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1Dx availability in the UK

S
I have a pre-order for the 1Dx with Jessops in the UK. For readers in other countries Jessops would be the UK's biggest High Street photographic retailer but in my opinion at least, not necessarily considered a professionals, of which I am not one, first port of choice, it tends to cater more for the High Street market. Anyway I was in the newly refurbished Aberdeen Store today (well done Jessops, long overdue) to enquire if there was any update on availability.

I made my preorder about 6 weeks ago I think, once I knew the June date looked realistic from reading this site and others. When I ordered they already had 26 preorders, not much but as I said its not where most Pro's would opt to go. Their very helpful staff member was able to tell me that they were due to receive 12 bodies on Monday 2nd July and a further 12 on the 9th of July. Typically for me I'm about 27th in the queue and I am also going away on holiday on the 6th July for a fortnight so if by some luck I was able to get one of the 2nd batch I'll be away on holiday, damn! I had hoped I would have had it before going on holiday but realistically never expected to, just typical I'm going to be so close but yet so far. Talk about frustrated, I know from reading on here there are posters who have been waiting way longer than me so apologies if I'm sounding hopeful and I've only been waiting a few weeks. When I pre-ordered there was no requirement for any payment, I tried to pay a deposit today in order that the 1Dx would be held for me until my return from Holiday however doing that was going to bump me to the end of the queue, I'm not sure if anyone having paid a deposit would give them priority.

Anyway I suppose the encouraging news is that if Jessops are getting 24 in the next week or so then I suppose it would be fair expect other major retailers worldwide to be getting decent stock levels also.
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16-35 MKII USM L > Lens Alignment tool with MA..which looks better?

revup67
I wasn't sure initially but thought perhaps my 16-35 may have been slightly soft in certain areas of the photos. I finally got out the Lens Alignment tool (MK II version) and set up for preparation

The first image is at "0" whereas the second image has an added Front Focus adjustment of +5. I'm curious as to your thoughts as to which one looks better either photo ending with 75 @ 0 or photo ending with 79 which has the +5 adjustment..I think I'm going blind after staring at dots and stripes for 2 hours. If you can try and ignore the lighting (slight difference) - these are crops from RAW's as JPGs no sharpness or unsharp or other enhancements were done of course. If you think they are both off then advise..thanks n advance..download if need be to zoom
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Just got my 600EX...

...now what?

I'm a video guy first, stills is a hobby for now. I was taking a few shots under a tent and everything was so ridiculously dark, no matter what settings that I realized just as with video, light is really important, so I got myself a flash. The latest and greatest bad boy.

So, now what?

The manual is huge, way larger than that of my 60D, and I would like some help as to where to begin. Do I start with the manual and learn how to sync up with the camera and how to use it? Or are there websites that are more valuable in giving me a crash course. I think I won't actually use it until I have some understanding of it, even though I am the type of person that usually likes to "figure it out" I realise this may be a bit much to just simply figure out.

So, just looking for suggestions on how to proceed. I also bought a flashbender, if that matters.

Cheers!
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Is CPS service falling into dumps for others?

J
Wondering if others are having trouble dealing with CPS lately? I'm considering dropping my Canon Professional Services membership after being told today that a replacement screw on my 24mm TSE II lens was going to cost $179! For a small five cent external screw... When I asked the account manager how they could consider that anything other than price gouging they answered that a large portion of the price was for "evaluation". I asked what the point of sending in the "free clean and check" coupon was then and they answered that this was a more thorough check than the coupon was for. Even though I didn't ask for a more thorough check, I just wanted the screw replaced! I had recommended them in the past, but curious now whether others are seeing their service drop the past few years?
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Best Lens for Tabletop Dinnerware Shoot

RonQ
Hi everyone,
I'm wondering what other photographers are using when shooting products? I've been hired by a magazine to shoot high end dinnerware, silverware products and I'm not sure is using a TS-E 90mm 2.8 or 100mm 2.8 macro would be best?
This will be shot indoors on a large table; the editor and stylist want the focus to be both single items and overall look and feel...... with some DOF. I'm using a Canon 5D MK2 for this shoot.

Also, what do you guys think about using a 50mm 1.4 prime?

Any input would greatly be helpful :)
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5D3 Shutter is sticking. HELP!

Hey guys. All of the sudden I am having problems after taking a few pictures. When I turn on the camera I can see through the viewfinder and can snap a pic, it appears on the screen, I tap the shutter button to take another picture and all I can see is black, the AF motor searches but it can't find anything.

(This happens in RAW, JPEG, B,M,Av,Tv,P.... Sometimes on normal and normal high speed and every time on the silent modes...)

Whats weird is the problem does not happen on C1-C3...

I have messed around with all the setting and can't come to a solid conclusion on how to fix...

Any ideas???
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Canon EF 24 f/2.8 IS & EF 28 f/2.8 IS Quick Review

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<strong>From LensRentals.com


</strong>Roger Cicala at LensRentals.com has put the two new Canon primes through a resolution test and compared them to other lenses in the Canon lineup.</p>
<p>A lot of people are still a bit confused by these two lenses, however their size and decent performance may find a place in the market.</p>
<div id="attachment_10525" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 585px"><a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/imatest2428.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-10525" title="imatest2428" src="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/imatest2428.jpg" alt="" width="575" height="170" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">MTF 50 Resolution Test</p></div>
<p><strong>Conclusion</strong></p>
<blockquote><p>The bottom line is these are both nice, sharp lenses. Certainly sharper than the current 24-70 f/2.8 L zoom (we’ll have to see if they’re sharper than the 24-70 Mk II) and better than the 24mm and 28mm lenses that they – well, I guess replace. Although I have trouble considering a lens a replacement when the price has jumped 200% to 300%.</p></blockquote>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.lensrentals.com/blog/2012/06/the-other-canon-primes-why-did-they-do-that" target="_blank">Read the full review</a></strong></p>
<p><strong>Preorder from B&H: <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/843009-USA/Canon_5345B002_EF_24mm_f_2_8L_IS.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296" target="_blank">Canon EF 24 f/2.8 IS $849.95</a> | </strong><strong><a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/843011-USA/Canon_5179B002_EF_28mm_f_2_8_IS.html/BI/2466/KBID/3296" target="_blank">Canon EF 28 f/2.8 IS $799.95</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>
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Clean HDMI out on the new T4i?...Sort of....

cayenne
Interesting article....that the T4i may have clean HDMI out...but possibly not true HD.

http://nofilmschool.com/2012/06/did-canon-give-t4i-clean-hdmi-out/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+nofilmschool+%28NoFilmSchool%29

From the read, I gather that this limitation, on say the 5D3, is purely software related and the camera is crippled by Canon.

Hoping Magic Lantern can fix this!!

Interesting read on the findings of the pre-prod releases of the T4i...and various findings in the wild on these.
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Non Genuine LP-E6

H
Have been having troubles sourcing Genuine Canon LP-E6 batteries where I live in Pattaya, Thailand, like many things here the term ORIGINAL has numerous definitions...have tried numerous camera shops, even a Canon one ( have to say the worst service, product knowledge of any Canon shop ever)...
It seems that any shop that sells cameras stocks OSKA Pro Series LP-E6

[urlhttp://www.fotorelax.com/forum/index.php?topic=41934.0][/url]

Just wondering if any one has had experience with these, even if I can find an "Original LP-E6" there is always a doubt that it is original, so it may be easier to go with this OTHER brand.

Have searched Google and even with translating pages I haven't been able to find a review, at least not in any real form of English...

Thanks
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Climbing Mt Fuji in August

Good evening everyone,

Sorry if this is not the correct section to post this. I am currently seeking some advice on what gear I should take with me on my Mt Fuji climb in August. I have never done an overnight hike before, let alone one to see the sunrise.

I currently have a 40D

70-200L F4 (UV & Cir Pol Filters)
17-40L F4 (UV Filter)
50 F1.8

I am thinking about bring both the 70-200 and the 17-40 with me. I sold my tripod when I moved to Japan but I am thinking about picking one up for the trip. Most likely a Manfrotto 190Xprob (with out a head).

Do you think it is worth while taking the tripod? And is there anything else you would recommend maybe a Cir Pol for the 17-40mm?

Thank you very much for the help.
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5D Mark II with my 3 lenses question

J
I want to go full frame sometime this year and it looks like I’ll be going for the 5D Mark II because of the price. I currently have 3 lenses, 17-40mm f/4 L, 70-200mm f/4 L and 50mm f/1.8. I was wondering if anybody has had experience in using these lenses on the 5D Mark II and has anyone used the 17-40mm as a general purpose lens? I would rather get something like the 24-70mm or 24-105mm as a general purpose lens, but because of a tight budget, for now I will have to stick with the 3 lenses I have.

Thanks very much!
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Why so many different camera bodies?

E
A wide range of lenses has to be a good thing and is often stated as the reason for sticking with Canon when other manufacturers come up with a cutting edge camera body. However, it's not so obvious to me why Canon needs such a wide range of camera bodies. I'm guessing its purely a marketing thing i.e. keeping sales going by always having something new and 'better' to offer. I also understand having similar bodies, some with crippled features at lower price points to maximise market share. Are these the sole reasons for the bewildering array of Canon camera bodies on the market at any one time or have I missed something?
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  • Poll Poll
Ultra wide lens for APS-H sensor cameras

N

You need a wider lens than EF 16-35mm/17-40mm for a APS-H sensor sports/wildlife dedicated camera?

  • Yes

    Votes: 1 16.7%

  • No

    Votes: 5 83.3%
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Judging by the last rumors 7D2 will have a APS-H sensor, many of the forum users complains about no ultra wide EF lens. So... the Poll question is:

You need a wider lens than EF 16-35mm/17-40mm for a APS-H sensor sports/wildlife dedicated camera?
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How to Live - 5D3 short

We finished our first project with the 5D3.
Tagline: "What is the meaning of life?" Perhaps we should ask a different question.

http://youtu.be/BLbZ_nwm8-I

Vimeo version with full HD download: https://vimeo.com/44909002

Lenses: 16-35 F2.8 II, 24-105 F4L, 70-200 F2.8L II.
FaderND gen 1.
Profiles: Faithful and CineStyle.
VO: Audio Technica 4029, Mogami cable, FocusRite Scarlett 2i2 (very low cost and ultra quiet!) into Reaper on OSX.
Edited in PPro CS6 on Win7x64, image stabilized and post sharpened.
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  • Poll Poll
What is the Basis of your opinion of APS-H?

W

Be honest, pretty simple question, Is your opinion based on personal experience?

  • Yes I like APS-H - I currently or have previously shot with these sensors

    Votes: 6 33.3%

  • Yes I like APS-H - I have never used a camera with one of these sensors

    Votes: 9 50.0%

  • No I hate APS-H - I currently or have previously shot with these sensors

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • No I hate APS-H - I have never used a camera with one of these sensors

    Votes: 3 16.7%
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I'm genuinely interested to find out how many people that hate APS-H have actually used a camera with it or if it's just opinion based on specs and theory. Be honest people. I resisted the urge to put lots of sarcastic silly options in there these 4 options cover every one with an opinion of the sensor format
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Need sharp wide-open

D
I am having a challenge finding a lens in the 24-35 mm range that is sharp at its widest aperture. I have a 60D and a 7D and I am looking for a lens for capturing family and friends indoors in both still and video. I am not having any luck. I have FoCal software so have been able to analyze lenses with it to confirm best aperture. I had hopes for the new pancake but, despite all the wonderfully sharp images being posted at f/2.8, the copy I had was optimal at f/4.5-5.6. Today, I just tried the new 24mm f/2.8 IS, and it is quite soft at 2.8 and FoCal is recommending 4.0-5.6 for sharpness which matches what I was seeing in my images. So this too shall go back to the store. Am I asking for something that does not exist? Is there not a fast prime that is sharp at its widest aperture? One of my other problems is that I don't have the steadiest of hands, so I think I really need image stabilization for spontaneous handheld people shooting.
Diane
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Canon EOS 7D Successors [CR1]

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<strong>The prosumer market up next?


</strong>Now that Canon has addressed the “professional” space with the 5D Mark III, 1D X & 1D C (Yes, I know some want the big megapixel camera), it could be time to turn our attention to the “prosumer” space. We keep hearing bits of information about what’s planned for the segment in the coming months.</p>
<p><strong>The 70D</strong>


The latest I have heard, and spoken about before, is that we’ll see the 70D move up the line. It’ll be specced close to the current 7D, however with a new higher megapixel APS-C sensor.</p>
<p><strong>The 7D X</strong>


The rumor that won’t go away is that the APS-H sensor will return to the Canon lineup and fit between the 70D and 5D Mark III. Is it really possible? Maybe. I don’t think Canon needs more APS-C cameras beyond the Rebel, a 70D and possibly a mirrorless entry.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>
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Join Forces and Influence Canon to Improve Products

Can we canonrumors fans join forces and lobby Canon to improve their products? I want to!
My top item that needs changing:
- The utterly useless and unnecessary Macro setting on all PowerShot models. There is NO reason why they cannot simply make this continuous focus. How many times have you framed up a cool shot only to get the yellow "cannot focus" box? By the time you switch over to macro the shot is frequently gone. This feature is unquestionably the most annoying on the G1 X - but it's on all PowerShots and is completely UNnecessary.
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Film Camera & Film Recommendations

As the title says, I am looking for a film camera suggestions. I would like a Canon and one that works with my current EF lenses (50mm 1.8 and a few others). I'm not sure what my budget is. I know there is the 1V that I could find used for a decent price, but what do you guys recommend....

My first SLR was a Rebel T3i so i am not familiar with film based camera, however I would like to learn. I know there are things that film can do that digital still cannot.

Thanks in advance, and I look forward to everyone's perspective on a good Canon Film Camera and their film of choice :)
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Hoping Sigma can make a 35L alternative

M
Ok, so i can't afford the 35L @ $1479 USD, and the 35mm F2.0 is not really what i am looking for.

I hope Sigma can make a 35mm F1.4 HSM just like the 50mm & 85mm, and have it price between the two.

I am sure this lens would sell well for Nikon and Sony mount as well, since the Nikkor 35mm F1.4 is ~$1650 and the Sony G 35mm is ~$1500

anybody else want the same thing?
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