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Canon Rumors · Jul 6, 2017

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You can now download the manual for the upcoming Canon EOS 6D Mark II.</p>
<p><strong>Canon EOS 6D Mark II Highlights</strong></p>

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<li class="top-section-list-item">26.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">DIGIC 7 Image Processor</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">45-Point All-Cross Type AF System</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">Full HD Video at 60 fps; Digital IS</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">3″ 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">Dual Pixel CMOS AF and Movie Servo AF</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">Native ISO 40000, Expanded to ISO 102400</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">6.5 fps Shooting; Time-Lapse & HDR Movie</li>
<li class="top-section-list-item">Built-In GPS, Bluetooth, & Wi-Fi w/ NFC</li>
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<p><strong><a href="http://support-th.canon-asia.com/contents/TH/EN/0302746901.html">Download the EOS 6D Mark II Manual</a></strong> | <strong><a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/preorder-canon-eos-6d-mark-ii-body-kits-and-accessories/">Preorder the Canon EOS 6D Mark II</a></strong></p>
<p><em>thanks Dominik</em></p>
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Darkly · Jul 6, 2017

Hi All

I've read the reviews and I know about Sigma's well-documented AF inconsistencies, but what are these things like to live with?

I've recently sold my 85mm f1.2L II as I was offered a very keen price, and while I appreciate it's a true artist lens I just got sick of the lateral CA issues when newer designs such as the Sigma Art, Zeiss Milvus and Samyang XP offer up better performance at a marginally smaller aperture. I'm tempted by the Sigma design as it's received many positive reviews, and even if the AF lacks consistency at least it's an option that the Samyang and Zeiss designs don't offer.

I'm sure the Canon fanboys will say the f1.2L II can't be touched but (and in spite of me being Canon-loyal) I've had my time with it and found its limitations. The f1.2 aperture is nice - and unique for an 85mm AF lens - but I can live with f1.4 quite easily for all the potential benefits offered.

One very specific question, on the subject of AF inaccuracy with Sigma's reverse-engineered AF algorithms, does this issue still manifest when using live view or is it restricted to phase-detect AF? I generally used the Canon on a tripod using live view, manually checking the focus was where I needed it to be (and for all those people who praise the Canon it could and would miss focus on occasion with PDAF, necessitating LV for critical images).

Just to be clear, I'm only interested in hearing opinions from Sigma owners as this is the lens that looks to fit my needs - if it's not a dog to live with of course...

Cheers, Darkly

Canon Rumors · Jul 6, 2017

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Both <a href="https://bhpho.to/2s3TmM9">B&H Photo</a> and <a href="http://amzn.to/2sjTrPL">Amazon</a> are showing a shipping date of July 27, 2017 for the Canon EOS 6D Mark II. We expect a few will ship out before then around the globe as retailers will likely receive shipments around July 24, 2017.</p>
<p>We’re told initial inventory will be very good and that most preorders will be met in North America. We have no information for the rest of the globe.</p>
<p><a href="https://mpex.com/canon-eos-6d-mark-ii-dslr-camera-body-only.html?acc=3">Midwest Photo</a> is offering a free 128gb Lexar SD card with any preorder placed by July 16, 2017.</p>
<p>Preorder links after the break:</p>
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<p>Canon EOS 6D Mark II Body</p>
<ul>
<li>USA $1999: <a href="https://bhpho.to/2tmBfEW">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2sjTrPL">Amazon</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-eos-6d-mark-ii-dslr-camera-body-only.html?acc=3">Midwest Photo</a> (If ordered before July 16, free 128gb Lexar SD Card)</li>
<li>UK £1999: <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=292297&awinmid=6241&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.parkcameras.com%2Fp%2F1010062T%2Fdigital-slr-cameras%2Fcanon%2Feos-6d-mark-ii-dslr-camera-body">Park Cameras</a> | <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=292297&awinmid=2298&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wexphotographic.com%2Fcanon-eos-6d-mark-ii-digital-slr-camera-body-1630560%2F">WEX Photographic</a></li>
<li>Canada $2599: <a href="http://www.pjtra.com/t/TUJGRU1GTEJGRk5HSklCRkhMRklH?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.henrys.com%2F98225-CANON-EOS-6D-MK-II-BODY.aspx">Henry’s</a></li>
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<p>Canon EOS 6D Mark II w/24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM</p>

<ul>
<li>USA $2599: <a href="https://bhpho.to/2s3TmM9">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2triKPZ">Amazon</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-eos-6d-mark-ii-dslr-camera-with-24-105mm-is-stm-lens.html?acc=3">Midwest Photo</a> (If ordered before July 16, free 128gb Lexar SD Card)</li>
</ul>
<p>Canon EOS 6D Mark II w/24-105mm f/4L IS II</p>
<ul>
<li>USA $3099: <a href="https://bhpho.to/2tnn96a">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2u0EWh6">Amazon</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-eos-6d-mark-ii-dslr-camera-with-24-105mm-f4l-is-ii-usm-lens.html?acc=3">Midwest Photo</a> (If ordered before July 16, free 128gb Lexar SD Card)</li>
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<p>Canon EOS 6D Mark II Body w/24-70mm f/4L IS</p>
<ul>
<li>UK £2379: <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=292297&awinmid=6241&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.parkcameras.com%2Fp%2F1010063D%2Fdigital-slr-cameras%2Fcanon%2Feos-6d-mark-ii-dslr-ef-24-70mm-f4l-is-usm-lens-kit">Park Cameras</a> | <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=292297&awinmid=2298&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wexphotographic.com%2Fcanon-eos-6d-mark-ii-digital-slr-camera-with-24-70mm-f4-l-is-lens-1631339%2F">WEX Photographic</a></li>
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<p>Canon BG-E21 Battery Grip for EOS 6D Mark II</p>
<ul>
<li>USA $300: <a href="https://bhpho.to/2s4e6TL">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://amzn.to/2u0nzgx">Amazon</a> | <a href="https://mpex.com/canon-bg-e21-battery-grip.html?acc=3">Midwest Photo</a></li>
<li>UK £199: <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=292297&awinmid=6241&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.parkcameras.com%2Fp%2F1150097F%2Fgrips%2Fcanon%2Fbg-e21-battery-grip">Park Cameras</a> | <a href="http://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinaffid=292297&awinmid=2298&p=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wexphotographic.com%2Fcanon-bg-e21-battery-grip-1630561%2F">WEX Photographic</a></li>
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wunderpink · Jul 6, 2017

Hi guys,

you might be interested to have a look on the 6D mark ii manual:
http://support-th.canon-asia.com/contents/TH/EN/0302746901.html?

All the best,
Dominik

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bergstrom · Jul 6, 2017

http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Canon-Speedlite-600EX-RT-Wireless-Shoe-Mount-Flash-/252717770683?epid=1600399856&hash=item3ad72727bb:g:jFsAAOSw2xRYTA-g

Should I buy an oem flash? Is there nay disadvantage or is exactly the same as the original Canon 600ex?

Thanks

Jaysheldon · Jul 5, 2017

Hi
Dropped my EF-S 17-85 mm lens today -- fell out of my backback as I was picking it up. Warning to all readers. You can't check your bag's zippers enough -- and while it still works I'd like to have it checked out. Where can I take it? Henry's Steeles Ave is nearest. Or is there a Canon office? I thought there was one on Dixie Road, but when I went by today the sign was gone.

Mt Spokane Photography · Jul 5, 2017

After waiting for the 6D MK II to come out before deciding on a new camera, I made the leap to a 5D MK IV. I put my 5D MK III on Craigslist and ebay. It only took a day to sell it on CL, and I delivered it today. I also sold my 50mm f/1.8 and a Nice Manfrotto Tripod with it. I hope the new owner gets as much enjoyment from using it as I did. Now, I am selling my 1D MK III and even my G1X MK II, its time to upgrade everything.

Since I had all my cameras cleaned up and boxed, I had to shoot photos of the MK III by firing up my 17 year old Nikon CP990, all 3.3 MP.

TommyLee · Jul 5, 2017

samples for sigmas 24-70 are up... ..meaning a review is soon coming..

...
I Like what I see there... will look closer
http://www.lenstip.com/2237-news-Sigma_A_24-70_mm_f_2.8_DG_OS_HSM_-_sample_images.html

coma, distortion, chromatics, sharpness... and such.. will be interesting... to me

ajfotofilmagem · Jul 4, 2017

The modest EF70-300mm F4-5.6 IS ii USM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHCjiqhhp_k

ahsanford · Jul 4, 2017

Won't be long before we see the coma test heard round the world:

http://www.lenstip.com/2236-news-Sigma_A_14_mm_f_1.8_DG_HSM_-_sample_images.html

kphoto99 · Jul 3, 2017

Here is a first for me, a filter shifts the focus.

I have 70D and 70-200 IS 4 lens. I calibrated the AFMA to be +3 for the tele end, everything works fine.

I put a (cheap) filter on the lens and didn't think anything about it. Went to shoot some presentation on stage. I was about 50 feet from the stage. Used the lens at f4.0 200mm. After I went home and examined the photos, I could see that the camera was front focusing by about a foot. The microphone in front of the speaker was in perfect focus and sharp.

I figured that I need to calibrate the AFMA, so I setup a dummy head outside in front of a brick wall and the camera 50 feet away. First I focus in live view, turn the AF switch on the lens to MF. Can't find any AFMA setting that will give me focus confirmation. So I examine the photo taken with live view and I see that the wall is in focus, not the dummy. Try again, same result. At this point I figured that the camera and lens will have to go to Canon for some serious calibration.

For some reason I decided to remove the filter and try again. Now everything works perfectly, live view focus on the dummy and PDAF with AFMA of +3 focuses perfectly also.

Conclusion, this filter makes PDAF to front focus by about a foot, and DPAF back focus by a foot. Other then the shift in focus the images are sharp.

This is very weird.

Khalai · Jul 3, 2017

Disclaimer - I am in no way professional photographer (about 5-10% of my photo sessions are being paid for) and I am quite happy 6D owner (despite its shortcomings). I had about an hour to play with the 6D2 just today, but since it was a preproduction piece, I was not allowed to take any raw files back home nor did I receive any definitive information about sensor (and I did asked rather persistently). So take all following informations as a subjective opinion of a single amateur photographer. This is not a review, rather preview/impression/brief hands-on thing.

Handling and build quality:
No suprises there. It's very similar to 6D, although "Magnify" button is where I'm used to press "Q" and felt a little too spongy (other buttons felt just right). I was right at home, being used to my 6D for almost four years. So for those, who upgrade from 60D, 70D, 80D or 6D, there is (almost) no learning curve and they should be comfortable using this camera. Ergonomics are on spot (as used with Canon), no complaints there. Whole construction is solid, nothing twisting, bending or squeaking whatsoever.

AF system and viewfinder:
This is a huge step up (obviously) from the original 6D. There was 5D4 as well to compare to and while there is a difference in AF pattern, it's actually rather small. Basicly add another column on both sides and you have 5D4 (but horizontal points only AFAIK, crosstype points are about the same). But all in all, no suprises here. Intelligent viewfinder as we know from previous models with two-axis level, 4x5 grid, AF points and what was a bit of suprise to me was white status bar numbers instead of green.

DPAF and LiveView:
Oh my god, that DPAF in conjuction with touch screen is simply amazeballs. Canon hit a jackpot on this feature. Combination of fully articulating display with very good touch capability (fast and precise, I felt like I was using my iPhone, very responsive) and incredibly fast DPAF is simply pure gold. This is a feature I could get used to very quickly even on a fixed screen (like 5D4 has). I had a Fuji XPro2 + 35/2 WR lense for a weekend rental but DPAF feels actually faster. So this is truly viable option for current and future MILC from Canon, when they finally decide to commit.
Personal note: VariAngle screen feels like a locus minoris resistentiae to me, I'd prefer simple up/down tilt screen on a metal frame, much like Fuji or Sony have. But this is I guess rather subjective and very user based issue.

Touch interface:
Anyone, who can use a smartphone can use this camera using touch interface. It's really very responsive and being first-time user, I still had no misclicks. It just works - period. But I'm still used to wheels and dials, so touch interface wasn't faster. But it's a nice feature and definitely very desirable feature. Thumbs up from me.

Image Quality:
Sorry. As I stated earlier, no photos taken home were allowed and I really won't judge anything by the 3" screen displaying JPEG previews.

I won't repeat technical specifications as they have been repeater over and over ad nauseam. If you have any additional questions, I'm happy to answer them.

Will I be buying this camera? I guess not. At least not now. My 6D works just fine, I'm happy with its output and I'm quite used to it by now. So I guess I'll just patiently read upcoming reviews, wait for some cashback, rebate, sale or promo to sway me over. As of now, I'm happy 6D camper.

magarity · Jul 3, 2017

Is there any hope that the smaller flashes will make the transition to radio control as slaves? There are now 3 wireless methods; RT, IR, and strobe. It would be nice to get them all on the same system.

Canon Rumors · Jul 3, 2017

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… unfortunately we still don’t know when it’s going to be announced.</p>
<p>We’re thinking the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS will arrive late in August or in early September and start shipping some time this fall. We do know that this lens will NOT be a replacement for the EF 85mm f/1.2L II, and that Canon’s classic and unique 85mm lens will continue being produced for the foreseeable future.</p>
<p>We’ve been told that there is at least one more lens other than the EF 85mm f/1.4L IS that will be announced in 2017 and we can likely expect that in later Q4.</p>
<p>There are no more DSLRs coming in 2017 as far as we know, although we do expect another EOS M camera some time this summer.</p>
<p><em>Once we know more, you’ll know more.</em></p>
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leGreve · Jul 3, 2017

Erik Naso just posted this on his FB... BH has lowered the C300 II price by 6000 dollars.

This is after Sony dumped prices on the FS7 and 5.

One could hope this means Panasonic is ready to disclose more about the EVA-1.

Hector1970 · Jul 2, 2017

Hi All,
I bought a Fotodiox adapter (Exa to EOS) recently.
It connects fine to a 5D III and 5DSR but it won't screw into the 5D IV.
Is the mount different in the 5D IV does anyone know?
I can't turn the back of the lens into the mount. It doesn't twist in for some reason.

supaspiffy · Jul 2, 2017

Hi guys,

I'm tempted to really pull the trigger on that $2799 Canon Store refurbished 5D Mark IV but I just need a little push to either side of the fence! I'm a part time wedding photographer and I carry a 5D Mark III and a 6D with me. Things are working out fine but there are still some things left to be desired. These are the real world issues facing me…

1) I want to carry two dual slot full frame cameras with me for professional work, so I'm looking to upgrade that 6D. Although I know the chances of memory cards breaking is extremely low, working pros keep talking about how dual slots are a must and it only takes one incident to ruin you. I recently had a scare when one of my SD cards started to physically split apart, but thankfully I could still salvage the images from it.

Are dual slots really a big deal to working pros? I figure if I have a dual slot camera for redundancy and insurance, what’s really the point of having it on one when the other one doesn’t?

2) High ISO can always be better. I’ve had weddings when flash can’t be effectively bounced or is not allowed, so I’m cranking that ISO for those outdoor reception shots. There’s plenty of times when I’m hitting 25600 and I have to noise reduce the hell out of the images in post. This tends to create manikin-like people so I have to thread a fine line choosing how much of it to do.

Would the 32000 ISO and better sensor tech of the 5D Mark IV provide a noticeable difference from the 5D Mark III when I process noise reduction on the images? Would I notice the improvements in a meaningful away? I’m viewing the images on a 27’’ Thunderbolt display.

3) Autofocus is a big thing for me. For all its AF prowess, I think my 5D Mark III still pumps out too many out of focus pics for me to feel comfortable. Or maybe I’m just a terrible shot! But I do find myself shooting in technically challenging situations all the time… either it’s really dark to reliably focus or I’m shooting against the sun.

Will the new Dual Pixel AF system in 5D Mark IV allow me to just reliably track subjects in the dark or against the sun for stills? Do I need to enable Live View or would it still kick in through the viewfinder?

My other issue right now is that I have to slowly select focus points every time I want to nail focus on portraits. And during events when people are moving, selecting focus points can sometimes be way too slow to capture fleeting moments. Would the intelligent face tracker allow me to just shoot subjects on the fly without having to select single focus points for reliable AF? Would the face tracker also make selecting focus points redundant?

4) Sometimes I forget to set exposure properly when the lighting changes on me. Before I notice, I’d end up with a batch of severely overexposed or underexposed shots. This is when a EVF would really help me! I know shooting in Live Mode through the LCD would allow me to check the exposure before taking the shot, but in the 5D Mark III and 6D, Live View AF was too slow and unreliable for this to realistically be an option.

With the Dual Pixel AF in the 5D Mark IV, would Live View AF work just as fast as AF through the viewfinder? In fact if I wanted to, could I just shoot from the LCD indefinitely as a way to nail exposure every time, without sacrificing AF performance?

5) The 4K screen grab feature really intrigues me because I could totally see myself just using it on really fast paced action sequences, when I can’t trust myself to press the shutter button at exactly the right time.

Aside from the monstrous file sizes, which I feel is obviously necessary for high res screen grabs to work, would the quality be on par with actual stills? Would I be able to edit them almost the same way as I could with higher megapixel RAW or jpeg stills?

The other option is to just get another full frame camera with dual slots like a 5D Mark III or a 5D Mark II. The 5D Mark II could be bought for about a thousand these days, but it would be a step down in image quality from the 6D, and it’s also over a decade old. A 5D Mark III would cost double that but getting another one would not really help with the above issues I’ve outlined.

So my choices as I see them…

1. For a thousand more bucks, I could upgrade the 6D to a 5D Mark IV and be good for the next 3-4 years at least. If i was going to do this, I would sell the 6D for about $1000, and a Tammy 70-200 lens to fund the upgrade.

2. Or I could save some extra money and get an older camera with two dual slots.

3. Stick with my current setup (5D Mark III and 6D) and don’t even worry about dual slots and having that security when working paid jobs, because realistically memory card failure don’t even happen.

LSeries · Jul 2, 2017

Taken with Canon 70D + EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM.

Scorpionfly by Jussi Lind, on Flickr

davechng · Jul 2, 2017

We have completed the Full report for red Flag AK 17-2
PACAF comes out in full swing with units from MISAWA, OSAN... also Marines units from VMFA-251 and Michigan ANG A-10 units

F-16 F-15 and A-10 ! what a great combinations!

full report with more pic, videos and unit report here
http://airwingspotter.com/red-flag-alaska-17-2/

Dave Chng
http://www.airwingspotter.com

Valvebounce · Jul 2, 2017

Hi Folks.
I would like to learn how to add a huge long URL to a post like others seem able to do where the word "link" or words "click here" etc are the "button" that takes you to the page.
Would somebody please expose the magic behind this trick.

Cheers, Graham.

davechng · Jul 1, 2017

We have completed the Full report for red Flag AK 17-2
PACAF comes out in full swing with units from MISAWA, OSAN... also Marines units from VMFA-251 and Michigan ANG A-10 units

F-16 F-15 and A-10 ! what a great combinations!

full report with more pic, videos and unit report here
http://airwingspotter.com/red-flag-alaska-17-2/

Dave Chng
www.airwingspotter.com

soldrinero · Jul 1, 2017

I've been thinking of getting a Samyang 14 mm f/2.8 for a while. I specifically want to use it to try night sky shooting, but I hope to be able to explore daytime UWA photography as well. For flexibility, I was planning to get the Dandelion chip for AF confirmation. While I was looking around, though, I realized that the Firefly version of the Irix 15 mm f/2.4 is only $100 extra at $400, or an even smaller difference once the chip is factored in. Are there other lenses I should be considering? I am price constrained, so the new Samyang/Rokinon f/2.4 seems a little too expensive at this point for a very specialized lens.

I saw TheDigitalPicture's review of the Irix and looked at the comparison tool (http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/ISO-12233-Sample-Crops.aspx?Lens=1059&Camera=979&FLI=0&API=0&LensComp=1129&CameraComp=979&SampleComp=0&FLIComp=0&APIComp=0). Overall, the Irix seems better. But theres no direct comparison of the coma, which is the Samyang's near-superpower. So, has anyone used both lenses for astrophotography? Which would you recommend?

daniela · Jul 1, 2017

Hi Guys!

I´m lacking of an about 50mm prime lens that is, or is faster than f1.8 with an good image quality for my Eos 5D Mark IV. Preferred with an image stabilizer. Pricing not higher than 1200€.

An german shop offers the Tamron SP 1,8/45 mm Di VC USD Canon EF lens at 500€, thats 150€ off.
Would that be an good choise?
Or better buy an Sigma 50mm Art without IS?

Thanks a lot
Daniela

TWI by Dustin Abbott · Jun 30, 2017

Hi everyone,

Today I went live with both my written and video reviews of the new Sigma 100-400mm Contemporary lens. It is a much better lens than I expected – pleasantly surprised!

Video Review: http://bit.ly/100400CDA
Text Review: http://bit.ly/100400CDLA
Image Gallery: http://bit.ly/100400CIG

I did a head to head comparison with the 100-400L II with surprising results: http://bit.ly/100400CIQ.

I'll release a short APS-C segment after reviewing it on an 80D next week.

ahsanford · Jun 30, 2017

So, the D810 followup might be called the D820 or D850 (TBD) and it's about a month away.

PP story:
https://petapixel.com/2017/06/30/nikon-d820-less-month-away-report-says/

NR story w/specs:
https://nikonrumors.com/2017/06/29/nikon-d810-replacement-expected-to-be-announced-at-the-end-of-july.aspx/

- A