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5d3 and FoCal errors

sturdiva
Apologies if this is the wrong place to post this, but I recently purchased the FoCal software to help with autofocus adjustments and am running into an error (and not getting any responses trying to use their support). I'm hoping someone else on this forum has run into a similar problem and might have a solution (or ideas to try).

When running the MSC test the program is giving me the following error:

`A failure occured trying to focus. The reported error is: DoPhaseDetectAF: Action timeout'

Exposure on the target is ~1/25 f/2.8 iso 100 and when depressing the shutter button the camera is able to acquire focus quickly without problem.
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Camera (Body Only) or Camera with Bundle Kit

G
Hi everyone, this is my very first post so please be gentle. I just recently became a father of a 5 months old baby, and me and my wife likes to take our son for his photoshoot every 3 months. Well, having your child photographed by pro does not come cheap so instead of doing that, I'm going to purchase my very first DLSR camera, debating on Canon 60D or T4i, although I really want the Canon 6D or better yet the Canon 5D Mark III (out of my budget) and learn the basics of photography. So, I just want peoples opinion on what's smarter for point and shoot person to entry level photographer on what to purchase beforehand. Is it better for me to buy a camera with bundle kit or just buy camera (body only) because a friend of mine told me that its very important to have great lens. I also want to know peoples suggestions on what lenses I would need for portrait/low-light landscape/cityscape photography. I've read a few must have lenses, Canon EF 50mm f1.8 (for the low price) & Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM (for quality).

Thanks everyone, appreciate it!
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Exposure and focusing help with tilt/shift lenses

Steve Todd
I just purchased a TS-E 24 II. I know exposure is usually best set before applying any T/S adjustments. However, there seems to be a lot of difference in the actual exposures, even when using this method. I set exposure using only the Manual mode (all manual, no auto ISO!), which works pretty well. Does anyone have a method they use to speed-up the exposure accuracy process?

Also, I have found that focusing in manual exposure mode, can be difficult in Live-View using the exposure simulation mode (too dark). So I do not use it (exp sim) except in bright sunlight. For tripod-mounted shots I have found some workarounds. However, I plan on doing a lot of handheld work with this lens too where I will be focusing strictly through the viewfinder. Any suggestions or methods out there that have worked well for you?

Thanks in advance!
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Why would a beginner not buy an EOS 650?

Trevor
A friend has asked me to recommend a camera (that does everything!), so I've been looking at the specs of the 'entry level' Canon DSLRs.

In the UK, the 650 comes bundled with an 18-55 II for 498 GBP ... I'm not sure there's anything else that represents the same value for money in the smaller chip size?

I'm also going to suggest they handle a few DSLRs and compare them with mirrorless models to see what they think of the handling. Any recommendations ?
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Review - EOS 6D By Gizmodo

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<strong>Great stills, not so great video


</strong>Gizmodo has reviewed the EOS 6D and found it to be a great still camera. However, they did notice the video produced by the EOS 6D is prone to pretty bad moire, something that doesn’t affect the EOS 5D Mark III.</p>
<p>As I’ve told most people, if serious video is your thing, get a 5D Mark III. We are hoping the moire issue can be resolved somewhat with a future firmware update.</p>
<p><strong>Gizmodo Conclusion

</strong><em><b>“</b>If you are most interested in stills and don’t care that much about video quality, the 6D is a great value—it produces top-notch pictures, with very few compromises, at a lower price than we’ve ever seen. But if you are looking for the video prowess of the 5D Mark III, plan to pony up that extra $900.”</em></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://gizmodo.com/5970624/canon-eos-6d-review-beautiful-full+frame-stills-crummy-full+frame-video" target="_blank">Read the full review</a></strong></p>
<p><em><strong>Canon EOS 6D for $1999 at <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/892349-REG/Canon_8035b002_EOS_6D_Digital_Camera.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009B0MZ8U/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B009B0MZ8U&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20" target="_blank">Amazon</a> | <a href="http://www.normancamera.com/index/page/product/product_id/26833/product_name/Canon+EOS+6D+Digital+Camera+%28Body+Only%29+" target="_blank">Norman</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/ICA6D.html?kbid=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a></strong></em></p>
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Evaluating Usage of a Canon 1D Mark IV or any other video capable DSLR

T
I've been on the lookout for an excellent deal for a used 1D Mark IV and found a few with ridiculously low shutter counts, some at less than 5,000 and many under 10,000. It just occured to me that thousands of hours of video may have been shot by those camera bodies. Does anyone know if that affects the shutter counts and if not, does video hours affect the useful life of the camera.
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6D vs 5D mark III

D
So, here is a review and a bunch of tests on dynamic range, low light, focus, and video between these cameras:
http://www.learningcameras.com/reviews/4-dslrs/92-canon-6d-vs-5d-mark-iii

Canon 6D Vs. 5D Mark III Hands On Review


Interestingly enough the video on the 6D looked much sharper than the 5D. However, while my video didn't have much Moire in it, other tests are showing this is a huge issue in the 6D and not so much in the 5D. Canon must have removed something to make the 6D sharper that no longer defends against Moire.
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Soon to be Launched EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x

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<p><strong>From Canon Singapore

</strong>Canon Singapore posted an image on the their Facebook page showing the EF 200-400 f/4L IS 1.4x.</p>
<p><strong>They say in the caption:</strong>

<em>“Be one of the first to check out the <strong>soon to be launched EF 200-400mm f/4L IS USM Extender 1.4x</strong> at the EOS Experience Roadshow happening this weekend! We’ll be at Cathay Orchard Cineleisure this 4-6 January from 11am-10pm! See you there!”</em></p>
<p>The wait may finally be over. How much you ask? I’m still hearing it’ll be about $11,000 USD.</p>
<p>Source: [<a href="http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151216535287883&set=a.289075002882.144120.286731937882&type=1&theater" target="_blank">Canon Singapore</a>]</p>
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4 weeks Trip around California

J
Hello,

I am french and I am planning a trip to California in August this year with my wife and my one year's old daughter.
I (will) own : a 6D with 24-105 (replacing my current 40D with 15-85) ; 100L ; 200L 2.8 ; 50 1.4 ; 40 2.8.

We will stay one week in San Fransisco and rent a camping car 2 or 3 weeks to visit Yosemite Park, Grand Canyon, LasVegas and others to define.
I want to go light because i will have my daughter in a backpack and I can't have a dedicated photo bag. One lens will be mounted on the 6D and the other one will be at my belt in a lens bag. I also don't want to let expensive lenses in the camping car all the day ...

I will take the 24 105, and i would like to add only one lens or two if the the second is small.

So what would you take ? Low light ( 50 1.4 ), Tele (200) or Macro (100) ?

I know it's also a matter of taste but it could help to hear others opinions.

Sorry for my English and Thanks in advance.

Any advice about the trip is welcome.
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Which lens/body combo: non-purchase advice requested (50, 135 & 17-55 on 20D/7D)

A
I have just upgraded my body (camera as well :-)!!!), and am looking for recommendations on the best combo:

My previous camera was the EOS-20D, which I have just upgraded to the 7D (5 months ago), with the intention of selling the older one. I purchased an EF 135 f/2L last year and was using this lens almost exclusively instead of the kit 17-85 lens.

I have now decided to keep the 20D, having sold the 17-85 lens only. I have the following lenses: which would you keep on which body, and why?

135 f/2L (1 year old)
50 f/1.4 (6 months)
17-55 f/2.8 IS (new)

I bought the 7D primarily for the extra frame-rate and AF points for use with the 135 lens. I was happy with the results of the 135 on the 20D, but am ecstatic with it on the 7D.

My future lens purchase considerations (in order of priority) are the 300 f/4L IS, 35 f/1.4L & 85 f/1.8. I don't need two bodies, but it's easier than swapping lenses (and no-one has offered a sensible price). I would also be tempted by a mythical 7D Mk II, assuming 10fps & better ISO performance, but would sell the 7D for this.

Many thanks for your expert opinions and advice....
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Canon 5D Mark iii + 50 1.4 ii?

K
After a couple of years in film photography and playing around with a t1i, my girlfriend surprised me with a 5D mark iii. However, I had to buy a lens since I didn't get one with it but don't really had the funds so decided to get a 50mm f/1.4 ii. Will it be a decent combo, until I do buy a better lens? Is there a better choice at this point? Any help would be great.

Thank you
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Glacier National Park - New lens?

D
Hello all,

I will be going to Glacier National Park In late July. I am planning on taking quite a few pictures, as I love traveling to the National Parks.

I have a t4i, 70-200 2.8 IS II, 18-135 IS, and the 25mm macro extension tubes.

I have two main questions concerning this trip.

First, should I look into purchasing (or perhaps renting) a specific wide angle? I hope I can upgrade to FF sometime, but this likely won't be until about 5 years down the road. The two options I was considering here are the 16-35 II and the 10-22. I understand the crop vs FF and everything, but is there a big quality difference? I also like to try some astrophotography, but either lens would be better than what I currently have as far as that is concerned (and besides, with the 600 rule and my crop body the not as fast lens should allow me to have brighter pictures, all things considered). Are there any sweeping landscapes at Glacier that beg for an ultra-wide angle shot? I'm not the best at panos, so I'd rather not count on that.

Secondly, should I add an extender for wildlife? If so, would the 1.4x III be enough? I have read many reviews that the 1.4x III is a better extender than the 2x III, but am definitely not opposed to the 2x III at all. If there is no need for an extender, I would rather save the money, but I definitely don't want to miss that moose/bear/bald eagle shot because I don't have one (or don't have the right one).

Lastly, are there any locations that are a must? And is there any other specific gear that I "must" bring to have a successful trip?

Unfortunately, time is kind of a rush as the spectacular lens rebates are ending soon. Any advice is greatly appreciated!

Thanks!
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CES 2013

G
I havent been around long enough to see what canon does at CES. DO they even announce anything? Or is it just a place to showcase what they already have?
I do know what I am looking from them-some APS-C updates(70d or 7d markii), And a new 50mm F?.?(i am not to worried about which lineup it replaces but L would be nice but my guess it will replace the gold ring and not red)
So what do you want? What do you think is realistic?
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Boy Scout Photography Class - Thoughts?

RustyTheGeek
Plan to teach another (basics) Photography Class to scouts soon. Been pondering how to make it fun, keep scouts' attention, etc. Not my first rodeo but it never hurts to get input from others and gain more perspective. I've got a projector, computer, extra cameras, etc. Their requirements include learning photography basics and making a poster board or slide presentation with their pictures that tells a story.

So for all you instructors out there, anything you think makes a big splash or is a hit with your audience, I'm all ears! Thanks!

Also, some low cost camera thoughts/ideas for those young shooters... I was thinking either a used Rebel with kit lens (harder to come by) or a Canon SX160 from Amazon, etc that is a P&S but still allows for manual control and takes AA batteries when the suggested AA rechargeables run down while camping.
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EOS 6D kit worth it with Canon EF 24-70mm f/4L IS?

K
Hi everyone!

I'm not a pro at all, but I like to have descent gear to capture great moments of my kids, vacations and playing around at times also. I currently own the 60D which was an upgrade for me from the 500D. Now I'm considdering the 6D but I don't know if the new kit lens Canon EF 24-70mm f/4 L IS USM is worth it? It's about half the price for the lens if I buy the kit it seems (here in Denmark), but still, it's a lot of money coming from the lower end 60D, hence the question! :)

I would have these lenses acquiring the 6D:
- EF 50mm f/1.4
- EF 24mm f/2.8 IS

And I would say goodbye to these because of fullframe:
- EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS (my first lens)
- EF-S 60mm f/2.8 macro

I don't miss a zoom that often, so I mainly use the 50mm. I use the 24mm for video and if I have to capture more like inside. So is this EF 24-70mm f/4L IS worth it? I would presume that at 24mm my prime lens is better due to being f/2.8 but also image quality?

Any help is appreciated if you want to help a semi-beginner! ;)
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Prime Lens for 6D

Rmafive
Hi Guys,

I just got my first full frame camera for Christmas, a 6D. I am so excited and I am starting to look into buying a new lens for it. I currently have a 24-105 f/4L, which is an awesome lens I use everyday, along with an older 17-85 f/4-5.6 I had before I got the L lens. My next lenses down the road will be the new 24-70 and 70-200, but I don't want to spend 2000+ right now!

I am starting to look into getting my first prime lens and I am having a hard time making a decision. My friend has a 35 mm f/1.4L lens, which I found quite amazing, though I didn't use it for long. I also am looking into a 50 mm f/1.4. I know these lenses have huge price differences, and I am also concerned about the looming update for the 35 mm lens. My main question is, what do you guys find the best focal length for an everyday prime lens? I feel kind of restricted at 50 mm, but I wonder if 35 mm is too wide for an everyday walk-around lens.
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Canon 35mm f/2 IS VS the Sigma 35mm f/1.4

D
Finally, a good review between these two lenses:

http://learningcameras.com/reviews/7-lenses/90-canon-35mm-f2-is-vs-sigma-35mm-f14

Canon 35mm f/2 IS VS Sigma 35mm f/1.4 Lens

Look, there is no issue that the 35mm f/2 IS is a good lens. The problem is just about every prime lens is great at f/2...even the 50mm f/1.8. And with build quality hardly better than other $400 lenses, I just don't get why I would pay $850 for this lens vs the Sigma or Canon f/1.4. We already know Canon can make lenses with IS for $130 so why the extra cost? I'm worried at what Canon is doing and i'm so glad Sigma and Tamron are starting to give us the lenses we want with great performance & build for a cheaper price.
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24-85mm Lens?

D
I see that Nikon is pushing the 24-85mm image stablized lens with the D600 package. Canon made
a fine 24-85mm lens that was bundled with the ill fated APS IX systems, but seems to have disappeared or discontinued. Any reason? I think it was too good for the price and took market share from the overpriced 24-70L. Others have said it was "replaced" by the 28-135is. Comments?
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EOS 6D Review - Real World

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<p><strong>Review of the EOS 6D

</strong>Photographer Michael Stringer used the new Canon EOS 6D at a wedding and thinks it’s a terrific camera. Below is his review and showcases the high ISO performance of Canon’s little full frame camera.</p>
<p><strong>Some of Michael’s thoughts

</strong><em>“In a nutshell – the 6D is a smaller, lighter and cheaper version of the 5D Mark III if you photograph static (or slow moving) subjects. Handling is different (to the 5D III) but mostly fine and easy to get used to especially if coming from a Canon 60D or similar. Image quality is excellent and predictable and noise at high iso is extremely well controlled and film-like. The build quality is very good – it feels solid but not surprisingly a step below the 5D III. WIFI and GPS are useful additions depending on your needs.”</em></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.michaelstringer.co.uk/blog/?p=52" target="_blank">Read the entire review</a></strong></p>
<p><em><strong>Canon EOS 6D for $1999 at <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/892349-REG/Canon_8035b002_EOS_6D_Digital_Camera.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009B0MZ8U/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B009B0MZ8U&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20" target="_blank">Amazon</a> | <a href="http://www.normancamera.com/index/page/product/product_id/26833/product_name/Canon+EOS+6D+Digital+Camera+%28Body+Only%29+" target="_blank">Norman</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/ICA6D.html?kbid=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a></strong></em></p>
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