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dolina · Apr 25, 2015

It is possible that Zeiss has an agreement with Sony that forbids them from selling AF lenses.

Apr 25, 2015

I have only tried the EFS 60mm Macro on a 1D4 with a 13mm extension tube - results were excellent!

Mt Spokane Photography · Apr 25, 2015

Canon USA has fixed prices for repairing the low end consumer lenses, and I've heard that there are price levels set for different types of repairs for the pro lenses.

For a 50mm f/1.4, for example, you can use the canon website to get a repair ticket, pay your fee, and then ship it to them. Unless its a fatal issue, like water damage, they will fix it and return it.

I've always thought that water damage was pretty much fatal to electronics, so I was surprised when my remote Bluetooth microphone used with my hearing aid went thru the washer and the dryer last week, and is working fine. That is still hard to believe. Its nice and clean too.

zlatko · Apr 24, 2015

tomri said:
I guess Canon will do what they always do; give people some features which they have been holding back, such as articulated screen. At the same time, they will make the handling feel cheaper and more flimsy. With the long awaited features they will pull in new customers. With the cheaper feel they make sure those customers will want to upgrade later.

Look at the 6d today, how bad these flush and flimsy buttons are at the back. Have you compared the feel of the thumb wheel with that of a, say 40d? Do it! It is an eye opener.

That expresses the perfectly cynical view. Essentially you believe that Canon *always* does things wrong. So why do you buy Canon? Or read a Canon rumors forum?

The buttons on the 6D feel great and work great, so I have no idea what you're talking about. And I did own and heavily use the 40D (had two of them, first one was $1,300) and the 30D, 20D, 10D, 60D, 5D, 5D2, 5D3 (still use it), 1D, 1DS, 1D2, 1D2N and 1D3. I really have no complaints about the 6D buttons, especially at it's low current price.

Dylan777 · Apr 24, 2015

I placed pre-order on both items since 1st day announcement. Received an email from BH today for both items are on the way.

Early reviews showed positive feedbacks. Can't wait 8)

NancyP · Apr 24, 2015

If I were starting out, I would go for the 100-400L IS II. As it is, I have the 400 f/5.6L no-IS, so the next big jump up would be the 400f/4 DO IS II or the 500 f/4 L IS I or II.

ritholtz · Apr 24, 2015

Buying third party lens without warranty (grey or used) looks like a big mistake. That is how I purchased 17-50 mm f2.8. Any idea why this firm ware is applicable for later production of 17-50 lens. My lens serial number starts wit 142xxxxx. Does Sigma fix firmware for grey items as well.

Apr 24, 2015

I very recently acquired the 16-35 F4 L IS and 24-70 F2.8 L ii to replacce my 17-40 F4 L and 24-105 F4 L IS.
So far I am very happy with both, though I have had few opportunities to use then so far!

In the case of the 16-35 F4 L IS I feel that the colours are very nearly as good as the 17-40. This is high praise in my books as I have yet to find a lens that renders colour as nicely as the Canon 17-40L. In every other respect the new 16-35 F4 L IS is simply a better lens, giving far less distortion and much greater resolution away from the image center. The only thing I cannot fathom with this lens is why they put IS on it! I cannot help feeling that this lens may have been even better without the extra (dead) element that the IS requires - regardless it is a fine lens.
My 24-70 F2.8 ii complements the 16-35 F4 very well and I am just loving the initial results. However, without the internal focusing, it does feel a bit untidy in comparison. Strange for a lens that costs nearly twice as much! The optics are top notch though.

cayenne · Apr 24, 2015

tolusina said:
Well done!

@1:12, was that Al Franken?

Thank you!!

LOL..nope, just one of the husbands of the ladies putting the event on.

Yours truly, however, does make a quick cameo at about 1:53.

8)

Thanks for watching!!

cayenne

knagar24 · Apr 24, 2015

My thoughts on why the the Canon XC10 wont be a game changer-

https://kshitijnagar.wordpress.com/2015/04/24/nabshow-roundup-quickthoughts-on-why-the-canon-xc-10-is-not-a-game-changer/

Mt Spokane Photography · Apr 24, 2015

Jim Saunders said:
Employing the Sigma is possible but lacking an overwhelming reason to go with a battery-operated off-brand lens that heavy the choice seems pretty clear.

Jim

I think that a lot of users have come to a similar conclusion. In the rare event that one is needed, just rent one. Apparently, few are renting them.

Crosswind · Apr 23, 2015

So where's my canon 50mm f1.2 II ? Hurry up.

LDS · Apr 23, 2015

Looks to me like the PhotoCD player of the XXI century... wasted money. The bubble is inflating....

Connie · Apr 23, 2015

Thank you

I will probably wait a little, because I smell cashback coming here, so maybe it will include 70D

bdunbar79 · Apr 23, 2015

Interesting. I would argue the 1D4 has at least the DR of the 5D3. I personally for sports would go with a 1D4 out of the choices he listed. I think it would be easier to fill the frame and in day time the 1D4 has just as much DR as the 5D3. That's just my opinion.

Edit: I just looked at sensorgen and actually the 1D4 has better DR than the 5D3 across the ISO range. I guess the real issue here is cropping or not. I always felt the 1D4's sensor was absolutely phenomenal.

a-hopps · Apr 23, 2015

No problem. I noticed that 24mm as well. Definitely didn't expect to see it listed.

Eldar · Apr 23, 2015

That is serious good news for the Sony camp and not so good news for Canon ... Looking forward to the reviews.

K-amps · Apr 23, 2015

Seems like in absence of exmor type on die AD's, other manufacturers are using something similar in concept to the Dual_iso that ML has. i.e. use 2 different gain paths, one low sensitivity, one high sensitivity, then combining both signals thereby enhancing DR. I was just looking at the Alexis sales brochure and it seems to use a similar idea to get 14+ stops in it's video sensors:

Sporgon · Apr 23, 2015

Agreed. The 'sensor shift resolution' ( an unfortunate name, given what it does) is an interesting development to take 'IQ' forward, unlike the latest buzz word on DPR 'ISO invariant' which does nothing to take IQ forward.

CaptHowdy · Apr 23, 2015

Hi!

I did this short test with the C500 and AJA Ki Pro Quad combo. I hope you'll like it!

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

Thanks!

Adam

TheJock · Apr 23, 2015

Thanks for all your help with answering peoples enquiries, and congratulations on reaching this milestone.
Like so many others have already said, your comments have helped steer me in the best direction with regards to new kit, and although I can say a huge thanks, my wife does not agree ;D ;D ;D
Well done and here's to the next 10,000

tolusina · Apr 22, 2015

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https://www.tethertools.com/

rob1468 · Apr 22, 2015

Alex said:
Hey guys,
Anyone in the north Devon area that wants to do a meet up?

where in north devon are u ?

MehNameisSam · Apr 22, 2015

NorbR said:
You need to set your video setting to NTSC (in one of the wrench menus). You will then be able to select 30/60 fps instead of 25/50.

Thanks, I completely overlooked the video format setting.

TWI by Dustin Abbott · Apr 22, 2015

meywd said:
TWI by Dustin Abbott said:

meywd said:

alek35 said:

It's a pity the reviewer didn't notice the pretty bad coma (a known problem for the Canon 24mm L) which is a
major problem for astrophotography. Check the gull-shaped stars in this image...

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It seem the only option is the Rokinon.

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I see your point. I'm actually looking forward to reviewing some of the repackaged Rokinon/Samyang lenses with the auto aperture and focus confirm chips.

The new Tamron 15-30mm is even better.

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I meant the 24mm f/1.4 not the 14mm even if the coma is good the tamron would still be a f/2.8 lens

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