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e17paul · Dec 5, 2014

http://petapixel.com/2014/12/04/rumor-olympus-e-m5ii-will-use-sensor-shift-capture-40mp-photos-16mp-sensor/
A 48MP image from a 12MP full frame sensor (for example) could allow larger sensor pixels with much improved ISO performance and/or dynamic range for landscape and indoor photography. Not for action photography, I don't know if a tripod would be a requirement, but I presume so.

westr70 · Dec 4, 2014

I bought 2 X Mark III extender on ebay to use with a 300mm f2.8 II (which I haven't bought yet) and tried it out on my 5dMarkIII and 7dMarkII with my 70-200mm f2.8 lens. No autofocus at any aperture. I checked the autofocus on the lens and it was on. Did I make a mistake in my assumptions that it would work on these cameras? or is something wrong with the extender. I use my 1.4 extender and it works fine. The 2X extender looks immaculate with everything clean and the sensors bright and shiny. Any ideas would be appreciated.

Canon Rumors · Dec 4, 2014

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<p>We’re told that a 4K fixed lens camcorder is coming in the early part of 2015. Such a product would probably fit in with CES as a consumer product announcement. We’re told the camera is called the XC10, and it will have similar ergonomics to the EOS C100, but it will have a fixed lens.</p>
<p>It’s possible this could come at NAB, but we expect the 4K Cinema EOS C300 Mark II & an new flagship Cinema EOS product to be the star of that show in April.</p>
<p><em>More to come…</em></p>
<p><em>Photo Credit: Matt Buchanan // <a href="http://gizmodo.com/5628823/canons-4k-camera-concept-please-be-real-one-day" target="_blank">Gizmodo.com</a></em></p>
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Canon Rumors · Dec 4, 2014

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<p>Kai has completed his video review of the Canon EOS 7D Mark II. It appears we have another reviewer that thinks the 7D Mark II is a great APS-C camera.</p>
<p><iframe width="500" height="281" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7g9EMqiTxy0?feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p><strong><strong><strong><strong>EOS 7D Mark II in stock $1799: <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1081808-REG/canon_9128b002_eos_7d_mark_ii.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NEWZDRG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00NEWZDRG&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20&linkId=4IHYPE3ZKJN5VL4X" target="_blank">Amazon</a></strong></strong></strong></strong></p>
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StudentOfLight · Dec 4, 2014

The 7D-II video capabilities are getting bashed at the moment and rightly so when one considers what is available in other recent camera releases. I have to wonder though, surely the technology in the camera is capable of so much more. Considering that the 1D-C can shoot 4K with dual-DiG!C-5 would it not be reasonable to assume that the 7D Mark-II would be able to shoot 4K with dual-DiG!C-6?

Anyway, my speculation is that 4K video in the 7D-II could be unlocked in a firmware upgrade scheduled for after the release of more 4K-capable high end bodies? Perhaps Canon is still ironing out 4K video codec issues or perhaps it's that they simply are trying to maintain tiered product differentiation (aka crippling). Either way, my gut tells me that we will see a significant video functionality improvements with future firmware upgrades.

koolman · Dec 4, 2014

I have my T2i (great camera) and lenses. However - I feel its time to upgrade the body which is already approaching 5 years old. Surely the newer bodies will be miles better as electronics improved....

or maybe not ? And all he new crops from an IQ point of view are the same thing ?

CONFUSED?

Comments ?

TexPhoto · Dec 3, 2014

I was always annoyed by the "zoom with your feet" statement. Sometimes you can't. I usually can't. At a recent baseball game I was allowed on the TV platform just past the outfield fence. It's marked 400 feet about 5 feet in front of me in the below 2 photos. I am standing on metal box about 10 feet wide 4 feet deep, and 7 feet high, no railing. The TV guy is next to me so I can't move much or shake the box.

Anyway, the long photo is a 7D with a 400mm f2.8 IS and 1.4X extender. The wide photo is a 5D and 8-15mm. Both photos have some cropping.

Untitled by RexPhoto91, on Flickr

REX50013 by RexPhoto91, on Flickr

Do you have any similar pairs of photos taken from the same place without taking a walk? Let's see.

slclick · Dec 3, 2014

I am aware that there are currently no dedicated A/S camera or L plates available for the Rebel SL1/100D. So my question is, has anyone found a good universal plate? I'd especially want one with a hand strap slot.

Thanks!

JumboShrimp · Dec 3, 2014

Seriously considering this lens but would like to hear from the Forum Members about their experiences. Much appreciated.

distant.star · Dec 3, 2014

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This guy wants to be the "Netflix" of lens rentals...

http://www.philly.com/philly/business/20141203_Philly_startup_sees_itself_as_Netflix_of_camera_lenses.html

JumboShrimp · Dec 3, 2014

Quote below from Dustin Abbott in his review of the new Sigma 50/1.4 ART lens:

"I have heard a few report that this new ART lens is not much better optically than the older Sigma 50mm f/1.4? All I can say is…huh? They are not occupying the same time/space continuum as me. I got a copy of the previous Sigma 50mm f/1.4 EX DG HSM Lens for review a few months and frankly I hated it. All I saw was green fringing (focus consistency left a lot to be desired) and optics that just didn’t seem to sharpen up to a level I deemed acceptable until the lens was stopped down…a lot. It lacked microcontrast and had a general “dreamy”, soft look at wider apertures."

After reading Dustin's opinion above of the "old" Sigma 50/1.4 and his reasons for hating it, I was wondering if anyone else would like to see a more in-depth review of this lens from the same person? Don't know what you think of the magazine, but Popular Photography just raves on-and-on about it as being the sharpest 50mm lens they have ever tested (!). Not sure I buy that; most other reviewers pretty much agree with Dustin. Anyway, perhaps you could weigh-in if you would like Dustin to expand his current short review, good or bad. I vote "yes" ... always good to hear from him.

dolina · Dec 3, 2014

If you are experiencing soft images with your new EOS 7D Mark II then download the EOS 7D Mark II AF-Setting Guidebook

http://www.brochures.canon-europe.com/getFile.php?productid=9090&languageid=-1

Reading, understanding and practice will most likely resolve the soft image problem 99% of the time.

Mr_Canuck · Dec 3, 2014

I picked up a 24-70 f4 last week at London Drugs in Vancouver for $799. It seems like a good deal at that price. I've been putting off having a normal zoom for years but I think with this one I've found my match. For a full-frame L lens it's compact and relatively light, and very well balanced with the 6D. I've been looking for something particularly for outdoor activities, hiking, skiing etc.

I have to spend a lot more time with it but first couple days I've really loved using it. And the macro function so far seems very worthwhile for close up shooting.

Here are a few first shots from this week around Kimberley, British Columbia.

dolina · Dec 3, 2014

http://petapixel.com/2014/12/03/rumor-canon-get-serious-mirrorless-2015-full-frame-milc-works/

Nutshell:

Canon is rumored to be developing a full frame and/or rangefinder mirrorless interchangeable lens camera.

Judging by how well Sony & Fuji's forays are this may end being true.

Let's pray that Canon's foray is more impactful than the EOS M.

jdramirez · Dec 3, 2014

I know softies can give better catch lites, and umbrellas may not look as professional as studio lighting... but I'm cheap andi havea chance to get a 72 inch all white for $25 or a black back silver front for $35... (newer brand which can be a draw back) but once had newer stuff before and it doesn't prevent me from going back to that well.

So... any caveats, 72 is just unwieldy, don't buy the all white, don't buy the black/silver, set the 600ex rt to manual focal length and set it at...

I prefer not to throw away good money on something that seems like a good idea but isn't...

RichL · Dec 3, 2014

Just want to start of by saying im totally new to this. Just bought a canon 70d last month with two kit lens the EFS 55-250mm and EFS 18-55mm. The lenses are OK and will get the job done but I want a wide-angle that is a little sharper. Im torn between these two lenses. Anyone have experience with either on a crop sensor?

mattbpics · Dec 3, 2014

Thinking about upgrading. I am looking to purchase 85mm f/1.8 and 7dii. This upgrades from a T3i. Or, I can buy the 85mm, a 70-200 f/4, and a tamron 150-600 telephoto. Any thoughts on glass vs. T3i to 7dii for age quality.

RustyTheGeek · Dec 3, 2014

This looks interesting. I took the plunge with a $79 pledge for one of each. (I already own the basic MagMod kit.)

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/spencerboerup/magsphere-and-magbounce-flash-diffusers-by-magmod

I'm particularly interested in the sphere where they say it costs less than a stop of light power. I already own/use the GF Sphere but it definitely cuts the light power more.

lucamart · Dec 3, 2014

Yesterday in Arezzo Italy , two photographer , one japanese and one american (who speak very well japanese ) have tested new camera , completely hidden , but form factor like 5d . Have shooted a particular handmade creation . only used 640012800 Iso 24/70 2,8 II and 24/105 f4. I Don't have more information . The camera will be presented in June

Luca

pgsdeepak · Dec 2, 2014

Hello Folks - My favorite lens - the Canon 100mm Macro (Non L) is showing Fungus in the inside glass element. I appeared about 2 years back. I sent it to canon for clean up (costed me around $100 with CPS membership). It came back neat. But after this summer, it re-appeared. I don't know if its worth spending another $100 again. So I tried to trade it in Amazon. But they are sending it back saying the lens is in unacceptable condition. I did not find it really bad yet, its somewhere in the starting stage I believe. So far I don't see any impact on the image quality as such. Also my other lens are not impacted so far. I would like to get the advice of the knowledgable folks here on what to do next. My options I think are
1. Get a new 100mm non L lens. Is the lens prone to fungus or its just that the piece I have has some issues?
2. Get the L version. Is it safe to assume the weather sealing of the L will prevent fungus to some extend? Assuming no one will give anything for my current lens, this is a bit of an additional expense for me. I don't make money from photography..Just crazy about taking pictures

3. Live with the current lens.

Are there any other places where I can trade it in (BH and Best buy does not offer much, and I am not sure they will also reject it). I don't want to sell it to an individual knowing that the lens has a problem.
Also any precautions required for the other lenses and the camera?
thanks for your help.

ams2d · Dec 2, 2014

http://cameras.reviewed.com/features/2014-best-of-year-camera-awards

Your opinions will likely vary.

nostrovia · Dec 2, 2014

As I'm not currently in the market for a new camera body, I haven't paid a whole lot of attention to many of the sales that were going on for black Friday and cyber Monday. Nevertheless, it did seem as though a number of retailers had better deals on Nikon gear, and I was curious to see if it generated any more sales. This morning, B&H sent out a link to see their sales ranking data - as far as I can tell, it is only for cyber Monday sales.

I don't know if this says anything about the state of the market, but I did find it interesting nonetheless.

Full Frame Sales:

1) Nikon D750 (Body only)
2) Nikon D810 (Body only)
3) Nikon D750 (w/ 24-120)
4) Canon 6D (Body only)
5) Canon 5D Mk III (Body only)
6) Nikon D610 (Body only)
7) Canon 6D (w/ 24-105)
8) Canon 5D Mk III (w/ inkjet printer)
9) Canon 5D Mk III (w/ 24-105)
10) Nikon D4S (Body only)

APS-C Sales:
1) Nikon D3200 (w/ 18-55 & 55-200)
2) Nikon D7100 (Body only)
3) Canon Rebel T5i (w/ 18-55)
4) Canon 7D Mk II (Body only)
5) Canon Rebel T3i (Body only)
6) Canon Rebel T3i (w/ 18-55 & 75-300)
7) Canon Rebel T5 (w/ 18-55)
8) Canon Rebel T5i (w/ 18-55 & 75-300)
9) Nikon D3300 (w/ 18-55)
10) Canon 70D (Body only)

surapon · Dec 2, 2014

Dear Friends.
Yes, I love Harley-Davidson Motor Bike, and Love their sound, But Never have one before.
Just fell in love with the American Hot-Rod, on Fast street.
Yes H.O.G. = Harley Owners Group.

http://www.harley-davidson.com/content/h-d/en_US/home/owners/hog.html

Please post your HOG. Photos for all of us to see on this Post.
Thanks you, Sir/ Madam.
Surapon

stonerobertc · Dec 2, 2014

I have always shot RAW whenever I use a camera that allows it. When on trips I copy the files to my iPad air (ios 8) both for viewing and as a backup. I have done it with a 5DMkiii and an S95 without problem. However, I recently purchased a G7X and tried shooting RAW and importing to iPad. Strange things have happened. If I shoot both raw and jpg the iPad goes through the motions of importing the files (but quicker than would be expected) and no files are viewable in camera roll. If I shoot just raw it really gets weird. There are variations on this but generally if I shoot with a freshly formatted card and import it will go quickly through the first pic on the card and more slowing thru the rest. When I check camera roll the first pic is not there but the others usually are. If I should more pics and leave the old pics on the card sometimes it will successfully import all of the new batch of pics and sometimes it will still skip the first one of the new batch. It is not consistent. The raw pics that are successfully imported can be viewed on the iPad so viewing capability of a new raw format is not the issue. The issue seems to be the inability for it to consistently import all raw photos from the G7X. Anyone have any experience with this or thoughts on how to fix it? I would love to keep shooting just raw and importing them into the iPad.