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l0pht · May 25, 2014

I've been debating on this for a couple months now since I don't really use them for more than taking pictures of my kids and some occasional outings with our friends. It is a pain to lug around with the battery grip and kids stuff and I don't feel like I'm really getting anymore good use of out if (although everytime I take a picture they come out AMAZING). Anyone have any recommendations on something new? I haven't been following the mirrorless cameras much but they seem to be the 'next big thing'. My only requirement is that the camera shoots in RAW as I love to edit photos and touch them up in Lightroom.

ewg963 · May 25, 2014

Hello I'm wondering if anyone has this problem with their 580 EXII flash. This happens quite a few times the unit will shut off and disconnects itself electronically from the camera but turns backs on (of course after I miss the shot). I tried turning both the camera and the flash on and off repeatedly to reconnect it nothing but then magically it reconnects later. Go figure!!! Tired of missing shots... It's happens on both of my bodies 5D Mark II & III when this flash is attached. Thanks

Laktibrada · May 24, 2014

so uuuuuhm... i got a decent bunch of extra money on side and been pondering an universal lens...
got a 5D III along with 70-200 4 IS, 50 1.2, and the zeiss 100 2 wannabe-macro
my first thought was the inexpensive 24-105, but since i lack anything wide-angle i read that the 24-70 4 IS performs a TON better at 24mm
secondly... i would prefer the luxury of IS over hauling a tripod with me... i probably have a special kind of epilepsy that kicks in only when i hit the trigger cause even with the 50mm at 1.2 on sunny days i manage to screw up photos... so IS is a must
thirdly and most importantly... all my lenses are 2nd hand and i would like to buy a general purpose lense which would be more or less my final addition

should i buy the relatively inexpensive 4 IS... or wait (god-knows-how long) for the (god-knows-how-expensive) 2.8 IS?

what would you do?
and no... tamron is nice but id rather stick to canon :

Canon Rumors · May 24, 2014

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<p>A new patent showing an optical formula for an EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 DO has made an appearance. The patent also shows what appears to be a new 70-300 f/4.5-5.6 DO optical formula. Canon appears to be continuing their investment in diffractive optics R&D, though we haven’t seen a new DO lens in quite some time. I don’t think we’ll see a new 100-400 with the technology, and with the current 70-300L being pretty small and light, I’m not sure we’d see a new 70-300 DO either. It’s good to see they continue to develop the lens concepts though, and hopefully we see some new ones in the coming years.</p>
<div id="attachment_16563" style="width: 447px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/2014_89385_fig01.png"><img class="size-full wp-image-16563" alt="EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 DO IS" src="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/2014_89385_fig01.png" width="437" height="429" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 DO</p></div>
<ul>
<li><span>Patent Publication No. 2014-89385</span>
<ul>
<li><span>Publication date 2014.5.15</span></li>
<li><span>Filing date 2012.10.31</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span>Example 1</span>
<ul>
<li><span>Zoom ratio 3.78</span></li>
<li><span>Focal length f = 103.00-200.00-388.94mm</span></li>
<li><span>Fno. 4.63-5.24-5.83</span></li>
<li><span>Half angle ω = 11.86-6.17-3.18 °</span></li>
<li><span>Image height Y = 21.64mm</span></li>
<li><span>228.82-273.58-303.10mm total length</span></li>
<li><span>BF 69.48-90.93-105.73mm</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><span>Example 6</span>
<ul>
<li><span>Zoom ratio 4.00</span></li>
<li><span>Focal length f = 72.50-135.00-289.99mm</span></li>
<li><span>Fno. 4.44-5.04-5.85</span></li>
<li><span>Half angle ω = 16.62-9.10-4.27 °</span></li>
<li><span>Image height Y = 21.64mm</span></li>
<li><span>143.91-177.69-203.15mm total length</span></li>
<li><span>BF 39.10-39.10-39.10mm</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Source: [<a href="http://egami.blog.so-net.ne.jp/2014-05-24" target="_blank">EG</a>] </strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>
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Duff · May 24, 2014

Any info on how the new 16-35 f/4 IS lens works in infrared? The 17-40 did an okay job (at least it doesn't have a hotspot), but the 16-35 f/2.8II was useless in IR.

Sabaki · May 23, 2014

Hey everybody

Can anybody who has experience with the Speedlite bracket give me some idea whether this is a worthwhile purchase and if it enhances one's portraiture?

I've read people like it but few say why.

Thanks folks

Ruined · May 23, 2014

Hi all,
Some are excited about the corner sharpness of the upcoming 16-35mm f/4L IS.

Just curious, if Canon were hypothetically able to improve corner sharpness on the 16-35 II f/2.8L by 25%, would you be willing to go for a bigger lens? If you recall, the 16-35 II increased filter size/lens diameter from 77mm to 82mm from the 16-35 I in exchange for improved corner sharpness. Is the 82mm filter size/lens diameter already too large or not? Of course, it is likely with increased lens diameter weight will increase as well. Thanks!

Harry Muff · May 23, 2014

What with all the Canon bashing ("they're taking too long, not giving us the megapixels we want, why aren't they upgrading the lenses I like?, I'm jumping ship to Niko/Fuji/Sony etc."), I had a thought...

If the unthinkable happened and you lost all your gear, but it was fully insured, leaving you with a nice fat cheque to go out and build a new system, which company and camera system would you invest in for your needs now that you aren't tied down by lenses and accessories?

Me? It would be a tough call. I love my 5D3 and my handful of lenses, but I'd have a long hard look at the D800e, maybe even the new 645z.

So would you use it as an opportunity to move over, or would it be a simple case of buying the same gear again?

Over to you chaps.

cayenne · May 23, 2014

Hello all,

I'm getting ready to bring in some 5D3 footage I shot for the first time, using the 30fps frame rate, this was to match other video cameras on the shoot, guessing they were shooting 30fps.

I'm about to bring it into Davinci Resolve Lite, and I learned in the past, especially with Resolve and FCPX roundtripping workflow…that the 5D3 does not in fact shoot 24fps, but it shoots 23.976fps, and Resolve is VERY sensitive to this….took me forever to figure that roundtripping problem out.

With 24fps from the 5D3, I make sure on Resolve and FCPX both that they work with and out put to 23.976 so that it works.

So, with that being said….on the 5D3, is 30fps == 30fps or is it something like 29.xxx fps in reality?

Thank you in advance,

cayenne

ahsanford · May 23, 2014

This very site posted this...
http://www.canonrumors.com/2014/05/fuji-canon-partnership-for-mirrorless-in-the-works-cr1/

...then took down the link from the main page and the forum link to discussion on it.

Did someone ask them to take it down? :

(I highly doubt it, but I thought I'd put it out there. Whoever conjured up this decidedly wild rumor to CR1 status is undoubtedly high-fiving him/herself right now.)

- A

guidoz · May 23, 2014

I just bought a Tamron 150-600 and for the pure sake of getting mad with mms I wanted to try it with a TC. I already own a Kenko pro 300 DGX 1.4, and I had seen on the web already somebody using this lens with this TC, but to my great disappointment I get "Err 01" message on my 5d Mark III when I try this combination.
It seems to only work in LV mode... which might be enough for some experiments anyway (usual boring stuff like the moon or whatever I feel like to try playing with many mms).

I'm quite sure I had seen somebody using the 3 things together before, so what can it be? any camera settings that might affect this? Any little trick to make it work? Unlucky "version" of one of the 3?

On the other hand... it works on my old 50D (without AF of course)... making it possible to shoot at an equivalent focal of 1344.. wow!

Greetings from Italy and... grazie!

bholliman · May 23, 2014

I recently purchased a speedlite bundle from Adorama and plan to sell one or two of the new 600EX-RT's. This will be the first time I've sold any new Canon equipment or even less than a year old.

Is the Canon warranty still valid for whoever buys the 600EX-RT's? If so, I assume I will need to send the buyer a copy of my invoice.

Thanks

DanThePhotoMan · May 23, 2014

I'm curious to think what the thoughts about the direction Canon will be taking in the next 2-4 years with the C100-500 line. Will there just be more firmware upgrades for the next few years or new bodies? What's Canon going to do, if anything, about the cheaper yet still very useable 4k cameras like the BMCC, Ursa, GH4, CION, etc?

IsaacImage · May 22, 2014

Hello dear friends

After 4 copies of Sigma I'm a bit disappointed.
It's a gorgeous piece of glass but needs adjustments.
All copies are front focusing from the beginning and needs +13 or +17 depends on bodies.
So I decided to return and wait a bit longer.
Really don't think new lens should be adjusted at all !!!
Especially when Canon's 50L hit every single time…. but it's much softer

Please share your experience with this lens.

duffer5 · May 22, 2014

Does anyone know if there is a known problem with shooting the 5D3 in LV? My camera body (purchased 12/12) started acting strange a couple of weeks ago. When in LV, the shutter fires, but the camera doesn't record an image. Additionally, the speed at which the shutter fires is not the speed for which the camera is set. When I attempt to press the shutter half-way for AF to kick in, the shutter fires instead of focusing. Video still works. I tried resetting the camera to the factory settings, but that didn't do anything.

Any thoughts? I would hate to send it in for repairs if it's something "easy" that I can handle.

Thanks for any suggestions.

Jglaser757 · May 22, 2014

I've waited a long time for Nikon to recapture the lead on Nikon and their 36 mp camera. And now I read that Nikon will introduce an upgrade to the 800e in June. Why am I not jumping ship? I do have a lot of canon glass and have been a local customer. I own the mk III and 6d and I love the images .BUTT, COME ON ALREADY cCanon. Get your stuff together!

clicstudio · May 22, 2014

Hi I shoot outside a lot, and since my Einstein Flashes can't sync over 1/320, I usually take my Canon 600EX Flash with me.
Unfortunately, even with the built in diffuser, the shadows are harsh. And with a Gary Fong Diffuser, which softens the shadows a lot, the flash loses output so it has to be set at a stronger level, therefore taking longer to recycle.
Another reason I like the on board flash is the High-speed sync, so I can shoot at F2.8 and not worry about shutter speed.
I want to know if there is a filter that will help me keep sync speeds under 1/320 and still shoot at F2.8 on bright sun light.
Basically, sunglasses for my Canon 24-70 II

Thanx for your help.

Pat

dstppy · May 22, 2014

Does anyone have any actual experience with CPS Central and claims?

The Gray Market 5Dmk3 that's listed on the front-page, the company says the warranty comes from that company. Looking them up, I see some mixed reviews (mostly cell phones) so I shied away initially.

On Lens Authority, however, that is THEIR third party warranty, and I trust the LR people as much as here.

It's essentially an insurance plan that you have to use THEIR repair shop; just wanted to know if anyone has actually used them.

Thanks guys.

-Ernie

Canon Rumors · May 22, 2014

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<p><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/839220-REG/Canon_5779B002_C300_Cinema_EOS_Camcorder.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">EOS C300</a> Feature Upgrade offering enhanced autofocusing capability is now available.</p>
<p><b>Details</b>

Now available from Canon is a feature upgrade for the EOS C300 Digital Video Camera that will offer an autofocus mode to help ensure sharp focus and smooth focus transitions. The upgrade provides a new Continuous AF (Autofocus) Function for all Canon EF autofocus Lenses, using Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology. A new AF Lock setting also lets you change the image framing while holding the desired focus. These critical focusing capabilities are designed to help reduce out of focus video while providing for smooth focus transitions and assist users when operating with small crews.</p>
<p>Learn more about the EOS C300 Feature Upgrade by visiting the <a href="http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/professional/standard_display/eos_c300_feature_upgrade" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">dedicated webpage</a> on the Canon USA website.</p>
<p><b>Support</b>

Canon USA will perform Feature Upgrade on the EOS C300 at a cost of $500*, and will require that the EOS C300 cameras be sent to an official Canon Service Center. Please contact the Canon Customer Support Center for details. This Feature upgrade is only available for the EF mount EOS C300 Digital Cinema Camera.</p>
<p>This information is for residents of the United States and Puerto Rico only. If you do not reside in the USA or Puerto Rico, please contact the Canon Customer Support Center in your region. Please register your EOS C300. By registering, we will be able to notify you via email when future firmware updates become available for download.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/professional/standard_display/eos_c300_feature_upgrade" target="_blank">Canon EOS C300 Feature Upgrade</a> | <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/839220-REG/Canon_5779B002_C300_Cinema_EOS_Camcorder.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">Canon Cinema EOS C300 at B&H Photo</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

Canon Rumors · May 22, 2014

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<p>Preproduction models of the Canon EOS 7D Mark II will be in the field at the FIFA World Cup in Brazil next month according to a new report. It’s the hope of Canon to announce the camera in August to show off at Photokina in September.</p>
<p>This is probably the same sort of path Nikon is going to take with the D9300, which is rumored to be the replacement for the D300s.</p>
<p>Source: [<a href="http://www.canonwatch.com/next-canon-aps-c-flagship-will-come-photokina-prototypes-tested-2014-fifa-world-cup/" target="_blank">CW</a>]</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

Andrew Davies Photography · May 22, 2014

I have a Canon 85mm 1.8 purchased from a certain auction site some months ago. Since getting it i have been unhappy with the focus results.

I have tried adjusting technique whilst hand holding and also been through the moire and ruler tests to attempt an adjustment.

Today i tried the battery test with 5AAs at 45 degrees to the camera on tripod 2 second timer centre spot focus.

At around 1 metre i had to dial in -20 ( the max ) on my 5D3 and -10 on my 5D2 to get it spot on, it then performed perfectly even off the camera at that distance.

I them aim it into another room at a wall clock about 4 meters away and now its front focusing and i have to return it to zero on both cameras to get it in focus.

This has left my head hurting and not sure what to do with it ( bar throwing it in a bin )

Is it possible for a lens to both front and back focus depending on the distance if so is this a mechanical fault that can be repaired does anyone know ?

thank you
Andrew

Wedding Photographer Durham Darlington Teesside Newcastle York

Canon Rumors · May 22, 2014

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<p><strong>From Photo Counter Australia</strong>

Canon Australia will sack almost 10 percent of its Australian staff following a dramatic downturn in profit (before income tax) in its 2013 financial year from $38.6 million (2012) to just $4.1 million.</p>
<p>Canon will outsource some of the roles covered by approximately 100 staff in ‘administration and back-office support jobs’ to business process management firms Genpact and Convergys, and is reported as saying the restructure will ‘streamline its office operations to increase efficiencies and better serve its customers’.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.photocounter.com.au/2014/canon-loses-revenue-in-13-staff-in-14/" target="_blank">Read the full story</a></strong></p>
<p><em>thanks Keith</em></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

daniela · May 22, 2014

Sorry, guys! another question: 8)

I own an 550ex AND AN 540Ex (for the old Eos 3 and 1V) flash and new, a Eos 6D.

Can I feel an big improvement when i buy an 430 EX-II or an 600EX-RT? Or an third party flash?

If I would buy one of these new flashes, what do I need to use the flash off the camera? Do i need an wireless transmitter ? the shop assistant told me to buy an 300€ transmitter. Or is there an another third party transmitter equal to it?

BG
Daniela

daniela · May 22, 2014

I am looking for am prime lens (<800€) to shoot landscape. Cam is an Eos 6D.
I own an Tokina 4 12-24 and the Canon 28-70 2.8L.
Would the 24mm 2.8 Canon lens a good choice?Other suggestions?

Thanks
Daniela

Hjalmarg1 · May 22, 2014

Hi all,

I am planning to have holidays but I don't want to travel heavy with my 5D3 and the FF lenses. I want to buy a light body and I am between the SL1 and the T5i that could be also light for my kids to use. Obviusly I will have to buy one or two lenses compatible with the APS-C sensor but, I am also thinking about a do-it-all ultrazoom and carry my 35mmf2IS for low light situations.
Any experience or suggestion on those bodies and ultrazoom lens?

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Poll Poll POLL: 16-35mm f/2.8L III - filter size vs sharpness (hypothetical)

Bulbous element - I wouldn't mind not being able to use screw-in filters in exchange for sharpness.

Over 86mm - I don't mind a massive filter thread diameter in exchange for sharpness.

86mm - I'd go a step up for sharpness!

82mm - The 16-35 II is already big enough!

77mm and under - the 16-35 II is too big!

I will never have any interest in a 16-35 f/2.8L III

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