AlanF said:

And your RF 200-800mm doesn't fit on it.

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You do highlight another key point about transitioning to RF, if you want to partake in any new gear, like RF lenses, you will need an RF body. So, yes, while not a key factor for me back in 2020 when I picked up my R5, this thought was in the back of my mind and critical for those that want any of the new RF lenses, like say a RF 28-70 f/2.

EOS 4 Life said:

When compared side by side, the T stops seem about the same.
The smoother out-of-focus background is likely due to the APO like the RF 85 f/1.2 vs the RF 85 f/1.2 DS.
What I don't get is how the Sigma 14 f/1.4 is also an APO lens but it seems like it is T1.5.

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None of Sigma’s lenses are stated to be APO. The Sigma 35mm f1.2 having a smoother background than the GM is purely down to it having a wider maximum aperture. Just like the Canon RF 85mm f1.2 L renders an even smoother background than Sigma’s 85mm f1.4 Art DG DN.

SonicStudios said:

Ah, cool, so hoping the new TC is custom designed for the new big white zooms, thanks!!!

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off-topic but what are the color codes in your equipment list?

Personally, I'd like to see the crew which hatched this idea demoted to repair technicians working in Virginia.

In this patent application (2024-055909) Canon discusses quite a few embodiments of an dual fisheye 3D/VR lens similar to the RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye. The one of interest, is the APS-C embodiment as it’s one that is rumored to be coming out soon. Now generally, we have to go by half image height of lenses

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An article in Nikkei points out that the Japanese domestic market has grown for the first time in 13 years. Which kind of shows just how bad it’s gotten for the japanese marketplace. The Japanese market has gone from its peak of over 10 million units down in 2010 and has basically been in a

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Beautiful photo, your zoom is very good!

David - Sydney said:

Using the existing bayer pattern and modifying the channels in-camera, could the result be better AF as the contrast seems to be better? Or perhaps used only in low light or when focus hunting?

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Most likely, if there is any benefit to changing how the there channels are used in terms of AF, someone at Canon thought about it years ago. An inferred fourth channel should definitely have benefits in some situations.

Monte said:

My R3 & EF 400 f2.8 IS with the Canon adaptor does this as well and drives me nuts. I’ve spent hours trying to find info on this online and YouTube, but no luck. I guess I should’ve asked here.
I guess we’re stuck with it if we want IS while simply looking through the view finder. What bothers me is how long it keeps buzzing when it’s not needed, usually on a tripod. Wasteful wear on the IS and batteries.

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You can turn it off either with the lens switch or camera menu--if you don't want it on while using a tripod.
But remember to try ECO Mode for quick time outs, which stops the IBIS. Startup time is virtually instant when you press the shutter button or most other control buttons.

In theory, what you say is reasonable; however, in practice the characteristic you describe makes little difference to battery life or IBIS wear and tear if you are properly managing things, something which quickly becomes second nature.

As I mentioned previously, if the power issue is important to you, be sure to choose an EVF option that doesn't include having the proximity sensor constantly active. This keeps the camera from staying on all the time. Of course, in a studio, with the camera placed down when not in use, you wouldn't need to worry about this at all.

EDIT: Caught mistake regarding menu option for turning off IS.

David - Sydney said:

What would be the use case for CPL with VR?
CPL with wide angle that includes the sky during the day is problematic... with the sky hard to avoid with this lens if recording outdoors.

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answering my own question but perhaps a CPL to reduce reflections could be used to avoid reflections of elements behind the camera (tripod, people etc) from reflective surfaces in front of the camera. I haven't used the lens but I imagine it would be tricky to avoid unintended elements in frame.

Cool shot. Nicely done, dpc.

EricN said:

Didn't know this...

By the way, I think you have had your 10-20 for a little while. How do you like it?

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Great fun! In this recent shot, I was careful not to bump bulbous front elements, otherwise, I'd have gotten in closer. (Note: I did ask the subject if I may take a photograph, and she said, "I couldn't give a brass farthing.")

EricN said:

Thank you for correcting my misconception about the R5c

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I take it that you checked the menus online. R5c is a beast of a camera, a camera that I greatly admire. The menu system is a beast too with a huge learning curve. Besides the complex menu, it also has permutations and combinations - if you select some resolution, some features are automatically disabled and the same for focus etc. This makes things tougher. So a person needs to learn the camera before working on it.

koenkooi said:

An old style rubber cup that completely seals around the eye would help with consistent pupil size, the only light would be from the EVF.

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I think it's not a great solution for everyone because for example with wildlife we won't see an animal for a while and thin it could appear for less than a minute... I don't think anyone will keep their eye in the eyecup because they'll want both eyes to search for the next subject. I could be wrong - it's just my thinking.

P-visie said:

"We will maintain the RF mount. A Z-mount red camera will not be available for a while"

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That means they are definitely switching to Z-mount.
A "while" is relative and could mean anything.

old-pr-pix said:

"Overall for the first two months of the year, Japanese camera manufacturers have shipped 102% more DSLRs and 143% more Mirrorless cameras from the same period last year." Isn't that more correctly 2% more and 43% more units respectively?

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Yes, 102% more would be more than double,

stillviking said:

AHah @EricN, I would love to date a Canon intern!

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Why not a lens designer?

In this patent application (2024-052503), Canon is looking at providing autofocus for dual lenses, such as the Canon RF5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye lens. The current dual fisheye lens is manual focus only, so this would be a step in the right direction. From Canon; To provide a lens device that is equipped with an autofocus

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I have found a solution that works for me. The left AF ON button I assigned to AE Lock and hold, so i can toggle it off if i want/need to. Next I turned the joystick to be essentially “on” all the time without needing to press the AF Point button.

And my ‘solution‘ the have a BBF that works for me, is toi have set the * button on back to stop autofocus. It seems a better option than having to keep your thumb constantly on the *,( OK maybe not constantly). As was said - the R5 has a great AF system, and this solution works and allows all modes of focus that can be chosen from the AF Point select button. I am delighted at how it works for me! A bit unusual, but individuality make the world go round.

EricN said:

Mainly, I've been posting silly things lately, but specifically the comment you replied to was inspired by someone that said they would go to Sony if Canon did announce whatever s/he wanted at the NAB show. I hope it's just one person thinking like this, but there is always the claim, "I'm sure there are more people like me!" We will find out if two days after the show every used photography shop in the world says, "we can't buy anymore used Canon products because of the NAB show..."

About switching between Nikon and Canon. Do you have trouble with the focus ring direction or any other differences??

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Considering the focus of NAB, doubtful.

roby17269 said:

who, me?

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No, you are the last one I'd ever suspect of being interested in such a lens.

Ok. Trying another method to sell the R50. At least they're trying.

SonicStudios said:

I was looking at these thinking that the writers had done their research and knew what they were talking about.

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Is this your first day on the internet?

chik0240 said:

is that canon factory basic adapter? or some third party ones?

Also if it's me I will try to just put the adapter alone onto the camera and try to turn it, it should show whether it's with the heavy sigma lens or the adapter itself is the issue and with adapter only you can observe more on how much play the adapter itself have

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The adapter is a Canon one. Good idea trying it alone, I will give it a shot. Thank you for your feedback!

A last one of last autumn