SmallRig sent me the SmallRig x Potato Jet Tribex CF Tripod Kit. I'm a tripod dork and the new way to extend the legs, especially on uneven surfaces seemed cool, so I asked for one.

I will write about it in a couple of weeks after using it. I am quite OCD about tripod (and bag) design and I'll be honest.

The video head that it comes with is ok, but isn't all that smooth. It'll be fine for most people to get started. There is no bowl for a different head, so you'd have to use bases to mount to this tripod.

There are some fit and finish issues that I see, but that doesn't matter to everyone. It is priced in the mid-tier of tripods.

The leg extension is pretty cool once you're used to it. Press the trigger, drop the legs and it's level 90% of the time, even when you extend them onto uneven surfaces.

I'll do more in an article as I said. SmallRig comes up with some pretty cool things.

Bryan at The-Digital-Picture is working through a review of the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens. He has added the test results and thinks this is the sharpest zoom that Canon has ever made. Considering some of the gems of the Canon lineup, that's a very impressive claim. We compared the MTFs

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TOKYO, November 12, 2024 – FUJIFILM Corporation announces that it is currently in the process of developing its first-ever filmmaking camera, the “FUJIFILM GFX ETERNA” (GFX ETERNA), with plans for a release in 2025. The “GFX ETERNA” will feature a large format sensor, “GFX 102MP CMOS II HS”, which is approximately 1.7 times larger than

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The-digital-picture is completing their review of the Canon RF 70-200mm F2.8 L IS USM Z Lens. They have added their test results and think this is the sharpest zoom that Canon has ever made.

Hi everyone, first time posting...
I have a R5 camera that I normally use for photo and video.
I decided to borrow a R5C only for video.
With the R5 I use an external remote control connected to the 3 pin connector.
With that I can control the focus (like with the half press shutter button), start and stop the recording.

It seems to me that this is impossible with the R5C because the rec button only allows you to start and stop the recording, but not control the focus.

Someone can help me with that? I want to find a way to control the focus with the remote control.

Thank you very much.

The wait is almost over. Retailers will begin shipping the Canon EOS R1 and RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z on November 14. Some customers have alreaded received their EOS R1, but the rest of us only have a few more days to wait. We expect to see shipping notices going out daily before the embarge officially lifts. In the US, preorders of the EOS R1 should be talen care of with the first allocation at major retailers, so we do expect to see some cameras in stock later in the week. As we've learned with the EOS R5 Mark

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The 2X extender gets talked down a lot, but I accidentally created a nice comparison. The lions in the distance were a couple of hundred yards away. But we could not get closer without leaving the road. Prohibited in the car, and dangerous on foot. I shot, then added the 2x and shot again. Both are nice images. Note the animals did not move, nor did I. Both shots are hand held and I shot 1-20 images of each and chose the sharpest.

What interests me is the detail captured in the animals. The original images are below, (downsized to 500 pixels wide.).

500mm


1000mm






Here is a tight crop on the faces I've upresed the 500mm photo in photoshop to make it the same size.

500mm, doubled in Photoshop:



1000mm (100-500mm with RF 2X Extender)


I think the lions are noticeably more detailed. I wish I'd had a 1.4X converter to try as well.

In a long list of related patent applications, we have yet another patent application (2024-157119) one that deals with Canon's ever-growing body of research into automatically controlled and camera-adjusted tilt-shift lenses. Sooner or later these things will come out because, at this stage, research continuing across multiple years and not coming out would be a

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Any good suggestions on a cover for RF 200-800. White works for winter wildlife I guess but kind of sticks out like a sore thumb in summer.
I currently use a hunting sleeve just because I had it already. It does cover up the white but little to no protection. I have used the neoprene covers on other lenses but do not like the part over the barrel. It makes it impossible to zoom. why canon chose white is beyond me.

I found this on YT but not sure I would ever dare put this on the barrel.

YouTube Vinyl Wrap​

TOKYO – Nikon Corporation (Nikon) is pleased to announce the release of the APS-C size/DX-format Nikon Z50II mirrorless camera for which the Nikon Z mount has been adopted. The Z50II combines a broad range of fun imaging features with the superior functions and performance of higher-end models, making it easy for even first-time camera users

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Canon DPP software not compatible with Apple Sequoia OS.
Solutions anybody?

Canon has announced firmware that will be coming to select Cinema EOS cameras in December of this year. There are compatibility updates for the new RF 24mm f/1.4L VCM, RF 50mm f/1.4L VCM and RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z as well as the RF 17-120 CINE-SERVO. The latest Cinema EOS cameras such as the

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We have been reporting for what seems an eternity that Canon will be announcing an RF 200-500mm f/4L IS USM any day now! That has obviously has not come to pass, but over the last month or two there have been some changes in what the 200-500 may actually be. Sometimes information has some assumptions,

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Canon's supply status notifications, a costantly updating list of gear that will have delays when it comes to new orders from retailers has been updated to include the RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z, which should come as no surprise to anyone. While it's going to be a popular lens at the retail level, it

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I thought a thread for reviews of the R1 might have already existed. If so, please let me know and I'll delete this one.

Anticipating many reviews coming with the R1 about ship, I thought I'd consolidate those that I am aware of and start the thread.

Earlier today Jan Wegener posted his R1 review. He has had a pre-production model for a while and put it through its paces. Short answer, he calls it the best camera body he has ever used and mentioned a scenario where he might make it his primary body with the R5 II used for special circumstances. Cited better AF, apparent better DR, great colors, great EVF and being able to use the AF-On button to go from 20 fps (half press) to 40 fps (full press). He admitted his cons were for extreme situations, namely the buffer (which he did hit) and the 24 MPs (an issue with small birds at a distance according to Jan).

Another wildlife photographer that has his hands on a pre-production model is Fabian Fopp. He talks about falling in love with the camera even though he wasn't all that interested before using it. Cons were MPs and wanted even higher fps.

Of course, there is a long thread on Jeff Cable's comments from the Olympics.

A 'find' from our recent "Pick Up, Put Away and Get Organized" effort...

Click on the 'nails for larger images.

I picked these up at a camera store in the middle of New Hampshire (a summer vacation spot)...friendly owner.

Some of the images and information in these brochures sure catalyzed memories for yours truly...

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1995 Cover


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1999 Cover


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2001 Cover


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In this patent application (2024-154138), Canon hits the ground running on some downright jaw-dropping lovely zooms. Will we see any? I hope so, but I'm sure someone out there will complain about them being too expensive and too heavy. Going by the embodiments, these will be both.

SmallRig is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of the Cage Kit for Canon C400. SmallRig Cage Kit for Canon C400 4946 is a versatile solution for filmmakers. It includes a variety of parts like plates, rods, cables, and mounts for flexible shooting setups. The kit allows for easy adaptation to different shooting scenarios with its modular design and multiple mounting options. It supports wireless follow focus and Vmount batteries, while also providing enhanced palm support and various accessory mounting options. It supports wireless follow focus and Vmount batteries, while also providing enhanced palm support and various accessory mounting options. Additionally, it features a sun shade for clear screen viewing, a rail for monitor extension, and a cable for handle control extension to the camera. The estimated ship date for the cage kit is November 29, 2024 Preorder and Save at SmallRig $169 (Reg $199) SmallRig 4946 Cage Kit for the Cinema EOS C400 SmallRig Cage Kit for the Cinema EOS C400 $169 (Reg $199)

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Canon completed their long-awaited hybrid trinity of L prime lenses with the RF 24mm f/1.4L VCM, RF 35mm f/1.4L VCM and RF 50mm f/1.4L VCM, and all of them appear to have been very well received. We also know that there will be more hybrid VCM prime lenses in the future, but not in the

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It looks like Sony will have the next major camera and lens announcement, as they have scheduled an event for November 19, 2024. For now it looks like Sony is gearing up to launch two new professional level products. Sony will announjce the Alpha A1 II, which will become their new flagship camera body. It

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We received a good question today about teleconverters for the black version of the RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z. The person that reached out said that the black version of the lens with white teleconverters would “look like an oreo cookie”. I figured it was a good topic to put out there, because I'm

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Back in June I traveled to Bald Knob, West Virginia to spend the night up at West Virginia's most remote and isolated Fire Tower & Watchman's Cabin with my friend Ian. We documented the entire trip with my Canon R6 Mark I, R7, and Ian's R8, and for the past few months I have been working on this video to retell the story of the adventure!
Spending 24 Hours as a Fire Lookout

Can anyone please explain me in simple words the following 3 AF options:

• AF-ON Eye Detection AF
• AE Lock button Metering and AF start
• Moving AF point, start AF by eye Ctrl
• Move AF point by eye control

Basically I really have vague idea about the fine differences of all of them.



I am using them but am pretty sure they don't react as described ergo better ask veteran wolves here for explanation and opinions.

EDIT: Can someone please move the question to the Questions and Answers section? I am sorry for misplacing it. And thanks in advance.

Today Canon has launched some much-anticipated lenses for the RF mount. Besides the 35mm F1.4, the next hot lens for Canon has always been the 24mm F1.4, and here we are.

Hi!

I have a problem with my newly bought R3 I can’t figure out.

I was going to try the Panning Assist feature and enabled it. I didn’t get the right symbol that it was active so I was just going to turn it off for now. But, when I try to turn it off it says I can’t because HF anti flicker is on. So, I then go turn off HF Antiflicker and I get a message saying I need to turn off Panning Assist to access it, so now they’re both greyed out and one block the other … how do I get out of it?