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Canon EOS 1D X - ISO test + RAW files

Finally I managed to finish article after days and days of trouble, and on the end site was hacked, over night in 2 am, while I was finishing article ...

But its here:
http://www.canon5dtips.com/review/canon-eos-1d-x-iso-review-raw-samples/

You can download JPEGs, PSD file to compare crops or pure RAW (untouched) files.

Other article with sample shots is edited as well and have more Sport Shots.

You can check it here: http://www.canon5dtips.com/review/canon-1d-x-sample-shots/

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5D Mark III Firmware Update Error

During the process of updating with most recent firmware 1.1.3, the 5D Mark III I was using encountered a strange problem:
The firmware update would fail after reaching a certain amount of percentage of completion (avg. 52%), and would disable the camera from any other functions. I would not be able to use any function except for the automatic firmware update screen that would be displayed. I tried mounting a lens, pressed all buttons, but nothing would work. There wasn't a solution on the Canon website.

Even with several fully-charged batteries, several formatted CF/SD cards, the firmware update would still encounter an error. I even tried re-updating to the 1.1.2 version, but it still wouldn't work.

After almost an hour I finally found a solution:
From of an "ah, why in the world not?" idea, just for the sake of doing it, I used the BG-E11 with two batteries, and the update went all the way to 100% and completed.

Now, I have no idea why this would happen, but has this phenomenon happened to any other 5D Mark III bodies out there?

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Using Remote when shooting Movies on a 5D MKIII

Hi, bought a Haehnel Giga T Pro RC unit which works well taking stills, but I haven't been able to
find a way to use it to control the Camera when taking movies. AllI want to do is remotely start and stop
the recording.

Would anyone happen to know how to do this?

The RC unit allows me to do single shot, continuous shooting and Bulb. If I switch to video mode,
and press "single shot" then the Camera will take a still, which is kind off logical.

Cheers Brian

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Which of these 2 lens combo (24-70L II & 17-40L) or (Zeiss 21/2.8 & 24-105L)?

Hi, trying to decide which one of these combo of lenses would be better to complete my landscape set. I upgraded to a 5DII and a 70-300L so my full frame camera and telephoto portion is well covered. I sold my remaining gears and saved enough to buy either one of these 2 lens combo to complete my 3 lens landscape set.

I would love to have both the 24-70L II and the Zeiss but it is way over my budget. I have to sub in a cheaper lens with either one of these 2 great lenses to fit within my $2800-$2900 budget.

If you were to choose between these 2 sets, which one would you choose and why?

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Odd Canon 5D Mark II Glitch...

Hey there, just noticed an odd glitch happening with my 5D MK II... I've never had much reason to pay attention to EXIF data coming out of this camera, but today I happened to look at the serial number. Interestingly enough, the serial number that Lightroom 4 is showing me doesn't match up with the serial number on the bottom of my camera.

In case it's relevant, this camera was a rental unit at Flashpoint Photography Rentals in Vancouver for a number of years. I'm a productions manager there and we bought the camera new from a reputable retail store. I used this camera many times for the past two years, until buying it from work when the Mark III came out.

Any ideas how this would have happened?

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5D Mark III Tips, Tricks & Settings

I just wanted to start a thread for those who have any questions or comments on settings that they really like on the 5D Mark III. I have seen the odd post on AF settings but that's about it.

Myself personally, I shoot mostly portraits, so I'm just using the 15 point set up with the base focus point and I am pretty happy with that set up. The camera is pretty new so I haven't had a ton of time to experiment try out everything in the menu. I did have limited to success with HDR modes.

I have heard of people reprogramming the depth-of-field button on the front of the camera to different functions, which I am definitely curious about.

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Get the 60d or wait for the 70d?

Hi guys,
Here a new member, At the moment I have a 450d with a 24-105 IS UMS and a 70-200 USM F/4.0, a very nice combo in my opinion. But after 4 years I would like to upgrade to a higher model, like the 60d or 70d with video function etc. But, is it worth it? Or do I have to wait for the new 70d? I mainly will use it for 50% stills and 50% videos. Here in the Netherlands a new 60d body cost 770,- euros, a new 70d would be 1200,- i heard. What would you recommend me and why?
Many thanks,
Willem

My photos look so dull

Hi,

well im regularly browsing around several websites checking out portraits cuz thats what i like to shoot too. Usually i come across pictures where i just think they look so good because the photo just looks so "fully lighted".
Feeling a bit retarded at the moment but i will still try to explain what i mean.

For example this photo

http://www.flickr.com/photos/8600629@N06/4448073209#

Its not about the composition or anything but the lighting in this just looks so good to me. It looks so bright and the shadows are so soft. Like so awesome contrast and colors.

Other examples (randomly picked from pixe-peeper.com with 50mm 1.4 and 1.2):

http://www.flickr.com/photos/24285656@N07/7224316282#

http://www.flickr.com/photos/41174696@N00/3606301684#

http://www.flickr.com/photos/97349383@N00/4021765535#

And in contrast when i take a portrait it just looks so...boring and dull and not brilliant.

Some of MY samples (SORRY FOR ADS ON THAT SITE :( ):

http://s7.directupload.net/file/d/2932/v8c7htox_jpg.htm

http://s14.directupload.net/file/d/2932/e6d27om2_jpg.htm

and last one where i overexposured a little trying to get "that look" from the samples at the beginning.

http://s14.directupload.net/file/d/2932/kbxf5b2c_jpg.htm

Is it just my lens thats so crappy? 50mm 1.8II L(ens hood attached)? OR my 1100D camera? It just doesnt look so shiny awesome like i want. Like so "mellow" contrast only. Or is it just the post processing? Feel free to give my photos a try.

Thanks already

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The 5D Mark III & SD Memory Cards

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<strong>From Jeff Cable


</strong>Photographer Jeff Cable has posted an article on his blog about some of the speed limititations associated with using SD cards in the new Canon EOS 5D Mark III.</p>
<p><strong>From Jeff</strong></p>
<blockquote><p>Well…after some testing I have determined that, if you care at all about high speed shooting or clearing you buffer quickly, YOU DO NOT want to put a card in the SD slot. Why? Because, for some reason unbeknownst to me, Canon decided to build the 5D Mark III with one very fast CF slot which supports the newer UDMA7 protocol and a standard SD card slot which does NOT support the high speed standard (called UHS – for Ultra High Speed).</p></blockquote>
<p><a href="http://jeffcable.blogspot.co.uk/2012/06/why-you-should-not-put-sd-card-in-your.html" target="_blank"><strong>Read More</strong></a></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r </strong></p>

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Canon EOS-1D X Unboxing

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<strong>Lots in England


</strong>There seems to be a few Canon EOS-1D X’s popping up in the UK. A few lucky owners have emailed us to let us know.</p>
<p>One such person did an unboxing video of the camera. I had nothing to do with the orientation of the camera.</p>
<p><strong>Canon EOS-1D X Unboxing</strong></p>

<p><iframe width="500" height="375" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/7BOaGxi5Bh4?fs=1&feature=oembed" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r </strong></p>

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Canon 5D Mrk II & 500D Image Question

Hi all,

I have a possibly stupid question to ask but I'll ask all the same because I'm confused.

As the Subject suggests I have a Canon 5D Mrk II & 500D, Using the Canon 50mm 1.4 (and every other lens I try) if I take the exact same picture with the exact same settings on both cameras I get a significantly darker image from the 5D Mark II. In fact I'm struggling to push up the exposure on the 5D.

Something wrong with the camera or is it due to different sensors?

Thanks in advance!

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Canon 1dx Got it! Got it! Got it!

Just confirming I got my canon 1 dx about an hour ago from calumet Manchester apparently they got 9 bodies in and mine was the first to be collected!! I have just got it home it is absolutely amazing I can't take the smile off my face! The battery only had a small amount of charge in it I have just put my 85mm 1.2L lens on left it in program mode and took some quick shots of my wife painting the house inside!! I think it will be a while before I venture out of "P" mode it's that good!!! Put it in al servo mode just to see how fast it was, it was like a machine gun with every picture pin sharp and exactly the same exposure!!! The camera truly is amazing if yours is on order you are going to love it!!!

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Canon EF 100-400 f/4-5.6L IS [CR2]

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<p><strong>More information

</strong>Now that the EF 24-70 f/2.8L has been redone, the most requested lens to be replaced with a new version is the Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS.  A few patents exist for a new 100-400, you can see them <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2011/11/another-ef-100-400-patent/" target="_blank">here</a> and <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2011/09/canon-ef-100-400-f4-5-6l-is-patent-pending/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
<p>The lens isn’t for an immediate announcement, as we’re told they may be waiting for Nikon to announce the much needed replacement to their 80-400.</p>
<p>We’re told 2 designs currently exist for the lens, and at least one of them has a zoom ring instead of the polarizing “push/pull”. The lens is also said to be weather sealed, slightly faster starting at f/4, a bit heavier than the current version and has the latest and greatest IS system.</p>
<p>This lens could also be considered the IS replacement for the EF 400 f/5.6L, especially if it’s better optically. I’m sure this point may not be what a lot of people wanted to read.</p>
<p>No mention of a timeframe for an announcement. I suspect it’ll be after the 200-400.</p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

Evening and Night Time Shots of Calgary, Canada

Hi Everyone,

I've been a lurker for some time here on Canon Rumors and I've finally decided to join and contribute to the forum. Here's some pictures I took with my 7D earlier this month of my beautiful city, Calgary.

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