Bryan Carnathan's 1D X Review Is Finished
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I read it earlier today. He seems enthusiastic about it, but its also obvious that the 5D MK III will suffice for many of us. He does tell us what works well, and what doesn't.
I think that there seems to be quite a consensus of experienced experts giving a thumbs up. I was considering one, but decided to buy a new lens instead. I'm still on the fence about getting another 5D MK III. There have been some better prices, but those are likely from dealers who took the double down rebates and applied $200 discount to the body and will sell the lenses for full price. That might mean prices will rise again.
I think that there seems to be quite a consensus of experienced experts giving a thumbs up. I was considering one, but decided to buy a new lens instead. I'm still on the fence about getting another 5D MK III. There have been some better prices, but those are likely from dealers who took the double down rebates and applied $200 discount to the body and will sell the lenses for full price. That might mean prices will rise again.
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I have read several reviews from Bryans site. I am amazed at the amount of canon lenses he has tested, even when compared with dpreview. But i have been dissapointed with how he looks at products and it appears that he tries to avoid being overly critical. I feel that i have been mislead by his statements. So many lenses he would so many positive things about it you would think that its a must have. His reviews does not really help to make purchase decisions, where we need to see how alternatives stack up. He is too nice to the canon gear he reviews. Even DPreview has been dissapointing. Esp with their D800 and 5D MkIII reviews. But that another story.
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briansquibb said:
I was commenting about his reviews in general. They dont get very much discussed elsewhere, but he has one of the most comprehensive reviews of canon lenses out there. I have read most of it, and i wish he would be more critical at times as my post said. When you are making a buying decision you need the help of those who have actually used the item.
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Wilmark said:
He's not always so nice, just depends on which reviews you look at:
Sigma 20mm f/1.8
"Unfortunately, I consider the Sigma 20mm f/1.8 EX DG Lens to be unusable at f/1.8 unless you are looking for a soft-focus effect. This lens is one of the softest I've seen wide open.
In conclusion, I recommend not buying the Sigma 20mm f/1.8 EX DG Lens. Sorry Sigma, this one is a dud."
It's not just sigma:
EF 80-200
"The Canon EF 80-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II Lens is a very small, very light and very cheap telephoto zoom lens.
There is no sticker shock when checking the price on this lens. But, as often is the case, you get what you pay for.
With the Canon EF 80-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II Lens, you also get very cheap build quality.
Optically, the Canon EF 80-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II Lens is disappointing.
Basically, the Canon EF 80-200mm f/4.5-5.6 II Lens is a very cheap telephoto zoom lens with performance relative to its cost."
Sure, with the L lenses and 1-series bodies he's not going to be too negative, but even in the 1DX review he says things like:
"...but first, I want to point out a potential downside for 1D Mark IV body owners looking to upgrade to the 1D X... This is of course disappointing to many extender users... The largest group of photographers affected by this change are, probably, bird photographers (such as Arthur Morris) - who have been dealt a double blow with the 1D X. Bird photography typically needs the most reach possible - through both lens focal length and sensor density. Increasing focal length via extenders has now been limited (for autofocus to function) and the 1D X has a less-dense sensor than either of the previous 1-Series models...
This is, perhaps, the end of that era. I have to admit that I'm surprised by this design decision. "
He sounds almost British here, being polite as possible about a change for the worse when you can really tell he's annoyed by the no f/8 and knows a lot of others are too.
You just have to read between the lines a bit when reading his reviews, to tell which lenses/bodies he loves and which ones not so much...
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As with any information, you need to consider the source. It's important to read many/most of the reviews on a particular site, to get a feel for the style. For example, while I find Bryan's reviews very reliable, it's important to note that his reviews are generally positive and upbeat - he usually finds something to praise about every lens (which is not unreasonable, but helpful to know if you're just reading one review). One of the very nice features of TDP is that in addition to the text reviews of the lenses, there are technical comparisons of sharpness, vignetting, distortion, etc., showing the actual images (as opposed to reduced and plotted data), which allows the readers to see for themselves and draw their own objective conclusions.
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+1neuroanatomist said:
Each reviewer has his own style. However, several that I've now read have a lot of positives and few negatives. I have a 1D MK IV which I bought to replace my D800, however, I've yet to use the f/8 AF capability. I never used it on the D800 either.
If you are one who cannot afford those big whites, or just like me, can't handle the weight, then using a 400mm f/5.6 or 100-400mm with TC is a advantage over using a 7D. and no TC.
I need to try my MK IV at f/11. My 1D MK III would AF at f/11 with certain lenses.
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I think the big points that are being left out in the analysis or the superior metering and color accuracy of the 1DX over other cameras. That goes a long way. Take a 1DX and 5D3 in fluorescent lighting and you'll see exactly what I mean.
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You should try the 300f4L with the canon 2x tc to give 600 f8 780 full frame equivalent its not a bad combo on a 1d af is respectable with the center point too you just need lots of lightMt Spokane Photography said:
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wickidwombat said:
I've been seriously considering replacing my 7D with a 1DIV. It's less than half the cost of a 500/4 II to put on the 1D X, and even though a gripped 7D won't go for much on the used market, what I'd get for it, added to the cash on hand in my gear fund, would cover an LN-/EX+ 1DIV...
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neuroanatomist said:
That actually would be the best replacement purchase scenario I can imagine. The 1D4 for the 7D would be incredibly smart and worthwhile. Not that the 7D is a bad camera, it's just you get the incredible features of the 1D4 along with the 1.3x factor. That's one of the main reasons the 1D4 is in my kit. I like that crop factor and 1D body metering capabilities.
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bdunbar79 said:
Yep. What holds me back is that's close to half of the 500/4 II...and I'm pretty sure that lens on my 1D X will trounce the 100-400mm on a 1DIV. Then again, birds/wildlife account for only about 10-15% of my shooting - should I really spend $10K on a lens for that?
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Adrian S. said:
I would have to agree with this. I have a 5DII and a 1DIV.... and after toying with the idea of selling both to fund a 1DX decided that the smarter option would be to sell the 5DII and pick up a 5DIII. This would give the best of both worlds. A pro body with pro features (which I appreciate every time I shoot) and a body for WA along with high iso quality when the light gets low.
(NOTE* I probably wouldnt upgrade my 5DII to a 5DIII if the only difference was the 1 stop of ISO performance. I have always been disappointed with the AF system and the slow burst rate of 3FPS... With these items improved it has pushed me over the fence.)
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