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Hillsilly · Aug 15, 2015

Over on a Fuji site, they've managed to get a special promo code for the Pixma Pro 100 at B&H.

The printer is normally $400, if you use the promo code, it lowers the price to $300. There is a mail in rebate of $250, bringing the net cost to $50. They're throwing in $38 in free paper, giving a net printer price of $12.

Check it out:-

http://www.fujix-forum.com/index.php?/topic/44252-hu-canon-pro-100-pixma-wireless-printer-about-12/page-2

ahsanford · Aug 14, 2015

Many were wondering how much of a retraction/backpeddling effort DXO would have to make once lenses they have cudgeled for lack of Perceptual MPix would fare when a 50 MP sensor was now sitting behind them.

This, of course, depended on what form of accountability DXO took in this endeavor:

Option 1) Use the same scoring algorithms, retest existing lenses on a 5DS/5DS R and watch Canon catapult over Nikon and Sony glass in their rankings.

Option 2) Pull a classic DXO move and declare it 'time to make a change' and either abolish aggregate lens scores or normalize those scores to the resolution of the sensor it was tested on.

Option 3) Turtle and hide until a7R II models arrive.

See subject. Looks like Option 3 is well underway.

- A

RGF · Aug 14, 2015

Any rumor that turned out to be nothing but a hot air

Canon Rumors · Aug 14, 2015

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<p>It looks like Canon is readying a firmware update for the EOS-1D X.</p>
<p>A <a href="http://www.dforum.net/showthread.php?t=655783" target="_blank">forum member at dforum.net</a> found firmware 2.0.8 installed on his camera after it had came back from Canon service. The latest firmware for the EOS-1D X is 2.0.7</p>
<p>There’s no word on what updates and fixes are included in the new firmware.</p>
<p>More to come…</p>
<p><em>thanks Adrian</em></p>

Nitroman · Aug 14, 2015

Well this is interesting and as usual, controversial.

Canon Professional Network interview documentary photographer Martin Parr from Magnum about his use of the new 5Ds r and his print workflow.

http://cpn.canon-europe.com/content/education/technical/martin_parr_lifes_a_beach.do?utm_source=newsletter_august_2_15&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Newsletter

Just use in in Program not Manual Mode, get a wet behind the ears college intern to process all your digital files and then printed them as 10" x 8" for 50p.

drmikeinpdx · Aug 14, 2015

I think it may be time to dump the 7D that I've been keeping around as a backup to my 5D3 and get a full frame body to use as a backup camera.

Looking around on Craigslist, I see that local 5D Mark 2s with very low shutter actuations are around the same price as refurbished or gray market 6Ds. Either one would make a good backup body for my needs.

If you had to choose one of these bodies and the cost was equal, which would you choose?

The way I see it, the 5D2 has the joystick controller that I'm used to, but the 6D has a better sensor. What am I missing?

Help me, oh Canonistas!

stephan00 · Aug 13, 2015

Thought I'd add my own experience to this matter. Here's a photo I took at midnight without moon and stars. First is the original frame, then there are the 20 stop pushs from 5DIII, 5DSR and the Sony a7RII.

I'm sure that everybody can clearly see that the 5DIII shows horrible banding, horizontal as well as vertical (and also some from one corner of the frame to the opposite one, albeit weak).

The 5DSR definitely has the edge over the 5DIII, proven by the fact that one can spot the bird in the center of the frame.

However, the a7RII just blows my mind. One can not only see that it's a common heron, but one can count each individual feather in its plumage (9876, by the way), and on top of that it's a piece of cake to identify the fish in its beak as a female trout, approximately 8 months old.

So, naturally the discussion about DR is done, as is CR, because now everybody has got to switch over to Sony. Apologies to CR and Canon for blowing the whistle and forcing you to shut down your business, but I just couldn't see scores of photographers following Canon like lemmings, and had to do something.

Canon Rumors · Aug 12, 2015

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LensRentals.com has continued their series in looking at the MTF of lenses and their variation copy-to-copy. This time they look at the Canon EF 16-35 f/2.8L II, EF 16-35 f/4L IS & EF 11-24 f/4L as well as the Nikon’s 14-24 f/2.8G. They look at the variations across the entire zoom range for each lens and have found the Canon EF 11-24 f/4L to be the best, by far.</p>
<p>FROM LENSRENTALS.COM</p>
<blockquote><p>The Canon 11-24 f/4 though was just shockingly good. We did not expect anything like those numbers. It’s by far the most consistent zoom we’ve tested; far better than many prime lenses. I have no idea what Canon is doing or how they are doing it, but the copy-to-copy variation in most of their new lenses is minimal. I know people love to think that better inspection or QA procedures would accomplish this, but that’s not really the case. A lot of it has to do with designing the lens so that tolerances are not so critical. Put another way, that means that a tiny movement of an element doesn’t cause a huge change in the optics. <a href="http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2015/08/wide-angle-zoom-mtf-and-variations" target="_blank">Read the full article…</a></p></blockquote>
<p>It’s good to know that if you spend $3000 on the Canon 11-24 f/4L, you know you’re likely to get an excellent copy.</p>
<p><strong>Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L USM $2999: <a href="http://adorama.evyy.net/c/60085/51926/1036?u=http://www.adorama.com/CA11244.html" target="_blank">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1119028-REG/canon_9520b002_ef_11_24mm_f_4l_usm.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T3ERXKE/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00T3ERXKE&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20&linkId=SKIW33AKPAGADHBN" target="_blank">Amazon</a></strong></p>

RGF · Aug 11, 2015

I am trying to decide if there is compelling reason to select one combination over the other.

1. Canon 1Dx w 100-400 II and Canon 7D M2 w 200-400. Total range 100-400 and 160 - 896.

2. Canon 1Dx w 100-400 II and Canon 1Dx w 600 II, 1.4 and 2.0 extenders Total range 100-400, 600, 840, 120.

The has greater range, though not continuous. Also weighs considerably more and costs a bit more. Plus the range is not continuous, discreet steps.

pedro · Aug 11, 2015

It might seem inpatient, however. How many hints do we have, that this tech could be implemented in new boies like the 5Dx/IV or whatever and the 1DXII? They didn't do it in the 5DS/SR...so what ya think?

Sabaki · Aug 11, 2015

Hey everybody

So I've been longing to explore landscape photography with a full frame camera and EF lens. I'm pretty much sold on a 16-35 f/4.0 with a 6Dii but I'm guessing with a similar financial outlay, I could buy a 11-24 and original 6D.

If you were the guy (or gal) behind the sales counter, which combination would you advice a first time full frame buyer to go for?

As mentioned, I'm pretty much sold on the 16-35/6Dii combo but those extra millimeters from 11-15mm on the 11-24 are so damn tempting.
I do own a 24-70mkii

Any advice would be appreciated guys

Canon Rumors · Aug 11, 2015

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When Canon updated the EF 400mm f/4 DO IS with a verison II, most felt that was a good sign they were still developing DO technology and lenses and we could see more added to the EF lineup.</p>
<p>An update to the EF 800mm f/5.6L IS has been mentioned ever since the new EF 600mm f/4L IS II was announced back in 2011, though nothing has come to market as of yet. Such a lens is a low volume proposition, and there are a lot of other areas Canon can make money on lenses.</p>
<p>I’ve seen talk on forums recently about an 800 DO and whether or not folks would buy one, and at what cost.</p>
<p>We’re told after a lengthy conversation that Canon is indeed continuing to develop DO super telephoto lenses and that 800mm is one of the optical designs. We’ve seen <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2012/07/patents-ef-600-f5-6-do-800-f5-6-do/" target="_blank">patents in the past showing an optical design for an 800mm f/5.6 DO IS</a>.</p>
<p>I got the feeling that any replacement of the 800mm f/5.6L IS would be DO. What would it cost? I’d say somewhere between $15,000-$20,000USD.</p>
<p>Nothing is imminent, but it was a good conversation.</p>

Dylan777 · Aug 11, 2015

Share your like and dislike features from A7r II

Dislike:
1. shutter and aperture dial feel cheap and small. Hard to turn
2. EVF not as good as A7s - especially shooting in low light. Has smearing look.
3. Don't see much benefits with back-illuminated Exmor R full-frame CMOS sensor with high ISO yet. Cut off line seems to be at 5000ISO.

These are early observations....

Like:
1. IS works good on my FE55mm. Was be able to shoot 1/5 without tripod

At this moment, I'm still favor my a7s...

CanonGrunt · Aug 10, 2015

Hi, I was looking at getting the 1D C as an upgrade from my 5D MK III as I heard it was better than the Black Magic Cinema Camera, but I came across their new Black Magic EF mount URSA 4.6K camera that is running for roughly the same price as the 1DC. It seems pretty awesome, but I don't know a lot about Black Magic's cameras. What are everyone's thoughts? Positives? Negatives? Off the top the ability to upgrade the sensor and mount in the future seems nice, and the C-Fast duel card set up is rather appealing. Plus lots of connection capabilities. Thoughts?

Any other cameras I should be looking at in this price range? It seems quite appealing to me. Also, to note, we would mostly be using this for independent film production / narrative dramas. The link to the camera is below.

https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/blackmagicursa

Thank you so much.

Canon Rumors · Aug 10, 2015

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I won’t be able to attend the Canon EXPO in New York City as I’ll be away on the Emerald Isle, but you can. Canon USA has opened registration for the technology demonstration show taking place in New York City September 10-11, 2015 at the Javits Convention Center.</p>
<p>Registration is limited to the first 100 registrants, so act quickly. <span class="s1">Use access code <strong><em>TWG15CGT</em></strong> to register.</span></p>
<blockquote><p>Canon is bringing together our most powerful products, most cutting-edge innovations and most inspirational ideas for one incredible exhibition. It’s a showcase of the ways we strive to improve the lives of all who interact with our brand. From homes to universities, businesses to hospitals, and stadiums to movie sets Canon EXPO 2015 New York is your rare chance to see impossible for yourself.</p></blockquote>
<p><strong><a href="https://expo.usa.canon.com/?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=social&utm_term=expo&utm_content=registration&utm_campaign=TW%20imaging&accept=true" target="_blank">Register for Canon EXPO 2015</a></strong></p>

pedro · Aug 10, 2015

Hi,

Just a few thoughts:

According to the timeline over at NL, is there a slight chance to see an 5DIV announcement by March 2016? As this would relate to the 5DII's cycle up to the 5D3. Having my 5DIII (purchased 08/27/2012) recently been stolen (Aug 6) due to an assault from behind while walking in the streets with a group, I hope, my insurance will pretty much cover the loss. Lost a 16-35 F/2.8 USM II lens along with it as well.

So it would be great to make the purchase sometime later next year. Maybe even the Sigma 12-24 F/2.8 will be announced and shipping by then.

Wishing you a good summer (or what remains of it), and enjoy your Mark III's in case you shoot one. It was a terrific cam and would have been fine for years...sigh.

Regards, Peter

Tinky · Aug 10, 2015

I do video for a living, amongst the many cameras I have used and presently use, from 2/3 type ENG to 1/3 type camcorder to DSLR I very very VERY ocassionally grab a quick pick up or cutaway shot on my Powershot SX230, primarily because in some occassions I see something that would be useful, and it happens to be the only camera I have on me (it lives in my glovebox)

In good light, and with a frame rate flash in Cinema Tools it actually cuts in very well with DSLR footage for GV type shots. The 400mm+ equivalent zoom is useful as is IS.

Downsides are that there is no manual control.

Do any of Canons other powershots offer any form of manual control in video, main problem is auto exposure ramping, sometimes WB is off, and occasionally too high an ISO kicks in...

It's not to replace a dedicated DSLR or video camera, its really something compact, big zoom with just a little control over video. CDHK can't help... any thoughts?

MartynV · Aug 10, 2015

Hi,

I wonder if anyone has replaced their 24-70 f/4L with a 24-70 f/2.8L II? If so, was it worthwhile taking into account the loss of the 0.7x macro mode and IS in exchange for a wider maximum aperture and (possibly) improved sharpness throughout the focal range?

For general use, say travelling, product photography or in the studio, does the new 24-70 f/2.8L have a major advantage over the f/4 version in respect of overall image quality?

I like my 24-70 f/4L but the background separation of the f/2.8 II looks good and the f/4's slight RSA problem at 70mm is a concern as I photograph plants.

Thanks in advance,

Martyn

adventureous · Aug 10, 2015

Going from speed lights to D!'s and I have read the flex tt5 can give HyperSync which is not as good as high speed sync but similar. Wondering if anyone has experience using it outside and what you think of the results.

CanonGrunt · Aug 9, 2015

Hi,

I'm looking into getting the 1D C for 4K Shooting in the next 6 months or so. Has anyone heard anything about its replacement? The C- 300 series is double the price, so out of my budget. Just trying to gauge wether it is a good time to pick up the 1D C or not. I heard rumor that they might not update that camera at all, that or just combine the two 1D lines again.

Thanks!

wockawocka · Aug 9, 2015

Hi guys, I'm just dropping in to say I shot a wedding yesterday and my second had a Sony A7rii.

Firstly that silent shutter is SEXY - But, the Noise levels are roughly the same until ISO3200 and then the 5DSr takes the lead. The A7rii is about a stop worse above ISO3200 than the 5DSr.

Further, correctly exposed images appear to be more pleasing from the 5Dsr. Nothing wrong with the A7 files they just appear warmer and a little less defined. Good files though.

At some point I'll do a full vs, but we were looking at real world use more than gravel pits that were 5 stops under exposed.

Canon Rumors · Aug 8, 2015

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We’re not getting the feeling that an announcement for the EOS-1D X Mark II is imminent, details for the new DSLR are still very scarce.</p>
<p>We are told that the frame rate is going to be 14fps in full RAW mode. That frame rate with the rumored brand new 24mp sensor will be quite the accomplishment.</p>
<p>We’re also hearing that the LCD on the camera will get an “upgrade” over the current EOS-1D X, though nothing specific was shared with us.</p>

pj1974 · Aug 7, 2015

Hello CR Friends

Here are some photos that I have taken in recent weeks with my 50mm STM. That is, these images were taken in challenging lighting, using quite bright apertures. Aperture between f/2.2 and f/2.8. After all – who buys a bright normal prime to exclusively take photos stopped down…….? Anyone? ???

As I have written here on CR in another post – I obtained my 50mm STM here in Adelaide, Australia - at a great price a few months ago. I was the first person to buy this lens from that bricks-and-mortar camera shop – this being the largest specialist photography store here. I have bought quite a few items from them over the years, and the salesman gave me a good deal for that reason. In my previous post about the 50mm STM, I listed the pros I really like about this lens: great image capability from f/2.5 onwards, AF being fast, silent, accurate and consistent, appreciated decent close MFD, build quality good, smoother bokeh, etc.

Over a number of years, I owned two copies of the 50mm f/1.8 II. The first copy had a front focus issue – and I found the AF be plagued with inconsistency and inaccuracy issues. I exchanged that lens for another (back when I lived in Europe). The second did not have the same front focus issue, but AF was still inconsistent and inaccurate – on both my 350D and 7D. So I sold that lens some years back.

Anyway, on to the photos. The photos I am sharing here are ones that I think turned out ‘all right’. I was asked to take photos at my sister-in-law’s 40th birthday the other weekend… it was in a very low light environment (indoors, on a cloudy winter day). I also am including a few photos of my step-children at home and outside, that I took a few weeks earlier (those photos are some of the first images I took with this lens).

So one thing I am happy about is that I believe these are decent photos that are there to relive / share happy memories. Additionally, what also makes me smile is that I would have been unable to obtain these images with the 50mm f/1.8 II lens on either of my Canon DSLRs with any great predictability. The reason is that, like many others, I found the 50mm f/1.8 II’s AF to be inaccurate and inconsistent. Ok… so I would occasionally get a stunning photo at apertures between f/1.8 and f/3.5 – but it often involved an element of ‘luck’- i.e. that the lens actually decided to ‘get it right’ – rather than I used other prime lenses in AF mode – e.g. the Canon 100mm macro f/2.8 USM and the Canon 85mm f/1.8 – and both these lenses had both more consistent and more accurate AF than the 50mm f/1.8 II.

However since my purchase of the STM version shooting with a 50mm prime has been a much more pleasant, fun and enjoyable experience.

I am really happy with the 50mm f/1.8 STM’s AF – it is quicker (and much quieter) – but most importantly even in low light or with low contrast situations – it does a much better job of AF. I applaud Canon for making this very affordable 50mm which can gives great images from f/2.5 onwards. I really like the 50mm FoV on my APS-C cameras, being similar to a 80mm focal length on a 35mm format camera body.

Has anyone else had the same experience with the recently released 50mm STM? That is - finding the improved usability of the 50mm STM (particularly in terms of AF ability over the 50mm f1.8 II) – to now open up new realms of fun and possibilities? Please share your thoughts, experiences, feedback – and any reflections on what I have written here.

Please feel free to post / share / upload your photos to this thread… I would also be very interested to hear other user experiences from those who have owned the 50mm f/1.4 “USM” (which is not true ring type USM… with its AF known to break!) I look forward to Canon potentially producing another 50mm prime (e.g. potentially a non-L, 50mm f/1.4 - f/2 USM lens - possibly with IS... now THAT would be great!) 8) But that's another story and shall be told another time!

Looking forward to reading the responses! Thanks in advance.

Paul

Ryan_ · Aug 7, 2015

Hi all,

Was wondering if its at all a good idea to use reflectors on a stand outside, specifically at a beach where there will likely be a a bit of sea breeze. In theory it doesn't make sense to me; the wind will catch it and it will fall down, but I'm not positive.

The reason I ask is because I don't own a reflector or stand at the moment, otherwise I'd just go try it out. But I have a small shoot for a local mag coming up and would like to have the option of reflecting light if need be. I plan on hopefully not needing any sort of flashes/light modifiers because I'll be shooting this solo, and I have an idea of the type of look in the image I will be going for which I do without extra lighting. But regardless, I'd like the option if I need it, and maybe want it for future shoots anyways.

Any input is appreciated,
Thanks

strikerwy · Aug 7, 2015

Hi all,

I've been using my 7DMkII with a Sigma 300-800 lens, sometimes with a matching Sigma 1.4x converter. Regardless of whether the converter is in use, when shooting bursts, I'm encountering frustrating levels of exposure inconsistency. The following images are untouched and unmanipulated, straight out of the camera, opened in Lightroom, and exported as jpegs. They were all part of a series or burst of images and feature the exact same exif data. The camera says the exposure is the same, Lightroom says the exposure is the same, yet it is obviously NOT. This is happening to about every 3rd image in a burst. Any thoughts? Is there a setting I'm missing that needs to be tweaked?

Some of these images are poor quality, but they represent the exposure issue quite well.

A few other details: Shot in AV mode, servo autofocus

I'm all ears for any thoughts on what might be done to remedy this issue.

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