bdunbar79 said:
I went to an F1 race once and believe it or not all I saw were F1 cars! Not a single mountain bike! Man, this proves that nobody would ever use a mountain bike for anything, anywhere right.
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Another EOS-1D X Mark II Spec List [CR2]
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I went to an F1 race once and believe it or not all I saw were F1 cars! Not a single mountain bike! Man, this proves that nobody would ever use a mountain bike for anything, anywhere right.
MintChocs said:
sadly, that actually could explain it (although there are a number of other explanations, but these days, I'd almost go with that one!)
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LetTheRightLensIn said:
Not surprisingly you don't get it. We're in a 1Dx Mark II thread. Someone said Canon better improve the specs on this camera or else SONY is going to take away the market from Canon. See the connection? You'll get it I'm sure, just think about it for awhile.
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bdunbar79 said:
I was shooting an international sporting event earlier this month and the guy next to me on the pitch was using a Sony with a white Sony lens. He was shooting for one of the wires. He also had a 7D Mark II with a 300 f/2.8 ii and kept switching between the two.
I have never really seen that before, but Sony is definitely being discussed a lot more on the sidelines than they used to be.
It will be a long time though before established photographers jump ship from Nikon or Canon. But perhaps the younger generation (who may have less invested in equipment) may be easier for them to target.
I am looking forward to hear what the 1D X II will be all about.
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expatinasia said:
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You made the same post nearly word for on back to back pages of this thread...... Anyway I don't know if that means a whole lot. Even Sony hands out camera's for testing... This gal I know was down in Omaha recently to get some new headshots and her photographer guy was talking about the "$20,000 Sony camera" he was testing....
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Solar Eagle said:
True, thanks for pointing that out. Which Sony camera are you referring too?
I did not get the impression that the guy I am talking about was given the camera by Sony, but I did not talk to him.
I posted my message again to reinforce the fact that Sony are making small inroads into the pro sports scene. This was an international sporting event with photographers from around the world. Most as already mentioned are still using Canon or Nikon and I doubt that will change.
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expatinasia said:
She's not a camera person so all she knew is he was "testing a fancy $20,000 Sony camera". I'm not seeing her anymore so I haven't even seen head shots that came back. lol
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expatinasia said:
So you see a Sony camera once at one event and you are making a point, reinforcing mind you, about Sony and MILC making inroads into the market or sports photography? You have to be joking.
The only time I ever hear about Sony, or MILC for that matter, is HERE. The only place, ever. Certainly never on any sidelines I frequent.
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I know you can set autorotate for in-camera image review and for metadata tag for computer viewing. What I'm referring to is more global setting.tpatana said:
Say for example I've locked my camera on a tripod and shooting in portrait orientation I'd like an option for menus to rotate so I can read them more easily without having to tilt my head to the side. It's is a basic feature available on almost any smartphone these days. On my Android phone you can easily enable/disable the function from the quick, drop-down menu if you don't like/need it.
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expatinasia said:
I second this idea unless someone can suggest why it's really needed.
For a man, my hand is somewhat small but I've gotten used to the 1D M IV well enough that I'm serious about a once in my life rather extravagant (for me) 1DX II purchase. I started with the 6D and like the joystick function internal to the rotating wheel. However, the wheel is so small that pressing the select button often activates the joystick function. Otherwise, if larger, I'd say it's more ergonomic than the separate joystick of the 1D IV. I've found it presses in so easily that I end up with a selection when I only wanted L/R or U/D. Anyone else have an opinion on this? Is the 1DX joystick better than the 1D IV?
Jack
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bdunbar79 said:
Like I said, it was a major international event with photographers from around the world, not just a local or national event. The fact there was a Sony on the sidelines is, to me at least, indicative of the fact that Sony is slowly making inroads.
But I don't really care, competition is good, and I shoot don't, or even own a Sony. Just because you do not see anything, or someone else sees something different, does not mean you or the other person is right or wrong.
StudentOfLight said:
That's a good idea.
I think Canon could also improve the viewfinder display when you move to vertical from horizontal. It is difficult to see the battery indicator when you are in vertical as it is right at the top.
I would also prefer percentages (as you get on mobiles) rather than battery bars.
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Another thing I would like is to be able to force calibrate the battery. At the moment that is not possible. I presume they would need to modify the charger for this.
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I have a question or two.
What will the launch price of the 1dx mark ii likely be? The 1dx was $12000 on launch, correct? Will the mark ii be similarly priced? I hope not, that's a bit unfair to the consumer since we know it will go down in price after a few years just like the 1dx... For reference did the same sort of thing happen with other 1d series? What was the launch price for other 1d series?
What will the launch price of the 1dx mark ii likely be? The 1dx was $12000 on launch, correct? Will the mark ii be similarly priced? I hope not, that's a bit unfair to the consumer since we know it will go down in price after a few years just like the 1dx... For reference did the same sort of thing happen with other 1d series? What was the launch price for other 1d series?
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Everything in this latest spec list looks very promising....pretty much the type of list that will make me pre-order as soon as that is possible. If we see announcement in Jan and release in April that would be perfect for the onset of spring migratory bird shooting. Now release the 600DO at that time also and 2016 will be epic from my kayak 
Also epic on the bank account :'(
24MP would be ideal (I'd take more if possible and probably would rather have more and stay at 12FPS rather than 24 at 15FPS as rumoured). But 24 is a very nice jump from 18.
15FPS....well sure....although I think that will finally make it impossible to do a single click ;D Already very hard at 12FPS although still possible if you practice!!
Dual C-Fast....yes please (worst thing would be a split of CF and C-Fast like Nikon's stupid move last round)....this should allow the MP and FPS with a good buffer. I think CF would handle the FPS and MP but not with a buffer we are used to on the 1DX.
DR....don't really care unless it is an improvement in high-ISO DR. Who shoots a 1DX below 400ISO....not many....not often....
Hoping for some improvement in high-ISO noise but not sure how much current sensor design can still eek out with 24MPs.....??
I'm starting to get impatient waiting for this but happy that Olympics are coming and basically will force a release sometime this spring to be ready for August in Rio.
Also epic on the bank account :'(24MP would be ideal (I'd take more if possible and probably would rather have more and stay at 12FPS rather than 24 at 15FPS as rumoured). But 24 is a very nice jump from 18.
15FPS....well sure....although I think that will finally make it impossible to do a single click ;D Already very hard at 12FPS although still possible if you practice!!
Dual C-Fast....yes please (worst thing would be a split of CF and C-Fast like Nikon's stupid move last round)....this should allow the MP and FPS with a good buffer. I think CF would handle the FPS and MP but not with a buffer we are used to on the 1DX.
DR....don't really care unless it is an improvement in high-ISO DR. Who shoots a 1DX below 400ISO....not many....not often....
Hoping for some improvement in high-ISO noise but not sure how much current sensor design can still eek out with 24MPs.....??
I'm starting to get impatient waiting for this but happy that Olympics are coming and basically will force a release sometime this spring to be ready for August in Rio.
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