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focusing screen dilemma resolved

S
I have two manual focus lens, two auto focus lens and a 6d. I could see in Photoshop focus was often soft or off on a number of photos. Tried a Ec-A (micro prism) and a Ec-B (split image) focusing screen but had two issues: 1) I could not align the small center circle with the center focusing aid and 2) The center focusing aid went dark on smaller apertures especially if it was a low light situation. Solution? I installed the Eg-S. No center focusing aid to align or go dark. I had the more precise focusing I needed without the issues. I do use auto focus in low light with a f5.6 lens. The Eg-S is also not as clear as the Eg-A standard precision screen Canon supplies. Eg-S is designed for f2.8 or larger apertures. I'm using it successfully on f1.8, f2, f4 and f5.6 lens.

The Eg-S is available from Amazon and and other Canon retailers for less than $35. Can be installed on 6D, 5D Mark II and 5D Mark III for sure. May work on other EOS cameras as well. Works for me. I can see far better what is in focus in the viewfinder.
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Does This 6D Upgrade Make Sense?

Cory
Only a matter of time before I trade my T1i in for a 6D. Most of my photography is indoor volleyball for which I use the Canon 100 2.0 and 200 2.8II lenses with results that would even stun the editors of Sports Illustrated.
Does it make sense to stick with the 100 and 200 for indoor sports (and the 100 2.0 for portraits), add a Canon 35 1.4 (I just really like primes) for most non-sports things and a 100-400 for outdoor sports, events, etc.?
So the proposed line-up would be:
6D
35 1.5
100 2.0
200 2.8
100-400
Thanks.
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remote shooting

J
can anyone advice me on the capabilities of the rc-6 ir remote control. i want to set up my camera around the garden and take shots of birds, foxes , put it up trees etc ( i havnt got any super long lenses) so itll be like a camera trap but ill be controlling when it fires.


i have a 6d but sadly i have a windows phone (no canon app) and i dont own a laptop (my desktop pc is not close to the garden and not possible to move), so the wifi/tethered options are a no go.

my options are , buy android phone/get alaptop (expensive ) or another remote

is the rc-6 anygood for a budget option, is it something that i could work around its limitations, or is there another relatively cheap option i could go for. considering my gardens not huge but might want to work at 20 meteres
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200-400 f4 and the "new" 100-400 zoom

I have a couple of questions...

1. How much do you think the 200-400 actually costs to manufacture? It seems to me that even allowing for a hefty markup and amortizing development costs across the number of lenses they are likely to sell (at +10k a pop) the retail price is out of line with costs. I'm not asking if this is what the market can bear and all that, just trying to get a feel for cost vs. price.

I don't know, maybe their manufacuring costs were doubled by the tsunami (building the factory twice...)

2. How much of the lens (hardware such as the glass, electronics, or manufacturing equipment needed to produce the lens) would be transferable to the "new" 100-400? And is this where they are going? A metaphor might be commercial aviation, the 200-400 is business class and the 100-400 is coach. One pays the overhead and they other marginal costs.
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Can a (DSLR) flash cause permanent eye damage?

sandymandy
Hi,

out of curiosity and since i just remembered as a kid i accidently fired off my compact camera flash directly in front of my eyes ( ::) ) im wondering if permanent eye damage is possible with my inbuilt 1100D camera flash for example. Some external flashes are able to burn plastic bags as can be seen on youtube. Oh and the compact camera flash just gave me purple vision for some time but nothing permanent.

Just wanna see some calculations of the mathematics/physics experts here (i suck at this) like

1.) Whats the minimum flash power needed to cause retinal burn or other permanent damage

2.) If its even possible to happen in real cuz light travels different inside the eyeball onto the retina than in the air i guess etc.

im just curious so please satisfy my scientific needs :)
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1D X White Balance Bug NOW WITH SAMPLES...

clicstudio
I have a problem with white balance shifting on random images on my 1D X.
White balance is set to Flash, Manual Exposure and Aperture and ISO. NOTHING AUTOMATIC except for AF.
Out of 307 photos I took yesterday, about 8 or 9 have a "colder" white balance. Basically they look less "warm".
I shoot models so I can tell right away because of the skin tones and the over all scene changing.
At first I thought it was a color problem with my Einstein Flashes not keeping up while shooting rapidly (The camera is on Low Speed at 3fps anyway and at about 10% of power, so recycling shouldn't be a problem) but I notice this also happens when using available light.
This happens every day on random images and I am concerned at the moment thinking I might have a faulty sensor or light meter...
I have the latest firmware and use a Canon 24-70 F2.8L II...
Anyone has the same issue? Please let me know.
I am a CPS Gold Member and could send the camera to Canon for a checkup...
Cheers

Patrick
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LensRentals.com Tests the EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x

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<p><strong>From LensRentals.com

</strong>Roger over at <a href="http://www.lensrentals.com" target="_blank">LensRentals.com</a> has taken some time to test a variety of Canon 400mm lenses, including the new EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x.</p>
<p><strong>Roger’s initial take…</strong>

<em>“I can’t say whether it’s worth the price or not, but I can certainly say it’s the sharpest zoom lens I’ve ever seen, with image quality rivaling the most expensive primes.”</em></p>
<p>He did note however, that the 200-400 is a bit shorter at the long end than the EF 400 f/2.8L IS II. They’ve come to the initial conclusion that it’s about 95% of the 400 2.8 primes focal length.</p>
<div id="attachment_13672" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 585px"><a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/200400imatest1.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-13672" alt="IMATEST Results for Canon 400mm Lenses" src="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/200400imatest1.jpg" width="575" height="140" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">IMATEST Results for Canon 400mm Lenses</p></div>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2013/06/canon-200-400mm-f4-is-quick-comparison" target="_blank">Read the post at LensRentals.com</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><strong>Canon EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x $11,799</strong>

</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong><strong>USA: </strong><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/973129-REG/canon_5176b002_ef_200_400mm_f_4l_is.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/CA2004004.html?KBID=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CQGF8H6/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00CQGF8H6&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20" target="_blank">Amazon</a> | <a href="http://www.normancamera.com/index/page/product/product_id/28468/product_name/Canon+EF+200-400mm+f4L+IS+USM+Lens+with+Internal+1.4x+Extender" target="_blank">Norman Camera</a></strong></li>
<li><strong><strong>Canada: </strong><a href="http://www.cameracanada.com/enet-cart/product.asp?pid=5176B002" target="_blank">Camera Canada</a></strong></li>
<li><strong><strong>Europe: </strong><a href="http://www.photocineshop.com/fr/vente/products/Canon-EF-200-400-mm-f-4L-IS-USM-Multiplicateur-1-4X-integre-WB0RS5?search=200-400&page=1" target="_blank">PhotoCineShop</a></strong></li>
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5D Mk III Vs. 7D Vs. T4i VIDEO ONLY

B
So I recently had to give up my 5D Mk III due to my car breaking down and needing to be fixed (Damn BMWs are so expensive ;_;). Anyhow, it's summer and I'd really like to take advantage of the time to make more videos, my main focus.
Speaking of video purposes only, should I invest in a T4i for the time being and just upgrade down the road or just save straight for a MkIII if it means losing summer's opportunity to shoot?
I've had the 7D and Mk III before, never the T4i, and I understand the big differences are Noise, build quality, and stuff when comparing the T4i to the two, but if it's only video, and in controlled environments, will I be okay just using a T4i?
For sure, I'm going to need a camera that does full HD and has 60 FPS. I mainly shoot outdoors and the latest is sunset when I shoot (I usually hit 1600 ISO when I do that.)
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5D Mark III phenomenon

Harv
My newly acquired 5D Mark III does something that I find really odd.

When I have occasion to remove the CF card for any reason and re-insert it, the camera switches to the SD card. It does this even when the camera has been turned off. My 1D Mark IV will do this, but only if the camera is left on when the CF card is removed, and never when turned off. This can be really a pain in the butt if I'm not paying attention or forget to check before I start shooting again.

Both cards are set in the camera to 'Standard' mode, not to switch or record to both.

I've looked through the manual but can find no mention of this. Am I missing a setting somewhere? This is really annoying.
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$1550 for a used 85L f1.2 II

Dylan777
I saw a post on CL - 85L f1.2 II selling for $1775.

Condition according to seller:
1. Like new in term of funtionality and cosmetic. ( I did saw the pictures from seller, the lens looks new)
2. No dust, B&W filter is included
3. Date code UA(2012)
4. Comes with everything box, foams, etc....original receipt from best buy. Warranty is just expired
5. Reason for selling: seller wants 50L. 85L is little to tight.

I spoke to seller over the phone and we agreed @ $1550 cash.

Question: Would you go for it if all conditions above are true?
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EOS M Firmware Update Coming Soon

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<p><strong>Autofocus Speed Boost</strong>

Further enhancing the performance and utility of the EOS M, Canon also announces today a firmware upgrade that boosts the AF shutter speed, making One Shot AF up to 2.3x faster1. The new firmware delivers improved performance as a result of a reworked AF Drive Control System and Canon encourages all existing users of the EOS M to download the new firmware version 2 once it becomes available at the end of June 2013.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>
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Need help with basic settings for 60D

O
I've been testing my 60D on manual mode
I don't seem to be able to get a good picture
The picture is always dark - I'm just testing from my bedroom - I'm using the standard 18 - 55mm lens

I've tried increasing the ISO to max (even though I read somewhere that you should go beyond 1600 - is that correct?). I've increased and decreased the aperture to both ends of the spectrum. I've changed the shutter speed from 1/50 to as fast as it will go. I've tried changing the AWB to be auto and also tungsten light

I've also tried to change the exposure setting. When I turn the wheel, I get 2 vertical lines both going in opposite directions

I've tried in Av mode just to test. Same again

The thing is, I also have a Canon 1100D. When I took pics with that, they came out fine. The light of the picture was spot on. BUT... the lens I used was a 50mm F1.8 - where I made the aperture 1.8 or 2.0

If I use auto, the flash pops up and takes a pic - but the colour just isn't right

Where am I going wrong??

Thanks in advance


Omar
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Is the 16-35 L II worth its price?

davidrf
Hello,
I have a 60D but I'm about to get a 6D, I shoot urbex and landscapes most of the times, so I like wide angle lenses. I've had a good Sigma 10-20 and now I have a great Canon 15-85.

Stepping up to full frame, the natural choice would be a Canon 16-35 L II, because i found the Sigma 12-24 too much soft. But.

But reading several opinions on the forums, I noticed that a lot of people say the 16-35 L II isn't worth that much money, and that it's not as sharp as an L lens should be. I'm sure it's sharper than a Sigma 12-24, but I'd like to have a serious sharpness betterment over the 15-85 I have right now.

What do you think? Thanks a lot!
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Why Does the 100-400L Sell So Well Still ?

C
Hi. Well I just posted a 70-200L / IS / 70-300L question and got some great comments. Food for thought.
I was not sure if to keep that post going or create a new one. As you can see I decided on the latter :D

I read recently that the 100-400L out sells the 70-300L by 4 to 1. If this is true how can that be ? It really confuses me more when I read that the 70-300L has better IQ, AF and IS. Build quality is amazing and no push pull.

Do people need the extra 100mm that much?
Do people compare the two lenses or just buy the 100-400L because so many other photographers use it?
Are people buying now because yes they would love the version II but are scared that it will be to expensive?

I had all the advice and helpful tips I needed to get my new camera sorted but the lens side for me is still driving me crazy :P
I really would still prefer a zoom over a prime.

As usual thanks in advance for your feedback.
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24-70 II slight clicking sound when zooming

Viggo
Hi guys!

Instead of completely highjacking another thread I'll post a new topic.

Does everybody experience a very slight frequent "tick.tick,tick" noise when turning the zoomring of the 24-70 mk2?

It's spanking new, only very slight afma was needed (+1 to +3) and AF works perfect, the zoom turns smoothly otherwise. I just want to make sure it's nothing wrong.

Thanks!
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EOS 5D Mark III w/24-70 f/4L IS Kit Coming Soon

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<p><strong>Is the EF 24-105 f/4L IS Going Away?

</strong>The EF 24-70 f/4L IS will soon be kitted with the EOS 5D Mark III. I’m also hoping we’ll see it with the EOS 6D as well.</p>
<p>The release date for the new kit(s) is June 13, 2013.</p>
<p>As of writing this, we have no pricing. Expect to see some “white box” discounts on the EF 24-70 f/4L IS soon.</p>
<p>I haven’t heard anything in regards to the EF 24-105 f/4L IS getting discontinued, so I’d expect to see that lens in kits for some time to come.</p>
<p><em><a href="http://www.adorama.com/CA24704U.html?kbid=64393">EF 24-70 f/4L IS $1199</a></em></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>
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