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bdunbar79 · Apr 14, 2014

Excuse my ignorance (not just on this topic, but everything else too).

I noticed recently that having been shooting in Tv mode with a +2/3 EC, I must have changed some setting where it obeys the EC setting in Manual. Not full manual obviously, but when using auto ISO. So for instance if I shoot at 1/500s, +2/3 EC in Tv mode, then switch to M mode and set 1/500s, f/4, auto ISO, the +2/3 EC still remains and it adjusts accordingly. Previously, when I switched from Av or Tv mode back to M mode, the EC bar was never there and I couldn't do it. I wonder what I did? I'll check through my settings more but could it be from the newest firmware version where you CAN do EC in M mode and I just didn't know it? Thanks.

tiger82 · Apr 14, 2014

I would like to add this lens to my bag, can you guys state the merits of the Mark II over the original or vice-versa? Is the Mark II worth the $500 premium?

Eldar · Apr 14, 2014

The Zeiss Otus 55 f1.4 is a phenomenal lens, but it has been criticized for having onion ring bokeh. I have numerous examples of this, some posted over at this thread:

http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=18169.msg387033#new

Attached are 4 examples. The first one has AC light bulbs. The second one is candle lights. The third is Christmas tree lights and reflections from the decorations on the tree and the fourth is a DC lightbulb.

As you can see, the first and third have the rings, the other two does not. I do not understand why this happens, but it seems to be related to AC light vs. natural or DC light.

I have tried this with numerous lenses (Otus, Sigma 35/1.4A, 85/1.2L II, 24-70/2.8L II) with the same result. The sharper the lens, the more obvious it becomes. So to me it seems that this phenomena has its cause outside of the lens.

Can someone please explain what this is.

dolina · Apr 14, 2014

2014 Alabang Country Club Chairman's Polo Cup by 500px.com/dolina, on Flickr

Aglet · Apr 14, 2014

Sony's sales of system-cameras slightly exceeds Canon's... in S Korea.

www.sonyalpharumors.com/korea-sony-sells-more-system-cameras-than-canon/

it's taken a while for the trend to get to this point and I'm surprised homegrown Samsung product wasn't up there.

Mattywardo · Apr 14, 2014

Wanted to share: I just recently shot this new music video by Bay Area musician Jeff Campbell, "Save Me," shot on the Canon 70D with only the help of tripods and a monopod. Black and white, flares galore. The camera was great, through and through. Had much tighter focus than my 7D. Have a watch:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDGNKFQcvs4
Vimeo: "Save Me" - Jeff Campbell (Official Video) on Vimeo

Would love to know what YOU think!
Thanks!

dpc · Apr 13, 2014

I'm not into water sports but I thought I'd post a few.

traingineer · Apr 13, 2014

So using my 24-70 F2.8 for years, I always wondered why my images were never tack sharp, so I thought stopping down to F4-5.6 and using faster shutter speeds would make my images sharper, and they did. Although I decided to maybe try and see if my lens was calibrated ( just for fun ) So I took a ruler, set it up at an angle against the window, focused at the number 5, and found out that it wasn't in sharp focus ( at F2.8 ) But 8 was in focus. So I calibrated it to -15 and now my lens focuses at the number 5. I also checked if there was any focus shifting but there wasn't any. ° ͜ʖ °

I feel pretty silly now, thinking my images weren't sharp because of slow shutter speeds/using wide apertures.

Jack56 · Apr 13, 2014

I've got the 100mm L and I'm very pleased with the IQ.
I've seen very nice pictures made with the 135mm L, not only portraits, but also flowers etc.
Do you think the 135mm L will be used if I already got the 100mm L.
Or will a buy be a waste of money.
The 70-200 mm will be another target in the nearby future by the way.

jimenezphoto · Apr 13, 2014

So every so often Canon decides to enforce their "Minimum Advertised Price" policy sending prices for their cameras and lenses back to "MSRP" levels. Seems like price fixing to me but apparently it's legal. I was ready to purchase a Canon 6D With 24-105mm lens but went from being priced at $1999 to $2,499 overnight. I did not buy the 6D and I am glad because I decided not to compromise and buy the 5D Mk II. Having said that I will not pay MSRP. I am in no hurry and will wait for a sale. My question is how long do retailers go along with Canon before before they begin offering discounts on cameras and lenses. I don't see how raising prices across the board helps Canon sales, but I am no business expert. I am sure they know something I don't, but they will not get one dollar from me unless the gear is discounted. Any thoughts out there????

ronaldbyram · Apr 13, 2014

With all the pictures I take, the camera photo count rolls over. Sure would be nice if Canon expanded the file count. would also benefit people wanting to know how my shutter releases have taken place??

Canon Rumors · Apr 13, 2014

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<p>A <a href="http://www.thephoblographer.com/2014/04/12/review-sigma-50mm-f1-4-dg-usm-art/" target="_blank">review of the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art series lens has appeared on ThePhoblographer</a>.</p>
<p>The lens receives pretty good marks in the review, though a few things such as the lack of weather sealing, size and microcontrast. Though the lens is remarkably sharp and the autofocus works well.</p>
<p><strong>Says ThePhoblographer

</strong><em>“<a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1045458-REG/sigma_311101_50mm_f_1_4_dg_hsm.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">Sigma’s 50mm f1.4 Art DG HSM</a> is an exceptional lens. Starting with the design, it very much is in line with the company’s 35mm f1.4 Art optic. The outside feels and looks like something that Hasselblad might make. It feels just so great in your hands that you’d never want to let it go. In fact, if you’re a big fan of the 50mm field of view you might never want to give it up.”</em></p>
<p><strong>Preorder the Sigma 50mm f/1.4 DG HSM: <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1045458-REG/sigma_311101_50mm_f_1_4_dg_hsm.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/SG5014REOS.html?KBID=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

nda · Apr 13, 2014

Hi All, has anyone used a Samyang 650-1300mm lens,

http://www.samyang.co.uk/index.php/t-mount-lenses/samyang-650-1300mm

I'm just after an opinion if it's good/bad? :-\

Canon Rumors · Apr 13, 2014

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<p>A patent which appears to be for the EF-M mount has appeared. In APS-C, this lens would be a 35-75mm f/3.5-5.6.</p>
<p>Canon has stated that more lenses are coming for EOS M, and that could potentially mean the North American and European markets are still on Canon’s radar for the EOS M system. My bet is we’ll see an EOS M3 to re-introduce the product line to a global market.</p>
<p><strong>Patent Publication No. 2014-63025 (Google Translation)</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Publication date 2014.4.10</li>
<li>Filing date 2012.9.21</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Example 7</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Zoom ratio 2.09</li>
<li>Focal length f = 22.10-34.22-45.19mm</li>
<li>Fno. 3.60-4.59-5.60</li>
<li>Half angle ω = 31.72-21.76-16.48 °</li>
<li>Image height 13.66mm</li>
<li>65.76-62.07-64.72mm lens length</li>
<li>BF 28.16-36.88-45.09mm</li>
</ul>
<p>Source: [<a href="http://egami.blog.so-net.ne.jp/2014-04-12" target="_blank">EG</a>]</p>
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MTL18 · Apr 12, 2014

Hello,

First post on CR! Been a long time follower.

I have a 60D with an 18-200mm and 50mm f/1.8. I'm buying my next lens this spring and have my eye on the Sigma 18-35mm f/1.8.

I have weighed the options of the fast lens vs. IS of the Canon 17-55mm f/2.8 and am leaning more to the sigma. Primary reasons are that I am unsure how useful IS really is in the 18-35 range and with my 50mm f/1.8, I don't really care about the reach difference between 35 and 55.

I should also add that I own a tripod and am interested in the 18-xx range because my 18-200 is not very good at the 18 range. I take lots of pictures of family and this range is very nice on the crop sensor.

Does anyone have any input on this? Any reason to not buy the Sigma? Just trying to make sure I don't spend $1000 on the wrong lens.

Appreciate any replies.

PVS · Apr 12, 2014

The specs list looks quite promising:
http://photorumors.com/2014/04/12/pentax-645z-detailed-specifications/

And the price tag is quite intriquing..

Ripley · Apr 12, 2014

I'm looking for battery packs to upgrade to from my Cannon CP-E4s. There are some discounts running on the Bolt Cyclone packs through tomorrow and I was wondering if anyone has any experience with them, or any general input. I found them on B&H.

scyrene · Apr 12, 2014

Hey, I hope this hasn't been done before, and that it's okay to ask. Ever since I got into bird photography, there's been no such thing as too much focal length. So it often surprises me how short the longest lens other people use. Of course if you're not photographing small things far away, long lenses are of little use.

I recently got yet another teleconverter, and out of interest stacked them all for shots at 5600mm. It's not useable for most purposes but I was able to photograph surface features on Mars, and get detailed shots of the moon (image stacking being essential for both!).

Anyway, what's the longest focal length you've used? And if you want to comment, are you happy with that, or do you feel you need more reach?

(Standard 'length isn't everything' disclaimer).

g-spot · Apr 12, 2014

Hi,

I would like to buy me a 2nd Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS. But during my search I also saw a few other lenses that made me wonder if they would be a good alternative..
- Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS (non STM) I have the opportunity to buy a second handed one at 175€..
- Canon EF-S 17-85mm f/4-5.6 IS USM
- Canon EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM
- Canon EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

Anyone for some advice, or good occasion tips? Thx!

BL · Apr 12, 2014

Guess what I found in the nightstand next to my Van Halen mix tape?

I tried unsuccessfully to take a picture with it, but even 1 file exceeds its capacity and refused to write haha

i think this is what you would call a "x1.0" speed CF card

It's mind boggling to think how quickly technology changes.

antonioleandro · Apr 12, 2014

I am gearing up for a new project: shooting historical buildings from a close distance, so I need an extreme wide angle lens. I am currently using a Canon 6D with a 17-40mm f/4L, but I need a wider lens. I am considering a Sigma 12-24mm or a Samyang 14mm. I would like to know if anyone has experience with both lenses on a 6D (or another Canon full frame camera) and could comment on performance and specially if the Sigma is significantly wider than the Samyang (I could not find pictures of the same setting shot with both lenses).

Thanks for your opinions.

[]´s
Leandro

Jason Montalvo · Apr 11, 2014

Check out this little guy, The image resolution is pretty astonishing given its price. I am still however, loyal to my 5D MK III

I think the Pocket Cam will make for a perfect B cam.

https://vimeo.com/89843173

Jack56 · Apr 11, 2014

I really like to know what your favourite of the two is.
Thank you for your comments.

Mr_Canuck · Apr 11, 2014

We know it's the year of the lens for Sigma. Last year certainly was. They've turned a corner. Is Steve Jobs's nephew running the company now or what?

We know it's the year of the lens for Tamron. They've come up with some notable updates and improvements to their already most popular lenses.

But really, who else is it the year of the lens for?

bholliman · Apr 11, 2014

A few days ago I dropped my 6D with 70-200 2.8 II mounted from about 2 feet onto a concrete surface. The lens landed on the lens cap at a slight angle. The lens cap was totally destroyed, I had to finish breaking it apart to remove it. Once I got the cap off, I was relieved to find the front element was unbroken with only a couple of minor scratches (I assume from the lens cap). Optically, the lens appears to be OK, but I really haven't had time to do much testing or perform AFMA with Focal. Some quick AF testing shows its pretty close and test pictures appear to be clear and sharp. I plan to take some brick wall pictures this weekend to look for evidence of decentering or other issues.

The one problem I've found so far the end is bent as shown in the attached pictures. So, I'm unable to mount any ND or CPL filters, which is inconvenient.

The lens in insured for damage on our homeowners insurance account, but with $400 deductible.

Is this something Canon can repair? Any idea about cost? Anything else I should be concerned about?

Thanks

Edit: the specs visible in the picture are dust, I gave the front element a good cleaning after the pictures were taken and some of what I thought were scratches came off, overall the front elements looks good