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Mt Spokane Photography · Mar 19, 2012

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MRLinVA · Mar 19, 2012

I am looking to upgrade from my 16-35mm Mk II to a fixed wide angle (primarily for landscapes).

I am toying with the idea of taking the leap for the TS but wanted to hear from others who have used or own the MkII versions of both lenses.

I realize they are somewhat different animals, but another way of putting it is whether the added cost of the TS is worth it (given the added benefits for architechturals, miniaturizations, etc.) over the lower cost and AF of the 24mm 1.4.

Thanks!

Mar 19, 2012

Have look

http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/readflat.asp?forum=1032&thread=40957841

Dylan777 · Mar 19, 2012

5D III - 3 available on Ebay. $4300 per body

I'm going to wait for mine from BH...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Canon-EOS-5D-Mark-III-DSLR-Camera-Black-Body-Only-Full-USA-Warranty-/150768107932?pt=Camera_Lenses&hash=item231a7ac19c

Mar 19, 2012

So I was just wondering about those who are getting the 5D3, and what they will be upgrading from??

I will be upgrading from a T3i, which has treated me very well. I use it 65% for video 34% photography and 1% desk decoration.

canon23 · Mar 19, 2012

Hi everyone.

I'm looking to upgrade to the 5D Mark II (can't afford the Mark III and don't need it right now), but a bit in a financial strap. I can use any extra $$ I can get so I was playing with the idea of selling my old gears. However, I've only owned one DSRL in my life: Rebel XSI, which I bough new when it came out 4 years ago.

Am I able to sell this:
Rebel XSI with the kits lens (18-55)
Tamron 18-270

Is so, what kind of price can I ask for this? (all gears are in good condition)

Your feed backs are much appreciated!! Thanks!

Arkarch · Mar 19, 2012

As a public service to those who are constantly refreshing CanonRumors.com and other photo sites while waiting for your new 5DmIII to arrive, here is a list of things to do to stay productive....

1) Clean-up LR folders by removing old shots you'll never use.
2) Work on your Photography website.
3) Visit friends and family; annoy them by turning conversation into one about your new expensive camera.
4) Attempt to get anything done at your office.
5) Watch the Weather Channel for hours.

Your Turn -

Mar 19, 2012

or any other european country? march 22nd is near and i want my cam now

garyploski · Mar 19, 2012

Greets, CR.

Long time reader of CR, first time forum poster.

I am an actor/techy based in the NYC/CT area and plan on investing in a home setup so that I can shoot a webseries, audition scenes, and other actor related video and photo content inside and outside.

For sometime I was tracking the DIGIC 5 and 5D3 announcements with the goal of upgrading from my PowerShot S45 (it's not working as it once did) to a DSLR. At the time it was more camera than I needed and I'm glad I went with it because I learned a great deal more than I could have with a standard point and shoot.

With the announcement in the can I know that the 5D3 is more than I need though I am now left asking myself, and anyone willing to share their 2¢, what they would do were they in my position.

According to a recent poll on ifp.org about which camera will be used during the next shoot the following numbers reveal my uncertainty:
7D - 27%
Rebel T2i/Rebel T3i - 25%
60D - 15%

All three cameras, while a few years old, provide fantastic quality images (still and video). This morning CR announced that there is likely going to be a T4i released at/before NAB with the new DIGIC sensor along with some unknown new features.

Because I'll often work alone a flip-out/rotating LCD screen is something that ranks very highly for my needs.

With this in mind here is the question I cannot answer with my limited knowledge of the DSLR product line:

Would it be to my benefit/detriment to purchase an older camera (used?/new?) or will it be better to wait on the new Rebel or should I wait on an update of the 60D?

Having no camera on hand for my future needs makes it easy to hold off for another month or two if need be.

Thanks for all of your thoughts/suggestions!

GP

Mar 19, 2012

I was asked by a friend why would I even consider going to a 5DIII when the D800 seems better ( he is Pentax 645 shooter).
The answer was I been shoot with a 50D for about 2 years, it has 42000 shutter clicks on it.
Photography is my second job until I retire from the tech world.
I shoot in the studio (portfolios, portraits, fine art nudes), in the field ( urban decay, cityscapes and landscapes) and macros.
I did not upgrade to the 60D, because I did not like the rotating LCD.
I did not upgrade to the 7D, because I did not need to.
I did not upgrade to the 5DII because although I was ready to I knew the 5DIII was just around the corner.
I could not to go the Nikon D800 because I like the weight and size of Canon cameras, I find Nikon cameras too light and the buttons too small.
So I will buy a 5DIII, maybe shoot with it for 3 years and 60000 shutter clicks and who knows maybe in 2016 I will upgrade to 1DX2.
Camera are like cars, you upgrade when you need to and you don't buy monster truck for your 5 min commute to the train station. Well you could, if you really just wanted to make finding your car easy....

My point being, I believe most people will be buying the 5DIII because they used their current camera for a few years and it is time for a new one in their price range. It doesn't have to the best camera just the right one for them.

Mar 19, 2012

I recently upgraded to the Mark III and was testing to see if the 5D mode works on the camera.

Apparently on pressing the focus button on the camera, the flashgun goes into strobe mode (3 times for the 430 EX II and 8 times on the 580 EX II - I think so cos I had to quickly turn it off in case it blew the 580)

This also occurred even with the 5D mode turned off.

Has anyone got such a receiver and trigger set on the Mark III? Any solutions?

justsomedude · Mar 19, 2012

Looking at B&H Photo's site, I see they sometimes have two versions of a lens listed; a USA model and an "imported" version that is usually a little cheaper.

What is the difference between the two?

stilscream · Mar 19, 2012

So rumored f8 firmware update for the 1dx led me to ask, ok do how would one update a camera's firmware?

I own a 7d, not sure what would improve if I updated.

unkbob · Mar 19, 2012

Just received a new LP-E6 battery from Amazon.co.uk. I used the default seller for buying, which I thought was Amazon (free delivery and fulfilled by Amazon) but looks like it was from a company called AineZ Store (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aag/main?ie=UTF8&isAmazonFulfilled=1&marketplaceID=A1F83G8C2ARO7P&isCBA=&asin=&seller=ATFN3XBCPF8PD).

The new battery looks different from my old ones! Can someone please confirm whether Canon has changed the materials used in their battery manufacture? My guess is NO! The new battery cover is more orange than the old ones, and the battery plastic has a more matt finish. Typical warning signs in my eyes. However, the new battery says the chip is made in Japan, assembled in China, which is different from the old text and it's dated Feb 2012, so it could be that they've changed their manufacturing process?

Did I spend £45 on a fake?

Pics below!

Canon Rumors · Mar 19, 2012

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<strong>The next Rebel


</strong>Information regarding the next Rebel is quite scattered. Though we have confirmed a new 18-135 lens with a silent autofocus motor as the new feature of the lens.</p>
<p>Since talking about that lens, there’s been a lot of speculation as to whether or not the Rebel would receive a new autofocus feature for video recording. I cannot confirm or deny that, but for a camera that is more consumer aimed, it would be a welcomed feature to those wanting to shoot video.</p>
<p>There has also been a few suggestions the next Rebel will have a touchscreen and built in WiFi. Niether feature can be confirmed at this time either.</p>
<p>Other unconfirmed specs show the camera to be 18.1mp and running DIGIC 5, which should improve noise performance and overall image quality. I’m told we won’t see a new APS-C sensor until the 60D and 7D replacements are addressed.</p>
<p>I think we’re going to see T4i/650D info and an announcement after the 5D Mark III begins shipping across the globe this week (Asia and Europe have seen some shipments arrive). It’s possible a new Rebel could arrive before NAB next month in Las Vegas.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.amazon.fr/Canon-Eos-650d-pour-Nuls/dp/275404017X" target="_blank">EOS 650D book appears on Amazon</a>?</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

Stephen Melvin · Mar 19, 2012

Actually, it seems like these haven't been asked. Anybody own a Mk III, yet?

As someone who's owned a 7D and a 5D Mk II, there are some areas that really need improvement that haven't been mentioned in any of the marketing or brief "previews" from various sites.

1. The 5D Mk III inherits the 7D's iFCL metering sensor. Does it also inherit the low light flaw of the 7D, where the burst mode slows way way down in a dark environment?

2. Has shooting in Live View mode been made any more responsive? Current implementations are like first generation compact digital cameras from over a decade ago. I call it, "click and wait."

3. Has CDAF improved in Live View mode? I find I have to use "quick" AF, which drops down the mirror and engages the phase detect AF module, because CDAF is so slow as to be absolutely useless most of the time. Virtually all of the competition has been ahead of Canon on this. I hope to see a very significant improvement in the Mk III.

4. Any improvements to the ability to take a still in the middle of a video clip? A faster main processor should allow for a shorter gap in the clip.

5. How is the new camera removing moiré? Is there on-sensor binning? If it's binning, then why is the maximum ISO lower for video than for stills? In theory, it should be higher with binned pixels. Is it still line skipping? I haven't seen a word about this.

6. What's the buffer when shooting RAW and sending the files to both cards?

Canon Rumors · Mar 19, 2012

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<strong>Zeiss 70-200 f/2.8 ZE Mount

</strong>Zeiss is rumored to be announcing a 70-200 f/2.8 at NAB in Las Vegas next month. This would be the first zoom lens Zeiss has produced for the ZE and ZF mounts.</p>
<p>Expect Zeiss to also announce new Cine CP.2 lenses at NAB.</p>
<p>Source: [<a href="http://photorumors.com/2011/12/11/zeiss-cinema-lenses-roadmap-for-2012/" target="_blank">PR</a>] via [<a href="http://www.photogizmos.com/2012/03/16/just-leaked-carl-zeiss-to-announce-new-lens/" target="_blank">PG</a>]</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

Mar 19, 2012

I currently own the 5dm2 along with these lenses: 135L, 100L, 16-35L, 50 1.8. I shoot mainly portrait and close-up and sometimes landscape as well.

My question is should I get the 5dm3 or lenses? Any suggestion on lenses?

Mar 19, 2012

Hi,

I am an amateur hobbyist and love landscape photography. I love really wide angle shots and I liked Sigma 10-20 on my 7D. Now I am getting a 5DMIII and was looking for an ultra wide angle for full frame. The way I see my choices:

1. Canon 17-40 or 16-35 (17-40 is pretty wide but not "super wide"; 16-35 is somewhat expensive)
2. Nikon 14-24 with adapter --> expensive + no auto focus
3. Sigma 12-24 mark II (about $1000)--> Interesting - don't seem to have too much of information about it. Saw a couple of reviews but not that many people seem to have it.

So, my questions:
1. Am I missing any other option
2. What would the recommendation be

Thanks!

TexinAfrica · Mar 19, 2012

I just found out that the Canon externders (models II or III) will work with most ranges of zooms but not the 70-300mm L series. I assume this must be due to it's "trombone" design or some issue related to it's compace size. Can someone elaborate???? Thanks.

Maui5150 · Mar 19, 2012

Despite the "I am switching," "I am disappointed," et al threads, still looks like Canon is ruling the roost when it comes to the biggest market... consumers... Cha-Ching!

http://www.prweb.com/releases/prweb2012/3/prweb9269703.htm

te4o · Mar 19, 2012

For all those who are still not entirely convinced (like me) new 5D3 users please compare with examples the 5D2 with the 5D3: IQ at RAW, sharpness, colours, VF, LCD usability for MF, usability of AF and higher FPS (RAW), all in all give us your impression why should I pay twice the price...

I'd like to structure the first impressions a bit. You decide what you compare and post either here or start a new topic. I agree this is borderless issue but please stick to hardware testing standards ie as objective as possible.

Thank you to all first buyers for being avantgardistic and bold and for leading the rest!

Mar 19, 2012 · Mar 19, 2012

I would like to remove the "COPY" Watermark from the PDF file before printing, do you know how to do it or from where to download it ?, I downloaded from the USA site and came with a watermark, thanks

Mar 19, 2012

Okay, I know, it hasn't even hit the shelves yet, but generally how long does a new camera body have to be out before we can expect to see a price drop? I'm dying to get one, but $3500 is a little too steep right now.

Mar 19, 2012

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