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gregorywood · Mar 11, 2015

So I'm on spring break with my daughter hanging our at home this week. I've been shooting a little and working with photos in Lightroom. I gazed upon my acquisition of many lenses over the last couple of years that started with a few low-grade non-L quality lens and slowly grew one at a time until I have what I have now (it's in my signature). I took a cursory glance at all the glass I've bought, tried and sold over the last 4 years since I got immersed in this new "hobby" and the list is long (http://thephotographerslens.com/gear/). What I'm thinking is...maybe it's time to sell off and simplify. Let me preface this whole thing to say that I recognize that in the grand scheme of things, I'm still a relative newbie here and appreciate the thought processes and wisdom of the collective here on this forum. To frame what I do: I shoot mostly sports (soccer) and some motorsports (auto racing)...a bit of portraiture and a fair bit of landscape and cityscape.

So here's what I'm thinking and I'd appreciate any advice or wisdom on whether or not it is sound:

I'm thinking of getting down to the holy trinity of zoom lenses at the expense of most all my primes I've worked to acquire over the last year. I would seek to buy the 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II, the 24-70mm f/2.8 II and EITHER the 16-35mm f/2.8L or the 16-35 f/4L IS.

I would give up (sell) the following in pursuit of the above: 70-200mm f/4L IS, 70-300mm f/4-5.6L, 17-40mm f/4L, 24-105mm f/4 IS, 35mm f/2 IS, 100mm f/2.8L IS, 50mm f/1.4

My rationale is that I think I'd be more effective with few lenses rather than more. Also the quality of these zooms is highly regarded. I've subscribed to the notion (and it's only a notion) that one can zoom with their feet, but when I pack a bunch of zooms in my bag, it requires too much fore thought and effort and have the assurance that one can "get the shot" when it materializes. I am often frustrated with fumbling around with my bag and other lenses trying to swap. I absolutely do love the simplicity of shooting prime, the low-weight and my perception that the quality is better.

Apologies for the large quantity of words here. I just have to believe that others have been through this endeavor and I don't want to overlook some sound logic as to why I may be chasing something that lands me in the land of buyers (and sellers) remorse.

Many thanks in advance for those who take the time to digest this and respond.

Greg

adventureous · Mar 11, 2015

When I shoot brackets in raw AV mode -4-2 0 0+2+4 and look at the photo's in lightroom, there is a noticeable difference between the 0 0 colors, with the second 0 being the accurate color. Is this common for 5dII and if so, does the 5DIII do the same thing?

KrisK · Mar 11, 2015

Canon's marketing video for the new T6s/760D:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyfxNfAVSj0

Thoughts? The colors aren't what I'm used to seeing from Canon, and focus bounces around a bit.

For comparison, here's the similarly food-themed promo for the 70D:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozUg9t6TcQI

surapon · Mar 11, 2015

Dear Friends and All of my great teachers.
I read The Interview " http://www.dpreview.com/articles/5301008561/cp-2015-canon-interview-every-day-im-saying-speed-up "

And Do not understand that " Because the pixel pitch is so similar we’d expect the 5DS and 5DS R to give similar pixel-level image quality as the EOS 7D Mark II, and therefore even better image quality at common viewing sizes. So why is the maximum ISO limit so low?"

The Question is How can 50 MP Quality of Picture of Full Frame sensor of 5DS & R = 20.5 MP. Quality Picture of small sensor of 7D MK II ?
Do I read any wrong in that Interview ?
Thank you, Sir/ Madame.
Surapon

YuengLinger · Mar 11, 2015

Filter-thread size seems to have increased on a few Canon lenses over the years. I'd appreciate if members with enough understanding of lens design could explain why there is such a variety of sizes.

A little speculation on the filter-thread size of the rumored 50mm 1.2L II would be fun too!

Jemlnlx · Mar 11, 2015

Recently got a Canon 16-35mm f/4 Lens which I love. The only issue is that it seems a lot harder to clean when using a microfober cloth as opposed to my other lenses. I have a 24-70mm I, 70-200 f4 and 300mm f4 (UB Code) which all clean easily. When cleaning the 16-35, it seems like the dust sticks to the glass more. Do they use a different coating on that lens? Not a big issue as I can usually clean after a few extra minutes with combination rocket blower + cloth, its just new to me.

Also, any recommendation on cloths/cleaners would be great.

Any and all feedback is appreciated.

Thanks
Jason

Canon Rumors · Mar 11, 2015

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Bryan at The-Digital-Picture has completed his thorough review of the brand new Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L.  There is a lot of reading and information in this review, so it’s definitely worth the read if you’re on the fence about ordering this lens.</p>
<p>From the review:</p>
<blockquote><p>“…Three kinds of special lens coatings have been used on the 11-24: Subwavelength Coating (SWC), Air Sphere Coating (ASC) and Fluorine. Reducing flare and ghosting is the primary goal of these coatings and increasing contrast is the end result.”</p>
<p>“…If you can ease the wide end focal length requirement, the Sigma 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 DG II HSM Lens is available for 1/3 of the price. The Canon to delivers significantly better image quality even at f/11 and has max apertures up to 1 stop wider.”</p>
<p>“…I’ve had the Canon 8-15mm Fisheye in my kit since it was introduced and really like it, but I didn’t find myself pulling it out very often. The distorted look was the primary reason for that lack of use. So, while it is a great lens, I traded that one in toward the 11-24. I preordered the 11-24 within minutes of the announcement and it is now a permanent part of my kit. No regrets – I love this lens.”</p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-EF-11-24mm-f-4L-USM-Lens.aspx" target="_blank">Read the full review</a> | 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></p>
<p><em>image credit // the-digital-picture.com</em></p>

simonbratt99 · Mar 11, 2015

Hi
Got the new canon 100-400 mk2 lens.
So far not that impressed with the IQ at 400 (f8)

Im using all known bet practises (ie, mirror lockup, no IS, sturdy tripod, remote release etc)

What the best practical way to test it?

thanks

Canon Rumors · Mar 11, 2015

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We’ve <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2015/02/whats-next-from-canon-nab-and-beyond/" target="_blank">reported a couple of times over the last few months</a> that Canon will likely announce a GH4 competitor at NAB next month in Las Vegas. We haven’t been able to find out what sort of lens mount the camera would have, but that it would be an interchangeable lens camera that is capable of shooting 4K video.</p>
<p>EOSHD noticed a mention of such a product that we overlooked in yesterdays <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2015/03/interview-masaya-maeda-of-canon-japan/" target="_blank">posted interview with Masaya Maeda</a>.</p>
<blockquote><p><strong>How are you addressing the demand for compact, 4K-capable cameras like Sony’s a7S and Panasonic’s GH4?</strong></p>
<p>Naturally I can’t give you details of our future plans but we are fully aware that such requirements exist in the market. We’re currently in the process of investigating, mainly to satisfy the needs of news media, and we have every intention of addressing this need in future products.</p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://www.eoshd.com/2015/03/canon-exploring-4k-gh4-competitor/" target="_blank">Read the full story at EOSHD</a></p>
<p>You can see our previous rumors about a GH4 competitor from Canon <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2015/02/whats-next-from-canon-nab-and-beyond/" target="_blank">here</a> & <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2014/12/canon-to-target-the-gh4-with-new-dslr-type-cr2/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>

skoobey · Mar 10, 2015

Has anyone else noticed this? I don't think it has anything to do with the sensor detail, but rather the way images are processed in the camera itself.

I've been working on lots of different images lately, and I can tell for sure that for example D800 vs 5dIII, and it has nothing to do with resolution, the images from Nikon are "prettier:.

As a result, I have to make more conversions for Nikon, simply because detail get's lost in all that out of camera contrast. But, then once converted, there is much less work to be done in post production because files are already "more finished".

Have you noticed this?

GoodVendettaPhotography · Mar 10, 2015

Hello! I am fortunate enough to be able to quit my job next summer and travel for a year or two so I was wondering if I could get your opinions on some of the best camera bags, with hopefully additional space for a change of clothes and a laptop.

Any advice?

Also, I was hoping to somehow plant/hide some kind of GPS in my bag because, well, I don't mean to sound pessimistic, but I won't be surprised if I'm eventually mugged

Thanks!

fair tomorrow · Mar 10, 2015

I'm looking for a budget video setup for my 60D... has anyone try flying with the 24mm 2.8. eventually i want to get a tokina 11-16 in thr future. also I am curious if I should get a fly cam nano or fly cam jr? What are the differences.

JumboShrimp · Mar 10, 2015

Years ago in the film days, I was under the impression that a "macro" lens was synonymous with a "flat field" lens, which was of key importance when photographing art work and other flat objects. (EBay has several film-era Vivitar Flat Field 90-180 Macro Zooms, for instance.)

When I looked at the Canon web page describing macro lenses, the phrase "flat field" was not used. It led me to wonder if modern-day macro lenses are not flat field and if that characteristic was no longer a concern or design objective. With the advent of quality scanners, perhaps flat field lenses are just no longer needed.

So, for the stupid question of the day, do we still have (or even want) flat field lenses?

xps · Mar 10, 2015

http://www.dpreview.com/articles/5301008561/cp-2015-canon-interview-every-day-im-saying-speed-up

Interesting answers

Canon Rumors · Mar 10, 2015

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<p>A redesign of the EF 50mm f/1.2L is under way we’re told. The new design will include a floating element like the EF 85 f/1.2L II and get rid of the focus shift problem that many experience with the current version of the lens. The aim is also to make the lens lighter and speed up autofocus performance as well. You could also expect the latest and greatest lens coatings.</p>
<p>We’re told this lens will come after Canon’s next prime L, which is looking like a 35mm f/1.4 replacement. So we may not see this until very late in 2015 or next year.</p>
<p><em>image credit //  the-digital-picture</em></p>

mukul · Mar 10, 2015

Can anyone highlight if Sigma-EF-500-DG-ST will work on EOS 600D?

Its ~ $70 in used but working. Does it worth?

Thanks

-Gamer- · Mar 10, 2015

Hello, I just got a Pixma Pro 10 yesterday and after several hours figuring stuff out (downloading the right software, etc) as my cd/dvd drive is not working. I finally was able to print a test print.

My issue is that after I made a print, on one side of the print the border is cut off, there's like only a hair's width of a border on the left side its like someone cut off the border on the one side with a pair of scissors

I'm printing in Landscape orientation if that helps. So only three sides have the white border. I used Canon's Print Studio Pro as well as printing from Lightroom. Printing from Lightroom left a tiny bit more border on the left side but far from matching the opposite border.

Any help appreciated

Neutral · Mar 10, 2015

Canon EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM was always one of my favorite lens used on Canon 1Dx.
It was always perfectly focusing even wide open at F1.2 and providing very nice rendering.

Last year I started using A7S for low light shooting (as walk around camera) instead of 1DX and I was never disappointed as A7S was always providing better high ISO image quality at low light conditions compared to Canon 1Dx and also A7S is much more convenient as walk around camera.

Few days back decided to test EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM on Sony a7S and see what would be result of that combo, especially using EF 85 wide open at very low light conditions.
First of all EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM focusing well with Metabone adaptor , though not very fast – for autofocus speed this combo definitely cannot compete with this lens on 1DX.
On the other hand, manual focus using this lens on A7 cameras is extremely easy and always precise (perfect) due to focus peaking feature on A7. As result, using Canon lens in manual focus is much more convenient and much easier than on any Canon camera. Especially easy and precise when using EF85 due to very shallow DOF at F1.2.
Below are some test results for those who might be interested
First two photos are done at extremely low light condition , the rest at normal light.
Metadata are preserved in the attached images

mackguyver · Mar 10, 2015

I found a cool new Canon site that is a portal to all of their worldwide lens sites:
http://www.canon.com/the-eyes-of-eos/index.html

TWI by Dustin Abbott · Mar 10, 2015

Hi everyone. The new Rokinon 50mm f/1.4 AS IF UMC lens is a throwback. Manual everything, but also some the great drawing and IQ that I associate with some of my favorite vintage primes. I threw it up against four of my favorite 50ish primes from yesteryear: SMC Takumar 50mm f/1.4, SMC Takumar 55mm f/1.8, Helios 44-2 (58mm f/2), and Zeiss Planar T* 1.7/50mm. I've included small reviews of each of the vintage primes, too, along with galleries from each lens. I think you'll enjoy it - take a look!

http://bit.ly/196TTDg

euntungn · Mar 10, 2015

How About if 4 or 2 adjacent pixel sensor will process different exposure in one shot to produce 4 or 2 images with different stops. (ex: 4 diff : –4 -2 0 +2 or -4 0 +4 +8 / 2 diff -4 0 or 0 +8)
The Result stored in New SDR-RAW Image that contain 4 or 2 images in one file
Later on chip camera or Pc/Mac software can process this images layer for final jpg result.
Canon has 50Mp, it will be 50/4 = 12.5Mp or 50/2 = 25Mp Super Dynamic Range
This is just a thought in my head ... ;D ;D

sagittariansrock · Mar 10, 2015

Hi all
I was wondering if anyone with relevant experience/gear can answer the following questions and help me out.
The key question is, does the the 600EX-RT function as a radio master at all if it is not physically on the camera hot shoe? If yes, then what happens in the following situations:
Situation 1: I have a MiniTT1 on camera, and 600EX-RT on the shoe- the MiniTT1 using standard triggering to trip a non-Canon flash (Godox, FYI) on the the FlexTT5 hotshoe. In this situation, can the 600EX-RT act as a radio master and trip and control other 600EX-RTs?
Situation 2: I have a MiniTT1 on camera, and the OC-E3 is on the the MiniTT1 hotshoe. Can I connect a 600EX-RT to the other end of the cord and have it function as a radio master?
Situation 3: I have a MiniTT1 on camera, and 600EX-RT is on the FlexTT5 (no non-Canon flash in the system, FYI). Can the off camera 600EX-RT act as a radio master?
Situation 4: I have a OC-E3 cord on camera, and 600EX-RT is on the other end of the cord. Can the off camera 600EX-RT act as a radio master?

I am planning to go either the MiniTT1/FlexTT5 way if at least some of the above options are possible, to combine my Godox AD360 with the 3 Speedlites. If not, I plan to go the YN-E3-RX route. That is cheaper, but less reliable and I still haven't heard a single review of the YN receiver with non-Canon lights.
Thanks so much in advance!

bgateb · Mar 10, 2015

I received my 11-24L last week and did what was SUPPOSED to be a quick writeup (ended up taking longer than I anticipated -- I even drafted up a few points before I received my lens) of my new toy on my site here:

http://www.bgateb.com/2015/03/canon-ef-11-24-f4l-usm-lens-review/

There are a few (okay, maybe more than a few) things I did wrong, but I plan on revisiting these issues in a future post.

Hjalmarg1 · Mar 10, 2015

Their comments favour a little over the Canon and Nikkor counterparts, except for coma. But Sigma's lens is about a half price. Enjoy the reading.

http://www.lenstip.com/2122-news-Sigma_A_24_mm_f_1.4_DG_HSM_-_lens_review.html

DJD · Mar 10, 2015

All 7D Mk II Owners,

I've got a new 7D Mk II and I've found an exposure shift between One Shot and AI Focus modes.
Here is an example of what I am seeing:
Camera is set to AV Mode, F4.0, ISO 800. I'm shooting the same consistently illuminated scene.
Shooting in One Shot mode the shutter speed is 1/400.
Shooting in AI Focus mode the shutter speed is 1/250.

It's almost a full stop difference. Has anyone else seen this behavior?

Thanks,
DJD

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