I sure hope the specification of file size being between four millibit and 15 millibit was a typo.

Let me send in a few 300x450 pixel files "compressed" to 10MB size, with some embedded metadata stating that they are 1"x1½" in size, that is... 300dpi. No problemos!

No, you can't specify a lowest file size for a compressed file and assume that'd say anything about the quality. That is insane. I've got lots of files at under a megabyte that look fantastic blown up big and several files over 10MB that just look ugly if you print them larger than postcard-sized because of all the distracting fine detail.

I would specify a list of acceptable file formats, a minimum expected pixel dimension of about 2400x3600 and a warning that too much compression or low number of pixels will cause the prints to look bad, lowering the chances of winning. Possibly also a line on any technical restriction in maximum file size accepted for submissions, eg "no larger than 100MB per file".

Re: Canon Italy Posts Image With Stolen Elements, No Credit and Taken on a Fuji

aceflibble said:

Using stock assets is completely standard, especially for branches of a company away from the main offices. Canon have done it for years. So do Nikon, Sony, Fuji, Panasonic, Pentax, etc.

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Sure - but use reputable sources, at least, even if they're not free...

TheCamerastore just published their hands on review of G1x Mk3.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xg1h9sLWVMk&t=0s

Re: Canon’s Inkjet Single and Multi-Function Printers Receive a Consumer Electronics Industry Perfor

unfocused said:

I guess giving away printers helps you gain market share.

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Everyone does that, though. The "real" money is in the ink and the paper afterwards.

I use Canon paper, but I use third party ink.

christianmacek said:

I have the same problem. Most the time the lens will not connect, if it does i have 4 dark corners. I have now turned off the eripheral illumination correction and it works (but not in all modes) and only if the lens can connect.

I have uploaded a sample image here (since I did`t figure out how to post photo in the forum: /null]https://kamera-verleih.ch/canon-tokina-problems-vignette/#iLightbox[postimages]/null

I guess I will have to sell my beloved Tokina and go for another alternative, even though I read that tamron and sigma also have some issues with the 5d Mark IV. Sine I rent out cameras, I have to have a lens that works all the time in all modes and settings.

Any idea for a good alternative in the same price range?

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Maybe a bit more expensive, but you can’t go wrong with the Canon 16-35 f4 L IS (unless you need f2.8). You should be able to find it used for a good price. It is actually that good, that it’s new price is one of the most reasonable L-lenses.

Canon Rumors said:

I don't think a 7D Mark III is coming in 2018 outside of a Q4 possibility. Again, I want to hear more from a few I trust before I [CR3] it.

I'd be absolutely shocked if we saw it in the first half of 2018.

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Thanks for your clarification, admin.

I am one of those who, based on what many said or suggested, had started to believe - and at least hope 8) - that the 7D Mk III could come a little before the end of the 5-year cycle.

when can we (in the US) buy these items?

I have only 1 question - WHY?

Have fun! I like my old Mamiya-Sekor 55 f/1.4, has a different rendition, brings back memories. Also good for 6D are many Nikon AI and AI-S manual lenses. I enjoy using my dad's old 105 f/2.5 and tiny little 55 f/3.5 macro and my own eBay 50 f/1.2 AI-S lenses with adapter. You want a good Nikon F to EF adapter, not the el-cheapo.

Re: KODAK and WENN Digital Partner to Launch Major Blockchain Initiative and Cryptocurrency, CRCoin

That's the largest pile of buzzwords I've seen in quite some time.

...unless what they want to achieve is the possibility for anyone without registration with a centralized organisation to create a smart contract to license the use of an image, with an associated payment enforced by, and visible to everyone through, the contract in the block chain.

Sort of the inverse of The DAO.

Except, with the "open for registration to residents of..." says they aren't. So... pile of buzzwords. Too bad!

Just ordered a second studio flash (have a Buff Einstein 640), a Buff WhiteLight X1600. Mainly for the uncoated tube to do UV reflectance macro. In order to control excess spill of harmful UV, I got a snoot, but that loses 3.5 f-stops. Snoots generally are black on the inside. Has anybody painted it silver? or glued aluminum foil on the inside? How much difference does it make? Just in case you wonder, I don't want to paint it white because of the ubiquitous fluorescent UV brighteners in white colors.

Appreciate the comments. Agree the 5Diii has a lot of life left but part of this new camera deal is to now sell the old one to offset the cost a bit more.

gruhl28 said:

neuroanatomist said:

I wouldn't expect an update. Personally, I went with a hähnel Giga T Pro II trigger – does long exposures, interval shooting, and operates as both a wired or a wireless trigger. Vello has a similar one, I chose the hähnel for the smaller size of the transmitter (which unlike the Vello is small enough to conceal in my hand if I'm in a picture).

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Seems like the Hahnel for Canon is discontinued:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/852088-REG/hahnel_HL_HWGIGA_C_Giga_T_Pro_II.html

Edit: Seems to be replaced by this:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1305599-REG/hahnel_1000_715_0_captur_timer_kit_for.html
Not small enough to conceal in hand anymore

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Bummer. Granted, AA batteries are certainly more convenient than the coin cell in my transmitter and the oddball lithium battery in the receiver. But I'd still prefer the smaller size.

For the rumored video rates there is no need for CFAST cards. My guess is it will keep the 2 type of cards that 7D2 has and my only question is whether they will support the newer faster type of SD cards or not. An increase in High (mostly) and Low ISO performance, an even bigger buffer than 7D2's and a touch screen would be enough to make it awesome! (Just my opinion of course).

I only use my TS on a tripod. Thus IS would not be very useful.

Talys said:

The answer, of course is the same as for the question, "Why would anyone ever buy a camera with a bigger sensor if what you care about is telephoto reach?".

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Why, indeed? Well, I have my reasons.

angrykarl said:

Mikehit said:

Yep, There are photograhers who specialise in taking stills on set for publicity shots. Some are set up but a lot are during read-throughs and final pre-shoot sessions.

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Thanks for clarifying.

I've just realised why shots straight from the movie couldn't be possibly used: 24p = blurred motion. Should have realised that from EXIF shutter speeds. Silly me. I wonder if HFR movies like Hobbit could do that.

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I don't know the answer to your question but I do know The Hobbit had a dedicated stills photographer because I met him. He was sponsored by Tourism Australia to come back to Oz during a break in filming for shoots of some tourism products, including those of my wife's tour company. Very good photos too but we had to wait months for them!

too bad about high prices. It would be nice if price fell like CF cards

neuroanatomist said:

I don't believe there's anything 'magic' (aka 'character') about the 85/1.2L II...the f/1.4L IS renders beautifully. Unless by 'character' you mean that nostalgic feel of focus-by-wire, the fact that you can enjoy a sip of coffee while the lens achieves focus, and the satisfying click of a lens hood that just pushes on instead of using the traditional bayonet mount. In that case, the 85/1.2 has character in spades.

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Bookmarking this to use this same argument up when a proper new 50 comes out.

Some people will cling to their 'magic' and 'character' and they honestly may not be wrong -- beauty being in the eye of the beholder and what not.

But I'll take a lens that focuses before next Tuesday, is not FBW, has IS, and mops the floor with its predecessor sharpness-wise. The rendering of the 85 is f/1.4L IS seems terrific to me, but (a) I never shoot portraiture, (b) light falloff and bokeh isn't a high priority for me and (c) my livelihood doesn't depend on my output.

- A

I have a 5DSR and am a product photographer as well. I have been interested in the 135 but not sure if manual focus is a good choice for me. My main workhorse is the 100mm 2.8L lens and it is pretty decent. I also have a zeiss 50mm macro and I struggle with the manual focus. Tethered, I can use my laptop to focus and while sharp in live view, the actual photo is a touch soft. I also notice that if I turn off live view after focusing and depress shutter, I will not get a focus confirmation. However, if I then refocus with the viewfinder, I will get a focus confirmation beep. If I then, turn live view back on with the viewfinder manual focus and confirmation, it is blurry in live view. The viewfinder shot is always better focus in the actual shot then the live view focused image.

Do you notice any difference in manual focus between live view and viewfinder and do you have that same experience when comparing the two methods?

It all depends on the video specs. Those of the 5DIV are underwhelming. Canon has a recent track record of dumbing down cameras unless you want to go to the upper end of the cinema line. I am not having high expectations.

An 85 prime is a very handy lens.

I couldn't wait for the Canon 85 1.4 IS, so I bought the Tamron 85 1.8 IS, which has been a nice, sharp lens on my full frame bodies. No autofocus issues, thankfully.

I figured that I'd sell my trusty old Canon 85 1.8, but haven't. It feels really nice ergonomically on a rebel-class body. The autofocus is fast and quiet. It's reasonably sharp at F/2.2 and it acts like a 135mm lens does on a full frame body. You do have to use a fast shutter speed to avoid motion blur of course. I think it would make a nice indoor sports lens or longish portrait lens for crop sensor shooters.

My goodness. ST:IV. Completely forgot that line! You just made my 2018.

Makes sense.

Thanks Dustin