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NEED HELP: SHOOTING A WEDDING...WHICH LENS SHOULD I RENT?

Hi All,

I'll 'unofficially' assist in shooting a wedding for a friend. They will have a paid-hired pro shooter at the wedding (from 1pm to end of reception, likely 11pm). However, the pro will not be there from 8:30am to 1:00
pm, so I will shoot, probably solo during this time (make ups, dress, getting ready period). I've done this once before a couple years back with a Rebel & CF lens. Currently I shoot w/a 5D Mark II and have 2 lenses: 24-105L & 50 f/1.8 II (just upgrade to the Mark II w/24-105 as kits lens 3 months ago).

My question is, SHOULD I RENT A LENS? If so, WHICH LENS should I rent?

Your input is much appreciated. Thanks!

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Canon Mirrorless Information [CR1]

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<strong>A bit of information


</strong>With Canon’s expected foray into the mirrorless segment <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2012/06/announcement-day-july-23-2012-cr2/" target="_blank">just around the corner</a>, a bit more information has started to flow.</p>
<p><strong>Lenses


</strong>We’re told the new camera is in fact a new mount, I think most expected this. The camera will launch with at least 2 lenses and an EF adaptor. One lens will be a wide angle “kit” lens as well as a telephoto lens.</p>
<p>No word on whether or not the EF adaptor would also adapt EF-S lenses, though I would hope it did.</p>
<p>It is also suggested that the new primes that Canon has announced and released (24, 28, & 40mm) are the <a href="http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/cameras/Canon_aps-c_compact.html" target="_blank">first in a series of small prime lenses</a> meant to work well with EOS EF and the mirrorless camera.</p>
<p><strong>Body


</strong>Information about the body itself is pretty vague. It’s still suggested the camera will use the 14mp CMOS G1 X sensor. A “good” ISO range and “average” video performance. A video focused camera could be “in the future”.</p>
<p><strong>EF Lens Adaptor


</strong>We have posted a couple of patents in the past about such an adaptor. You can view them <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2011/03/first-canon-mirrorless-related-patent/" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2011/07/canon-mirrorless-related-patent/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>Northlight has posted a <a href="http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/cameras/Canon_aps-c_compact.html" target="_blank">cool little diagram</a> showing the size of the EF adaptor in comparison to the new EF 40 f/2.8 pancake.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

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Patent: Canon EF 35 f/1.4L II

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<strong>Canon EF 35 f/1.4L Patent


</strong>A new patent for a 35mm f/1.4 optical formula has appeared. This is the first to appear since 2011 in regards to an updated 35 f/1.4L. View the previous patent <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2011/05/patent-ef-35-f1-4l-ii/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Patent Publication No. 2012-123155</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>2012.6.28 Release Date</li>
<li>2010.12.8 filing date</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Example 1</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Focal length f = 34.73mm</li>
<li>Fno. 1.45</li>
<li>Half angle of 31.92 deg.</li>
<li>Image height 21.64mm</li>
<li>Length 128.11mm lens</li>
<li>38.48mm back focus</li>
<li>An effective diameter of 52.03mm lens</li>
<li>Effective diameter aperture 25.52mm</li>
<li>Lens Construction 12 elements in 9 groups sheet</li>
<li>2 2 aspherical surface</li>
<li>2 UD glass sheet</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Retrofocus</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>And retro focus lens optical system focal length is shorter than the length of the optical system</li>
<li>Increasingly asymmetric refractive power arrangement must be strengthened a negative refractive power of the front group in particular</li>
<li>Coma aberration, astigmatism, spherical aberration occurs</li>
<li>Order to secure a back focus must be to increase the ratio retro</li>
</ul>
<p>Source: [<a href="http://egami.blog.so-net.ne.jp/2012-07-02" target="_blank">EG</a>]</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>
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Canon EF 24-70 f/2.8L II Availability

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<strong>July/August 2012


</strong>I am still being told by a couple of retailers that we’ll see the new EF 24-70 f/2.8L II in late July or early August. Initial stock will be pretty good, though I do expect that all initial preorders won’t be fulfilled with the first batch.</p>
<p>There is a bit of a shortage here in Canada on Canon lenses, there are lots of long running backorders. It does feel like Canon has allocated some manufacturing to the new lens(es) over the older stuff.</p>
<p><strong>Preorder EF 24-70 f/2.8L II <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/843008-REG/Canon_5175B002_24_70mm_f_2_8L_EF_II.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296" target="_blank">B&H</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/CA2470.html?kbid=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a></strong></p>
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Canon Updates The EOS 7D Manual

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<strong>New features added to the manual


</strong>Canon has updated the Canon EOS 7D manual and made it available for download. The updated manual includes the new features that will be coming to the camera in August via a <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2012/06/canon-eos-7d-firmware-v2-official/" target="_blank">massive firmware update</a>.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/cameras/slr_cameras/eos_7d#BrochuresAndManuals" target="_blank">Download The Canon EOS 7D Manual</a></strong></p>
<p><em>Thanks Doug</em></p>
<p><strong>Canon EOS 7D Body <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/646908-REG/Canon_3814B004_EOS_7D_SLR_Digital.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/ICA7D.html?kbid=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002NEGTTW/canorumopw-20" target="_blank">Amazon</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

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Canon PowerShot S100 Product Advisory

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<strong>Canon has issued a product advisory on the Canon PowerShot S100</strong>


It has been confirmed that some PowerShot S100 digital cameras encounter a lens error caused by a disconnected part inside the camera. This announcement conveys the details of the issue and Canon’s service policy for affected cameras.</p>
<p>Canon continuously strives to provide our customers with high quality, reliable products that can be used with confidence. We offer our sincerest apologies to any customers who have been inconvenienced.</p>
<p><strong>Phenomenon


</strong>Some PowerShot S100 units (with the serial numbers listed below) may encounter a lens error due to a part becoming disconnected inside the lens. In particular, this lens error may occur when the camera is used in certain environmental conditions such as high temperature and/or humidity.</p>
<p><strong>Affected Product


</strong>Some PowerShot S100 Digital Cameras within the following serial number range:</p>
<p>The first and second digits of the camera’s serial number are any number from”29″ through”41.”</p>
<p>For example: ”29xxxxxxxxxx”,  “30xxxxxxxxxx”………”41xxxxxxxxxx”</p>
<p>(The [x] characters shown above represent the remaining characters of the product’s serial number.)</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/professional/products/professional_cameras/pro_ps_digital_cameras/powershot_s100?pageKeyCode=prdAdvDetail&docId=0901e024805ab992&fb_source=message" target="_blank">Official Release</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

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Canon EOS-1D X arrived today July 2ND, 2012 in the netherlands

just a fyi msg:

Today my/the Canon 1D X arrived (location: the Netherlands)

I won't be doing unboxing video's or post high iso pics as we all seen them by now from various people/blogs/websites, this is just an fyi msg that the Canon 1D X body FINALLY arrived :) overhere

as i was told i was the 1st person who got one over here (there where a total of 3 body's available) YEEEEEHAWW

FIRMWARE: V1.0.2

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  • Poll Poll
How much will the 5d3 cost at the end of 2012?

How much $$$ will the 5d3 cost at the end of 2012 (w/o special deals, grey imports, rebates etc...)?

  • $3600, price will go up

    Votes: 1 1.2%
  • $3500, just like on release

    Votes: 33 39.3%
  • $3400

    Votes: 5 6.0%
  • $3300

    Votes: 10 11.9%
  • $3200

    Votes: 14 16.7%
  • $3100

    Votes: 2 2.4%
  • $3000

    Votes: 9 10.7%
  • $2900

    Votes: 4 4.8%
  • $2800, like the d800 list price

    Votes: 3 3.6%
  • $2700 or even less

    Votes: 3 3.6%

With many people thinking about getting a 5d3 now, wait for a lower price or get a 5d2 instead if the high price of the new model persists, I thought I'd do a quick survey.

Opinions on how likely price drops are seem to be very split, so here's your chance to voice your opinion and revisit the thread at the end of 2012 for a good laugh (like "how much better will the 650d sensor be?")...

Please don't write "But I've seen it as low as xyz sold on ebay by a hk dealer", this poll is about the tendency, so specify standard u.s. shop retail prices.

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Why not?

To save R&D costs. Why not re-use bodies, AF-systems, sensors etc?

EOS 5Dx (cheaper than EOS 5D Mark III)

Body: Same EOS 5D Mark III
AF: 15 AF points (all crosstype, from 61 AF system).
FPS: 5 (lesser buffer then 5D Mark III)
Metering: iFCL 63 zone
CPU: Digic 5
Sensor: FF (26,3 MP)
Screen: Same as 1Dx
Built in flash: No
Price: 2599 USD

EOS 7Dx (A 1D Mark IV in a smaller body, birders dream camera)

Body: Same as EOS 5D Mark III
AF: Same as 1D Mark IV
FPS: 10
Metering: iFCL 63 zone
CPU: 2 x Digic 5
Sensor: APS-H (26,3 MP)
Screen: Same as 1Dx
Built in flash: No
Price: 2099 USD

EOS 9Dx (the new EOS 7D)

Body: Same as EOS 5D Mark III
AF: Same as current 7D
FPS: 8,5
Metering: iFCL 63 zone
CPU: 2 x Digic 5
Sensor: APS-C 24,3 MP
Screen: Same as 1Dx
Built in flash: No
Price: 1699 USD

EOS 70D

Body: Same as current 60D
AF: Same as current 7D
FPS: 5,5
Metering: iFCL 63 zone
CPU: Digic 5
Sensor: APS-C (Same as 650D)
Screen: Same as 60D
Built in flash: Yes
Price: 1299 USD

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FF advise (mainly stills)

Hi all,

I'm currently 450D owner and I think that after 4 years it's time to upgrade. I'm mainly shooting portraits / street / gigs / DJs / low light / strobist.

My current gear ready for FF:
I already have 3 primes: EF 28 f/1.8 USM, EF 40 f/2.8 STM and 85 /f1.8 USM. Flash: 430EX II and triggers Cactus V4 and Pixel Kings for TTL. I also have Vivitar 285HV.

My friends can borrow me EF 70-200 f/2.8 L IS USM, EF 70-200 f/4 L USM and EF 24-70 f/2.8 L USM - so zoom is not a problem when needed.

My options:
1.) buy 5D classic - I've read a lot of posts here and there - it has a really good reputation in terms of color and image quality even nowdays. AF is old but 5D Mk II has the same so no difference - when I need I just attach 430EX II for AF assist. Really important question is: how it is at ISO 1600 and 3200 ? I'm using my 450D at 1600 and do some post to correct noise with good results. I'm fine with 12 Mpx. Also used price is around 600 Euro.

2.) buy 5D Mk II - I'm sure it's a great camera. I've shot with it on one Canon event and was pleased even with photos at ISO 3200 and ocasionally at 6400 (always depends on actual situation). I know what this cam is capable of in terms of both stills and video. AFMA is a great feature becasue I'm a prime shooter. AF same as 5D as I mentioned before. There is also a possibility to hook it with Magic Lantern. As I've said before I'm fine with 12 Mpx.

3.) buy 5D and rent 5D Mk II when needed - until 5D Mk III price drops to affordable level...or some lower specd FF body will be announced.

My preferences and question for you:
I really want to upgrade straight to 5D Mk III, but the price is ridicolous (at least now). It has all I need/want from camera. I also want to keep the new cam for at least another 4 years (so I think that buying 5D Mk II is not so wise decision - reason is obvious = price). So what I'm really looking for now is your suggestion for the best temporary setup. What do you think ?

Thanks in advance :)

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600EX-RT and 5D Mark III trouble

Well I set up for radio transmission with two 600EX-RT's and put one on camera as master, and one off camera as slave. I am firing in automatic ETTL mode. I set them up, they are linked, same channel and frequency, but the master unit will not fire, only the slave unit fires. In fact, I cannot even set the master unit to fire, because the ON or OFF button just doesn't work. Where that icon goes in the LCD screen, right next to it is an exclamation point. Does anybody know what I'm doing wrong? I've read and reread the manual and followed all the steps and it's not working. Thanks.

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Chromatic abberation problem Tokina 12-24mm on Eos 60D & 7D

I need some help, please:

I bought a new Tokina 12-24mm lens for my Eos 60D.
The lens is sharp, there is nearly no vignetting, BUT there is a lot of Chromatic abberation, heavy chromatic abberation, at 15mm to 12mm. red and blue lines on the end of the edges.
Does anybody have the same problem?
What can I do? The lens has the problem @ an aperture of 4 to 22, @ 4.0 it is really heavy.

How can I correct the CAs? Is there any possibility to do so automatically (Canon DPP lens recipie), or do I have to correct it manually?
The same problem at my wife´s 7D.

Much thanks

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Yongnuo 565EX speedlite - Canon 580EXII compatible.

Hi folks,
I already have a 580EXII and an older 420EX, and wanted a second 580EXII - but they have disappeared (now that Canon has withdrawn the 580EXII from sale and offers only the better and much more expensive 600EX).

I just thought I'd share some experiences having just purchased a Chinese-made 'compatible' speedlite.
I didn't want to pay too much, and the economics (AUD199) were compelling so I thought I'd give it a go.

The unit in question is the Yongnuo Speedlite YN565EX - and claims to be compatible with and largely equivalent to the Canon Speedlite 580EXII when used on qualified cameras (e.g. a 50D like mine).
It's made in China (allegedly by the people who made the 580EXII for Canon under contract, or so the local sales agent told me).

I suspect that it may be marketed under different names in other countries.

Here's my observations.
[list type=decimal]
[*]Yes, it's (mostly) compatible. There's a Canon version and a Nikon version
[*]You can drive the C.Fn and operational functions like a 580EXII from the menu of a compatible camera like a 50D or later
[*]It works OK as a wireless (infrared) slave to a 580EXII or STE2
[*]The metering and controls are much the same, except that it's ETTL not ETTL2 - at least the bit that's not the same is the lack of high-speed flash sync
[*]It lacks the nice rubber weather sealing on the hotshoe mount that exists on the 580EXII, as well as not having the lever-latch for hotshoe
[*]One bonus - you get a manual that's in Chinese as well as English! ;)
[/list]

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Canon EF 300mm f/4 IS L Macro Capability Improved

This prime lens has a good macro (long distance) capability at 1.5 meters. Now it is even better if you add a Kenko 2x teleconverter model Kenko C-AF 2X Teleplus Pro 300 DGX. My test shows some excellent results with a Kenko 2X and Canon 7D. This makes for a great birding and macro combo in one lens. More details of my macro test here:

http://10000birds.com/bird-photography-equipment-canon-ef-300-f4-l-is-macro.htm

And super telephoto at 600mm here:

http://10000birds.com/bird-photography-equipment-teleconverters-for-7d-and-5d-miii.htm

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Is there a best time to buy new lenses...?

Hi All,

I'd like to know if there's a particular time of the year to buy lenses for the best price (aside from ocassional rebates)? E.g. Does lens prices normally stay the same throughout the year of dip during particular parts of the year, say Black Friday, around Christmas time, etc.?

I wanted to know if it's practical to time my next purchase, very likely the 70-200 f/2.8L IS II USM, or 35 f/1.4L.

Thanks for your input!

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TSE Macro Lens

A few years ago I used to have a Carl Zeiss macro lens lens for my Contax camera, a 100mm f4 S Planar bellows lens. This lens produced a much larger image circle than 35mm. It had to be attached to the camera via automatic bellows, which had a swing and shift mechanism built in. Photographing small objects like boxes require converging vertical correction like buildings.

Does anybody think Canon would introduce a 100mm f2.8L TSE macro lens, it would be a worlds first for digital.

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Constant AI Servo on 5d3?

Hello everyone, I've been slowly moving toward primes lately (not the "I'm going primes because zooms are mainstream" kind of thing, I just like the shallow DoF and the IQ primes provide more at the moment).

The one thing that keeps bothering me is how shallow the DoF really is, and that brings me to a question - has anyone tried keeping AI Servo mode on while shooting with primes wide open? And if so, what did you achieve?
Thanks in advance.

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The 7D for half price

I Have a friend who is a Technician for Canon who let me in on a little secret when i was thinking of buying the 7D as my full time Forensic Camera,He told me that if i want all of the good features of the 7D with the traditional focusing system meaning it will do "dark" and it will AF on fast moving targets, he had me interested and then when he told me that with my discounts and such i could have one for less than half the price of the 7D i was hooked and i said when does it hit the market, to which he smiled and said it's already here , the Rebel T3i is a 7D in disguise he said almost all the boards and such in the T3i are the same board numbers that the 7D calls for for typical problems and if you look the specs up on the 2 cameras they are almost identical, also the 60D is a Rebel T2i. I hope this info helps someone save money.

The price of your camera does not make you a pro the camera is a tool its whats in your mind that makes that tool a Pro !!

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How much does a dual-card slot matter?

Grasping to straws if there is any reason for me to get a 5d3 instead of a 5d2 I'd like to get you opinions about the importance of the dual-card slot. Only the 5d3 has it, Nikon puts it even in consumer models like the d7000 which was very appreciated in reviews. The question is: What's it good for?

  • Speed: on the 5d3, that can't be the reason because the sd slot is crippled and much slower than udma7 cf. Does it make a difference if writing hires jpeg to sd and raw to cf in comparison to writing both to cf like on the 5d2?

  • Reliability: brides are said to be somewhat grumpy when your no-name budget cf card breaks without jpeg backup on a second card, if you are a high profile shooter this could even ruin your business. The question is: how large is the likehood of cf/sd cards breaking without being recoverable, and are there differences between brands?

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