… As a second body for animals photo ?

Hello everybody,

I have several oportunities to get a 1D IIN, between 400€ and 600€ ($520 - $780) pending the number of shutter actuations (between 50k and 90k). All look fine on the photos, and two of them are sold in an area reasonably close to my home, where I would be able to handle and test them prior potential purchase.

I already own a 5D III, which I use for every kind of photos. For animals, I feet an EF300 f2.8L IS II with or without the extenders 1.4 III or 2.0 III.

I don't really need another body. I am tempted because of the reputation of robustness of this specific 1D and its AF (some in a French Canon forum consider that it has been the best AF of all Canon bodies, apart 5D III and 1D X). I would use it for animals, with my 300 combos, especially when climatic or environmental conditions would be a bit aggressive for the 5D III integrity. The 8.5 Mpix are enough for what I do of my captures.

Do you think this body still worth it ? Are the prices correct ? What would be its drawbacks apart from an ergonomic from an old age ?

Thank you for your advices,
Stef.

Dear friend of the CR. Do you know any lens cleaner that leaves the rubber rings quite black, as new? ??? Obviously this product should be harmless for glass, adhesives, lubricants, etc.. : Thank you.

I`m sorry if this is not the right sub forum but couldn`t find any "general". If wrong, please move.

I`m leaving Sweden for a holiday to Orlando and was wondering if you guys/girls have any idea to photo stores that are good to buy from.
Or if it is easier to buy from B&H and have the gear sent to the hotel?

Thanks for your reply.

What do you guys think about getting a UWA lens for a 6D? Rokinon 14mm F2.8 seems to get all the attention around here, but how does it feature besides landscape photography? Have anyone tried using it for a function or portrait purposes? How does the Tokina 16-28mm F2.8 hold up to it? Is it a versatile lens, or a very specific usage lens? How does the Tokina perform? Any other lens to recommend besides Canon 16-35mm F2.8, since as far as I've heard for that price it kinds of suck, compared to Nikkor 14-24mm F2.8? (It's simply too expensive anyway :-X).

So finally payed up and bought a few pelican cases. 1540 I think and the 1740. Sadly the 1740 got shipped to me cracked! I am blown away! I thought this was the unbreakable box. Super nervous now. The cracking happened when there was nothing in it and the cardboard shipping box had very little to no damage on it. Bought this so I can ship my stuff to Jamaica to do a job. Now wondering if I should switch! Any one had this happen to them ? Should I stay with pelican?

Hey all,

So what did you guys get for the holidays?
My wife got me a weekend intensive with Peter Hurley in his studio. Should be pretty bonkers.

Hi guys and a merry christmas to you all!

I got my 600 rt + st-e3 transmitter just before christmas and wanted to ask a question or two.

1. Why is the gel holder open on the sides, the sides undefused and not even covered by the gel? This makes the uncorrected light leak out on the side and turn whatever it hits very blue (I'm using the darker orange gel indoors), plus then it gives very hard shadows to the sides even though my flash is pointed to the roof. I eventually found some black tape (sounds familiar?) and taped all around the top of the holder, except the front, to prevent uncorrected colored light to mess up my shots, what were Canon thinking?? Anyone else experienced this and perhaps solved this?

2. The sensor that tells the flash and camera that a gel is in place only works when the flash is on camera (and superbly might I add), why doesn't this information travel to the camera when used wirelessly?? I mean, the gel is a Canon original, so they now how to correct it, and the flash receives this info, why can't it travel to the camera and set the same wb as when it's mounted on the camera?

Thanks!

I have used the EF 24-105 f4, for four years now and have been pretty satisfied with the IQ. However, after seeing the images shot with the 24-70 f2.8L II, I feel I am missing out on making some great images in those focal lengths.
Having read on this site, that this could be the "year of the lens," I am wondering if I should hold out for a while and see if a new/updated version of the EF 24-105L comes out before purchasing the 24-70. I doubt that any of the new lenses will include an upgraded version of the 24-105L, let alone an f2.8 version of it, but one can only hope! I think I would be happy if they came out with a 24-135L f4, if it had great IQ. Thoughts please! Happy New Year!

Just for fun.

I have $1,882 that needs to be spent on camera gear before the end of the year, I have some ideas for myself, but what would you get?

Top of my list, another three 600EX-RT's, or a couple of Einsteins, a 35 f2 IS..............

Hello guys,
Im new to the forum even though I have been lurking for a while...
I found today a Canon 28-80mm f2.8 for 300Euros and a Canon 80-200 f2.8 for 350Euros... I use canon lens for videos mainly but I dont mind shot some nice picture every once and a while...
I was just wondering if you guys had a chance to try those lenses and if they are worth the price (I read online they are both 20 years old lenses!)...
Well I really wanted to hear an opinion from someone who used those lenses...

Thanks very much for any suggestion!

How about a little Friday fun?

The Hipster Doofus - he only shoots film, and then only with a Leica or Holga, but considering a vintage AE-1. Has a custom leather strap made from David Berkowitz's old mail bag. He needs to "get on that Internet".

The Delicate Genius - prone to spur of the moment ski trips, but is highly educated and knows her gear. Her Style is stuck in the past just like her D30, and don't dare cancel your shoot with less than 24 hours notice or you'll lose your sitting fee.

The Scofflaw - always sneaking into unauthorized areas he shouldn't be shooting in, he's looking for the perfect shot. Often seen in the company of a man with an eye patch. Carries a special Moby Dick version of the white SL1.

The Convert - converted to Canon "for the lenses" but still carries a D90 with his 5DIII. If he starts shooting with Sony, there will be no stopping him. Known for his interesting magazines he keeps in his green room. His wedding colleagues will smash your anti-Canonite teeth in if you make fun of him.

The Camera Virgin - she's held a camera before, but has never pressed the shutter. Dated a man whose friends held a contest to see who could stay away from their Canon cameras the longest, but ran away to begin shooting with Hasselblad.

The Shoot Nazi - shoots with a custom 1DX and his work is the best, but he shoots his way and if you even question his advice, he will throw you off the set and never work with you again. Last seen shooting for Vogue Argentina.

The Gymnast - shoots with a Lomo, but is considering Holga lenses for her 5D classic. Known for crazy contorted poses and planking shots. Once dated Ansel Adams, but broke up with him, saying that he might take photos for a living, but he, "is no photographer".

The Latvian - shoots with a 7D because it has the "look" you want in a camera. Cheats on his Canon CPS application (he's not really a full-time pro), and even writes "crib notes" on his hands to keep track of camera techniques. Sometimes combines video on his 70D and Velvia in his old Rebel G because it is the most sensual of all of the transparency films.

Joe Mayo - okay that just sounds made up

and a special one for someone we'll call Surapon:

The Architect - unlike his wanna-be counterpart, he's the real deal. He has nearly every piece of camera equipment ever made, but that's not enough. He modifies and rigs his equipment in creative and crazy ways and can carry more lenses and cameras than the Mandelbaums. It's "Go Time" when he straps up and takes epic selfies. When asked by airport security, he says, "It's called a T-Square."

Anyone using the Kenko Pro-300 extenders with the Canon 70-300L on a Canon 6D or EOS-M ?

Any issues ? Does AF work ? Any lockups or other problems ?

Thanks

Anyway to get notified when one of the companies (even big value inc) have a 5d3 for one of those unbeatable prices?
I sold my gear and would like to purchase again.
I want a 5D3 and a 24-105, but I want a price that I can't turn away from (like $650 for the 24-105 and 2500-2550 for the 5D3)
I was an early adopter, so I paid $3500 last time, so this time around I want to make up for it
anyone know of a reputable seller selling these items for these prices or really close, or a way to be notified if it happens?

Good Afternoon,

Santa gave me the Canon EF 100 f/2.8L IS Macro for Christmas, and this is my first experience with a macro lens. I took about 100 photos indoors yesterday, and about every 10th photo the autofocus hunts for 5-10 seconds before it acquires focus. The indoor lighting is adequate, but I would not say the lighting is bright. I've been taking a mixture of portrait and macro type photos.

Most of the photos I've taken appear to be in focus, but I'm still learning the lens. Is it normal for this lens to hunt at times to lock focus, or do I potentially have a bad copy?

Here are my settings with my 5D MKIII

* lens is on FULL mode
* camera is set to Case 1 with AI SERVO
* selectable AF point is 61 points
* manual select: spot AF
* The camera is on manual mode with auto ISO, and I've been taking photos with apertures between f/2.8 and f/8 with shutter speeds between 1/60 - 1/200.

Also, I'd appreciate any advice on recommended aperture and shutter speed settings with this lens for both portrait and marco photos.

Thanks!

Dear vFriends.
Yes, I would like the spare/ tiny EF-M 18-55 mm IS STM in my Small camera bag, But I check at Amazon = Only 99.99 US Dollars Plus Free Shipping too, and Buydig = $ 299 US Dollars, Plus B&H = 139 US dollars after rebate.Why the Price so much difference ?
Thanks.
Surapon


http://www.amazon.com/Canon-18-55mm-f3-5-5-6-Compact-Packaging/dp/B00CJZDL0K/ref=sr_1_2/185-8016610-0491138?ie=UTF8&qid=1388077737&sr=8-2&keywords=canon+ef-m+18-55mm

http://www.buydig.com/shop/product.aspx?sku=CNEFM1855STM&ref=PLA&omid=103&CAWELAID=1682695722&catargetid=1875427183&cadevice=c&&cagpspn=pla

I have some money burning a hole in my pocket (under $1K) and I want to buy a new lens.
I do a lot of portrait work and landscapes and I currently have a canon 50/1.4 and 70-200 (both of which I'm very happy with) and a tamron 17-50/2.8 (which I'm ok with). My body is APS-C so the 50 is a little too long for indoors work, or full body shots, so I'm considering of adding the Sigma 35/1.4 into the mix. Every single review I've read praises the lens beyond reason, so I'm not concerned about the quality, I'm only wondering what other lenses people would consider in my situation.

I did consider the Sigma 18-35/1.8 for a second, but it's not FF and I might be upgrading my body next, so I don't want more crop lenses.

Hello,

Here's the situation: I shot a mix of things, weddings (and portraits), documentary and street.
I currently have a 17-40L that I use 'sometimes' but rarely, I love my primes - 40mm, 50mm and 85mm and when at weddings I hardly ever have the 70-200mm off one of my bodies (I shoot FF btw).
Seeing as I love the primes that I have and rarely use the 17-40, I've got the chance to get the Sigma 35mm f1.4. I know it's close the the 40mm but as much as that's a great lens it's only 2.8 (wedding venues can get dark, even 2.8 is too slow sometimes!!!!).

Basically, shall it change the 17-40 for the 35mm?

Thanks for the input

How would people feel if Canon released the upcoming image stabilized 50 mm prime as a macro lens to replace the old 50 mm f 2.5? If they could give me an f 2.0, and IS with close focus ability, I would be all over that in an instant. Even if it would only go down to half life size like the Zeis, and old 50 mm f2.5. Throw in compatibility with my life size converter and that would be my perfect lens.

What are other people's thoughts on this idea? Would this be of interest to anybody else?

Reading the latest thread discussing the advantages of the 24-105mm versus those of the 24-70mm 2.8 II, I saw, as usual, a lot of talk about copy variation.

Couple months back while shopping for a 24-70mm and an 85mm 1.2 II, on the retail sites I also saw the usual talk about trying and trying to get a good copy.

It really makes me uneasy to know that so many lenses are getting shipped back and forth to the places I want to buy from. Is it Canon I should be concerned about or are there a significant number of OCD types going nuts looking for perfect lenses?

In fact, I myself actually returned an ef 35mm 1.4 to a big retailer because the front element was full of finger prints. Ironically, the one I got in its place was perfect at a distance but wretched up close and to about 7 feet at less than f/2.0--plus the purple fringing was way beyond what I expected. I didn't really figure this out in the first 30 days, so I sent it to Canon CPS and was told all was in spec. I sold it at a slight loss and bought a Sigma 35mm 1.4 instead--and from the same big retailer. No problems with it whatsoever after an MF adjust of +3.

Back to the 24-70mm II and the 85mm 1.2 II--bought 'em and love 'em. Neither needs any MF adjust. These I bought at a different retailer, one that specializes in photography, because from my experience, this retailer takes a lot more care with padding items for shipping.

When I first started buying expensive gear, I also got nuts. But experience and perspective have helped me realize that the pixel-peeping issues I was concerned about are not influencing the quality of my work.

In poker, there is an expression: Don't play at stakes you can't comfortably afford because you will play badly.

I wonder if some of the apparently OCD behavior with questing for the perfect lens has to do with passionate photographers well out of their spending comfort zone.

Or are there really so many bad copies of great lenses?

I've got two new copies of the 24-70mm f/2.8 II (playing the zoom-tick lottery). I'm wondering, what would be an acceptable AFMA difference between the Wide and Telephoto ends?

1st copy: -1 at 24mm and +1 at 70mm (so a difference of 2).
2nd copy: +2 at 24mm and +7 at 70mm (so a difference of 5).

I'm pretty happy with the first copy, but I'm not sure about the second copy. Practically, I will input the two AFMA values into my 5DM3 and it will interpolate the AFMA for focal lengths between the two extremes. My question is more general, which is "what is an acceptable difference before you should consider returning the lens to the store?"

The main reason I'm asking this question is because I read Roger Ciala's old article about how to test a lens, and he suggested that +/-3 between the two ranges for a 4x zoom is acceptable. Since my second copy has a difference of 5, I was wondering if I should be concerned. I'm also curious what you guys think the biggest difference is before you'd return a lens back to the store.

http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2010/11/how-to-test-a-lens

My absolute requirements for an acceptable lens are:
...
3. Front / backfocus is similar throughout zoom range and at near and far focusing. How similar is a judgement call, but if it changes less than +/- 3 for a 4x zoom and +/- 5 for a 10x zoom throughout the zoom range, then I’m pretty happy.

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P.S. I'm not certain about the meaning of his terminology of "4x zoom" and "10x zoom", but I'm assuming that it means it's the longer focal length divided by the shorter focal length? So 24-70mm and a 70-200 would be <4x zoom, and a 18-200mm would be >10x zoom. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

Just tried my Kenko 2x Pro300 with 100mmL lens on a 6d and it locks up the camera...can't shoot in any mode, auto or manual focus, etc. and when I shut off the camera, LCD continues to display. Remove Kenko, remove battery, restart and camera/lens works fine.

When used on a 70-300 L lens, the Kenko camera works normally. Any ideas on what is going on would be greatly appreciated!

Just tried it on a 60D body, the 100L works fine. Seems to be a 6D body issue??

I have the most loving and understanding family. For Christmas, I got this beauty. It's a plastic coffee cup that resembles a lens, Canon of course. However, I am concerned with the specs on this one. As you can see it's a white one. BUT the inscription doesn't match up.

On the barrel it says 'ESF 28-135'. By the filter thread it reads 'Zoom Lens EF-S 28-135mm 1:2.5 L II USM'

Obviously made in China. If the specs are real it would be very interesting, an L EF-S (or ESF). The aperture on a zoom is just groundbreaking.

I'll be sure to enjoy my morning coffee in the only cup worthy a Canon fan from now on.

Merry Christmas to all of you!

Gentlemen,
I would like to ask for your recommendations of a medium grade ball head and quick release system. I've been searching for a viable product for a while, but haven't seen something that suits my needs:

• Minimum support weight of 12lbs
• Price as low as possible, but somewhat flexible, as utility is primary concern.
• Plates to be on the long side, in order to provide enough surface area for camera to be braced against the flange on a horizontal surface other than tripod.
• Plates to have some sort of safety catch so they can't slide out (I had a camera slide out and fall once with an arca plate)
• plates to preferably have 1/4" thread at the bottom to enable attachment to standard tripod mount without removal of the plate

RRS has a very good system that I really like, but it is so bitterly expensive, that I can't justify the investment. Their plates are just unreasonable.

Any recommendations?

To everyone who celebrates Christmas a Merry Christmas to you! To everyone else a Happy Holiday/Season's Greetings!


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