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Nov 29, 2012

I just wondered if I am the only one longing for an upgrade of the 45mm and 90mm TS-E lenses.

I have the 17mm, 24mm Mk2, and 90mm, and I would have a good use for a 45mm TS-E. I tried one some time ago and was not so impressed by the optical quality, it's OK but far from stunning.

The separate tilt and shift of the 17 and 24 v2 add a lot of versatility to the lens. The 90mm is excellent but could use the same mechanical improvement, as well as a bit of extra sharpness and a 1:2 macro reproduction. The 45mm may be the only TS that's a bit less good than Nikon's equivalent, better IQ is needed.

With Canon refreshing the old EF 24,28 and 35mm, I think the 45 and 90TS-Es will be the oldest lenses in the catalogue (aside from the 50mm compact macro and the 135mm Soft Focus).

I wonder if I should buy the 45 TS-E now or wait for a replacement, that I hope will come soon.

Jesse · Nov 29, 2012

Are these things seriously ending tomorrow? Is the 24 TS-E that I'm hopefully buying when I'm at B&H next month seriously gonna be $250 more?

Nov 29, 2012

So i´m in the market for a full frame camera right now. I only have FF lenses for EF mount, so switching would at least mean the loss of a lens or two (money reasons).
Right now canon is far behind others. Or lets just say it: Nikon.

The d800 is 2300€ the 5d3 is 2900€ and the Nikon just is the superior camera. If you downsize the image even high iso is awesome, af is good etc. It´s just a really good body and much more in the price range of a 6d.

I want to stick with canon but if they are going to make their first competitive body in like 5 years i really have to consider switching....

bard108 · Nov 29, 2012

I don't think this is a stupid question but....

Should changing the ISO change the number of shots I can take per card? Just been playing with my 5D mkiii and noticed the higher the ISO the lower the reported number of images I can take (according to top LCD)

Is this right??

paulgmccabe · Nov 29, 2012

Priced at £1,799 body only which is approx $2,886.39.

http://www.wexphotographic.com/buy-canon-eos-6d-digital-slr-camera-body/p1532845?go=promotions&cm_mmc=exacttarget-_-marketing-_-lm_740960-_-main-banner

Knight · Nov 29, 2012

Anyone have any good pics from the Everglades?

This little guy was hiding in the morning light, following my boat as I fished. I purposely left it uncropped to give an idea of how well he blended.

barracuda · Nov 29, 2012

Adorama is accepting pre-orders for the EOS 6D with the 24-105 for $2699 - that includes a $200 instant rebate. That was quick! By comparison, B&H's pre-order price is $2899.

SJTstudios · Nov 29, 2012

Hey guy, I'm Thinking about buying the 200mm f2, I love the 200mm on my 70-200 2.8 is ii, but I don't know if the 200 f2 will make things all that better.
My 70-200 is my dedicated sports lens, but I want to use the 200 for low ligh sports, and a medium telephoto for some portraits as well as some other things, 200 is my decided range.
I just want to hear your opinions on wether or not the purchase would be worth it over the 70-200, an also, has anybody used it with TCs, because I know they make nice 400mm f4's and okay ~300mm 2.8's

Nov 28, 2012

Will the focusing system from the 6D be the same as the MKII or better?

eagles03 · Nov 28, 2012

I have a need for a wide angle lens for my 7d. Preferably something fast, 2.8 or better.

I had a 24-70mm f/2.8L I, as well as a 17-35mm f/2.8L (yes, 17-not 16). I sold both because I didn't use them, and picked up a 50mm f/1.2L to upgrade my f/1.4 for portraits.

I would like to use this lens for indoor candid uses primarily, hence f/2.8 or faster. I have a budget of ~$600, but I am in no rush to spend that much. I don't do a lot of landscape, but occasionally I will dabble in it, as well as the sporadic attempts at astrophotography (too much light pollution where I am). I like to shoot wildlife (on a budget), so I have no desire to go ff at the moment, so I wouldn't be buying a lens with that in mind.

I wasn't a huge fan of the 17-35mm because it just wasn't all that good on my 7d. I didn't get anything calibrated, and didn't do any AFMA, so maybe having a better copy would have been fine, but I couldn't justify it at the time.

I have considered the 28mm f/1.8, but I'm not sure if that would be the best idea for me.

Thoughts?

brant · Nov 28, 2012

When is this thing supposed to come out? Should I put a pre-order in right now? Who do you think will be the first place to receive the camera?

Don Haines · Nov 28, 2012

Has anyone tried the Vivitar/Bower/Rokinon/Samyang 650-1300 T-mount lenses, and if so, what do you think of them?

And yes, I realize that a $250 lens at F16 will be "somewhat inferior" to a $10,000 Canon Prime.... and yes, I realize that handholding a 1300mm F16 lens with no image stabilization is "less than ideal". My expectations are low, but it would be nice to hear from those who have gone before.

Canon Rumors · Nov 28, 2012

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<p><strong>The new Tamron 70-200!

</strong>A lot of people have been eager to hear and see how good the new <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/892851-REG/Tamron_20_200mm_F_2_8_DI_VC.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">Tamron 70-200 f/2.8 VC</a> lens is. Coming in at a mere $1499 compared to <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/680103-USA/Canon_2751B002_EF_70_200mm_f_2_8L_IS.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">$2099 for the Canon version</a>, it has a chance to sell well for Tamron if it can at least be close to the highly regarded Canon.</p>
<p>Photo News had a chance to play with one and have come away pretty positive about the Tamron. There are lots of pictures and thoughts about build, the AF and optical performance of the lens.</p>
<p><strong>From Photo News</strong></p>
<blockquote><p>The Tamron 70-200mm F/2.8 Di VC USD brings Tamron’s legendary optical performance into the 21st century with the addition of USD and VC. The autofocus is fast with the addition of USD, the VC is effective , and the image quality is what we’re used to from this legend. Tamron has fixed a few quirks of the older version and we’d feel comfortable taking this lens on any job or just a walk in the park. The deciding factor for this lens will be the price point.</p></blockquote>
<p>The Tamron 70-200 f/2.8 Di VC USD is due to start shipping on November 30, 2012.</p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.photonews.ca/?p=5849" target="_blank">Read the entire review</a></strong></p>
<p><strong>Tamron 70-200 f/2.8 Di VC USD $1499 at <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/892851-REG/Tamron_20_200mm_F_2_8_DI_VC.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/TM70200VEOS.html?kbid=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A34GQEC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00A34GQEC&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20" target="_blank">Amazon</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

Botts · Nov 28, 2012

Hello everyone,

I am going to pre-order a 6D. However, I don't know whether to order it locally or through B&H, Amazon, or other US dealer.

Speed in arrival is my key concern. Do Canadian stores usually receive cameras the same day as a company like B&H?

I understand Canon's no shipping to Canada policy, but I have a USA forwarding address I'm thinking of using. I have Amazon Prime shipping to this address as well.

In your previous experience, would I get it faster if I ordered from a USA store, or a Canadian store?

Nov 28, 2012

Hello,

Here's what I have:

Canon 5D Mk III
Zeiss 21mm f/2.8
Zeiss 50mm f/2.0

Purposes:

Ultimately want to shoot video and will use this system when I return to film school in 2015. But until then I decided to invest in Zeiss manual focus primes for their superior optical quality and manual focus. For both photography and video it'll force me to be very deliberate and thoughtful about my shots, framing and composition, etc. which will be tough but great training for developing a filmmaker's eye and knowing the capabilities of my tools.

Question(s):

What other Zeiss prime lens focal lengths are essential to have to cover the cinematic spectrum so to speak?

I'm even open to non-Zeiss lenses but prefer to stick with Zeiss in order to hopefully maintain similar image characteristics and IQ across the different lenses. (The Zeiss Compact Primes are out of my budget) I have been hearing the Zeiss 100mm f/2 is also a key piece of glass to own. What about the 35mm focal length? Is the Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 the best option at that focal length? Do I even need 35mm?? Don't really see myself owning anything wider than the 21mm as I dislike distortion and don't care for its use in narrative filmmaking(personal tastes).

One other thing to consider is that I plan to really explore night-time and twilight photography/video. Maybe even starfield long-exposure photos.

Thanks in advance for your help. The combined knowledge and creativity on this board is priceless.

cayenne · Nov 28, 2012

Hi all,

What recommendations for a UV filter for my new canon 70-200mm f2.8 IS II USM lens coming friday?

Would one of the Hoya filters do ok? That's what I've put on most of my other lenses?

Would this suffice?

http://www.amazon.com/Hoya-Digital-Frame-Multi-Coated-Filter/dp/B002L60TTI/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1354133877&sr=1-3&keywords=hoya+77mm+uv+filter

I see another Hoya one...that is about $60...and a B&W that is about $60-$70....what do the more pricier ones have that the one I linked to do not?

I don't mind dropping money where it is well spent, in some things you get what you pay for, but some times, you just waste money if you don't look at things carefully...

Thanks in advance,

cayenne

Nov 28, 2012

Hello!

I have a kind of problem connected with continuous shooting mode speed in my 5d3.

When the battery level is over 50%, everything seems to be OK, so 6 fps.
But the problem starts, when it goes under 50%, so beginning from 49%. Then the shooting speed reduces to 3 fps without a reason.

I should add, that I'm working without battery grip, and the CF card is not the problem, because it's fast and, what is more, the shooting speed would probably reduce also over 50% of battery, if the problem is connected with memory card.

My 5d3 is not the only one that slows down under 50%, my friends 5d3 also behaves the same way. He bought the camera at the same time as I, in the same store, so our SNs are simillar. It's very annoying, especially when shooting sports, so we often change the battery for another one, when it goes under 50%...

Does anybody have the same problem with 5d3?

Thanks.

arcanej · Nov 28, 2012

I am looking to purchase either the TS-E 17mm or the TS-E 24mm.

I'm greatly leaning towards the 24mm. First, I already have the 14mm L II for when I need something super wide. Second, I also like the idea of being able to use filters without having to buy into a Corkin or Lee system.

Can anyone with experiences with these two lenses give me any feedback or suggestions?

Thank you in advance!

photogaz · Nov 28, 2012

Just had my CPS email:

If they want to keep calling it the IS, why not just make one:

miah · Nov 28, 2012

I took my new 5D3 out over Thanksgiving weekend to try my hand at birds in flight with decidedly mixed results.

Having never attempted this before and having done no research, I did my best to find the optimum mix of ISO to shutter speed to aperture to AF traits with my EF 35-350 (no IS) mounted to a purposefully loose tripod head.

I chose AI Servo, Case #3, focus first, center zone. I found that in the early morning/late evening light an ISO of 800-6400 was required, but 3200 and above seemed awfully noisy. My slow lens begged to be shot wide open at f/5.6. And I was surprised that I was unable to stop the action (mostly gliding sandhill cranes, but some excitable geese/ducks, as well) with anything slower than 1/4000 of a second.

I'll attach one of my better shots from early morning. f/5.6, 1/4000, ISO 800, 350mm, tripod

Can anyone offer some general rules of thumb for setting up to shoot birds and birds in flight, especially with the 5D3? 1/4000 seems awfully fast, requiring a high ISO and wide aperture. When comparing my newby results to the many amazing BIF shots on this and similar forums, I realize that I have A LOT to learn. Any advice is appreciated. Thanks.

Canon Rumors · Nov 28, 2012

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<strong>From a Preproduction Camera


</strong>The first video footage from Johnnie Behiri from the soon to be available worldwide Canon EOS 6D. It’s noted that this is from a preproduction camera and improvements may be seen with the released camera.</p>
<p><strong>Strengths and weaknesses noticed by Mr Behiri.</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Camera strengths:</li>
<li>Full frame sensor</li>
<li>Clean high ISO in video mode (1250 is very mush usable).</li>
<li>Manual audio adjusting</li>
<li>PAL/NTSC</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Camera weakness:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Severe moire</li>
<li>Soft image</li>
<li>No headphone socket</li>
<li>No audio through HDMI while recording (for monitoring audio on new EVF’s)</li>
<li>No clean HDMI output</li>
</ul>
<div>Checkout the footage yourself and see what you think.</div>
<p><iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/54352877" width="500" height="281" frameborder="0" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen></iframe></p>
<p><strong>Source: [<a href="http://blog.planet5d.com/2012/11/watch-the-first-canon-eos-6d-beta-footage-out-in-the-wild/" target="_blank">P5D</a>] via [<a href="http://vimeo.com/54352877" target="_blank">JB</a>]</strong></p>
<p><strong>Preorder the Canon EOS 6D

</strong>Amazon: <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">Body $2099</a> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009B0MZG2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B009B0MZG2&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20" target="_blank">Kit $2899</a> | B&H Photo: <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/892349-REG/Canon_8035b002_EOS_6D_Digital_Camera.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">Body $2099</a> | <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/892354-REG/Canon_8035b009_EOS_6D_Digital_Camera.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">Kit $2899</a> | Adorama: <a href="http://www.adorama.com/ICA6D.html?kbid=64393" target="_blank">Body $2099</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/ICA6DK.html?kbid=64393" target="_blank">Kit $2899</a></p>
<p>The camera is available in some parts of the world already, with worldwide availability being in the next 7 to 10 days.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

CJRodgers · Nov 28, 2012

I hope the title of this thread isn't misleading. I only use primes, I dont know why, I just like them. Im trying to understand how focal perception effects photos.

For shooting small groups, and if space wasn't an issue, is the best reason to use the widest lens possible before distortion factors show up, because it gives the most sense of depth to the photo?

Imagine the worlds best telephoto lens, that would allow me to photograph a group of 6 people or so from the other end of a football pitch and crop in, still retaining amazing sharpenss. It would still look weird because everything would look so compressed and there would be no depth to the photo right? Or would this scenario infact depend upon how close they were stood to a backround.

Is this a suitable way to visualise this focal length perception or am I missing something? What would you suggest to be the longest focal length to be used for group photos, space permitting?

Nov 28, 2012

Is this serious?
http://www.digitalrev.com/

They say "In Stock, NOT Pre Order", but B&H says it's expected to be available on Dec. 10th.

Price also seems to have gone up (2797 CAD - basically the same as USD).

This is my first post here on CR, but I'm pretty excited about this news and had no one to share it with

Edit: Just realized the 2100$ originally announced price will probably be for the 6D

mentioned in the user manuals, which doesn't have wi-fi nor GPS. What do you guys think? Not sure why people would go with 6D rather than 5Dii if it doesn't have the extra gadgets if it's indeed 2100$.

PeterJ · Nov 28, 2012

I've got a 24-70 f/2.8L (original version) and I've been thinking about a 'cross-grade' to a 24-105 f/4L. With a crop I used to use it a lot for portraits but since moving to FF (now own a 5D3) I normally use a 70-200 for that and 24-70 only gets used at f/4 or above most of the time anyway and often for things where IS would be a benefit. I use a 50mm if I want something faster.

Anyway I know a f/4 lens will technically focus slower in low light than a f/2.8 but just wondered from someone who's used both how low light AF between the two compares? I thought maybe despite f/4 the 24-105 may have a more modern / faster AF drive so maybe not too much of a difference in practice?

Nov 28, 2012

EOS 6D manual is ready to download.

Look at.

http://de.software.canon-europe.com/

or

http://www.canon.co.uk/Support/Consumer_Products/products/cameras/Digital_SLR/EOS_6DWG.aspx?type=download&page=1

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