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backcountrygirl · Jan 31, 2016

There's been lots of chatter about Fotodiox developing a 186mm filter for the Canon 11-24mm lens. I ran across a filter system from Lucroit that's already out there!
Out there, but not in the US as of now as far as adapter number 233 is concerned.
I have screen shots of the vignette issues of this filter system. There is vignetting with 11, and 12mm, but it's clear on 13mm. What I've been told is that vignetting disappears on 11, and 12mm when using the LR vignette selection.
Would the Fotodiox or, Lucroit system be better than the Lee filter system?
Does anyone have any thoughts?

I have contacted B & H to see if they're willing to bring in the new adapter for the 11-24mm lens.
I've also contacted Adorama. Once I hear from them I'll post their answer onto this post.

monkey44 · Jan 31, 2016

I print a lot of proofs at home on a Pro-100 ... I notice some ink levels drop or empty faster than others. In particular the Lt Gray, and maybe the Gray tanks indicate empty much quicker than others.

In fact, the other day I installed new ink tanks and printed only four photos and the Lt Gray was empty. I contacted Adorama and it sent a replacement ... but it still empties quicker.

For any that have this setup, is it normal to have these two tanks empty so quickly under normal printing conditions? I'm wondering if one of the print settings might account for this ... although I don't see any way to control it anywhere.

I bought extra Gray and Black to counter this, but it makes little sense to continuously buy extra. Seems Canon would address this with two Lt Gray tanks in the ink bank if it is common in color printing.

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kyle86 · Jan 30, 2016

Hi All

If the current rumours are correct the body will be the same size just 4mm taller on the top - im just wondering would the 1DX II still fit in current underwater housing or would it require a new mould? Im asking as I want to upgrade to 1DX II but there are some great second hand deals on underwater housing for 1DX now and wonder if they will fit it. Im looking at Aquatech so if anyone owns one and has a chance to see how much internal space there would be I would greatly appreciate it

cheers

jcarapet · Jan 30, 2016

Looking at picking up a second flash potentially. I have a Mitros+ with Odin Transmitter already that works perfectly for semi-pro needs, but have a wedding shoot coming up so want additional lighting.

Options include
- get second mitros+ for $250. They are on amazon right now and a steal at that price.
- Get pro system 600 ex-rt with odin receiver. Better build, better zoom range, more powerful, but almost $300 more.

If only the 600 ex-rt worked out of the box with odin transmitter... Then it would be a no brainer.

Pitbullo · Jan 30, 2016

What are your wishes for AF from Canon in the future? I am thinking of mainly lower end cameras, 80D, 6D mark II etc., those cameras without a million AF points. My dSLR has 9 AF points, one x-type. Not revolutionary! The non-cross type points are not very good, and I want them to be x-type and be better placed in the viewfinder, bigger spread, not necessary more point. If the camera cant track, then there is no need to keep the AF-points crammed together. Also, better accuracy with large aperture lenses. My wife got a mirrorless which is way way more accurate than my dSLR. And last but not least, Eye-AF. Probably a LiveView only (or mirrorless), but I want this feature non the less. Awesome to have automatic focus on nearest eye with my beloved Sigma 35mm ART.

What is your wishes for AF?

expatinasia · Jan 29, 2016

More and more clients are asking for 360 degrees videos they can put on Google Earth etc.

What experience do you have with this, what are you using and do you have any recommendations please?

Thanks.

davechng · Jan 29, 2016

I had the oppurtunity to photograph for Red flag 15-3 ........ anyway! Planning to be attending the next Red flag Ex .....

Here are some of the goodies we caught ! More pic and details here

http://airwingspotter.com/red-flag-15-3/

This one is a special report for the 389thFS in Red flag 15-3
http://airwingspotter.com/mountain-home-strike-eagle-389th-fs-part-1/

DAveC
www.airwingspotter.com

davechng · Jan 29, 2016

Here is my interpretation of B&W

DaveC

Travelintrevor · Jan 29, 2016

"Yu Wei chanced upon a set of ladders while on a photowalk with his friends in Chinatown, and thought the view above would make an interesting perspective. Little did he expect to catch the NEW CANON 1DX MK II in mid air. We’ll try looking up too"

To get this joke, read more here:
https://www.facebook.com/nikonsingapore/photos/a.168788309841996.46849.164385193615641/945585702162249/

or here if Nikon removes the post:
http://petapixel.com/2016/01/29/nikon-awards-prize-to-badly-shopped-photo-hilarity-ensues/

1982chris911 · Jan 29, 2016

http://petapixel.com/2016/01/29/nikon-awards-prize-to-badly-shopped-photo-hilarity-ensues/

;D I wonder if the borders would NOT have been visible if the basic picture had less DR ...

ahsanford · Jan 29, 2016

Just curious, as the 1DX II spec list doesn't exactly scream 'new hotness' nearly so much 'steady progress', what are you most excited about with this new rig?

Full spread of AF points available with 2x teleconvertered f/4 lenses or 1.4x teleconvertered f/5.6 lenses?
The +2 MP?
The +2 fps?
The potential of more DR?
Better performance in low light? (Spec limits be damned, we won't know until we shoot it)
Red servo AF indicators?
Movie AF, 4K, touchscreen for video, etc?

I'm just curious for those who are already preparing to pre-order -- what sealed the deal for you?

- A

davechng · Jan 29, 2016

KNFW (NAS Ft worth) JRB houses one of reserve F-16 units in USAF inventory .... name the 301st FW, 457th FS or the " Spads"
They fly the earlier block F-16C and D models!

One unique day where we caught them coming in and the runway taxiway C and D is on repair ! all the jets had to stop right at the runway and do a 180 on the runway and that created the unique photo oppurtunity of these magnificent jet.

Go Spads!

More detail report and pix click below:
http://airwingspotter.com/knfw-12-17-2015/

DaveC
www.airwingspotter.com

davechng · Jan 29, 2016

We have another spectacular Fri here in KNFW ( JRB Ft worth)....... greeted with lots of F35 , F16 , F18 and some heavies visitors from Oklahoma.

Full detail report and more pictures please click below:
http://airwingspotter.com/1-15-spotting-in-nas-ft-worth-jrb/

Enjoy!

DaveC
www.airwingspotter.com

daniela · Jan 29, 2016

Hi!

We bought an Canon 100-400 version II and I have an question of the loudness of the IS:
Wenn I start the autofocus, the IS makes an strange and loud sound when it begins to work, also when it stops. The sound is like when you close the aperture of your lens if you want to check the sharpness when you shoot macro. The sound is 3 to 4 times louder. Is this normal?
The IS works. It is just this loud sound.
My husband is on studies in Asia, so I can not ask him.

Thank you
Daniela

bitm2007 · Jan 29, 2016

Hi Guy's

Treated myself to a new sets of Lee Hard Neutral Graduated Filters, they arrived safely and were nicely packed in box, triple filter pouch and tissue paper, but were covered in dust. This is the second time I've had this, and it isn't a major problem, but it would be nice to have a pristine set of filters when new. I'm sure the filters I purchased back in the naughties were spotless, is dust to be expected when purchasing Lee products these days ?

xps · Jan 29, 2016

Nikon will raise its prices for many of their gear.
See: http://www.nikon-image.com/products/info/2016/0128.html

Will Canon follow?

Canon Rumors · Jan 28, 2016

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The following specifications have appeared on the <a href="http://www.dpreview.com/forums/post/57181324" target="_blank">DPReview forum</a> and via <a href="http://digicame-info.com/2016/01/eos-1d-mark-ii.html" target="_blank">Digicame-Info</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Specifications</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>20.2MP CMOS Sensor</li>
<li>Dynamic range improvement</li>
<li>Dual pixel CMOS AF</li>
<li>Dual DIGIC6 + processor</li>
<li>ISO100-51200 (extended with 409600)</li>
<li>Continuous shooting 14 frames / sec.</li>
<li>Live View mode at 16 frames / sec – high-speed continuous shooting new mirror drive system to allow the (at 16 frames / sec.)</li>
<li>Continuous shooting possible number is 170 frames in RAW -. In JPEG Unlimited</li>
<li>61-point AF system, which range is expanded. 41-point cross-type</li>
<li>AF is -3EV correspondence</li>
<li>With lighting AF point red (I hope this means solid red AF point in servo)</li>
<li>AI AF accuracy and motion tracking was improved Servo AF III + – 360000 dot metering sensor.</li>
<li>EOS iSA. EOS itr</li>
<li>Viewfinder magnification 0.76 times. 100% field of view</li>
<li>Videos 4K 60fps.</li>
<li>Full HD120fps.</li>
<li>4K video can be recorded with the internal CFast2.0 Media</li>
<li>Movie Servo AF – LCD monitor 3.2 inches, 1.62 million dot. Touch panel.</li>
<li>Camera digital lens Optimizer (DLO).</li>
<li>Lens aberration correction.</li>
<li>Diffraction correction</li>
<li>CFast2.0 and compact flash of dual card slot</li>
<li>GPS built-in – 2-axis electronic level</li>
<li>USB3.0 terminal, HDMI terminal</li>
<li>W-FI option (WFT-E8A)</li>
<li>Size of 158mm x 167.6mm x 82.6 mm</li>
<li>Weight 1340g</li>
</ul>
<p>I screwed up on the resolution in a translation looking back, we were told 20.2mp and I reported 22mp for the longest time. Our source was reliable, I’m the one that wasn’t and I’m quite annoyed by this and apologize.</p>

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Canon Rumors · Jan 28, 2016

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We’re told that the Canon EOS 80D will be announced in February for the CP+ show. The only specifications we were told is that it would have more AF points and improved AF performance.</p>
<p>We expect the 80D to be a relatively evolutionary update from the EOS 70D.</p>
<p><em>More to come…</em></p>
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Canon Rumors · Jan 28, 2016

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The following information comes from a very well known source, who has been correct about 80% of the time. The resolution information about the upcoming EOS-1D X Mark II contradicts what we were previously told.</p>
<p>Specifications (Italics are a direct quote):</p>
<ul>
<li>20.2mp sensor (We messed up and screwed up a translation and reported 22mp, instead of 20.2mp.)</li>
<li><em>“Some sort of a built in AA filter removal function. User can choose to have AA on or off, not too sure how that works.”</em></li>
<li>Improved dynamic range, but still won’t match the Sony sensors.</li>
<li><em>“Specifications may not be perceived as exciting as the Nikon D5.”</em></li>
</ul>
<p>Leaks for this camera have been extremely hard to come by.</p>
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hmatthes · Jan 28, 2016

Just a curious stills shooter jonesing for a 5D-IV body...
Not an engineer... seems to me that the image circle of the EF-s family are designed for APS-c sensors & some FF bodies can select "Cropped" mode, therefore selecting in middle of the sensor.
Since the physical mount is the same, meaning that the distance to the sensor is the same, and not seeing rear elements deeper than the mount (no mirror crash?) -- why not use a EF-s on a FF?

Jack Douglas · Jan 28, 2016

As I understand this, the only way I can avoid pre-flash that is scaring the dickens out of my little birds before they are captured, I need to use manual, M. I've previously tried to shut off pre-flash without success and believe it's necessary for ETTL to function, so I don't want to use ETTL.

The 2 flashes are being used for fill at reduced power and 20mm setting. They are out of reach once I'm set up. I'm using the 6D to control the master/slave via a hot shoe cable. The problem is that while I can configure the master for M and RT with the master as A (and slave as B), I can't make the slave operate in M, the mode button is inoperative.

My goal is simply to not have pre-flash and to remotely balance the two fill flashes from my camera. 6D set to M. Help please.

Jack

fosterscape · Jan 28, 2016

Hi,

I've got a Canon 7D that I've been using for a few years now and it's a great camera, but I would like to make the move to a full frame setup. Also the the 7D is experiencing intermittent problems, with "Error 30" (shutter sticking) appearing from time to time.

I do a lot of landscape photography, some action (kids/wildlife/birds). Now that the 6D has been around for awhile the used prices in my area are around the same as for the older 5D Mark II. But with either option I would also need to buy lenses as mine are EF-S.

For the price of a used 5DMII/6D + a lens, I could buy a new 7DMII and just use the lenses I already have (Canon EF-S 15-85mmm, 10-22mm). I would like to go full frame, but I've been getting along with aps-c so far even for my landscape photos, and the newer 7DMII is tempting.

Any thoughts on the best option?

bjd · Jan 28, 2016

Hi I wanted to open a thread to discuss this. I have a few issues with the AF performance of above equipment (as I also had when I got my 5D MK3 too), so please bear with me.
The 5D and Lens went to Canon to be calibrated and checked out and were found to be OK.

I have done AMFA calibartion of the above combination and at 100mm needed to go to -5, 400mm seemed to be correct.

I'll try to add a few separate posts showing the issues.
Cheers Brian

TWI by Dustin Abbott · Jan 28, 2016

Hello, everyone. Many of you saw my reviews here on CR of the new Canon 35mm f/1.4L II or the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG ART. In those reviews I did a comparison between several different contenders in a variety of areas, including autofocus. I noted in that comparison that I didn't feel that the copy of the Tamron 45 VC that I had was performing up to the spec of my review copy of that lens when it came to focus. I sent it to Tamron, who concurred and sent me a replacement copy (this is my own personal copy). I redid the test after doing a thorough AFMA, and this brief video has my findings along with a variety of fresh images from the lens:

http://bit.ly/23vKVHd

Canon Rumors · Jan 27, 2016

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The BCN Japan 2016 award winners have been announced in various segments of the digital imaging world. Canon continues to show strong sales in point & shoot and DSLR camera sales. The surprising finish for Canon in Japan is third place in mirrorless sales.</p>
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<p>Keep in mind Japan may not represent the rest of the world, especially when it comes to mirrorless. That is the one marketplace where mirrorless cameras have had the most acceptance.</p>
<p>We suspect point and shoot and DSLR sales would favour Canon on most of the planet.</p>
<p><em>Thanks Richard</em></p>
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