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Diko · Dec 3, 2017

SONY makes another few MF CMOS sensors. Now they even have developed 150 megapixel for use NOW. Not some distant "maybe" future application.

Canon had 250 megapixel that it turned it into Dual Pixel tech and industry related usage.
SONY on the other hand have a few Medium Format CMOS sensors that it sells to everyone... Canon seems to think that MF is too expensive in order for them to make CANON-huge profits and they don't bother manufacturing.

And all they need is to create 5 lenses for it. Nothing more. But why? No real profit, nothing. Canon, do your in-house thing. Do not sale outside, do not produce on margins. And take all of our money - we will eventually stop paying you.

With Canon everything seems a year or two (at least) older and at least a one third time and more expensive.

Oh and did I mentioned the SONY 360 sensor?

Canon Rumors · Dec 3, 2017

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Professional Armando Ferreira has done a video explaining why he switched from the Sony A7S II to the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV for video.</p>
<p>Canon seems to get hammered on the forums for a perceived “lack of innovation”, but here we have another professional that shoots mainly on Canon gear.</p>
<p><strong>A few of the reasons Armando moved to Canon.</strong></p>


<ul>
<li>Canon color</li>
<li>Dual Pixel AF</li>
<li>Menu system</li>
<li>The codec (Gah?!)</li>
<li>Native EF mount</li>
</ul>
<p>Thanks Armando for sending this in and it’s nice to see some positive thoughts on Canon gear for video.</p>
<p><em>Full disclosure: I’m obviously a Canon fanboy, and I’m ok with that.</em></p>
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atkinsonphoto · Dec 3, 2017

I recently added a refurb 2x III extender and a used 1st gen Canon 25mm tube to my kit and have been stacking them with a 200 2.8L, 85 1.8 and 35 2 IS on a 5d III. The 85 and 35 need to be 2x>25mm>lens to clear the 2x's protruding element. The 200 can be stacked either way.

The 25mm>2x>200 gives a 400mmF5.6 and a focus range of about 2 feet and no infinity. The 2x>25mm>200 gives a 400mmF2.8 and a focus range of about 6" and no infinity.

The 85 combo yields 170mmF1.8 with a similar focus range as the 200. The 35 stack gives an error01, no communication with lens/clean contacts. The 35 works with the 25mm alone, with a tiny focus range right next to the lens.

I understand that some combos just don't work, like the 2x>25mm>35, but what's going on with the 85 and 200 max aperture with the 2x>25mm stack? The 2x should double them, right? The resulting images really seem to be at 1.8 and 2.8.

Zeidora · Dec 2, 2017

Just started playing around with the new Macro flash from Canon the MT 26EX RT. I have used the MT24 extensively for the past few years.

Packaging: same Canon box, comes with pouch with small tab of velcro closure instead of the run around zipper. Access is quick with the velcro tab, but the pouch is less secure when closed. Pouch will go on the closet anyway, so does not matter.

Mounting ring: no changes, except for the labeling as 26EX RT, instead of 24EX.

Main unit: about 20% smaller, which is welcome, making rigs less top heavy. Completely re-designed interface, but main functions are still the same. ETTL vs. manual, ratio control, power control. New also HSS, and RT function. Easy to find my way around without reading manual. Buttons are raised, so easier to press than on 24. This is important in macro, because exerting force on a cantilever (flash unit is high above tripod socket) will cause rig to move and framing/focusing changes. And yes, I use heavy RRS 34L tripod and BH55, all locked down.

Flash heads: re-designed, a tad smaller. The new Canon diffuser have small hooks that secure them onto the heads, so they are unlikely to accidentally slip off. The old Stofen diffusers still fit as well. The canon diffusors are possibly 1-2 mm less tall, so give a bit more freedom in positioning the heads. The Canon diffusers seem to be a bit more opaque, which is good for diffusion, but you lose some light.

Focusing light is brighter and a bit more blue, no surprise LED vs incandescent. The focusing light button is easier to press than on the old unit, as the button protrudes from the black plastic box, and is not sunken in.

In practice, the 1/512 power setting is a great addition, particularly for the z-stackers at f/2.8 on the MPE 65. I went right down to the lowest setting for the first couple of stacks. I can aim the heads right at the specimen, and do not have to use ND gel filters to reduce light output. I hope this will also help with reducing wear on the unit. I completely fried a MT24 after some 20K flashes. Will still keep the 24 around for outdoor, where I generally stop down, but for studio z-stacking the 26 rules.

Bottom line: if macro is your thing, the MT 26EX RT is a worthy upgrade. If not, the 24 will do just fine a while longer.

JRPhotos · Dec 2, 2017

I recorded some video clips of the family decorating the Christmas tree today in 4k on my 5DMK IV Canon 54 1.4II and iPhone 8 Plus.

The video quality is leaps and bounds better on the Canon (obviously). I want to do more with my Canon without the lens motor noise. I'm looking at the Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 STM Lens; does anyone know of any 4k video recorded with this lens on the 5D MKIV? I haven't had any success finding any.

Canon Rumors · Dec 1, 2017

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<p>Canon has updated the firmware for the EOS-1D X.</p>
<p><strong>Changes in the Firmware</strong>

Firmware Version 2.1.0 incorporates the following improvement and fixes:</p>

<ol>
<li>Fixes a phenomenon in which standard exposure may not be obtained, or an irregular exposure may result, when Silent LV (Live View) shooting with the following TS-E lenses: TS-E 50mm f/2.8L MACRO, TS-E 90mm f/2.8L MACRO, or TS-E 135mm f/4L MACRO.</li>
<li>Changes the maximum number of “Release cycles” displayed from 1,000,000 cycles to 9,999,000 cycles. This value can be checked under the “Camera system information” menu.</li>
<li>Fixes a phenomenon in which a synchronization failure may occur during multiple flash shooting.</li>
<li>Fixes a phenomenon in which Error 80 occurs depending on the shutter release timing.</li>
</ol>
<p><strong><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/details/cameras/dslr/eos-1d-x?subtab=downloads-firmware#Z7_MQH8HIC0L88RB0AMD0F1Q42K25">Download firmware 2.1.0 for the EOS-1D X</a></strong></p>
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Patlezinc · Dec 1, 2017

Hi everyone.

I just bought a 5d IV and I have an issue with my 35mm.

I have calibrated the focus lens with the usb dock. That is ok.

But I have a problem in live view.
When I do the focus in live view, if i focus with a non-centered zone, for far objects (More than 1 meter), focus is blur.

I have disabled all corrections.

I thought it was impossible to miss a focus with live view...

Two more infos :

- my Canon 24-70 F4 at 35mm is working perfectly with the 5D
- the 35mm is working perfectly with the live view on the Canon 6D.

So the lens is ok i think, but not with the 5D.

The question is : can someone try to focus a far object with the live view on his 5D4, on the right or on the left with a 35mm ART?

Thanks.

Here an exemple :

Auto focus (impossible to do the focus) :

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Manual focus:

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ahsanford · Dec 1, 2017

Now that this blasted forum I love has told me what mirror box bokeh clipping is, I can't *not* see it in portraits.

https://petapixel.com/2017/12/01/shooting-portraits-christmas-lights-ordinary-bedroom/

IT'S EVERYWHERE! (85 f/1.2L II I believe for these shots)

- A

abbebus · Dec 1, 2017

Looks like Canon has hit some trouble with the 5D mark IV firmware update:

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Future Firmware Plan for the EOS 5D Mark IV

We would like to inform you that release of firmware to enhance functions of the EOS 5D Mark IV, which was originally scheduled for November 29 at the same timing as the firmware updates for six other models (EOS-1D X Mark II: Ver.1.1.4; EOS-1D X: Ver.2.1.0; EOS 5D Mark III: Ver.1.3.5; EOS 5DS: Ver.1.1.2; EOS 5DS R: Ver.1.1.2; EOS 6D Ver. 1.1.8), has been postponed until late February 2018 for reasons related to firmware preparation. We would like to offer our sincere apologies to users of this product who have been inconvenienced.
In the firmware to enhance functions of the EOS 5D Mark IV, we are planning to incorporate the following enhancements:
Support will be added for chromatic aberration correction, peripheral illumination correction, distortion correction, and Digital Lens Optimizer when using Digital Photo Professional to process RAW images captured with the following TS-E lenses: TS-E 17mm f/4L, TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II, TS-E 50mm f/2.8L MACRO, TS-E 90mm f/2.8L MACRO, or TS-E 135mm f/4L MACRO.
Support will be added to fix a phenomenon* in which standard exposure may not be obtained, or an irregular exposure may result, when Silent LV (Live View) shooting with the following TS-E lenses: TS-E 50mm f/2.8L MACRO, TS-E 90mm f/2.8L MACRO, or TS-E 135mm f/4L MACRO.
Support for Exif 2.31 will be added.
*This phenomenon occurs when tilt or shift is applied on a TS-E lens (TS-E 50mm f/2.8L MACRO, TS-E 90mm f/2.8L MACRO, or TS-E 135mm f/4L MACRO) during LV shooting when Silent LV shooting is set (set to Mode 1 or Mode 2 on the menu). For this reason, until the firmware update, when performing viewfinder shooting or LV shooting, please shoot with the Silent LV shooting set to [Disable].

From here:
https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/product-advisories/detail/future%20firmware%20plan%20for%20the%20eos%205d%20mark%20iv/!ut/p/z1/tVJNU8IwFPwr9eAxk9DQUo4F6oBaFZSP5sKENpEoTWoaqPx7U4eDTqWOB3N6yex7b3ezkMAVJJIexDM1Qkm6s_eE-Ot4Og7GkyG6vX-6GaAwGtw_Yn-E0RDD5ScAnTkhguRb_5UboTB-WtzGeILRzD_1twBI-_4FJJCk0hRmC5OUSiXXklUV26wLrbJ9aspLdKoAzQ6iVFow-8b3Zq-Zw4XOK2qLYkelw5V2zJY5TJWOlzk51a-OONQbilRkMKGcp6kbcJB2Ogh0eZCBoJdh4Hk9z9tsOKZeU1GDMmk37Po3y-yfuDoexs-WFjVbICRXcJXSnGlawlVW7jRcWQnAy0AtAVgJy1rE17Fo1u-h0B_54_7dAE2mXgOwGHQtoD8aYveqpnYCtDBPrPLeWeWuDctBsArOpdK5zdbjH40dN71pePuzN3_5bDtBvLy9kdDGSknD3k3t7b_kqsjn8zzAR0CShyLicYS7ZHOsLj4AqoFEzQ!!/dz/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/?urile=wcm%3Apath%3A%2FCanon_NewWeb_Products%2Fproduct-advisories%2FFuture%2BFirmware%2BPlan%2Bfor%2Bthe%2BEOS%2B5D%2BMark%2BIV

chrysoberyl · Dec 1, 2017

Any real-world experience with this lens? I'm looking for more than 1X magnification in a reasonably light lens.

chrysoberyl · Dec 1, 2017

LensTip editor's choice! What are your real-world experiences with this lens?

Maximilian · Dec 1, 2017

Hi Folks!

The German online shop AC-Foto does, once again, an advent calendar "promotion".
Each day there is a different Canon product (* with a one day rebate and reduced in price.

https://www.ac-foto.com/onlineshop/v3/?s=advent

Enjoy your GAS

(* Edit: Could also be Canon related, as we had some B+W filters on Saturday

Drainpipe · Nov 30, 2017

This is basically for all the photos that don't necessarily need their own topic, but I still wanted to share

Crab spider:

Harvestman:

Lady bug:

Lime blossom:

Mushrooms, Mycena sp. I believe:

Sinister centipede:

Juvenile grasshopper:

Ichneumon wasp:

Drainpipe · Nov 30, 2017

This little lady has actually just made a hammock and hasn't been out in days. Either she's molting or is laying eggs. Pretty excited for either

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Drainpipe · Nov 30, 2017

So this was an odd set and sequence of events. I'll start at the beginning with this photo:

At first I thought it was just some sort of weird decay on the abdomen of the fly, and I was mainly focused on doing a memorialized death photo, if that makes sense. Got great focus on the eyes, and the resolution of the 5D IV really shows here. Coming from a 5D II I was blown away.

Here's a near-100% crop:

So I go back to my house and start to do some research, and find out the white on the abdomen is actually a fungus. The fungus infects the fly, causes it to bloat and die, and then the interstitial membranes in the abdomen swell and release spores of the fungus. This is where things get interesting: the fly dies in a sort of "mating posture". Unsuspecting suitors swing by for a quickie, and end up catching the worst STD of their short life. The fungus can either spread this way or just by wind.

So I go back outside looking for the same fly to get a better photo of the abdomen. Turn out I can't find it, but what I do find is that the tree that the fly was on is completely covered in dead infected flies in varying stages of the fungus' life cycle. Amazing!

Here's a couple that died together:

Same two, but a better shot of the abdomen and spore expulsion:

Another victim and their new host:

Close up of an abdomen:

This is the end result after it all, with the interstitial membrane exposed and most of the spores evacuated:

This is one of those posts where I have a realization that macro is always teaching me something new. Any other day I would have passed over the dead fly and wouldn't have thought anything of it. I'm glad that I can remain interested and hungry for more knowledge.

This post also taught me that you should always use a bloodborne-barrier type contraception and that necrophilia is NOT ok ;D

HarryFilm · Nov 30, 2017

I have about HAD IT with Canon's slowness when it comes to their camera software so I have decided to take the bull by the horns and since I have corporate access to EVERY Canon EOS Cinema and DSLR camera in their sales inventory, I have decided to code and test a Magic Lantern-like CODEC addition to the Cinema and DSLR cameras....AND...since Canon uses DIGIC processors which have RISC Chip ARM-based cores and I am an ABSOLUTE EXPERT in programming those chips and in coding 2D/3D Wavelet codecs at the lowest machine-code levels, I will give you Canon followers the following ABSOLUTELY FREE AND OPEN SOURCE VIDEO CODEC which hook into the Canon Camera BIOS'es and allow you to do the following:

I've got an i-frames-only version of the MP4 codec ALREADY up and running on an ARM chip board (ARM is what Canon DIGIC's are based upon). I am using the Pascal Lazarus development environment on Linux so that my code can cross-compile to almost ANY chip.

I had to convert the ENTIRE MP4-spec codec to the Pascal programming language so I could make it READABLE for me and others AND THEN PROPERLY COMMENT IT ALL so as to illustrate HOW the algorithms work! --- That was a complete NIGHTMARE to do! Now I need to finish the 3D search pixel-search algorithms so that the in-between frames (B and P frames) can be encoded which is what REALLY compresses a video stream down a whole lot.

My custom MP4 codec is now FULLY user-selectable 4:4:4, 4:2:2, 4:2:0 and 4:1:1 colour space encoding in USER-SELECTABLE 16-bits, 14-bits, 12-bits, 10-bits and 8-bits per colour channel (with an extra specialized 8-bits greyscale and 6-bits colour codec for long duration security video) AND I have put in a custom-built Flat Log-C, Log-C2 and Log-C3 LUT along with allowing OTHER user-installable LOG LUTS that can be USER-UPLOADED AND SELECTED for SEPARATE on-screen display and assign the same or different LOG/LUT for save/output to the memory cards, HDMI/DisplayPort or USB2 and USB3 ports when they are available on your camera's DIGIC chips. This means you can save to the internal cards using a flat Log-C2 LUT but output a normal REC 2020 HDR or BT.709 video frame LUT for HDMI/Displayport/USB2/USB3 output at ANY resolution and frame rate. Since this codec HOOKS into the Canon Camera BIOS'es it won't affect your OTHER settings but is a mere menu addition to the main screen.

This codec is WORLD-CAPABLE with USER SELECTABLE per minute and per hour frame rates for time lapse and astrophotographers and pre-defined 1/2/3/4/5 fps, 10 fps, 15 fps, 20 fps, 23.976, 24 fps, 25 fps, 29.97 fps, 30 fps, 50 fps, 59.94 fps, 60 fps, 100 fps, 119.88 fps, 120 fps, 200 fps, 240 fps, 300fps, 500 fps, 1000 fps frame rates which my codec actually TESTS to see if your camera hardware can actually support the higher frame rates at the selected resolution.

I ALSO HAVE a built-in Peaking/Zebra Stripes, RGB Vectorcope and Luminance Waveform and RGB Parade monitor overlay (which you can turn on/off) for live video monitoring! Output through the HDMI/Displayports/USB2/3 will be user-selectable clean or with overlays. I have embedded predefined recording and output resolutions at 180x120, 320x240, 360x240, 480x270, 640x360, 640x480, 852x480, 1024x768, 1280x720, 960x540, 1920x1080, 1024x540, 2048x1080, 3840x2160, 4096x2160 pixels and various 5k/6k/8k resolutions. These frame sizes can be assigned to the frame rate your camera hardware can PHYSICALLY support. This means at lower frame sizes you can get higher frame rates. I will LET YOU the user decide which frame rate to use with WHICH frame size! You will be given the CHOICE to downsample from the FULL native Sensor size or do a middle-of-chip sensor crop. The camera hardware test will tell you if it can support the selected frame size and frame rate! Downsampling will be Lanczos-3 for BEST image resampling quality
with a user-selectable ON or OFF for an added "UnSharp Mask" edge-sharpening
for saved-to-cards and port-output video streams. This makes your images APPEAR sharper at lower resolutions.

I also have an ALL i-frame wavelet-based INTRAFRAME compression mode with user-selectable bit rates and a FULL-RAW and RAW 4:1/6:1 compression modes for those of you who want the BEST IMAGE QUALITY! (if your flash cards can PHYSICALLY support the higher data rates -- my codec is able to test the cards!) The pre-defined bit rates for INTERFRAME 4:2:2 16/14/12/10/8-bit MP4 will be 8 mbps, 12, 17, 35, 50, 75, 100, 125, 150, 200, 300, 400 and 500 megabits per second AT EVERY resolution. You are ALSO ALLOWED to SPECIFY a custom data rate which IS STRICTLY ADHERED TO by the codec!

For you Windows users, I will put out at the SAME TIME a signed DirectShow codec plugin which will allows Win7/Win8/Win10 machines and software to READ and WRITE the files made by my codec which allows the files create by the NEW Canon camera codec addition to be read on Adobe Premiere/After Effects, BMP Resolve/Fusion, AVID, Corel Video Studio, TMPEG, AVIdub, and ANY OTHER Directshow/Direct-X/Windows Media Foundation compatible piece of Windows software. For you MAC enthusiasts, I will TRY and make a Premiere CC and FCP compatible codec and Quicktime plugin after I finish the Windows versions!

I expect at the very least, a BASIC B and P frame ALPHA TEST version of the CODEC to be ready sometime between January 15 to 30, 2018 and a beta-testable version two weeks later.

The first cameras tested will be for 7Dmk2, 6Dmk2, 5DMk3/5Dmk4, 1DxMk2, C100, C200 and C300...in that order! I may even be able to port to the Canon XC10 and XC-15 cameras and the Sony a7s, Panasonic G5 and Olympus/Pentax/Fuji cameras a few weeks later but we shall see which ones have ARM-based CPU chip cores! I will be testing on the Canon 6D and 7D first because they are our cheapest cameras to test in case I accidentally brick them with my code!

Please be PATIENT !!! Software development is HALF an ART and HALF AN ENGINEERING SCIENCE !!!! Nothing is guaranteed until I see my new interface and CODEC actually RUNNING on the cameras!

AND TO RE-ITERATE, this will be ALL FREE and OPEN SOURCE for your technical pleasures and use on your cameras! Leave comments below as to what features YOU WANT and I will see what I can do...I've got 30+ years of systems level coding experience in C/C++ Delphi/Lazarus, ARM, x86, superSPARC assembler, and other multi-core and multi-chip coding experience so I think I can QUITE outperform Canon's coding techs since much of my experience is with MISSION CRITICAL REAL-TIME AEROSPACE SYSTEMS....!!!!!

I hope this will HELP you Canon Camera Enthusiasts EVERYWHERE!

AGAIN! This will be an ABSOLUTELY FREE AND OPEN SOURCE CODEC
to use FOREVER and ever!

Thank You!

Make ALL Feature Requests Down Below in your REPLY COMMENTS:

johnhenry · Nov 30, 2017

I have a 200mm 1.8 use and what to incorporate CA, light falloff etc correction data the camera can fix this before it arrives at my work station.

How would I go about doing this?

sanjosedave · Nov 30, 2017

What has been your experience using the Canon PowerShot SX620 HS?

Could you post some images, especially at the long end? Thx

Canon Rumors · Nov 30, 2017

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Canon has updated the firmware on the EOS 6D.</p>
<p><strong>Firmware Version 1.1.8 incorporates the following fix:</strong></p>

<ol>
<li>Fixes a phenomenon in which standard exposure may not be obtained, or an irregular exposure may result, when Silent LV (Live View) shooting with the following TS-E lenses: TS-E 50mm f/2.8L MACRO, TS-E 90mm f/2.8L MACRO, or TS-E 135mm f/4L MACRO.</li>
</ol>
<p><strong><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/details/cameras/dslr/eos-6d?subtab=downloads-firmware#Z7_MQH8HIC0L88RB0AMD0F1Q42K25">Download firmware v1.1.8 for the EOS 6D</a></strong></p>
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Canon Rumors · Nov 30, 2017

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Canon has released new firmware for the EOS 5D Mark III.</p>
<p><strong>Firmware Version 1.3.5 incorporates the following fix:</strong></p>

<ol>
<li>Fixes a phenomenon in which standard exposure may not be obtained, or an irregular exposure may result, when Silent LV (Live View) shooting with the following TS-E lenses: TS-E 50mm f/2.8L MACRO, TS-E 90mm f/2.8L MACRO, or TS-E 135mm f/4L MACRO.</li>
</ol>
<p><strong><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/details/cameras/dslr/eos-5d-mark-iii?subtab=downloads-firmware#Z7_MQH8HIC0L88RB0AMD0F1Q42K25">Download firmware v1.3.5 for the EOS 5D Mark III</a></strong></p>
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Canon Rumors · Nov 30, 2017

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Canon has released new firmware for its flagship DSLR, the EOS-1D X Mark II.</p>
<p><strong>Firmware Version 1.1.4 incorporates the following improvements and fix:</strong></p>

<ol>
<li>Support has been added for chromatic aberration correction, peripheral illumination correction, distortion correction, and Digital Lens Optimizer when using Digital Photo Professional to process RAW images captured with the following TS-E lenses: TS-E 17mm f/4L, TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II, TS-E 50mm f/2.8L MACRO, TS-E 90mm f/2.8L MACRO, or TS-E 135mm f/4L MACRO.</li>
<li>Fixes a phenomenon in which standard exposure may not be obtained, or an irregular exposure may result, when Silent LV (Live View) shooting with the following TS-E lenses: TS-E 50mm f/2.8L MACRO, TS-E 90mm f/2.8L MACRO, or TS-E 135mm f/4L MACRO.</li>
<li>Support for Exif 2.31 has been added.</li>
</ol>
<p><strong><a href="https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/details/cameras/dslr/eos-1d-x-mark-ii?subtab=downloads-firmware#Z7_MQH8HIC0L88RB0AMD0F1Q42K25">Download firmware v1.1.4 for the EOS-1D X Mark II</a></strong></p>
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Mantadude · Nov 30, 2017

Hi Everyone,

Wanted to share a quick video I just got done editting. This was with my 5d and a 100mm macro lens. This area of Tulamaben is currently threatened by the volcano eruption on Bali.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjY86pGF7j4R_p_UkVHRQuQ

Enjoy!
Dustin

Glenn Bartley · Nov 30, 2017

The Torrent Ducks in Chile are SO MUCH darker than the ones I have seen in Ecuador and Peru.

Such beautiful ducks!

G

Canon Rumors · Nov 30, 2017

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<em>A Huge Leap Forward Supports Resolutions Up to 10K and Dynamic HDR and Introduces New Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable</em></p>
<p><strong>SAN JOSE, California – November 28, 2017</strong> – HDMI Forum, Inc. today announced the release of Version 2.1 of the HDMI® Specification which is now available to all HDMI 2.0 adopters. This latest HDMI Specification supports a range of higher video resolutions and refresh rates including 8K60 and 4K120, and resolutions up to 10K. Dynamic HDR formats are also supported, and bandwidth capability is increased up to 48Gbps.</p>
<p>Supporting the 48Gbps bandwidth is the new Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable. The cable ensures high-bandwidth dependent features are delivered including uncompressed 8K video with HDR. It features exceptionally low EMI (electro-magnetic interference) which reduces interference with nearby wireless devices. The cable is backwards compatible and can be used with the existing installed base of HDMI devices.</p>
<p>Version 2.1 of the HDMI Specification is backward compatible with earlier versions of the specification, and was developed by the HDMI Forum’s Technical Working Group whose members represent some of the world’s leading manufacturers of consumer electronics, personal computers, mobile devices, cables and components.</p>
<p>“The HDMI Forum’s mission is to develop specifications meeting market needs, growing demands for higher performance, and to enable future product opportunities,” said Robert Blanchard of Sony Electronics, president of the HDMI Forum.</p>
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<p><strong>HDMI Specification 2.1 Features Include:</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>Higher video resolutions support a range of high resolutions and faster refresh rates including 8K60Hz and 4K120Hz for immersive viewing and smooth fast-action detail. Resolutions up to 10K are also supported for commercial AV, and industrial and specialty usages.</li>
<li>Dynamic HDR support ensures every moment of a video is displayed at its ideal values for depth, detail, brightness, contrast and wider color gamuts—on a scene-by-scene or even a frame-by-frame basis.</li>
<li>The Ultra High Speed HDMI Cable supports the 48G bandwidth for uncompressed HDMI 2.1 feature support. The cable also features very low EMI emission and is backwards compatible with earlier versions of the HDMI Specification and can be used with existing HDMI devices.</li>
<li>eARC simplifies connectivity, provides greater ease of use, and supports the most advanced audio formats and highest audio quality. It ensures full compatibility between audio devices and upcoming HDMI 2.1 products.</li>
<li>Enhanced refresh rate features ensure an added level of smooth and seamless motion and transitions for gaming, movies and video. They include:
<ol>
<li>Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) reduces or eliminates lag, stutter and frame tearing for more fluid and better detailed gameplay.</li>
<li>Quick Media Switching (QMS) for movies and video eliminates the delay that can result in blank screens before content is displayed.</li>
<li>Quick Frame Transport (QFT) reduces latency for smoother no-lag gaming, and real-time interactive virtual reality.</li>
</ol>
</li>
<li>Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) allows the ideal latency setting to automatically be set allowing for smooth, lag-free and uninterrupted viewing and interactivity.</li>
</ul>
<p>The HDMI 2.1 Compliance Test Specification (CTS) will be published in stages during Q1-Q3 2018, and HDMI adopters will be notified when it is available.</p>
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Canon Rumors · Nov 30, 2017

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The folks at Cinema5D had a chance to interview Canon’s Terunori Tajiri to learn more about Canon’s little MM100-WS modular camera. The camera may look like a GoPro and other action cameras, but that is not its purpose. It’s being targeted as a B2B product.</p>
<p><strong>From Cinema5D:</strong></p>
<blockquote><p>It should be noted that, first of all, the MM100-WS is not an action camera, but a modular device meant for the B2B market as a solution to fulfil the needs of companies. For example, it could prove useful as a body cam in the security and maintenance sectors, although it may also find a home in broadcasting, as it can be connected to external devices like recorders or encoders for wireless video transmission. <a href="https://www.cinema5d.com/canon-mm100-ws-small-modular-camera/">Read the full story</a></p>

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<p>Most of the technical specifications for the camera are still not known, but a few things are. We know it’ll shoot up to ISO 12800 for video and ISO 6400 for photos, and that it has a maximum video resolution of Full HD along with electronic image stabilization. The camera is quite small measuring in at just 40mm x 40mm x 21.6mm, it is also splashproof and dustproof.</p>
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