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Daniel Flather · Mar 20, 2014

Re: Zacuto Launches Innovative Canon & Zeiss Cinema Lens Supports

Cool video even to just see the canon gear.

Jeff · Mar 20, 2014

any thoughts on this one?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsNTQv8kfYc#at=333

Ruined · Mar 20, 2014

Thinking about it, I suppose you are right.

Steve Williams · Mar 20, 2014

Komodo is a crazy place to shoot, well worth the trip. I played with shooting video of the dragons during mating season using the 7D. Sounds more exciting than it is. They aren't exactly passionate lovers. Reinforced for me again that I'm definitely a stills guy. Not sure what this has to do with squid but hey, you never know what you are going to see on Canon Rumors.. A screen grab from a video shot with the 70/ 200 f4.

Cheers,
Steve

Mt Spokane Photography · Mar 20, 2014

Nikon came out with a replacement some time ago, hoping to dodge the bad reputation of the D600. Toyota just paid a billion plus $ for hiding defects, and GM is going to have to match it.

It seems to be a no brainer to fess up and fix a issue, but the book keepers think they are saving the company money, when they are risking much more.

Every camera has issues, some are minor, some are a real issue. It is a juggling act to decide which falls into which category, but after Nikon was called out in DPR a couple of years back, they should have acted more decisively.

canon23 · Mar 19, 2014

Thanks for all your replies!

Sanaraken said:
You miss out on the group buy from CPW for the 85L for $1699 shipped. No hassle sending any rebate

Yea, I'm registered w/CPW & received the notice on the Group Buy, but I wasn't familiar with this...how it works and more importantly, if the products were used/open, etc. so I didn't rush into it.

9VIII · Mar 19, 2014

AcutancePhotography said:
I would feel the same as a writer feels about a pen, typewriter, word processer.

The art is in what you take a picture of, science is how you take the picture.

Was the "art" of writing murdered by the advent of a word processer with spell and grammar check?

Will a hack writer like me be able to write better if I use a fountain pen?

Yes, fountain pens lay ink down more easily and reliably (once you have it tuned properly). I actually threw out all but a few specialized ballpoint pens once I got a good FP.
I'm guessing you weren't talking about the quality of your script though.

donsullivan · Mar 19, 2014

KBStudio said:
Don - Are you finding the shutter bounce to be a problem? I am following the same logic set as you and have yet to make up my mind. Came close but talk of shutter bounce at anything under 125th of a second and the variable performance of each Metabones adapter has made me wait. What has been your experience?

I too read the reports of shutter bounce but so far I have not noticed it to be an issue for me. I've also only had it for a couple of weeks and I'm still running it through a range of shooting scenarios and conditions to see how it holds up.

I ordered the wrong Metabones adapter (Speed Booster) at first and had to swap that out for the proper one (III) and now it's fine. So far I've tested 14mm f/2.8L II USM, 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM, 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM, 70-200 f/2.8L II USM (also with a 2x extender III) as well as the 8-15mm f/4 Fisheye and all work with full functionality (albeit slowly) on the metabones. The only Canon lens I own that did not work is my really old 50mm f/1.4 which I knew going in was not supported due to the age of the architecture.

I'm still working through the use cases to confirm which camera body is best suited for which of the types of shooting I do. Right now, any type of landscape shooting I do either handheld or tripod is likely to be on the A7R and anything handheld that needs fast performance will use the 5D3.

For example this past weekend I shot an airshow and have another one coming up on Sunday. I won't even bring the A7R with me for that sort of condition since it's way too slow all the way around but the 5D3 can handle those conditions just fine. However I've got a sunset/dusk cityscape shoot planned for this weekend and A7R will be the primary tool for that shoot since It'll be on the tripod the whole time and I want the greater DR it's sensor offers.

For me I think it's going to be about picking the right body for the proper use case and having the metabones adapter gives me the option of using my large investment in L-glass either way. A friend of mine described it the other day as being like I had the option to 'swap backs' behind the lenses based on the shooting conditions.

lots more testing to do and lessons to learn but so far I'm quite happy with it.

EricFiskCGD · Mar 19, 2014

Rams_eos said:
I try to avoid GAS (see other thread) but visiting this forum help in deciding what I need.

Gear Aquisition Syndrome - GAS

Skirball · Mar 19, 2014

J.R. said:
Thanks a lot guys. I've ordered the gels, the speed strap and the roll-up gel folder - should get them on Saturday.

On a side note, what about the LEE Gel filter sheets, would I be able to use these with the Honl system? The LEE sheets are quite large and I could cut them to size if needed.

You would have to add your own velcro, but sure.

Canon Rumors · Mar 19, 2014

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CPS Cinema and Enterprise CPS Levels are Introduced to Support the Unique Needs of Imaging Professionals</p>
<p><b>MELVILLE, N.Y., March 19, 2014</b> - Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today that the Canon Professional Services (CPS) program has been expanded and now provides support for all Cinema EOS products. Created over 30 years ago to support professional film photographers, CPS has evolved through the years to keep pace with the changing needs of the modern imaging professional. A new CPS Cinema level has been added to the current Silver, Gold and Platinum levels continuing Canon’s commitment to support professional imaging customers as their needs grow and expand.</p>
<p>CPS Cinema Membership provides members with benefits like maintenance services, which are valuable for filmmakers who use their cinema equipment in all types of elements, repair discounts, and equipment evaluation loans, ideal for cinematographers looking to test out new equipment. In addition, members receive Canon Live Learning discounts, access to a 24/7 Live Exclusive Member Hotline, as well as a range of other benefits. CPS Cinema members receive expedited two-business day turnaround on their registered products at Canon Service and Support centers located in Hollywood, CA, and Ridgefield Park, NJ, with more locations to be added in the future. Additionally, CPS Cinema members can receive on-site Clean & Check Service by trained Canon CPS service and support professionals at select trade shows such as the 2014 National Association of Broadcasters Show (NAB), taking place April 7th-10th at the Las Vegas Convention Center.</p>
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“CPS is such an important part of Canon’s award-winning service and support offering. Now with the success and rapid growth of our Cinema EOS products we felt it was time that cinema professionals were also provided with a level of CPS support that is able to address their unique needs,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, executive vice president and general manager, Imaging Technologies & Communications Group, Canon U.S.A. “Following in the tradition of exceptional service and support, CPS Cinema enhances our commitment to supporting imaging professionals.”</p>
<p>To become a CPS Cinema member a customer needs to own just one Cinema Zoom lens, or one of the following Cinema EOS cameras: the EOS C300, EOS C500, or EOS-1D C. Members will also receive benefits on all other qualified products entered in their CPS account. Annual membership for CPS Cinema is $1,000.</p>
<p>Cinema Prime lenses and the EOS C100 are now included as qualifying products for CPS Platinum and receive all benefits provided at that membership level.</p>
<p>In order to better serve corporations like newspapers, rental houses, schools and universities, Canon has also developed an Enterprise level of CPS support. Enterprise CPS is a customizable program developed to provide service and support benefits that meet the unique needs of medium-and-large sized companies who own large quantities of Canon imaging products. Customized benefits of Enterprise CPS can include any or all of the benefits of regular CPS membership in addition to on-site maintenance service, expanded product support and more.</p>
<p>After the success at the 2013 NAB Show, Canon’s Professional Services will again be hosting the Canon Hospitality Suite at the 2014 NAB Show. The Canon Hospitality Suite (Room C201) is open to all NAB tradeshow attendees with priority support for CPS Gold, Platinum, Cinema, and Enterprise members. After checking in at the CPS kiosk in the Canon booth C4325, visitors to the suite located just off of the tradeshow floor can experience Canon’s commitment to service and support for the professional imaging community first hand.</p>
<p>Suite visitors will also be able to chat with Canon experts about Canon’s exciting developments in cinema, video and DSLR technology and Canon technical representatives will be on-hand to provide product consultations. Gold, Platinum, Cinema, and Enterprise CPS members can take advantage of the complimentary onsite Clean & Check Service (limited to two Canon DSLR bodies or lenses or one Cinema product or XF professional video camcorder currently registered to your CPS membership account). Show attendees will also have the opportunity to sign up for Canon CPS membership. Product serial numbers for qualifying CPS equipment will be needed in order to process on-site membership applications.</p>
<p>For details and additional information on the new CPS Cinema and Enterprise CPS membership levels, as well as other CPS programs, or to see a comprehensive list of all qualifying Cinema products please visit the CPS web page at: <a href="http://www.cps.usa.canon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">[url=http://www.cps.usa.canon.com]www.cps.usa.canon.com[/url]</a>.</p>
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Rienzphotoz · Mar 19, 2014

In order to take advantage of the "smooth automatic exposure feature in the Time-lapse application", make sure to .also update the Timelapse app in the camera ... it took me less than 30 seconds to update the app. But I have't tied the updated app yet, maybe tomorrow.

Komodor · Mar 19, 2014

I just start taking tima lapses with X-T1. This camera has internal intervalometer. And its great camera ı will start using my 24mm tilt shift lens on this camera...

http://youtu.be/t2jA-L_9DUE[/url

ecka · Mar 19, 2014

verysimplejason said:
ajfotofilmagem said:

A hypothetical Samyang 50mm F1.2 with autofocus that works well, good sharpness and contrast at F1.2, and costing less than $1000 is a dream. In fact, I'd be happy with a 50mm F1.4 that is so good with Zeiss Otus, but costing only $500.

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I'll get it even if it only has an AF confirmation chip if it'll be as good as the Zeiss otus but $500 or less.

I think that AF confirmation chip would be too little (it'a DIY thing) and autofocus is a bit too much to expect (for the price).
How about electronic aperture?

Grumbaki · Mar 19, 2014

From what I read, Mophie Juice Packs are the best quality on the market. Their stuff frequently gets positive reviews on Ars and Wired. I'm in the market for a good one too as my generic chinese cheapo one is dying on me.

Arctic Photo · Mar 19, 2014

Thanks for sharing this story. There's about ten years between us since I was a teenager during the 80's, but my Canon story is much shorter, i only started with Canon in 2006 I think, when I picked up the then brand new 400D with two lenses.

My parents are retired since long and they have converted thousands of images fromfilm to digital, I haven't gotten them over in my computer yet but your story makes me realize I need to do that before it's too late. I want to be able to have time to go through them all with them.

Again thanks and all the best!

CarlTN · Mar 19, 2014

Re: IS Versions of the 50mm, 85mm & 135mm Coming? [CR1]

Zv said:
privatebydesign said:

Canon have always put two main reasons for putting IS in the lens.

First, the IS is custom made for the specific focal length and lens characteristics.

Second, for optical viewfinders lens based IS steadies the view through the viewfinder, this is not the case with IBIS systems with optical viewfinders, it is true for EVF's though.

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Thanks for clarifying. I had forgotton about the second point.

So the IS in the lens is designed to compensate for movement in ways that a sensor just couldn't do? I imagine a sensor can only move in certain ways - for example up down left right and maybe tilt? And maybe not all at the same time right? That would be some clever sensor acrobatics if it could!

The in lens is basically a series of small optical elements that move in response to the way light enters the barrel, right? Meaning there is more than just one thing moving. So is in lens IS more acurate too? And what about Hybrid IS? Could a sensor mimic that too or not?

A moving sensor is never going to be able to mimic what in-lens IS can do. However, a stationary sensor with "digital IS", as found in compact cameras, does seem to work pretty well (in my experience). In any case though, IS is a bandaid for people who like to shoot slow shutter speeds hand-held, or on a monopod (like me). Mode 2 IS for panning, is very useful, but stationary IS, is simply a compromise for when your focal length is long, the light is low, and the aperture is not big enough. Sure it comes in handy, especially if you want really deep focus even in bright light...but really the reason you're using it, is because you're too lazy to use a tripod. The final result will never be as sharp as it would have on a tripod, at least with proper technique. But who has time to use a tripod? I usually don't. I use mine mostly for long exposure night images.

Aglet · Mar 19, 2014

and at a considerably lower (half) price

www.dpreview.com/news/2014/03/19/samsung-announces-tiny-nx-mini-mirrorless-camera?

same size sensor, slightly faster 22 fps framerate, plenty of useful features.

MLfan3 · Mar 19, 2014

if you can wait, I am also waiting , the current one is not a very good lens, and its IS is really dated old tech.

expatinasia · Mar 18, 2014

BL said:
Not sure what there's left to improve besides weight to be honest.

The biggest improvement over the MKI was the much improved MFD and updated IS imo, but either version shoots wide open all day long leaving folks more than happy with the results.

They could always add Stabiliser Mode III and I guess a few other little tweaks.

Mar 18, 2014

ajfotofilmagem said:
The reason must be that the camera launched two years ago, continues to outperform new D4S. :

;D

brad-man · Mar 18, 2014

drjlo said:
brad-man said:

Marsu42 said:

brad-man said:

When I removed the spent batteries, a small piece of plastic followed the batteries out the door.

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Where exactly did that come from - anything you suggest to prevent this from happening?

As for the reliability: Just from a couple of posts in a forum - no matter positive or negative - we'll never get a good survey, esp. there's a bias against 3rd party manufacturers: If Sigma/Yongnuo/... breaks it'll be on the Internet as a systematic failure, when Canon breaks it's an isolated case covered by the warranty. Still, I do regret ordering the Trigger as cheap as it comes from an obscure eBay seller as I doubt he'll make good on the warranty (if there's any).

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The piece came out of the guts of the camera. Nothing extraordinary caused this to happen. I can see nothing broken/missing when I look inside the door. There is another piece rattling around inside the transmitter that just wont fall out. The unit still works fine, but it will drain the batteries in about a week even when powered off. I have been in contact with hkyongnuophotoequipment and have sent them pictures/descriptions of the problem. They have asked me to send the unit back to them for a refund or replacement, so they appear, so far, to be handling this in a professional manner. I have since picked up a Canon ST-E3-RT as I already have 2 600EX's and so am committed to the system. I'm not sure whether I want a refund or replacement. I still use a 5Dll and a 7D, and I also find the focus assist light occasionally useful. I will probably go ahead and get a refund for now. The price of them has gone down to $138 on ebay and I suspect they will drop further, so I may pick up another one in the future.

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Are you stuck with return shipping fee back to Hong Kong?

When I replied that I would be happy to return the transmitter to them, I asked them what would be the best method. When they reply, I will find out. If they do not offer to cover return postage, I will bring the matter up.

EricFiskCGD · Mar 18, 2014

mackguyver said:
It sounds like you ran into some rude people who happened to use Nikon. Most Nikon shooters I know are good people, but some amateurs have an attitude that Nikon is "better" than Canon, just like their Leica counterparts.

I think it's a reflection of the individual (and their obvious insecurities) and why they chose their gear, not a reflection of owning the gear. I'm sure there are plenty of Canon snobs who thumb their noses at Panasonic, Olympus, and Sony shooters as well.

Mack

There were two really great Nikon users who were really great to chat with and I got some great tips on focusing and how and why they choose their lenses for the shots they take. Again, those people I could have chatted with for hours.

I'm not in a place where I can look down at other Camera owners yet. You like what you like and that's the end of it - the Nikon user interface isn't to my tastes. I could talk to anyone about lenses, period.

Ajfotofilmagem:
In retrospect, - I think you're right because they didn't seem to know too much about their rigs.

slclick · Mar 18, 2014

going crazy standing in the B&H queue for this!

Valvebounce · Mar 18, 2014

Hi Don.
Thanks for that.
I will have to see if I can try both before I commit to buying one based on this information, you may have saved me from making a mistake.

Cheers Graham.

Don Haines said:
Valvebounce said:

Hi Don.
What is the reasoning with not bothering with the 2X converter on a crop body, a 1.4X would only give me 448mm equivalent, a 2X would still only give me 640mm equivalent, whereas I am already used to running out of zoom at 800mm equivalent.
If for some reason it would degrade the image below the quality of the Sigma then it would be a waste, if it is only (only ha) for the 2 stops of light lost with a 2X converter, that would make it the same as the Sigma at 150mm and a whole 1/3rd of a stop better at full reach all be it less reach than the Sigma!
What I'm trying to say is that I'd love the extra reach but I'm open to reasoning on why not to?
Here I am debating something that could be months away! : Aaah the planing stage!

Cheers Graham

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I tried an experiment where I placed a target 25 feet away and took pictures with the 70-200, with the 1.4X, and with the 2X on a 60D and a 5D2 and then pixel peeped to see how much detail I could see in the final image. On the 5D2 the most detail was with the 2X, then the 1.4X, and then the bare lens. On the 60D the most detail was with the 1.4X, the the 2X, then the bare lens.

A crop camera, with the smaller pixel size, is more sensitive to lens resolution than a FF camera. Adding in a teleconverter adds in distortion, and with crop cameras teleconverters do not work well unless you have a very sharp lens.

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