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IS substitute for faster glass in low light? Not convinced.

Many people say that having IS gives you 3 stops of compensation. Which means that you can have a faster shutter speed of 3 stops.

Im not totally convinced by this. take a 24-70 f/2.8 and the 24-105 f/4 IS. This means, (if we skip out the details regarding DOF, bokeh etc and just focus on getting a shot,) that in low light, say shooting at 70mm:

1)if your 24-70 is giving you a shutter speed of 1/4 second which assume you can't hand hold..

2)then according to 24-105 without the IS at f/4, your shutter speed will be 1/2 second due to smaller aperature

3)but IS means that you gain 3 stops when means your effective shutter speed is 1/16 second, much better than the 24-70mm f/2.8 and so you could get a crisp shot.

Im not totally convinced that it really translates to 3 stops in low light. I have shot with both lenses before. Could someone confirm this?

i.e. what Im trying to say is that if we have the option to purely getting a crisp shot in low light and have the option to either get a faster lens or a slower lens with IS, it is not equivalent. Because this means it is much cheaper getting IS than faster glass (given IS claims to be 3-4 stops)

thanks,
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Grand Canyon Lens suggestions

I am going out to the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, and redrock in late May. I currently plan on using my 17-40 but have been reading comments about the image quality at 17mm on a FF camera(will be using either 5DII or III if it is out). I am debating on renting either the 14mm, 24mm, or 16-35mm. What do you guys think? Should I consider a good tele?
If anyone has been to antelope canyon, I would love to know which tour you recommend for the best photography.
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Just how important is IS?

I did a search non it but nothing in the first few pages came up.

I went for a used 70-200mm f/4L. It's ordered. It does not have image stabilization. Why? It cost twice as much with IS and I wanted to buy an external flash and a tripod too. I plan in the future to maybe sell it and upgrade to the IS version when I can afford to. For now, expanding my arsenal is top priority. Anyway, I did a search on IS via google and found a bunch of websites talking about how everyone needs IS and people who don't get it won't get as many great photos etc etc.

What is your take on it, guys? Is it really a waste of money to buy a non-IS lens if you can't afford the IS version? Just how necessary is IS?
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$156k worth of Nikon gear stolen.

I was just browsing the website from the dark side and came across this article. They have a list of $156k worth of gear stolen out of a van in Dublin. What would one even do with most of this stuff? If you take prototype gear out in the open, you're going to get noticed.

http://nikonrumors.com/2012/02/15/nikon-nps-roadshow-gear-stolen-worth-100k-including-d4-d800.aspx/
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SI Swimsuit Issue... Canon Gear

VH1 aired a "Making Of" special about this years SI Swimsuit Issue... and maybe I missed it, but I didn't see a single Nikon. All Canon gear. Unfortunately, I'm not quite good enough to recognize all the gear used... I definitely saw a couple 5D Mark IIs, a 1D of some sort... a 24-70L, and numerous white lenses. Anyone else catch this and can identify what gear was utilized?

(It's on again on 2/18 at 11:30am)

I'm sure the producers didn't quite envision me watching the show for this reason. haha.

Thanks,
CTMike
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1 D mark II N (used)

Guys, how do you think, is there any point in getting this instead of 7D? Great AF and wheather sealing is what I need. I've used 450D, 550D, 30D and 40D before, and now I'm ready for really solid body. I am not a megapixel runner, because pixel size and sensor size is much more important.
That is why I'm looking for 1Dm2 - it's 1.3 crop sensor is better than 1.6 crop.
5D or 5Dm2 both have slow AF, and are not as tough as pro-bodies.

Still, 1dm2 is an old camera, and 7d with it's AF is almost that good, is also wheather sealed, and brand-new costs as much as 6-7 years old pro body.
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EF 50-140mm f/2 IS

K
Disclaimer: THIS IS NOT A RUMOR, JUST A WISH LIST OR THEORETICAL LENS.

Just out of curiosity is there anything that would keep Canon (or any other maker of APS-C of FF SLRs) from making an f/2 zoom like this? In theory, the lens would be identical to the size of a 70-200mm f/2.8 (and likely just as expensive - if not more so), and would act like an 80-225mm f/2.8 with the 1.6x crop factor of APS-C cameras. On top of that it would make a killer portrait lens on a full frame camera and could replicate 4 other lenses (50mm f/1.8, 85mm f/1.8, 100mm f/2, and 135mm f/2) with the flexibility of zooming and added benefit of IS.

Adding on a 1.4x teleconverter would make it a 70-200mm f/2.8; a 2.0x would bring it up to 100-280mm f/4.

What do you guys think? Would you be interested in such a beast? I know Olympus has made a line of f/2 zooms, just wondered what the CR community would think of one in the Canon mount.
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7D upgrade or wait for 5DX/III

R
Hi everyone,

I've been reading canonrumors.com for a while now, and have recently started diving into the plethora of information that you all share on the forums. Its been an incredible learning experience for a relatively unexperienced photographer.

I am looking to upgrade from an older Canon Rebel XSi to a newer, pro-amateur level camera. I currently have a EF 50mm f/1.4 USM which served as my first and only lens for a couple of years, until I got a EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM. I shoot a huge variety of things from portraits to sports to landscapes. I usually use the 28-300mm during the day and then switch to the 50mm when the sun begins dipping (since the highest even remotely useable ISO on my Rebel is 800).

Anyway, right now I'm thinking my next addition to my gear will be a 7D or 5D. I don't think that I would consider a 5D Mk II since the AF and continuous shooting speed don't lend themselves well to sports. Having said that, should I wait on my purchase of a 7D in hopes that the new 5D will be improved in said areas?

I do like the idea that should i change to FF, every lens that I own, and will purchase in the future will now not be 1.6x. I even bought the 50mm f1.4 knowing that the 50mm was my AE-1 personal favourite, thinking that I would eventually purchase a FF body.

I don't have much of a budget, obviously I would like the 1Dx if it were anywhere within reach, but 6K is a little steep. I live in Canada and do lots of travelling, always taking my DSLR with me. I've included a couple of sample shots in case anyone would like to give me some tips or get an idea for what kind of photos I'm interested in!

Thanks for your input, and all of the wealth of information you've all produced for me and others around the world!

Peter
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Kenko 1.4X PRO 300 TC DGX?

Marsu42
I did a search and nothing conclusive turned up (which doesn't mean there is nothing), so here it goes:

I've got a crop body and will buy the 70-300L. The Canon extenders won't work, but there is this Kenko 1.4x that seems to "work ok" and costs half. Does anyone know anything more specific concerning iq and af speed, preferably with a crop body like the 60D?

I would get this TC not as a "always on", but for special occasions when the 1.6x300mm aren't sufficient. However, if the iq is so degraded that it's better to shoot @300mm and then crop, you can help me save money here :-o
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Canon T3i Price Jump

I know everyone is eagerly anticipating a 5D update, but as I'm just starting out in photography, I've been debating whether to jump on a T3i or hold out for the next version (T4i?) considering Canon tends to announce the Rebel updates around this time of year. I've been following the T3i prices for a while, and it was hovering under $710 at a few places. Then I just noticed today that it has jumped to $799 pretty much everywhere (Amazon, Best Buy, Adorama, B&H). I'm curious why this might be the case. The Canon rebates were all extended to early March, so I don't think that is it. Is it typical for all retailers to increase prices in lockstep like that? Does this occur on other models as well? It seems like a big price increase considering it was released a year ago and they tend to release a new version annually. Is anyone aware of the T3i being in short supply? It's dropped from 1 to 5 on the Amazon DLR sales rank in only a week or so, behind the Nikon d5100 and Canon T2i and T3. Or is it possible that they may be getting ready to release a new version at a higher price point and are moving the T3i to be in line with that? Just throwing some ideas out there, but I'm curious what others think.
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What gear besides 5DX/III for weddings, portraits & travel with limited budget?

Mr.Magic

What gear besides 5DIII/5DX and 24-70 for weddings, portrait &travel with limited budget?

  • 5Dc, 24-85, rent 70-200 for weddings

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • 60D, 17-40, rent 70-200 for weddings

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • Rent 70-200 for weddings, Panasonic GX1 + 14-42

    Votes: 0 0.0%

  • No second body, 5DX+24-70 for travel, rent extra 5DX and 70-200 for weddings (keep 350D for a year)

    Votes: 1 100.0%
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Hi all!

My problem: I am thinking for a few weeks now what will be my future camera bag content and I don’t know where to head in the future related to purchases. I don’t do photography for a living but I give a high value for good photographs, so I’m limited in budget. So two 1DX cameras is not an option :)

Why do I ask this? It's time to upgrade my 350D, a few babies are getting born in the family and we’re getting on a nice vacation this summer, so I want to severely upgrade my equipment.

What do I have at this moment: 350D, 24-70 f2.8, 50mm f1.8, 580EXII. I already rented the 5DmkII and the 70-200 f2.8 IS II a few times and this is the quality I want for the near future.

What kind of photography do I do: 3-4 weddings during the summer, portraits (babies, kids, families, etc), and I want to take beautiful pictures during my holidays. We especially travel to locations to visit special nature, historic elements, cultural elements, etc. (e.g. temples, waterfalls,…)

So, the purchase of a 5DX/III is 100% sure, I'll buy this one when prices drop a little, end 2012 or spring 2013, my 350D will go to my mother. The question is all about what second body and to keep in mind what camera to use in the coming year, before purchasing the 5DX.

My possible solutions:

Set 1: 5DX+24-70, 5D (buy now), 24-85 (buy now), rent 70-200 for weddings
Result: I’ll have a full frame to use this year already, with a smaller lens (24-85) to take on holiday.

Set 2: 5DX+24-70, 60D (buy now), 17-40 (buy now), rent 70-200 2.8 IS for weddings
Result: large range possibility due to crop and FF combination, somewhat smaller body and short lens for holidays

Set 3: 5DX+24-70, rent 70-200 2.8 IS for weddings, Panasonic GX1 +14-42mm
Result: one DSLR, one small camera for holidays + snapshots and a second small camera for weddings

Set 4: don't buy a second body, only 5DX+24-70, rent 70-200 2.8 IS + second 5DX for weddings
Result: one DSLR and lens = smaller investment, I will always have to keep on renting stuff for weddings, relative high weight for travel (5DX + 24-70)


Everyday my mind changes, so usefull advise, tips, own experiences, etc, everything is welcome to clear up my mind. Also taking costs in mind, e.g. 5Dc with 24-85 might cost only as much as GX1 + 14-42 for example. Thanks a lot for reading and huge thanks you for giving your thoughts!

Edit: I know reading it all and then answering takes some time, therefore I added a small poll, I'd be really thankful for answering this.

Dennis
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Which method gives better IQ? Shoot with APS-C or Shoot with FF then crop to APS

Im planning to get a 5DMKII soon second hand. I currently have a 450D with some good glass.

Obviously with FF my 70-200mm will be a bit shorter. Assuming we are shooting during the day so ISO doesnt matter too much, is it better to shoot with 450D with a 70-200 OR shoot with the 5DMKII then crop it down to APSC?

This is assuming that the 70-200 isnt tight enough on the FF hence the need to crop. Which method will give a better image quality?

thanks,
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Canon 5D Mark III/X Commercials Being Shot? [CR1]

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<p><strong>New Commercials?

</strong>Received some detailed information that 5D Mark III/X commercials are being shot in England and France. One film is about making a cinematic piece with the camera, the other is for Euro 2012.</p>
<p>Very few details were given about the camera itself.</p>
<p><strong>I’m In Ecuador

</strong>My internet may be wonky for the next couple of days as I move around Ecuador, but do keep emails and whatnot coming.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r </strong></p>
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Nikon D800 Canon 5D MkII comparison

OK I know it's digital rev reviewing the two, but they appear to have had their hands on the new Nikon, I think it's interesting reading in the abscence of anything else.

Oh & if anyones offered any cheap Nikon gear some one stole the van with all the Nikon roadshow gear last night in Southern Ireland, including the D4 & the D800 round about £100K worth (Don't we know someone here with links there?) ;)

http://www.digitalrev.com/article/nikon-d800-vs-canon-eos/OTE5NzQxMQ_A_A
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Help me spend my money

I am in the market for a new camera to replace my aging 20D. My wife is tired of me wasting money renting the 5DmkII. I have the green light to spend around $3000. My intial instincts are to get the 5DmkII because I like it and have used it several times but I want to get the most for my money. I am worried though that I might be doing the same thing I did when I got the 20D which is buying a camera right before the replacement came out. I would like to get another L lens but my main priority is a new body. Should I get the 5DII or wait for the III/X? Should I think about the 7D? Any and all ideas are welcome.
Here is what I currently have:
50mm f1.4
85mm f1.8
17-40mm L f4
70-200 f4
100mm Macro f2.8
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High MP Full Frame "Crop"

Terry Rogers
So I was thinking about the new Nikon D800 and perhaps Canon's response to it. While many of us covet (and enjoy) full frame benefits, there are a few drawbacks compared to crop sensors. Most notably for wildlife and bird photographers who take advantage of the pixel density and crop factor crop sensors afford. Getting your 500mm monster reach as far as an 800mm goliath because of the crop saves a small fortune and work lugging it around by pairing it to a 7D. In this realm, the crops take an advantage.

However, with an ultra high density sensor like on the D800, one could crop in significantly more and achieve the equivalent "reach" afforded by a crop sensor without a loss in quality as the remaining pixels will most likely be more than enough for most purposes.

However, my understanding is the processors and memory have a hard time moving 36mp images quick enough so fps is reduced and I suspect the buffer would fill quickly. However, if the camera were to only use the middle portion of the sensor, effectively turning it into a crop camera, the MP count would be reduced and file sizes would be significanly smaller. If this is done (while still shooting raw), could the fps cound be significantly boosted for say BIF shoots or other situations where maximum reach is needed WHILE good fps performance is also needed?

Who knows, maybe there will be a 5DX 45mp monster. If so, and it got f8 autofocus, maybe it would become the go to camera for bird photography.

Anyways, just a though.

Cheers
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Canon iMage Gateway moving...

Is any of you a Canon iMage Gateway user?
They increase the available space for the user albums and asked to the customer to move previous albums in the new ones. I have two accounts. I have started the procedure two days ago but still now the site states for both of them 'copy in progress'. I understand that they are moving a huge number of customers account, but now the timing is becoming suspected.
Is any of you experiencing the same thing?
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How far will the 5DMKII drop in price?

I almost pulled the trigger last year at the end of December to buy a 5D MKII. Back then the price dropped a lot as people anticipated the release of the 5dMKIII which didnt come. That was the best price to buy a 2nd hand 5DMKII betwen £1000 and £1100. Since then it has risen in price to about £1300 now. It is starting to drop again with the announcement of the MKIII expected....

So the question is, lets say the MKIII gets announced tomorrow, how fast will the price drop on the MKII? The reason why Im not buying now is because I think the MKII will drop at least to the December price if not less so if I buy now I will lose out on about £200. But with lots of people waiting, they might keep the price up there for a while. If the price drop back in December follows the same logic as the drop in price following the MKIII announcemment then I should wait....

AHhhhhh.....well done people who have bought the MKII this year. At least u guys have pulled the trigger already and have had a deep breath!
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