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Mar 23, 2012

Shame I have one on pre order at Jessops. I have just checked my account and it's still on back order.
Should I cancel and order from WEX? This will mean I get it on Monday.....Decisions.

JR · Mar 23, 2012

Darn I was too late!

While I ordered the 1DX, seeing the recent pictures from the 5DmkIII convince me I should get it as well as my second, smaller body (really liked ISO and colors rendition of some recent review) so when I saw this OP I did not have my credit card with me. By the time I got back home and try ordering they were out of stock!

I guess I will have to wait for next shipment :-\ :-[

Lee Jay · Mar 23, 2012

This might be interesting:

http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1029&message=40993349

Mar 23, 2012

Hi
Yes, i have tried converting to DNG and using adobe 6.7, and the files when imported into lightroom4 are excessively noisy, however after many tests, the best solution I found is as you say to output from Canon DPP as 16bit tiff and then work in Lightroom. The tiffs are of course very large files and I'm looking forward to the update From Lighrooom to ease the overall workflow, as this at the moment is a little time consuming.

Bennymiata · Mar 23, 2012

Not much different than the US price.

Bennymiata · Mar 23, 2012

That is certainly pixel peeking!

Mind you, the dark edge adds some edge contrast to the shot!

msdarkroom · Mar 23, 2012

takoman46 said:
ronm88 said:

takoman46 said:

I saw a thread on the 5DmkIII RAW Files not supported by Adobe Lightroom yet. Has anybody tried using Apple's Aperture software?

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Unfortunately, its not supported yet. Apple just released an update today for the D800, but no 5D3. Hopefully soon!

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Thanks ronm88! I use both lightroom and aperture in my workflow and was wondering why nobody reported anything on aperture. I guess everyone's a pc user here on this forum lol

Whoa whoa whoa there!
Love Apple.
Hate Aperture!

Bennymiata · Mar 23, 2012

Personally, I would have like to have back-lit buttons as I do a lot of shooting at night.

Anyway, it's not a deal breaker for me, but I'll wait another month or so for all the ballyhoo to calm down, and hopefully, the prices will drop a bit when all the stores are carrying plenty of stock.

GMCPhotographics · Mar 23, 2012

I've had one on pre-order for a few weeks now. Last week, I sent RRS an email asking for their expected lead time and I was quoted at "at least end of April, maybe later"
In the mean time, the 7D RRS bracket fits well enough for a short term solution. The 5DII doesn't fit at all and I think is quite amusing.

Wrathwilde · Mar 23, 2012

You can see the skewing in the attached screenshot. Anybody have any idea whether it's a sensor or processing glitch? It shows up in both raw and jpg comparisons. on second look it is there in the D800 sample, just not nearly as noticeable.

Mar 23, 2012

Dangerous post.
Let the fun begin.

However I am very happy with the 5D mk iii.

Mar 23, 2012

Positron said:
If my math is correct, it should be 2.6625609418810997856880403205936 by 1.7750406279207331904586935470624 inches, assuming the aspect ratio is 3:2, which I'm too lazy to check. If it's 16:9, those numbers will be wrong.

I finally decided to put on my thinking cap and did some calculations myself. You were CORRECT!

The screen size does come out to approximately 2.66" x 1.77" with a 3:2 ratio.

Stephen Melvin · Mar 23, 2012

I have a tracking number from FedEx, so SOMETHING's on its way.

Mar 23, 2012

ereka said:
unfocused said:

Here is my opinion: Image stabilization is good for hand-held shots at close up (non-macro) range but not so much for true macro. For 1:1 or similar magnification, it's almost impossible (for me at least) to keep the critter in focus handheld at high magnification. I love the 100 "L" and I love the IS, but I love it as much for its versatility as an all-around short telephoto as I do for its macro abilities. I've shot dragonflies, spiders and other smallish critters handheld, but not at true macro. If you really need or want 1:1, I'm guessing you'll usually want a tripod and will need to turn off IS.

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Showing my ignorance here, but will the critters stay in one place long enough for a tripod to be set up? Seems I have a bit of a learning curve to negotiate insofar as macro photography is concerned! I admit I don't have much experience in that field. Does anyone know of any good learning resources e.g. books, tutorials etc? :-[

1:1 macro is near impossible without a Tripod. I prefer to manual focus and move the tripod looking at the live-view screen to ensure the subject is in focus ... still learning BTW

As a resource, I've found "Close Up and Macro Photography" by Adrian Davies to be an interesting read.

Mar 23, 2012

Figured it out. Dumb me. The camera comes from Canon with a unique prefix and the number is from my old card that was used in my 5D Mark II. Guess I should have read the manual first!

Mar 23, 2012

Bosman said:
bkdavill said:

Looks good Bosman, I am still awaiting my shipping confirmation from Adorama for my MIII. The anticipation is killing me! How do you like the camera overall?

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Well, Let me say this, i want 2. I'd like 2 identical 5dm3's so no matter what lens i have on i know what i am going to get. I haven't shot any action to know whats possible yet but the focus is tack on every lens i tested cept i havent tested the 15mm fisheye yet which is always sharp pretty much.
You should have ordered it from Norman Camera today like i told people in my posts. Theres like 6 people who are getting theirs tomorrow just because they ordered from the store i use. I have no idea what their stock is anymore but they are now closed. If you dont hear anything soon you should give them a call in the morn and see.

I called today but I was to late, the gentlemen took my name and number and said he would call me as soon as he got a body in, said he had the kits but I am only looking for the body. I told him if he can get me one before I receive a confirmation from Adorama I would cancel and bring my business to him. Thanks for the resource

scottkinfw · Mar 23, 2012

I am going to get a 5DIII in the next several weeks (can't wait).

I have a 17-40 f4L, but not thrilled with it (good enough at ~f6)
I have the 70-200 f2.8 is II, and a couple of long primes.

I like wildlife photography and need an occasional shorter lens for closer work.

So the question is, which would be the best lens to replace the 17-40 . I am interested in image quality, and let's say that I have about $2,300 to spend. The choices I was considering were:

24-70 f 2.8 II
24-105 f 4 (kit)
A macro even?
Any other recommendations?

Thanks so much for your input/considerations

Mar 22, 2012

Thought it would be useful to have a thread with the latest info on any online stores that have the 5DIII in stock currently.

Mar 22, 2012

Bosman said:
Orion said:

Thanks for that!

I am waiting another week or so to get it. . . . . REALLY want the 1Dx, though! The mkIII is going to do me wonders, I feel, when I shoot my first wedding this April! The AF and ISO came JUST in time haha

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the 1dx is the one i want because it fits the sports and weddings category without breakin a sweat but i can get two 5d m3's for 1 1dx. I am wondering what to do, the cash for a second body isnt there. I am tempted to sell my 1dm3. I have seen some lacrosse images that i guys shot and they looked really good! He claims all the shots hit the mark. Im just used to the tank and the 10FPS so not sure how well the 5DM3 would hold up shooting a marathon...

Well as far as your 1D3 goes, sell it now and save for a 1Dx. . . It should, by all accounts be a beast when you consider AF,ISO and fps. Wait for the dpreview and DXOmark scores, if you must. 5DmkIII as backup to your 1Dx is a KILLER system! You'd be set for 10years, at least! I wish I had your 'problem'

Looks like a 1Dx for me in the fall/winter. . . . .

swampler · Mar 22, 2012

MeHoo said:
I had a very shady experience with them... Apparently people don't care about that as long as it's in stock..

http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php/topic,4430.msg93841.html#msg93841

order at your own risk.. but this place sounds about as shady as they come. I'll personally never shop there.

I've used them for 6 years with NO issues at all.

Mar 22, 2012

Liking what I'm seeing from this video!

MacroBug · Mar 22, 2012

te4o I agree with you 100%. I would definitely not make a Mark III purchase until I have seen a number of reviews, hear first-hand user feedback and see some comparisons. I've waited this long... However, if the Mark III lives up to the specs it's going to be a tough decision and would require a big gulp prior to writing that check...

callaesthetics · Mar 22, 2012

looks very clean for those high iso's

funkboy · Mar 22, 2012

awesome bracketed shot

Mt Spokane Photography · Mar 22, 2012

Interesting article. They used it for two weeks, so the experience seems valid, but I'm waiting to find out for myself how it works for me. I won't get mine until Tuesday evening.

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