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chauncey · Jan 9, 2014

I shoot with a 1Ds MkIII and basically love it but, it has horrible ISO performance and relatively low MP count as compared to Sony's chip in their, and Nikon's, cameras. I continue to read that Canon has a comparable chip in testing as well as a crop chip, also in testing, that supposedly surpasses anything out there.
So, I ask you...what is the delay???

barracuda · Jan 9, 2014

An interesting article on SLR sales:

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/canon-bring-production-home-yen-073624820.html

Notably:

SLR SALES

The CEO said sales of digital single-lens reflex cameras likely came in under 8 million units in 2013 for the first annual decline since Canon introduced its first model in 2004, as the slowing pace of innovation meant fewer consumers felt the need to replace older models. He also attributed the drop to prolonged economic weakness in Europe and slowing growth in China.

"SLR sales fell last year due to poor economic conditions," Mitarai said. "But I think that they will rise stably from now on. I want to aim for close to 9 million units in 2014."

But industry insiders said Canon and its closest rival Nikon Corp (TYO:7731) were struggling to clear excess inventory built up as they overcompensated for damage done to factories in Thailand after flooding in 2011 - leading to prices of entry-level models being slashed by more than 50 percent to as little as $300.

Canon's shipments of interchangeable lens cameras accounted for 45.1 percent of global shipments in July-September, according to IDC, a 5 percent drop in share from the year prior and a 25.7 percent drop in unit sales.

Pitbullo · Jan 9, 2014

I was just wondering about where Canons innovation has gone? Sure, they put a touch screen on a dslr, but that is not really innovative. We´ve had this on smart phones for a long time (yes, they are caneras as well), but that is about it. WiFi? They have offered WiFi for a long time as well, but as an add on feature. Integrating it is more of an evolution, the same as with the touch screen.

The reason I ask this question, "where are the innovation" is because I recently bought my wife a Sony NEX-6, anf my poor 550D looked really really ancient next to it!! Dont get me wrong, I do enjoy shooting my canon, and I have solid lenses, but it really was a huge gap between the Canon and the Sony.

I do think that Canon produces very good, solid performing cameras, no doubt. The 5D3 and the 1DX really dont have true competition. They are not the best at everything, but as a whole, perhaps the best tools avaliable for the professionals. However, I´m not a professional, though quite enthustiastic

Where is Canons equivalent to the Sony A7/R or the Nikon DF? Where is the downloadable apps for the Camera, motion sensors etc.? The EOS M? Never tried it, but from what I understand, a good, solid performer (after the FW update), but not very innovative.

The thing is, the people at Canon are not stupid, I am sure they have all the technology in the world to make super innovative cameras (yes, even fix the DR-problem that really isn´t a problem), but why dont they show us, or just give us some hints? Where are Canon at the CES?

I am not the type that want the latest and greatest technology at the moment it is released. But, I am gonna upgrade my equipment in a couple of years. Hopefully I can stick to Canon and not feel I´m buying an old relic.

robdubbleu · Jan 8, 2014

Hi All! First post...

I have been thinking seriously about buying an EF-S 10-22 lately. It was $529 on Amazon, dropped for about a day to $499 a few days after Xmas, then back to $529. I knew I should have bought it then....

Then 2 days ago, up to $589, and then tonight up to $599 and it says only 1 left in stock.

Also, the grey market version on B&H is no longer listed.

Anybody have any insight on this?

I was wanting one for my 7D before I head to Hawaii in Feb.

Canon Rumors · Jan 8, 2014

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Canon has released a firmware update for the EOS-1D X Digital SLR Camera.</p>
<p><b>Details</b></p>
<ol>
<li>Auto focusing performance under low-light conditions has been enhanced when performing focusing before shooting in AI Servo AF mode. The enhancement comes from the improvement in tracking capability for the first image in the low-light conditions.</li>
<li>The number of release parameters settings for the “AI Servo AF 2nd image priority” AF function has been increased to enable improved AF tracking in low light or maintain consistent high frames rates during continuous shooting.</li>
<li>The number of parameters for acceleration/deceleration tracking in the AF Configuration Tool will has been increased.</li>
<li>Exposure compensation can be performed when using manual exposure and ISO Auto.</li>
<li>The minimum shutter speed limit for ISO Auto has been increased with shutter speeds up to 1/8000.</li>
<li>A new function to keep the exposure constant by altering the ISO or shutter speed in manual exposure, when the aperture value changes when zooming or changing lenses has been added.</li>
<li>A new option has been added to orientation linked AF point to enable only the AF point to switch as you change orientation rather than both AF point/ AF area settings</li>
<li>A new option to continue to use the previously manually selected AF point as the initial starting AF point when switching to 61-point automatic selection has been added.</li>
<li>New customization of the Exposure metering and AF controls has been added for more flexibility.</li>
<li>The number of possibilities for controls to switch between one-shot AF and AI Servo AF using custom controls has been increased.</li>
<li>A function has been added to allow the playback and review of protected images only.</li>
<li>A phenomenon has been fixed in which the white balance may be disturbed by the timing of the shutter release when the drive mode is single shooting and a flash (E-TTL)is used.</li>
</ol>
<p>Firmware Version 2.0.3 is for cameras with firmware Version 1.2.4 or earlier. If the camera’s firmware is already Version 2.0.3, it is not necessary to update the firmware. When updating the firmware of your camera, please first review the instructions thoroughly before you download the firmware.</p>
<p><b>Notes:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Once the EOS-1D X camera is updated to Version 2.0.3, it cannot be restored to a previous firmware version (Version 1.0.2 through 1.2.4).</li>
<li>It is recommended that the latest application software be used, once the EOS-1D X is updated to the new Firmware Version 2.0.3 from older firmware (Versions 1.0.2 through 1.2.4). Certain previous versions of these applications do not support functions which are added by the new firmware. You can download the latest application software from our Web site.</li>
<li>Accompanying the enhancements to the functions, the instruction manual has also been revised. Users are asked to download both the latest firmware and the instruction manual. You can download the <a href="http://usa.canon.com/cusa/support/professional/professional_cameras/eos_digital_slr_cameras/eos_1d_x#BrochuresAndManuals" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">latest instruction manual</a> from our Web site.</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/professional/products/professional_cameras/digital_slr_cameras/eos_1d_x#DriversAndSoftware" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Download Firmware Version 2.0.3 for the EOS 1DX</a></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

Dreamer · Jan 8, 2014

Hello all

I guess you could class me as a CR Stalker - being only my second post - and have been visiting CR pages regularly. Being a novice, but enthusiast (hence my nic), to the art of photography, I have little to offer in these forums. I therefore prefer to listen than contribute -so I guess I'm a bit of a sponger in that respect, but I figure if I have little to contribute - best shut up.

Anyway - I feel compelled to say a general thankyou to all on this site - and there are far too many to mention - but particularly Neuroanatomist and Mt Spokane who have provided so many detailed contributions and specific support that have helped me (and I'm sure many others) both in my search for gear, flash photography and also techniques for better perfecting the art.

friedrice1212 · Jan 8, 2014

Hey folks, I just received wind from Adorama that they launched some new monolights. Price is ridiculously low, starting at 50$ for a 120Ws model. There's gotta be a catch somewhere I figure. I almost feel like trying a couple out just to see what they really are. I mean, for 50$ each...

Anyway, just putting it out there. What do you guys think? Sugar-coated bomb or not?

http://www.adorama.com/searchsite/default.aspx?searchinfo=fplfbf*

P.S. Not affiliated with them or anything. Just stumbled upon it.

Steve Todd · Jan 8, 2014

Canon USA website for the 1DX

"Drivers & Software
We have detected your operating system. You may select a different OS from the drop down menu if you wish. Click on the file name to navigate to download, then click on "I Agree - Begin Download" to start downloading.

Operating System:

Show All

Drivers
Software
Utilities
Firmware

File Description Date Size
EOS-1D X Firmware Version 2.0.3 [Mac OS X] 01/09/14 33.34 MB"

surapon · Jan 8, 2014

Dear Teachers and Friends.
Just bother my low level brain , that why some canon cheapest lens is sharper ( According to the Charts) than the High end " L " lens---Yes, I know that This L Lens is Faster Lens.
Yes, I just order My New toy EF -M 18-55 mm F/ 3.5 - 5.6 IS STM = $ 109 US Dollars for my new toy EOS-M--For the Low Price, I think that this Lens is Cheap and No good at all, But, When I compare with His Bigger Brother EF 16-35 mm F/ 2.8 L II ( $ 1699)---Per Canon Chart, This Cheapo is Sharper than the High cost one. Am I wrong ?----May Be my Brain not working to night.
Yes, I know---We can not compare the Slow Lens and Faster Lens-----BUT, My Canon EF-M 22 mm. F/ 2.0 is not bad at all, yes , less sharper at the center( 9.0 compare to 9.5), but sharper at the corners.
MAY BE MY WRONG THINKING OF THE POOR BRAIN is drive me crazy.
Please, I need your Help to correct me if I wrong. Yes, If I take the Photo at High F stop at F = 8.0 in the day time, Bright Sun Shine at ISO = 100, Am I right that The Cheapo EF-M 18-55 mm is Sharper all of the Picture include all corners = ???
Thousand Thanks, Sir.
Surapon

LightandMotion · Jan 8, 2014

First image taken by the Canon 70-200mm f2.8IS on the A7R. Manual focus using focus peaking. Sri Lankan Tamil Tea Picker in Central Province, Sri Lanka. For the back story if interested, Google 'Sri Lankan Tea Picker".

"The Cloak of Invisibility"

jrda2 · Jan 8, 2014

Awesome display of lens technology: http://www.popphoto.com/gear/2014/01/video-what-goes-inside-canon-lenses

It reminds me to never take the work that goes into our gear for granted.

jaket84 · Jan 8, 2014

Canon 1Dx , 50mm f1.2

Canon 1dx 50mm f1.2 HQ TEST, 1080p 50fps, Full HD,

Snodge · Jan 8, 2014

I'd not come across this Leica Nocticron 42.5mm f/1.2 lens before, it's for Micro 4/3 cameras, and Gordon Laing at Cameralabs has some test images up at http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Panasonic_Leica_DG_Nocticron_42-5mm_f1-2_H-NS043E/ if anyone is curious.

transpo1 · Jan 8, 2014

I bought my 5Diii about 2 months ago and have used it on one trip to Italy for olive harvesting season and have come to find out there is a dirty spot on the sensor. Not a huge issue, but I'd like to have a perfectly clean sensor and entrust it to the professionals to clean.

Does anyone have any recommends on where to have this done?

Canon? B&H (I hear they do this)? Any good / bad experiences?

dude · Jan 8, 2014

What is the track record with official refurbished Canon camera bodies from the Canon Refurbished store? Specifically 1D-X, 5Diii bodies. I know they come with a 1 year warranty. I am more interested in how they hold up over time compared to new bodies.

Steve Todd · Jan 8, 2014

Looking at the Canon USA web site for the 1DX, one could assume the new firmware version 2.0 is already out there! Maybe this is an indicator that it might be released at any time?

Here's what's on it:

"Overview

The choice of professionals in fields ranging from extreme sports to wedding photographers, the EOS-1D X DSLR camera is incomparable in speed, ruggedness and precision. And it only gets better. Responding to user input, the new Firmware Update Version 2.0 adds enhancements that provide improved AF performance and more control of exposure and customization, helping to ensure EOS-1D X users have an ideal tool to do what they do best: capturing those golden opportunities, wherever and whenever they happen."

mackguyver · Jan 8, 2014

The topic of the which ISO is best came about several years ago with the 5D II and Technicolor's release of their CineStyle Picture Style. Numerous blogs and tests were done for video, but it seems that this is still an unanswered question in terms of stills. There have been several debates over the camera pushing and pulling data, reduced DR, etc.

I believe I ignited the latest round of this discussion when reviewing some distant telephoto shots, so I'll see what I can do to settle it.

Over the next few days, I'll get out some of my IT-8 targets & ColorChecker Passport and take lots of shots under controlled lighting with my 5DIII and TS-E 24 II and/or 300 2.8 IS II at numerous ISOs and light levels. I'll post the results / files and ask for peer review. I don't have any analytical tools, so will have to go by IQ and file sizes, I suppose, but I'm still thinking about it...

If you have any suggestions before I start testing, please let me know.

UnleashedVisuals · Jan 8, 2014

Hi,

I wonder if anyone else has experienced Vertical (shadow) banding with his 6D camera? I have plenty of noise in the shadows/low light areas with vertical lines in it. I had it with my previous body, got a new one and the problem is still the same...
Contacted Canon and showed some 'test footage' but all they see is some compression...

All this footage was shot at ISO 400 (!!!) with f/4, FULL HD ALL-I 25p settings... And it looks awefull!
I bought this camera because of the good reviews, but as a film maker I can't do ***¨ with it now. Sending it in for reviewing the sensor at a Canon repair center, but I think they will say there is no problem. Isn't there? :-\

http://we.tl/dy8ZPkjRg8

Grtz

Andy_Hodapp · Jan 8, 2014

Just got myself a Helios 44M-4 at a thrift shop, came with a Zenit 11 but I just bought the camera for the lens. I know these lenses are supposed to have beautiful bokeh but I've also heard some will hit the mirror of full frame cameras. I shoot with a 5D MKII and I just ordered a this adapter http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001G4QXN2/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I was wondering if anyone had any experience with a similar set up and weather it hit the mirror and if there are any modifications that can easily be done to the lens to avoid this.

Here is an image of the lens itself

Hjalmarg1 · Jan 8, 2014

Dear fellows, due to the recent drop in the price of the Canon 70D and similar or better features offered by this compared to the Canon 7D, I was wondering if replacing my Canon 7D by 70D would be a good option for casual photography. Pricewise I can still sell my used 7D for around $900 and get the new 70D for about the same.
On top, the ergonomics of the 70D are very similar to the FF Canon 6D that is also in my plans. Any thought?

abi Danial · Jan 7, 2014

Hi, im abi Danial, a black and white photography lover. Most of my photos are surreal, mood, long exposure, blur and hope you enjoy it ;D

Thank you

Run

Shipwreck

Door to another world

Guitarist

The story of the blind men

Chair

Moving forward

Abandoned

Homesick

...

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, Sabah Malaysia

Sunset

Lizard

...

MM2531 · Jan 7, 2014

I am a newbie, recently retired, and starting to get serious about my photography. I currently have the 60D with the 50 1.8, 15-85 lenses. I am going on an African safari later this year, and have decided to add the 70-300 4-5.6 IS L lens. I read a lot of discussions here, and have settled on the 70-300 mainly because of the weight and portability. On my crop body, I am hoping that the reach will be fine.

So here is the dilemma. Looks like I missed the $200 rebate on the lens and will now have to pay $1599. I happened to notice that not only was the lens cheaper at Camera Canada, but the rebate in Canada does not expire until January 16th.

Has anyone purchased a lens from Canada? I know that Camera Canada is a reputable store, but I am wondering what additional fees I might expect besides the $29 shipping fee and any fee that the credit card might charge me. Also, I know that the warranty will be fine from Canon, but do you think there will be an issue with collecting the rebate since I am in the US and buying from Canada?

Appreciate any thoughts.

Thanks
MM

Canon Rumors · Jan 7, 2014

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Gura Gear is excited to introduce the newest limited edition color in the Bataflae 32L – Stone Green. Stone Green was inspired by our recent work in the field and will be available exclusively in the Bataflae 32L beginning in Mid-January 2014. The limited edition Grey and Tan colors of the Bataflae 32L were discontinued last fall, and we <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/32L_StoneGreen.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-15468" alt="32L_StoneGreen" src="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/32L_StoneGreen-150x150.jpg" width="150" height="150" /></a> are currently out of stock of the Grey Bataflae 32L and have limited quantities remaining of the Tan Bataflae 32L. <b>Pre-order the new Stone Green today to receive it in the first shipment later this month. </b>If you have any questions, please contact Sarah Hamilton at <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> or +1 (801) 823-2809.</p>
<p><strong>CR’s Take

</strong>I love the Bataflae 32L bag, I think it’s the best travel bag when you have to move lots of gear. Below is the gear inside my Bataflae 32L right now. I’m currently travelling through Florida, Costa Rica and Suriname. I’ve never had a problem with getting this bag onto an airplane as carry-on. As it sits, it’s a solid 40lbs of gear!</p>
<p>I like this bag as it’s a backpack, a rolling bag would be quite cumbersome when travelling to locations that do not have paved paths. This bag itself weighs about 4.5lbs, which is extremely light for a backpack.</p>
<p>There’s no laptop pouch in the 32L, which is ok, as I wouldn’t want 40lbs of gear on top of the laptop if the bag falls that way, the Bataflae 22L does have a laptop sleeve. That being said, every airline I’ve flown with allows a separate laptop/messenger bag, which I use for laptop, headphones, media tools.</p>
<p>There’s no perfect camera bag, as most of us have more than one. If you’re in the market for a versatile gear mover, take a look at the <a href="http://www.guragear.com/bataflae/" target="_blank">Bataflae line of bags</a>.</p>
<div id="attachment_15467" style="width: 585px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/guragear.jpeg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-15467" alt="Gura Gear Bataflae 32L loaded up." src="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/guragear-575x323.jpeg" width="575" height="323" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Gura Gear Bataflae 32L loaded up. – Click for larger</p></div>
<p><strong>Contents of the bag</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/827036-REG/Canon_5253B002_EOS_1D_X_EOS_Digital.html/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">EOS-1D X</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/827036-REG/Canon_5253B002_EOS_1D_X_EOS_Digital.html/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">EOS-1D X</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/486708-USA/Canon_1910B002AA_EF_16_35mm_f_2_8L_II.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">EF 16-35 f/2.8L II</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/898652-USA/Canon_6313b002_EF_24_70mm_f_4_0L_IS.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">EF 24-70 f/4L IS</a></li>
<li><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">EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/542293-REG/Canon_2746B002AA_EF_800mm_f_5_6L_IS.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">EF 800 f/5.6L IS</a></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.guragear.com/bataflae/" target="_blank">Visit Gura Gear</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

Eldar · Jan 7, 2014

Here´s confirmation that the Otus 55/1.4 will be followed by an 85/1.4. Zeiss have confirmed on their Facebook that the 85 will be available in 2014. In the video attached, they also say that a unspecific wide angel/1.4 will follow. It their quality is anything like the 55/1.4, I´ll que up for them.

Carl Zeiss 55mm f/1.4 Distagon, Sony NEX, and 135mm f/2.0 APO-Sonnar

amazon1nyc · Jan 7, 2014

Canon has recently announced the new Powershots at CES 2014. I don't see a replacement to the SX50-HS. Is it safe to assume that it was just a rumor all along? Any thoughts on this.

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