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JoFT · Jul 24, 2017

Yeah! Today I got the newest Member ob the Milvus Lens family from Zeiss for reviewing.... The first feeling is ... just another Milvus... (Having 3 Milvus Lenses ist the best thing to say about!!!!) It feels just awesome.

But unlike the 85 and the 50f1.4 the 35mm has strong competition:the Canon 35mm f1.4 IS USMII which is just an awesome Lens.

I will do a real world comparison - pretty soon! And this review will include the EF 35mm f2.0 IS USM as well... a real world 3 lens comparison....

If you can not wait: here is the unboxing... https://youtu.be/OX5VOOTfmOk

Canon Rumors · Jul 24, 2017

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<p><strong>TOKYO</strong> — Canon’s consolidated operating profit for the year ending in December is expected to jump 40% to 330 billion yen ($2.94 billion) thanks to strong printer sales in emerging countries, successful acquisitions and automation.</p>
<p>The imaging and optical product maker first upgraded its profit outlook in April, but will likely do so again since its current performance is ahead of its 270 billion yen estimate. Sales are also expected to top the company’s 4.02 trillion yen forecast, climbing 20% to nearly 4.1 trillion yen. The Tokyo-based company follows U.S. accounting standards.</p>
<p>Laser printer sales have grown in China and emerging countries in Southeast Asia. New high speed models have been popular. Sales of toner and other highly profitable consumables have also risen with the increase in printer sales. <a href="http://asia.nikkei.com/Markets/Tokyo-Market/Canon-on-track-for-40-profit-growth-on-printer-sales">Read the full story</a></p>
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Canon Rumors · Jul 24, 2017

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Canon recently opened its new technology and support center in Burbank, California. Select media outlets were invited to take a peak and DPReview was one of them.</p>
<p><strong>From DPReview:</strong></p>
<blockquote><p>According to Elliot Peck, Canon Imaging and Technologies’ Executive Vice President, the project to build this new center started about a year ago when Canon realized that it was effectively out of space at its old Hollywood location. Canon designed a completely new facility from the ground up and took the opportunity to move to Burbank, at the heart of the filmmaking industry.</p>
<p>Part of the service facility is the lens room, where technicians can test and verify lens performance after repair. The room might be better described as a very wide hallway, stretching about 65 ft. (20m) in length. The extra distance allows technicians to mount lenses up to 600mm on a master body to check for optical alignment and resolution, meaning that all but a couple very specialized Canon lenses can be tested here. <a href="https://www.dpreview.com/articles/9965825380/behind-the-scenes-at-canon-s-new-burbank-technology-and-support-center">Take the full tour at DPReview</a></p></blockquote>
<p>I’ve visited Canon’s Hollywood support center and came away impressed, but this new facility looks even better.</p>
<p><em>Photo Credit // <a href="https://www.dpreview.com/articles/9965825380/behind-the-scenes-at-canon-s-new-burbank-technology-and-support-center?slide=7">DPReview</a></em></p>
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TWI by Dustin Abbott · Jul 24, 2017

Hello, everyone. Tamron Canada got me a retail copy of the new Tamron 18-400mm f/3.5-6.3 VC HLD lens to review, and I've got my conclusions here:

Text Review: http://bit.ly/18400HLDda
Video Review: http://bit.ly/18400HLD
Image Gallery: http://bit.ly/Tam18400IG

It seems to me that Tamron did what they needed to with this lens. It will market very well due to the specs, but I also didn’t see any area where the lens regressed compared to earlier lenses with smaller zoom ratios. As someone whose lens kit is primarily made up of prime lenses, this kind of lens doesn't personally set me on fire, but it's a very competent lens for those looking for a travel lens with a huge zoom range.

P.S. For those interested, I have just started reviewing the Sigma 24-70 ART, so stay posted for that. I'm releasing the Zeiss Milvus 35mm f/1.4 review next week along with the Canon EF-S 35mm f/2.8 Macro IS review the week following. I've also (due to a LOT of requests) added a Sony a6500 to my personal kit and am about to start a staggered release of Sony mirrorless reviews, including the Zeiss Touit line and Sigma's DN line. I've gotten all of these as sets, so I will mostly be reviewing them as such (more like mini-reviews around a common theme).

Darkly · Jul 23, 2017

Hi all,

Over the last few months I've seen several eBay sellers make mention of being able to check if an item is a grey import or a genuine UK item from the serial number. Does anyone know if this is true? I've searched several times but each search seems to end with either links to decoding lens date/factory codes or discussions on the merits/downsides of buying grey imports, and I've not found any definitive guide to show which serials correspond with which market regions. Is this a load of nonsense or is there a link between serials and regions?

Cheers, Steve

ahsanford · Jul 21, 2017

See two pics attached.

The first is from the official Canon 6D2 overview video here. Right at the 2 minute mark, they state 27 f/8 AF points for the teleconverter crowd.

The second is the f/8 shooting info video from Canon, shown here. Only two lenses -- and for a 6D2 owner, let's be frank, really only one that they might own -- get the 27 f/8 AF point functionality mentioned in the first video.

All the rest of those teleconvertered combinations only get the center AF point at f/8.

Wow. I did not know that -- did you?

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rfdesigner · Jul 21, 2017

I'm staying put.. for now, but I don't see the MKII as my future, which is a suprise to me.

mistaspeedy · Jul 21, 2017

It seems that the ISO 50 setting on Canon cameras seems to give mixed results depending on the camera. Hopefully others can get similar positive results with their cameras as I have gained.

With some cameras there is INCREASED dynamic range compared to ISO 100.
Some cameras have exactly the same dynamic range as ISO 100.
Some cameras have LESS dynamic range than ISO 100.

You can take a look at this chart to see where your camera stands:
http://www.photonstophotos.net/Charts/PDR.htm

Before we even start this discussion, we need to differentiate two very different things:
1) RAW dynamic range of the image sensor when taking an identical exposure at ISO 50 and ISO 100 (NOT making the ISO 50 exposure twice as long/bright)
2) The camera metering system and how it chooses to expose images when you set ISO 50 or ISO 100.

I'm talking about situation #1.

It seems that my ancient 1D mark II is one of the fewer cameras to have a very slight boost in dynamic range at ISO 50.

VERIFYING WITH MY OWN TESTS:

https://giphy.com/gifs/26zzic5iyRLhTRTy0/fullscreen

Here are the same 100% crops as above, but in lossless PNG:
https://ibb.co/nMwxqQ ISO 50
https://ibb.co/ihcgH5 ISO 100

Here you can see the increased dynamic range of the ISO 50 image when both images were exposed identically.
That's an extra 0.18 stops according to photonstophotos.net

How I did the test:
1) Manually set the exposure of both images (ISO 50 and ISO 100) at F5.6 and 1/25 - purposely overexposing the whole image by about two stops (I want clipped highlights for the test, I don't shoot like this normally!)
*NOTE: The ISO 50 exposure is 0.7 stops darker than the ISO 100 image (not 1 stop!).
2) Reduce exposure of both images in adobe camera raw... ISO 50 image by 2 stops, and ISO 100 image by 2.7 stops to get equal brightness.
3) highlights slider set to -100 for both images.

Please note that both images have all the possible highlight detail recovered.... going to even more exposure compensation does not get more detail.

That's it... and you can see what the extra 0.18 stops gets you... a tiny bit more recoverable detail... hehe.

REAL WORLD APPLICATION:
The workflow for getting this extra dynamic range is quite simple, but goes against what the camera manufacturer has done, since Canon's aim with ISO 50 is less noise by overexposing by one stop.

1) Set -1.0 exposure compensation on camera (camera will meter as if shooting ISO 100).

2) When importing your images... just set exposure compensation to +0.7... and your exposure will match the brightness of a normal ISO 100 exposure. This one-click step can be set for hundreds of images at the same time... so there is no extra time spent.

WHAT ABOUT THE SHADOWS?

I have done various tests and can find no noise/color penalty/advantage of any kind by shooting ISO 50 vs ISO 100.

TOO LONG, DIDNT READ... & CONCLUSION:

Setting ISO 50 on my camera with the same exposure as ISO 100 gets me the following:

HIGHLIGHTS: 0.18 stops of extra highlight detail (increased dynamic range).
SHADOWS: No benefits and no disadvantages.... they are identical.

.... and if you're really bored... check the original raw files for yourself

http://www119.zippyshare.com/v/GqHFSvGQ/file.html
http://www119.zippyshare.com/v/fvJKEill/file.html

ahsanford · Jul 20, 2017

Set your flamethrowers to 'scorched earth', people:

https://petapixel.com/2017/07/20/canon-6d-mark-ii-dynamic-range-big-disappointment/

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keithcooper · Jul 20, 2017

Interesting new Japanese patent (2017-125904) from Nikon has a curved full frame sensor to go with a 35mm f2 lens

http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/mirrorless-camera-rumours/

Canon Rumors · Jul 20, 2017

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That’s a great question and we are only getting very vague answers from people that know what’s coming.</p>
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<li>We’re told that the 3 lenses <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/unreleased-canon-gear-has-appeared-for-certification/">shown in the certification documents</a> are going to be a “series”.</li>
<li>The “series” of lenses has also been described to us as “high-end”.</li>
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<p>If we go by the certifications, the three lenses in question are being manufactured at the Canon Opto SDN BHD factory in Malaysia. I cannot find any “high end” lenses in the Canon lineup that are made in Malaysia, please sound off in the forums if you know of any.</p>
<p>The same certification documents show that the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS II is being made at Canon’s Utsunomiya factory in Japan, which to my knowledge is the only place Canon L lenses are made, which is what we would call “high end”.</p>
<p>We have no information as to what “series” these 3 will fall under.</p>
<p>The announcement for these 4 lenses is expected the last week of August.</p>
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snoke · Jul 20, 2017

Everyone says 4K "not important." TV only 1080p. No need for 4K. Too much data. Too hard to process. And nobody makes video, everyone just make photos.

For every birthday party for my children, I video the whole "happy birthday" song and cake thing. I do it with my phone and my phone does 4K. You can say that the most important videos I make are all done in 4K and using a camera - not expensive Canon equipment (good argument why have it if it is never used for important things!) If Canon make DSLR do 4K and have good IS lens, then I do 4K video of birthday with Canon camera. But not now.

In 15-20 years time, as my kids get older and we have parties where "remember when", I'll have videos to share of those moments. "Oh but my photos are 1893MP!" The difference between photos and videos of parties is "Oh, that's a nice photo" and "listen to them laughing!" / "look at what they're doing!". Back to those future parties. At that point in time, TVs are either going to be 4K "standard" ("Gee dad, why didn't you have good video back then?") or maybe even 6K/8K ("Wow, dad, when I was a baby that was the best video available?!") 1080p might be "ok" now but it will age and it will not age well. Just look at the recent promo's for the upcoming re-release of Terminator 2. Cinemas will be 3D but a 4K UHD edition is being done and it looks sweeet.

Nobody buys a 24MP camera so that they can keep 2MP images (ok, maybe 4MP if you've got a UHD screen), everyone buys 24MP cameras to keep 24MP pictures. Even if they only ever get downres'd for monitors, by keeping the original raw/jpeg, you can re-render it for bigger screens in the future. Same with video.

Canon Rumors · Jul 20, 2017

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<p><em>Instant-Inspiration Is Possible with Power to Browse and Print Content Straight From Your Printer Screen<sup>1</sup></em></p>
<p><b>MELVILLE, N.Y., July 20, 2017</b> – Aspiring to help families ignite their creative spirit, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced today a new collection of exclusive printables. Canon inkjet printer owners¹ have unlimited access to content², produced by creativity leaders such as Nickelodeon and Johanna Basford – while non-Canon owners have access to select sample activities. From 3D paper crafts and mazes to stress-relieving coloring pages and decorative wall art– users will be empowered to print and create on demand with Canon.</p>
<p>In partnership with Nickelodeon<sup>3</sup>, for a limited time, Canon Inkjet printer owners will have access to exclusive printable content and activities featuring popular characters from the network’s hit preschool series, <em>Blaze and the Monster Machines</em> and<em> Shimmer and Shine</em> such as 3D paper crafts and mazes<sup>3</sup>. In addition, users have the capability to unwind and unleash their creativity with the swipe of a finger with access to over 125 printable coloring pages. From enchanted forests and secret gardens, to geometric patterns and mandalas, partnering with leading illustrators and publishers, such as renowned artist Johanna Basford, Canon makes it easy to make time for creativity.</p>
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<p>“It’s so important in today’s busy world to stimulate the mind and feed the imagination” said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “Canon’s partnership with Nickelodeon showcases our commitment to providing customers with unique printable content.”</p>
<p>In addition, users have the capability to unwind and unleash their creativity with the swipe of a finger with access to over 125 printable coloring pages. From enchanted forests and secret gardens, to geometric patterns and mandalas, partnering with leading illustrators and publishers, such as renowned artist Johanna Basford, Canon makes it easy to make time for creativity.</p>
<p>As part of the partnership with Nickelodeon, families can enjoy nearly 30 unique crafts, including 14 activities featuring <em>Blaze and the Monster Machines</em> and 15 for <em>Shimmer and Shine</em>. Canon inkjet printer owners¹ will have unlimited access to all content<sup>3</sup> created by Nickelodeon. Each piece of free downloadable content lives within the Canon PRINT App¹ and within the menu on the LCD screen of compatible printers¹.</p>
<p>“We are excited to team up with Canon to offer kids and families custom content featuring our beloved preschool properties, said Sharon Cohen, Executive Vice President, Partner Marketing. “Through this program, we’re extending Nickelodeon’s mission to make the world a more playful place one fun activity at time.”</p>
<p>For more information on Nickelodeon’s preschool content, please visit: shop.usa.canon.com/nickelodeon.</p>
<p>The Canon PRINT App is available for free through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. For more information about the Canon PRINT App please go to: <a href="https://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/how-to-print-free-adult-coloring-pages" target="blank"><b>https://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/how-to-print-free-adult-coloring-pages</b></a></p>
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Canon Rumors · Jul 20, 2017

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Northlight Images has <a href="http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/mirrorless-camera-rumours/">uncovered a patent</a> (Nikon patent 2017-125904) for a 35mm f/2 lens for a curved image sensor. The patent does show a mirrorless application.</p>
<p><strong>Nikon recently had this to say about its mirrorless plans </strong></p>
<blockquote><p>While details are confidential, we can say that we are currently developing new mirrorless products that build upon Nikon’s strengths, and offer the performance prospective customers expect, including the ultimate optics performance, image-processing technologies, strength and durability, and operation.</p></blockquote>
<p>This patent could be unrelated, as many patents amount to nothing. However, Nikon is saying all the right things about its mirrorless plans.</p>
<p>There’s nothing new on the Canon front as far as a full frame mirrorless goes.</p>
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Canon Rumors · Jul 20, 2017

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<p>Full production Canon EOS 6D Mark II camera bodies have started hitting the desks of reviewers. With that, we are also seeing a lot of sample images and sensor talk.</p>
<p>DPReview has completed a dynamic range test and have found that the EOS 6D Mark II isn’t a step forward in this regard. Base ISO dynamic range is not as good as the EOS 6D in early tests, though the EOS 6D Mark II does squeak out slightly better dynamic range performance at higher ISO’s than it’s predecessor.</p>
<p><strong>From DPReview:</strong></p>
<blockquote><p>….it seems the benefits that appeared in the sensors used in the EOS 80D and EOS 5D IV have not been applied to the latest EOS 6D II, and the new camera has less dynamic range than we’ve become used to. Graphs plotted by regular DPR collaborator <a href="http://www.photonstophotos.net/Charts/PDR.htm#Canon%20EOS%206D%20Mark%20II,Canon%20EOS%2080D,Nikon%20D750" target="article-3416153698">Bill Claff illustrate this pretty clearly</a>. In this article, we’re taking a look at what this might mean for your images. <a href="https://www.dpreview.com/articles/3416153698/canon-eos-6d-mark-ii-dynamic-range">Read the full test</a></p></blockquote>
<p>Obviously dynamic range isn’t everything and the sensor is more capable than that in the EOS 6D, but it is a bit disappointing there hasn’t been a bigger advancement from Canon in this regard.</p>
<p>You can also check out samples from DPReview: <a href="https://www.dpreview.com/samples/5865039367/canon-eos-6d-mark-ii-sample-photos">Image Samples</a> | <a href="https://www.dpreview.com/samples/5865039367/canon-eos-6d-mark-ii-sample-photos">Video Samples</a></p>
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Canon Rumors · Jul 19, 2017

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We’re told that an internal presentation roadmap from Canon includes two “big white” lenses coming in 2018. The slide in question did not mention specific focal lengths, likely to help prevent what I’m typing right now.</p>
<p>One of the big white lenses could logically be the <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/canon-ef-600mm-f4-do-br-at-canon-expo/">EF 600mm f/4 DO IS that Canon showed back at the 2015 Canon Expo</a>.</p>
<p>The second of the two remains a mystery at this time. There has always been some rumblings about an updated EF 200mm f/2L IS and EF 800mm f/5.6L IS, but nothing has come to fruition.</p>
<p>2018 is a World Cup of football/soccer in Russia and the Olympic Winter Games in South Korea and Canon generally makes a professional gear splash for these events.</p>
<p>We also have Photokina to look forward to in September of 2018.</p>
<p>The previous release of “big whites” saw two releases in pairs. First the EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II & EF 400mm f/2.8L IS II came, followed by the EF 500mm f/4L IS II & EF 600mm f/4L IS II a few months later.</p>
<p><em>image credit // <a href="http://www.popphoto.com/canon-is-working-on-600mm-do-br-telephoto-lens-with-its-latest-optical-tech">popphoto</a></em></p>
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notapro · Jul 19, 2017

I was doing a few photographs for a band recently. This is a somewhat tight shot of the drummer's foot, with the the fellow's shoes a bit to the left of the frame. I had to thread the needle to get this photo (got a few misses before this one--others moving into the shot and such).

The lgiht was rather dim, and I had no lighting with me. I took this at ISO 8000, f/2.8, 1/80, and 200mm.

notapro · Jul 19, 2017

These are a few shots I took while on a bicycle ride recently (the tilt of the buildings in the first image has been left deliberately). In the final image, it could have been nice to have moved farther away from the building, but it was time for me to continue my ride back home. It was after 7 PM when I took that last shot, and I didn't have my lights (for the bicycle) with me.

Canon Rumors · Jul 18, 2017

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The Canon Cinema EOS C500 has probably been the biggest bust in the Cinema EOS lineup by most accounts. While it was the first 4K cinema EOS camera video specific camera, it was deemed overpriced when compared to the competition and and people were more interested in using the highly successful Cinema EOS C300 and its 4K follow-up the C300 Mark II.</p>
<p>We’re told that Canon is working on a follow-up to the C500 and that it will become the highest resolution video camera in the lineup. The Cinema EOS C700 has a 4.5K sensor, so we suspect it will match or slightly exceed that resolution. We’ve tried to find out if 6K is an option, but we were unable to.</p>
<p>Canon going to 6K with a Cinema EOS camera at this time doesn’t seem very Canon-esque, but maybe they’ll change the way they do things going forward.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://bhpho.to/2uwkszY">very large price drop on the C300 Mark II down to $9999</a> may be a clue that we’ll have a new camera priced around $15,000 in the coming months.</p>
<p>Canon has <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/canon-developing-8k-cinema-eos-camera-120mp-dslr-8k-display/">shown an 8K  Cinema EOS prototype</a>, but I think it’s safe to say we’re more than a year away from seeing an 8K product from Canon.</p>
<p>The last three paragraphs are opinions of ours, and we hope we’re wrong and Canon pushes the boundaries a bit.</p>
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daphins · Jul 18, 2017

Hey all!

I'm looking at getting a 6D MKii (upgrading for a 60D) and I do a lot of low-light long-exposure photography where pollution from the camera can be an issue (see caves). I was wondering if it's possible set up a scene on a tripod with the articulating screen and DPAF and then turn the screen off before shooting a photo?

The articulating screen will make it easier to obscure the screen physically by draping a cloth over it, but it would be better if there was a button to turn it off. Do canons currently have such a thing?

Thanks!

Canon Rumors · Jul 18, 2017

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DPReview has posted an even more in-depth look at how the Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art series lens works for astrophotography.</p>
<p><strong>From DPReview:</strong></p>
<blockquote><p>As I mentioned, my go-to lens for wide-field astrophotography is the Nikkor 14-24mm F2.8G ED. If I needed to pick just one lens to photograph the night sky, would I trade it for the Sigma 14mm F1.8 DG HSM Art? The answer is yes. Although I often use the Nikkor lens at different focal lengths to photograph buildings and monuments (it’s the perfect lens for cathedral interiors), I rarely use it to photograph the sky at focal lengths others than 14mm. When taking single shots of the night sky (something I often do while other cameras are shooting time-lapse sequences) the extra 1.3 f-stop would allow me to take shorter exposures and use that gained time to creatively experiment with different compositions and angles. <a href="https://www.dpreview.com/articles/1717621214/astrophotography-with-the-sigma-14mm-f1-8-art-lens">Read the full story</a></p></blockquote>
<p>It looks like if you’re into shooting the night skies, this new Sigma is going to leave you very impressed.</p>
<p><strong>Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art:</strong> <strong><a href="https://bhpho.to/2rkYCub">B&H Photo</a></strong> | <strong><a href="https://mpex.com/sigma-14mm-f1-8-dg-hsm-art-lens-canon.html?acc=3">MPEX</a></strong> | <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=292297&awinmid=6241&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.parkcameras.com%2Fp%2FG242324C%2Fcanon-lenses-ef-mount%2Fsigma%2F14mm-f18-dg-hsm-art-ultra-wide-angle-canon-fit-lens">Park Cameras</a> (UK)</p>
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Canon Rumors · Jul 18, 2017

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<p>Astrophotographers were pretty excited about the Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art when it was announced a few months ago. Now that it’s shipping, we’re starting to see some real world usage from the lens.</p>
<p>Astrophotography fan <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tony.liu.photography/">Tony Liu</a> has posted some sample images of the skies using the Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art to see how well it controls coma.</p>
<p><strong>From FStoppers:</strong></p>
<blockquote><p>My biggest concern when this lens was announced was if Sigma would keep things the same with coma in the corners of the lens as it had with the 24mm f/1.4 DG HSM ART and 20mm f/1.4 DG HSM ART lenses or if it would return to the optical formula that was closer to the 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM ART lens. The answer is that Sigma seems to have landed oh so short of the 35mm Art perfection, but it is much better than the 20mm and 24mm Art lenses. <a href="https://fstoppers.com/gear/astrophotography-sigma-14mm-f18-dg-hsm-art-lens-and-coma-183601">Read the full story and see the sample images</a></p></blockquote>
<p>Sigma 14mm f/1.8 DG HSM Art: <strong><a href="https://bhpho.to/2rkYCub">B&H Photo</a></strong> | <strong><a href="https://mpex.com/sigma-14mm-f1-8-dg-hsm-art-lens-canon.html?acc=3">MPEX</a></strong> | <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=292297&awinmid=6241&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.parkcameras.com%2Fp%2FG242324C%2Fcanon-lenses-ef-mount%2Fsigma%2F14mm-f18-dg-hsm-art-ultra-wide-angle-canon-fit-lens">Park Cameras</a> (UK)</p>
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Canon Rumors · Jul 18, 2017

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<p><strong><em>More timing features, same great reliability, all at a lower price.</em></strong></p>
<p>LPA Design, manufacturers of PocketWizard Photo Products, the global leader in reliable wireless control of cameras, flash lighting and light meters, announces the MultiMAX II and the return of unique timing features that only PocketWizard technology provides. Whether you are a sports, wildlife or wedding photographer, you will be happy to learn that the most powerfully-featured wireless radio on the planet, the PocketWizard MultiMAX, is back and fully compatible with all other PocketWizard radios.</p>
<p>Building on the legendary MultiMAX, the MultiMAX II takes its place as the most versatile, reliable and predictably compatible radio on the market. For the past 16 years, the MultiMAX has helped capture amazing images, many of which have landed on magazine covers throughout the world. MultiMAX Transceivers continue to be found in frequency crowded environments triggering arena flashes or remote cameras behind soccer goals, hockey nets, basketball nets, horse jumps, bull chutes, and the finish line of major International Track and Field events.</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://bhpho.to/2uw7hil">PocketWizard MultiMAX II Transceiver in stock at B&H Photo</a></strong></p>
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<p>After a brief hiatus, the MultiMAX II returns with new features including 20 ControlTL channels, Manual Power Control and an improved blue backlit LCD which provides better contrast for improved viewing in dimly lit studios or on-site locations. The key pad is brighter too, allowing photographers to easily change settings on the fly. Its 344 MHz frequency sets it apart from 2.4 GHz noise in crowded venues.</p>
<p>“The MultiMAX II continues to provide incredible features that professional photographers have come to rely on. It has a whole suite of built-in tools designed for the demanding sports shooter like Patterns, programmable delays, and a settable contact time. The MultiMAX II is also Custom ID ready. Photographers can create incredible depth of field or stroboscopic effects with Multi-pop, give rear curtain sync to any camera, and even synchronize multiple cameras together, states Patrick Clow, Technical Support and Customer Service Manager.</p>
<p>The MultiMAX II has a total of 52 channels: 32 Standard Channels and 20 ControlTL Channels. Photographers can creatively control groups of lights or cameras allowing them to work in crowded venues or with multiple flash set-ups. And now with Power Control, photographers can remotely adjust the manual power settings of ControlTL compatible radios and flashes in up to three zones with as many flashes in each group as you want.</p>
<p>“Professional photographers have clamored for years to bring back the MultiMAX. We listened and we responded by making a great radio even better and offering it at a lower price. The MultiMAX II Transceiver is and remains the only radio on the market that performs special PocketWizard features including Infinite Intervalometer, SpeedCycler and Ultra Long Range. It is the most reliable Transceiver on the market for capturing life’s most amazing moments, states Karen Marshall, CEO of LPA Design</p>
<p>The MultiMAX II will be available at retail and on line in the US and Canada starting July 17, 2017. The retail price will be $229.00 USD in the US and $309.00 CAD in Canada.</p>
<p><strong><a href="https://bhpho.to/2uw7hil">PocketWizard MultiMAX II Transceiver in stock at B&H Photo</a></strong></p>
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bitm2007 · Jul 18, 2017

Breakthrough have recently introduced a square 100mm version of their excellent X4 10-Stop ND Filter. Does anybody know if there are any light leakages issue's with fit filter, when used in a Lee filter holder or if my Lee filters will fit the 100mm Breakthrough holder ?

LonelyBoy · Jul 17, 2017

... but please let me know if there's anything obvious I should be doing better.

That last one caught me completely off-guard - he's a machine on the bike and was back before I was ready, and had to just yank up the camera and click a few frames. Which actually makes me more pleased with that result.