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AlanF · Jul 5, 2013

As some posters have written that their f/4 600mm II is soft with a 2xTC, I checked the Canon MTF charts. But, I am now mystified. The black lines on the charts are for wide open and the blue stopped down to f/8. For the f/4 500 and 600s with a 2xTC the wide open is f/8. So, why are there still separate blue and black lines?

MARKOE PHOTOE · Jul 4, 2013

Hello Troops,

Wondered who might be using a Capture Camera Clip which is similar to Spyder Pro and some others of similar design. Kickstarter has a new version of the Capture V2 in funding right now.

Your thoughts and experience with this type of attachment would be appreciated.

Thanks,
Mark

kirkcha · Jul 4, 2013

Just picked up a refurb 70-300L and was wondering if it seems odd that when testing 300 at a normal testing distance it needs about +4 for the DOF to be centered but at minimum focus distance with the shallow DOF it needs -3 to for the subject to be in focus.

GaabNZ · Jul 4, 2013

Hi all, I've been following the site for a while now and just signed up today.

I'm looking at upgrading from my 600D which I have really enjoyed using and learning from.

Without seeing any real hands on reviews and images from the 70D quite yet, I am keen to hear some thoughts on which camera you guys think would be a good upgrade.

I am not interested in the video side of things, only stills photography. It is not something I do to make money, but I do get a lot of enjoyment from photography.

I like to shoot landscapes, but also with 2 young kids like to photograph them too.

I'm looking at either the 6D or the 70D when it comes out. I have a friend who shoots with a Nikon D800e and he always recommends the full frame route.

I'm also wondering if the price of the 6D will drop at all when the 70D is released.

I'm just interested in opinions either way.

Cheers

Vivid Color · Jul 4, 2013

Hello!

Just over a month from now, I will be going on an 8-day photo safari to northern Tanzania and a 4-day post-safari trip to Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. Thanks to the help I've received from a number of you Forum members, many of my questions have been answered. I'm hoping you will help me with one more question about which of my lenses to take.

For bodies, I'm taking my 6D and T1i. (I'm also taking my s100 P&S.)

For lenses, I'm definitely taking my Canon 24-105L and 70-300L (along with hoods and B+W clear and CPL filters).

My question has to do with additional or backup lenses. I also have the following lenses:

Canon 40
Canon 28-105
Canon 18-55 IS (version 1)
Canon 55-250 IS (version 1)
Tamron 60 macro
Tamron 18-270 VC PZD

Which of these lenses do you think I should take in addition to my L lenses? (Either as something extra--such as the f2.8 of the 40mm--or as backup should disaster befall one of my L lenses.)

I'm allowed to take a 50 pound checked bag plus carry on to Tanzania, but for the safari itself, I'm limited to only 33 pounds--clothing plus camera gear. (I can store some stuff at the hotel while on safari that I can pick up before going onto Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar. And, I have a camera vest so I can add a bit of weight there, but maybe not that much.) I have a couple of working theories, but I can't quite make up my mind and I would love to hear your input and reasoning.

Thank you in advance for your assistance!

Vivid

Canon Rumors · Jul 4, 2013

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<p><strong>Dual Pixel AF in action

</strong>The Polish website <a href="http://www.optyczne.pl/5979-nowo%C5%9B%C4%87-Canon_EOS_70D_-_pierwsze_wra%C5%BCenia.html" target="_blank">www.optyczne.pl</a> has posted a few videos showing the AF performance of the new Dual Pixel AF technology from Canon. They used both an STM lens, as well as an EF 100 f/2.8L IS macro lens.</p>
<p>The performance definitely looks better than liveview autofocus on any other Canon I have used. I’m especially impressed with the performance of the servo mode.</p>
<p>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4TffRSFSwo</p>
<p>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVAIEdwfj78</p>
<p>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF9pmqEN3bE</p>
<p>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjH4Inox4YA</p>
<p><strong>Canon EOS 70D Body $1199</strong>

<strong><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/986389-REG/canon_8469b002_canon_eos_70d_dslr.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a></strong> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DMS0KAC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00DMS0KAC&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20">Amazon</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/ICA70D.html?kbid=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a> |<strong> <a href="http://www.normancamera.com/index/page/product/product_id/28683/product_name/Canon+EOS+70D+DSLR+Camera+%28Body+Only%29" target="_blank">Norman Camera</a> </strong>|  <a href="http://www.cameracanada.com/enet-cart/product.asp?pid=70DBody">Camera Canada $1299</a></p>
<p><strong>Canon EOS 70D w/18-55 IS STM $1349</strong>

<strong><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/986390-REG/canon_8469b009_canon_eos_70d_dslr.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a></strong> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DMS0KAC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00DMS0KAC&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20">Amazon</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/ICA70DK.html?KBID=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a> | <strong><a href="http://www.normancamera.com/index/page/product/product_id/28685/product_name/Canon+EOS+70D+DSLR+Camera+with+18-55mm+STM+f3.5-5.6+Lens" target="_blank">Norman Camera</a></strong> |  <a href="http://www.cameracanada.com/enet-cart/product.asp?pid=70D1855" target="_blank">Camera Canada $1449</a></p>
<p><strong>Canon EOS 70D w/18-135 IS STM $1549</strong>

<strong><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/986391-REG/canon_8469b016_canon_eos_70d_dslr.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a></strong> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DMS0KAC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00DMS0KAC&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20">Amazon</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/ICA70DK1.html?KBID=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a> | <strong><a href="http://www.normancamera.com/index/page/product/product_id/28684/product_name/Canon+EOS+70D+DSLR+Camera+with+18-135mm+STM+f3.5-5.6+Lens" target="_blank">Norman Camera</a></strong> | <a href="http://www.cameracanada.com/enet-cart/product.asp?pid=70D18135" target="_blank">Camera Canada $1649</a></p>
<p>Source: [<a href="http://www.optyczne.pl/5979-nowo%C5%9B%C4%87-Canon_EOS_70D_-_pierwsze_wra%C5%BCenia.html" target="_blank">OP</a>] via [<a href="http://www.canonwatch.com/canon-eos-70d-first-independent-auto-focus-test-videos/" target="_blank">CW</a>]</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

CanonLITA · Jul 4, 2013

Thanks to the information available in the forum, Pros and Cons of both are clear to me. But I still have a couple of questions I hope you can help me figure out:

1. wide open on full frame, how much I will notice the difference in terms of DOF considering the relatively short focal lenght of both?

2. how much I will notice the difference in term of sharpness (not necessarily wide open)?

Many thanks

cayenne · Jul 3, 2013

HI all,

A couple weeks ago, I saw an interesting class on Creative Live...about making money with micro stock, like with iStockPhoto.

I was curious if anyone on the list here sold photos through this, or other stock image sites...if so, what are you general thoughts?

If you would, could you give advice to someone who would just be starting..how to make you first images acceptable for the initial application to become a contributor to the site?

What site do you like the best and why? Is there a money difference between them? Do you just do stock photos or have you done video too?

Just looking both for comments on the game, and any advice you would be willing to part with to a noob that is thinking it might be fun to try.

I'm sure that the big money was done a few years ago early on, but I'd just be thrilled to sell a couple photos, and if it turned out to be a little beer money, well it would justify all the tax write offs I do with my company on the photo equipment so far....etc.

Thanks in advance,

cayenne

danski0224 · Jul 3, 2013

I ordered a refurb 600ex-RT yesterday around 4 and it showed up this morning via FedEx at around 9.

Came from Wisconsin, so they must have thrown it on a truck right away.

fegari · Jul 3, 2013

Hi

Can anyone please advice where to buy Canon DSLRs in Iceland? new or used, I don't care.

Additionally would need to be a physical store, preferably.

Thanks for the feedbakc!

KacperP · Jul 3, 2013

July 2013 already, but can't afford new 70-300L. Is the 70-300 DO worth to buy, when it's half the price of L?

Jul 3, 2013

Canon 70D first hands on review animation by NMA!

Jul 2, 2013

I was out earlier taking some pics and my 430 EX flash just stopped working! I was using it in manual mode at 1/4 power to help freeze the movement on some Dragonflies I was photographing. However after about 6 or 7 exposures it just would not flash. I have tried 3 sets of batteries with no joy. It seems to power up OK and the red "Pilot" light quickly shows it is ready but then it will not fire on or off the camera, even pressing the "Pilot" button will not trigger it in Manual or ETTL mode. If I put my ear next to the flash gun I can hear a VERY faint beeping at a rate of about 1 beep per second.
Has anybody out there any idea of what might be wrong? Although not a new flash it has been very rarely used so I wouldn't have thought it would be the tube - but I have virtually no idea on flash guns so any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks.

Drizzt321 · Jul 2, 2013

So, looks like I'll be getting a Canon FT QL from my friends father that was found while cleaning out stuff. Might need some work, not sure, but I don't plan on putting a lot of money towards fixing it up. If it can be done cheap, then I'm off shooting with it

So, assuming it's more or less working for little to nothing, what FL lenses would it be worth my while to keep my eye out for? Has a 50/1.8, and supposedly a "wide angle" which I'm guessing is 28mm, but don't know.

astevenscr · Jul 2, 2013

I was wondering if anyone has any thoughts (or better, experiences) about Monoprice's new (and apparently expanding) line of camera accessories. http://www.monoprice.com/products/department.asp?c_id=117

I have a very good impression of Monoprice generally and their customer service in particular. I don't think I'm going to be tempted by a $7 CPL, but their reflectors look nice, the center-pinch lens caps look as good as anyone else's, and I am thinking about being in the market for a tripod with a ball head.

I'm not currently in the market for a USB 3.0 card reader, but that's right up Monoprice's traditional alley, so I imagine it's hard to go too wrong on those for $11.

Anyway, I just thought I'd get some thoughts from those in the know.

Thanks in advance.

hpjfromdk · Jul 2, 2013

For those interested in some of the the technology behind 70D's multi pixel sensor, it might be worthwhile to take a look at these two recent US patent apps: US20130147998A1 and US20130140663A1

koolman · Jul 2, 2013

I am a 550d shooter looking to upgrade. I primarily shoot stills not video, so my question is pertaining stills only.

From this perspective - would the 70d give me more of an upgrade then say the 650d which is half the price ? They seem to have the same ISO range.

mbworldz · Jul 2, 2013

I was talking to one of my friend last night and ask him is he is going get the Mark III. He said "It forgoes the SLR system that is outdated which allows for a much more compact body. Imagine having the functionality and image quality of a 5D mark III but with the size and weight of a compact point n shoot. "

That might be true in the future but I don't think mirrorless will replace our DSLR. Can you imagine we (professional wedding.....etc photographers all carrying a tiny small camera for the photo shoot LOL.

Professionals will also always need a veiwing system that allows them to still frame up shots when doing night photographer or heavy ND filter shooting. This is more difficult on a mirrorless with current ISO ratings because the image is shown on an LCD screen where as with a standard DSLR you're seeing the image the way your eye sees it.

BJNY · Jul 2, 2013

....now that 70D specs are known.

How likely that next EOS M will have same sensor as 70D?

I'd love a flip-out screen, and same build quality as original EOS M.

unfocused · Jul 2, 2013

I believe that when Canon first introduced video in the 5DII they were just throwing in a nice little extra feature that didn't cost them anything. I also believe they had no idea how revolutionary it would be and what a demand it would create.

It was a classic case of "disruptive technology" and to their credit Canon quickly saw the potential and has been on a drive to capitalize on that potential more than any other manufacturer.

With the 70D they've taken another giant leap forward in video capabilities for the non-professional and aspiring videographer market. In fact, the 70D seems to offer as many or more upgrades for video use as it does for stills.

Of course it is a smart move. The professional stills market is shrinking. About the only market left is weddings and even that requires videos as well as stills.

In contrast, the internet video market is the fastest growing media market today and it is becoming more professional all the time. Children born today will grow up expecting to be able to watch an endless supply of content on their personal tablets and Canon wants to be making the cameras that most of the content is filmed on.

How do you feel about this? React.

eddiemrg · Jul 2, 2013

Hello everyone!
In September I am going to Fuerteventurafor a surf trip. Wind, sand (like the desert) and salt from the sea are the caracteristics of the environment and I am going to bring my 7D, 15-85 and 70-200 f4 is: all with protective filters.

Do I need to pay more attention? No lens change during wind on sand, OK... Anything else?

Thanks!

Canon Rumors · Jul 2, 2013

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<p><strong>Learn More

</strong>Below are a bunch of links showcasing the Canon EOS 70D, as we get more we’ll be adding to this post for the next few days.</p>
<p>A lot of the first impressions seem to be pretty positive about the new DSLR.</p>
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<li><a href="http://cweb.canon.jp/eos/special/70d/index.html" target="_blank">Canon Japan</a> (Images & Video)</li>
<li><a href="http://www.techradar.com/reviews/cameras-and-camcorders/cameras/digital-slrs-hybrids/canon-eos-70d-1162746/review" target="_blank">Tech Radar (Review)</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2p1Aqi6LoRY&feature=share&list=UUSgMNX3NkjSb5spsB39IFQw" target="_blank">Tech Radar (Video)</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.dpreview.com/news/2013/07/02/just-posted-canon-eos-70d-hands-on-preview-dual-pixel-cmos-af-slr" target="_blank">DPReview (Hands-on)</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.engadget.com/2013/07/02/canon-70d-hands-on/" target="_blank">Engadget (Preview)</a></li>
<li><a href="http://gizmodo.com/canon-eos-70d-yet-another-incredible-video-dslr-from-c-642516287" target="_blank">Gizmodo (Preview)</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2421244,00.asp" target="_blank">PC Magazine (Hands-on)</a></li>
<li><a href="http://reviews.cnet.com/digital-cameras/canon-eos-70d-with/4505-6501_7-35811200.html" target="_blank">CNET (Hands-on)</a></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

nanook5 · Jul 2, 2013

Hi

I'm 15 and I have enough money to get the 7D

Before you say "Get a 1100D , it's great for beginners ", Just to clarify I am not a beginner! I have been using my Dad's 1D mkii + 20D for the past two years .

His equipment is old ,so I want to get my own

I have lenses so I just want a body

With the 7D mkii coming out soon it will just be too much money for me

I chose the 7D because I love the 8FPS on the 1D mkii ,it has a good focusing system alike the 1D mkii,The high iso(I sometimes shoot night sky timelapses),Live view and the large buffer size

I don't need any of those creative filter stuff or a touch screen .

So Is it worthwhile buying the 7D now if I will not be able to afford 7Dmkii?

Is it a no brainer ?

Thanks

Reece

fstoparmy · Jul 2, 2013

Hi everyone,
I just did a quick video to go over the specs of the newly announced Canon EOS 70D (for those who cant be bothered to read blogs, review etc...). There are some great blogs and reviews out there, but this is just a quick overview in video form. Special thanks to Mark 5D Team II for posting the link for the images

http://youtu.be/15-mSDptDCs

Mark D5 TEAM II · Jul 2, 2013

The shots actually look better compared to the shots from previous Canon releases.

(Pretty ISO 100 Portrait model too

)

http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/samples/eos70d/

http://www.cameraegg.org/canon-eos-70d-sample-images-movies/#more-7242

ISO 3200 direct download: http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/samples/eos70d/downloads/07.jpg

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