0-stop image stabilization system and twin linear motors for speedy autofocus that makes it perfect for shooting fast-moving subjects. The lens is also water and dust resistant and can operate in temperatures as low as 14°F, making it suitable for use in a wide range of outdoor shooting conditions. A fluorine coating has also been applied to the front lens element to repel water and dirt, further improving the toughness and functionality of the lens.</p>
<p><strong>FUJINON XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR key features:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Uses  21 elements in 14 groups, and 5 extra-low dispersion elements and 1 super extra low dispersion elements
<ul>
<li>Rounded 9 blade aperture</li>
<li>1/3 EV (15 steps)</li>
<li>Water-repellent fluorine coating</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Weather-sealed with 13 water and dust resistant seals at 12 points</li>
<li>Included lens hoods features a sliding window for accessing a polarizing filter and locking mechanism</li>
<li>Compatible the XF1.4X TC WR teleconverter (140-560mm F6.3-8 or 213-853mm in 35mm equivalent)</li>
<li> Compatible with optional lens plate (MLP-75XF) and optional ARCA SWISS tripods</li>
</ul>
<p>The FUJINON XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR will be available in February 2016 for <strong><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1210897-REG/fujifilm_16501109_xf_100_400mm_f_4_5_5_6_r.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296" target="_blank">USD $1,899.95</a></strong> and <strong>CAD $2,149.99.</strong></p>
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Canon Rumors · Jan 15, 2016

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<em>X-Pro2, X-E2S, X70 and XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR join the X-Series; all-weather FinePix XP90 gets the shot from sand to slopes</em></p>
<p><strong>Valhalla, N.Y., January 14, 2016 </strong>– <strong>FUJIFILM North America Corporation</strong>, a leader in digital imaging, today announced new additions to the award-winning X-Series line of premium fixed and mirrorless cameras, and ultra-high quality lenses, including: the <strong>FUJIFILM X-Pro2, FUJIFILM X-E2S, FUJIFILM X70 and FUJINON XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR. </strong> Fujifilm also introduced the new rugged and waterproof <strong>FinePix XP90</strong>, perfect for capturing amazing images everywhere, from underwater to mountain tops.</p>
<p>The new <strong>FUJIFILM X-E2S</strong>, a premium rangefinder-style mirrorless camera, has a durable and compact body and features a Real-Time Viewfinder with a large magnification of 0.62X and an electronic viewfinder with the world’s short display lag time of just 0.005 seconds. The X-E2S also gives users an enhanced autofocus system, an improved grip, an electronic shutter, and a new, easy-to-use graphical user interface design allowing faster access to essential settings.</p>
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<p><strong>New firmware for the original FUJIFILM X-E2</strong>

Fujifilm will release a new firmware update for the original <strong>FUJIFILM X-E2</strong> that will give it the same software improvements as the new FUJIFILM X-E2S. The firmware will include the updated autofocus system, improved performance and the new graphical user interface, along with several functional enhancements. For a complete list of new features, visit <a href="http://www.fujifilmusa.com/support/ServiceSupportProduct.do?prodcat=234644"><strong>new firmware update</strong></a>. The new firmware will be available in early February 2016.</p>
<p><strong>FUJIFILM X-E2S key features:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II Sensor
<ul>
<li>Fast AF of up to 0.06 seconds</li>
<li>Start-up time of 0.5 seconds</li>
<li>Shutter time lag of 0.05 seconds</li>
<li>Shooting interval of 0.5 seconds</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Scratch-resistant, high-definition 3” LCD display with 1,040K dots</li>
<li>New  AF system offers the 49-point Single Point mode for fast, precise focusing, and a  new Zone and Wide/Tracking modes with a 77-point area to capture moving subjects</li>
<li>Maximum ISO performance up to 51200 sensitivity</li>
<li>Completely silent electronic shutter capable of exposures up to 1/32,000 second</li>
<li>Latest CLASSIC CHROME Film Simulation mode that delivers muted tones and deep colors</li>
<li>Interval timer for shooting time-lapse sequences of one second to 24 hours, up to 999 frames</li>
<li>Two command dials and seven customizable function buttons</li>
<li>Auto Mode Switch for instantly changing to an advanced auto mode with optimized settings</li>
<li>Super Intelligent pop-up flash</li>
<li>Free FUJIFILM Camera Remote application and Wireless Communication function allows users to remotely shoot images from smartphones and tablets via WiFi</li>
<li>Photos can be sent to the INSTAX Share Printer using the free INSTAX Share App (iOS and Android) SHARE Smartphone Printer</li>
<li>Full HD video 1080p at 60fps; bit rate of 36Mbps for clear capture of delicate movements; frame rates of 60 fps, 50fps, 30fps, 25fps and 24fps, supporting worldwide motion picture formats</li>
<li>Advanced creative filters</li>
<li>Optional accessories:
<ul>
<li>Hand Grip</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<p>The FUJIFILM X-E2S (body only) will be available in February 2016 for <strong><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1210894-REG/fujifilm_16499198_x_e2s_mirrorless_digital_camera.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296" target="_blank">USD $699.95</a></strong> and <strong>CAD $899.99. </strong>The FUJIFILM X-E2S kit (with FUJINON LENS XF18-55mmF2.8-4 R LM OIS) will be available for <strong><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1210896-REG/fujifilm_16499239_x_e2s_mirrorless_digital_camera.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296" target="_blank">USD $999.95</a></strong> and <strong>CAD $1,249.99.</strong></p>
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Canon Rumors · Jan 15, 2016

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<em>X-Pro2, X-E2S, X70 and XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR join the X-Series; all-weather FinePix XP90 gets the shot from sand to slopes</em></p>
<p><strong>Valhalla, N.Y., January 14, 2016 </strong>– <strong>FUJIFILM North America Corporation</strong>, a leader in digital imaging, today announced new additions to the award-winning X-Series line of premium fixed and mirrorless cameras, and ultra-high quality lenses, including: the <strong>FUJIFILM X-Pro2, FUJIFILM X-E2S, FUJIFILM X70 and FUJINON XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR. </strong> Fujifilm also introduced the new rugged and waterproof <strong>FinePix XP90</strong>, perfect for capturing amazing images everywhere, from underwater to mountain tops.</p>
<p>The <strong>FUJIFILM X70</strong> is a newly designed premium fixed lens digital camera that features a FUJINON 18.5mmF2.8 lens (28mm in 35mm format equivalent), suitable for a range of applications from landscapes to everyday snapshots. The new X70 elegantly combines simple manual operation with superior image quality and versatile picture-taking functions, and is the first X-Series camera to offer a touchscreen display that rotates 180 degrees, enabling users to shoot from up high, down low and capture selfies.</p>
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<p>The compact FUJIFILM X70 uses a 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II Sensor for extraordinary image resolution, and gives photographers milled aluminum dial controls, as well as aperture settings in 1/3 stop increments, and the new Auto Mode Switch lever for selecting its fully automatic Advanced SR Auto mode. In this mode, the camera automatically chooses the optimum settings for great results on any scene.</p>
<p>The new FUJIFILM X70 features a responsive touchscreen – a first for the X-Series. Now, photo enthusiasts can use the Touch Panel for operations during shooting and playback modes. For shooting, users can select their focus area and touch-to-shoot. During playback, users can swipe their finger to scroll through images, double-tab to enlarge images, and drag to view different points on the picture, and pinch-out and pinch-in to enlarge and reduce the image view.

Users can also disable the touchscreen functions at any time by turning the Touch Panel Settings to “off.”</p>
<p><strong>FUJIFILM X70 key features:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS II Sensor
<ul>
<li>Fast AF of up to 0.06 seconds</li>
<li>Start-up time of 0.5 seconds</li>
<li>Shutter time lag of 0.05 seconds</li>
<li>Shooting interval of 0.5 seconds</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Uses the FUJINON 18.5mm F2.8 lens with 7 elements in 5 groups, and  2 high-performance aspherical elements
<ul>
<li>9 blade aperture</li>
<li>FUJINON’s unique HT-EBC coating</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>High-definition, touchscreen 3” tilting (180o) LCD display with 1.04 million dots</li>
<li>Maximum ISO performance up to 51200 sensitivity</li>
<li>New  AF system offers the 49-point Single Point mode for fast, precise focusing, and a  new Zone and Wide/Tracking modes with a 77-point area to capture moving subjects</li>
<li>Up to ±3 stops of exposure compensation on the top-plate dial</li>
<li>8 function buttons (1 customizable)</li>
<li>Latest CLASSIC CHROME Film Simulation mode that delivers muted tones and deep colors</li>
<li>Interval timer for shooting time-lapse sequences of one second to 24 hours, up to 999 frames</li>
<li>Completely silent electronic shutter capable of exposures up to 1/32,000 second</li>
<li>Digital teleconverter offers additional focal ranges of 35mm and 50mm</li>
<li>Full HD video 1080p at 60fps; bit rate of 36Mbps for clear capture of delicate movements; frame rates of 60 fps, 50fps, 30fps, 25fps and 24fps, supporting worldwide motion picture formats</li>
<li>Free FUJIFILM Camera Remote application and Wireless Communication function allows users to remotely shoot images from smartphones and tablets via WiFi</li>
<li>Photos can be sent to the INSTAX Share Printer using the free INSTAX Share App (iOS and Android) SHARE Smartphone Printer</li>
<li>Advanced creative filters</li>
</ul>
<p>The FUJIFILM X70 will be available in February 2016 for <strong><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1210898-REG/fujifilm_16499136_x70_digital_camera_silver.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296" target="_blank">USD $699.95</a></strong> and <strong>CAD $899.99.</strong></p>
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Bennymiata · Jan 15, 2016

Glad you enjoyed your trip.

The more I have travelled (and it used to be a lot), the more I appreciated living in Sydney especially, and in Australia in general.
I live about 4km from the bridge and there so many beautiful areas and so many gorgeous birds in the area that I feel blessed to live here.

bdunbar79 · Jan 14, 2016

Oh god Canon's in trouble!

iaind · Jan 14, 2016

pwp said:
neuroanatomist said:

One reason I like having the collar on my 100L macro is for a very easy switch from landscape to portrait orientation.

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...this

-pw

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rrcphoto · Jan 14, 2016

Mt Spokane Photography said:
I've watched the number of patents awarded to Canon increase every year, and was wondering how a company manages them when they average over 10 a day. Just keeping track of them and which ones go into a product seems like a big job.

Obviously, they break them down into categories, but there is also crossover. And, the figures are for US patents, They have more Japanese patents than US patents.

because of patent law changes in the united states, it actually makes more sense to get as many into the US patent system as possible.

the number of patent applications canon does is staggering.

as far as the patents and what goes into a camera, and what is defensible and what is unusable - there's lawyers on staff especially for that.

canon got nailed and is still fighting as well some legal battles by patent trolls - which aarefar more of a bane to innovation than getting a patent published would ever be.

scottkinfw · Jan 14, 2016

Having been put up for adoption at birth, I have finally found my biological father-Dad! Take me with you!

Seriously, have a great time. If you have time while in South Africa you might try a shark dive in shark alley. While in The Serengeti, go for a night drive- it is totally awesome. While in the crater, don't forget to look up for astro. Also, I think you will might be somewhat in rainy season in Tanzania, but also wildebeest birthing season which will be awesome, ~1.5 million born plus the predation. Then again, it might be a bit early. Any way you slice it, what a treat.

I can't wait to check out your blog.

Don't forget malaria and yellow fever prophylaxis.

Sek

tomscott said:
Hey guys,

Just thought I would update you on my travel plans for 2016. Continuing from my 2014/2015 trip of a lifetime of Rio to Lima, then 3/4s of the states I'm off again to do another. I took over 25,000 images in the just shy of 6 months I was away and its been quite a task to sort them... so the thread is unfortunately unfinished but if you would like to read about my gear selection and a little about my first trip here is the link.

http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=22621.msg435360#msg435360

I will use this thread to update my gear choice and also add pics of my trip as I go.

The Trip

Im very happy to say that after a lot of planning Traveling part II is booked!! Me and SWMBO (she who must be obeyed) are heading to Africa for 54 days starting in Cape Town and end in Nairobi.

Spanning eight countries through South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya. This journey is full of diverse cultures, abundant wildlife, spectacular landscapes, stunning beaches and loads of adventure. We will track the Big Five across open savannah, explore the Okavango Delta in a dug-out mokoro canoe, encounter gorillas deep in the Ugandan wilderness. We Travel aboard rugged overland truck and wilderness camping will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife.

Couple of highlights...
Fish River Canyon, Sossusvlei Dunes, and Spitzkoppe, game drives in Etosha, Serengeti, and Lake Nakuru National Parks, Guided township tour (Swakopmund), Okavango Delta overnight bush camping excursion, Ngorongoro Crater visit with game drives, Guided tour of spice plantation (Zanzibar), 4-day Zanzibar excursion, Guided mountain gorilla trek, Guided chimp trek (Kalinzu Forest Reserve).

Then we are going to south east asia for 41 days starting in Bangkok finishing in Sanur traveling through Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand!

Couple of highlights...
Full-day snorkelling excursion, City tour of Medan, Visit to orangutan feeding platform, Orientation of the Cameron Highlands, Orientation walks of Bandung, Berastagi, Sipirok and Bukittinggi, Entrance to Bromo Tengger Semeru NP, Mt Bromo sunrise climb, street food crawls.

Then we are staying in Bali for a while to do our Padi and travel around a few of the other islands including Comodo Island! Cannot wait!!! We fly early Jan and come home early May! With the possibility of heading to India for a while budget depending.

Gear and last trip gear analysis.

Things that didn't work so well

Barely any time for blogging so that is now off my priority list. The iPad Mini was fantastic especially with PS express really powerful. I ran Raws to the CF and small JPGs to the SD then put those on the iPad and edited them as I went to post online. They looked great on the iPad but a lot of members on here were telling me the colour was way off which when i finally got to a computer was abundantly true. Huge disappointment.

So this year I am going to take my MBA as my parents came out to visit me in america and brought it over for me and I was so worried about weight that it came off my list but when I started using it traveling the difference was minimal so it will be coming along this time.

Canon 70-300mm - although an incredibly sharp and small lens it was just far too short. I went to some incredible places like the amazon and it was just miles short sometimes cropping beyond 100% so I will bring something much longer so ensure I get close enough for the game parks etc

Hahnel Dual power USB charger worked once and died it was dead weight for the rest of the trip so I have ditched it for a fospower fuse.

Hahnel ProCube seems great on the outset, but when charging two batteries it will quick charge so only to 60% with both which was extremely annoying as you know with the 5DMKIII its burst speed reduces as the battery power goes below 50% GRRR, Sometimes it would charge one battery 100% and one to 60% and i nearly ran out of power at Machu Picchu on the 4 day inca trail which I was thoroughly annoyed about as I didn't shoot as many images as I wanted to. The USB on the rear also won't work at the same time as charging the batteries. Even with only one charging, it only works when no batteries are charging which is also annoying as its rather large to be a phone charger. But I learned to put both bats in charge until it says 100% then check in camera and let the other charge longer. Its saving grace is that it charges a lot faster than the Canon charger and the fact it can do two at once or I would ditch it.

Lowepro Photo Hatchback 22l AW - Not too many complaints its a great bag generally a great companion.
Things I didn't like - the compartment for camera gear is small not meant for a pro body so my fault but nothing in its size category did basically so I could get it on a flight. The big logo on the rear was a big target IMO although I had no issue. The cool area for your back was a waste, I'm on the younger end of the scale and an active bloke who sweats a bit while tracking and when in humid conditions of 35+ deg C it just soaked up all the sweat like a sponge and wasn't that comfortable and took ages to dry. The water cover was great, and the bag itself has loads of support and the straps are comfy, it had a rear compartment that faces your back and an internal camera bag that can be pulled out so in terms of safety even someone slit the bag with a knife (which does happen a lot) the gear was going nowhere without me seeing or feeling. Unfortunately in this class there are no in-between trekking bags with the same system and a mesh back cool zone, removable interior section and a good sized top section for other things like coats energy bars etc. They are all a lot smaller so for the time being its a love hate relationship more love.

Things that did work well

Picking one pic a day editing it and posting which is my goal and will update this thread with the images.

The 5DMKIII - I would have been lost without it, I don't care what anyone says there is not a better camera to go and do a trip like this. As you can read through my last thread I was juggling the A7, A7r and A6000 as possibilities because of weight. But I'm a fit guy and my main packs only 15k and my camera gear about 6 in my day pack so it was a no issue for me. The 5DMKIII has everything in terms of features build etc. I also like the heavier camera and I'm so used to it. Add that with the 24-105mm fantastic range although not the best IQ, I still think its one of canons best all rounders. The 16-35mm F2.8 again fantastic for night and landscape, the 70-300mm again incredible lens but as above just too short for wildlife but for everything else was great I used this a lot! With the pro grade build and weather sealing the gear went through a lot of intimidating environments from -30-40 deg C of NYC, Detroit and Chicago in the really bad american weather of January, the dust and sand of the Atacama Desert and the rainforest tropical storms of the Amazon. These are just a few it went through some of the worst places possible and I didn't so much as get a tiny bit of dust in a lens... The sensor on the other hand..

My gear I see as just tools I don't really protect it in any great manor just shoot and it shows my gear is worked hard and are certainly not museum pieces. I think this also helps in terms of people wanting to steal it, it looks nakard and I didnt have one issue on the whole trip in terms of safety. I haven't had any issues with this selection what so ever, love it and the way it works and the images I got from it were incredible.

So to continue from that point I will basically be taking the same gear as last time:

5DMKIII
24-105mm F4 L
70-300mm F4-5.6 L
16-35mm F2.8 L

Circ Polar, 10 stop grad, gorilla pod

2tb USB3 external, 1tb Hyperdrive

iPad mini ret 128gb

Power - Hahnel ProCube - charges two batteries at a time and has a 5v USB on the back very compact brilliant for travel. Also has a car adapter.
http://www.hahnel.ie/index.cfm?page=li-ionchargers&pId=145

Fospower Fuse
http://www.amazon.co.uk/FosPower-All-In-One-Universal-International-Converter-Black/dp/B00KC7I2GU

RavPower 14000MaH battery charger

Hahnel Dual power USB charger
http://www.hahnel.ie/index.cfm?page=xtrasforipod_usb&id=148&pId=148

Additions to this kit are a tamron 150-600mm would love the 100-400mm MKII for its IQ and weather sealing but as above far too short even at 400mm and nearly 3 times the price my gear insurance is already £350 so adding another £2000 to my worldwide cover will drastically increase that. The tammy seems the obvious option and as its cheap if it only lasts the trip I won't loose any sleep. Possibly add a 7DMKII but I'm not sure yet as 500-600mm will be more than enough. Also my MBA 11", the iPad mini 128gb was incredible last time around but really missed my MBA so def taking it.

Bags - Rover Pro 45L AW

http://youtu.be/fCpT5kcoNgA

It will be my hiking bag when needed, and be my luggage bag to put things in the hold during flights etc It also has two pull out camera compartments which can be folded down when not in use, or carry other items.

Rover Pro 45L AW
http://store.lowepro.com/shop/outdoor-adventure/rover-pro-45l-aw

It has very good supportive straps with an aluminium frame with hip support and a trampoline style rear system for cool air to pass.

I have also bought the Photo Hatchback 22l AW as my day pack its a rear loading camera bag.

This will be for my carry on but also a day pack when I only need a few bits and pieces in the day, it is really compact but holds a lot of gear also has a removable camera compartment allowing it to be a full sized bag.

http://store.lowepro.com/shop/dslr/photo-hatchback-22l-aw

Hope you enjoy reading my rants and arguments with myself and the gear! Also the pictures I will post. Any suggestions and comments are very welcome.

Cheers

Tom

scyrene · Jan 14, 2016

Nininini said:
I pull stills from my 4k video all the time. I use Corel VideoStudio (yes, I don't have a $1000000 software, this is good enough for me)

pause video and pull frame

(it gets automatically moved to a folder and saved as a JPEG, you can save as uncompressed bitmap too, I personally don't care, I use JPEG)

8 megapixel JPEG image:

I have also tested if the quality is the same as taking a picture.

If I take a still in JPEG and change it to 8 megapixel, is it the same quality as pulling a frame from my cameras 4k video.

It is, there is no loss of quality. I don't pixel peep my pictures, but I don't notice any difference in quality.

Of course, you are limited to 8mp, but in turn you get..video, it's like shooting 8mp pictures at 30fps with an unlimited buffer.

Thanks for sharing - it's good to have different perspectives on a subject. *But* I must say, a video frame will not have the same quality as a full raw still processed to taste. Until/unless raw video is enabled, even at the same dimensions, a video frame will have more compression, for instance. Depends entirely on what you want the shot for - a lower quality shot of the key moment in a sporting event for a website or newspaper is a far cry from a high end wildlife shot. Some users will find this less exciting than others, but it'll be good to have the option.

Jan 14, 2016

davidmurray said:
Sabaki said:

I just charged two of my LP-E6Ns, one in my LP-E6 charger and one in my LP-E6N charger and both register as 100% in my 7Dii.

All my kit is from Canon SA, which is supplied by Canon Europe

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I don't understand why someone would buy a $7,000 camera and then put cheap n nasty third party batteries in it and expect those batteries to work has if they are good/Canon ones. I wouldn't even consider non-Canon batteries in my camera

I would point you at the last line of my previous post:
"P.S. I have had 4 battery packs fail on me = ALL were Canon originals never a 3rd party one, you won't catch me buying Canon batteries unless they come included with the camera!"

If you are only happy to use OEM batteries that is your decision but don't get the idea that they are always better as they are frequently worse and always far more expensive!

bdunbar79 · Jan 14, 2016

OCEANSPRINCE said:
what is your suggestion? to avoid sigma?

Not at all. Just don't expect in-camera settings that affect JPG output to always be correct.

TWI by Dustin Abbott · Jan 14, 2016

Hello everyone. In response to some requests to take all of these lenses (Canon EF 35mm f/1.4L II, Canon EF 35mm f/2 IS, Sigma 35mm f/1.4 ART, and the Tamron 45mm f/1.8 VC pinch hitting for the 35mm f/1.8 VC) head to head, I've been doing a series of direct comparisons in a number of categories, including resolution/image quality, flare resistance, autofocus performance, and bokeh. The last video isn't live yet, but is in production at the moment. Most of these are in video format, but I've put together a docking page for it all along with some of the review image samples for you to draw conclusions from yourself.

Here's the landing page for the 35mm Shootout!: http://bit.ly/1ZqA4yM

I hope this helps some of you in your process to choose the right 35mm lens for you.

Canon Rumors · Jan 14, 2016

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The recently announced Tokina 14-20mm f/2.0 AT-X Pro DX how has pricing in the US and is available for preorder. The new lens will be $899 and is scheduled to begin shipping on February 5, 2016. Keep in mind that this is a “DX” lens and is for APS-C cameras.</p>
<p><strong>Tokina 14-20mm f/2.0 AT-X Pro DX $899: <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1213516-REG/tokina_at_x_14_20mm_f_2_pro.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296/DFF/d10-v21-t1-x703040" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/TN14202EOS.html?kbid=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a></strong></p>
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nda · Jan 14, 2016

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2b8mjhLsx8

9VIII · Jan 13, 2016

Instinctively I want to get a 6D2, an affordable and well rounded Full Frame body, but really if the 80D gets higher resolution with good AF and a nice compact body, that's more up my alley. I want Full Frame, but not with all the extra bulk.

And then we have the High End EOS-M to throw a monkey wrench in things. What kind of features are they actually willing to put on a mirrorless body?

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