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Yup, all true. For another interesting factoid, compare the worst 35mm viewfinders ever made, to the absolute best APS-C DSLR viewfinders ever made:CarlTN said:
Worst 35mm VF
Canon Rebels (XS, X, G, 2000, Ti, K2, T2)
90% coverage, 0.70 magnification, no crop factor - 0.90 x 0.70 / 1 = 0.63 normalized size
Best APS-C VFs
Canon 7D
100% coverage, 1.00 magnification, 1.6x crop factor - 1.00 x 1.00 /1.6 = 0.625 normalized size
Nikon D300/D300s/D7000/D7100
100% coverage, 0.94 magnification, 1.5x crop factor - 1.00 x 0.94 / 1.5 = 0.627 normalized size
Note that while the coverage on the film Rebels is the worst in the film SLR autofocus era (90%), the size of the image is imperceptibly larger than the absolute best available in the APS-C digital era.
For comparison, here are the normalized sizes of Canon and Nikon's Full Frame DSLRs:
Canon 5D and Nikon D700 (0.68)
Canon 6D (0.69)
Canon 1Ds/1Ds2/5D2 and Nikon D3/D3s/D3x/D4/D600/D800 (0.70)
Canon 5D3 (0.71)
Canon 1Ds3/1Dx (0.76)
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I have already posted in this thread but I just thought of something more that I yearn for most days.
A digital version of the Canon FTb. I suppose it could be any SLR around then, A1, F1 etc but I just happen to love the FTb.
When I say digital version I mean including a large, bright viewfinder with good magnification (like the FTb) and microprism/split screen focusing. It would also have a full frame sensor to maintain an authentic shift to "digital film". Ergonomics would be the same as the FTb, same classic 10 second timer lever on the front would be a nice touch even if this is getting a big nostalgic.
A nice compliment to this new digital Ftb, or FTd as it may be called, would be a couple of new fast primes that have the same styling as the body AND an aperture ring on the lens. EF mount of course to increase compatibility.
I have been playing with the idea of a Fuji X100 and this just seemed like an ideal solution; full frame, old style quality, canon camera that would fit in well with my current system of lenses if necessary. The logistics of such a creation would be a challenge, and parting with the cash Canon would ask for would probably also be a challenge in itself. Plus, there wouldn't be much of a market...
A digital version of the Canon FTb. I suppose it could be any SLR around then, A1, F1 etc but I just happen to love the FTb.
When I say digital version I mean including a large, bright viewfinder with good magnification (like the FTb) and microprism/split screen focusing. It would also have a full frame sensor to maintain an authentic shift to "digital film". Ergonomics would be the same as the FTb, same classic 10 second timer lever on the front would be a nice touch even if this is getting a big nostalgic.
A nice compliment to this new digital Ftb, or FTd as it may be called, would be a couple of new fast primes that have the same styling as the body AND an aperture ring on the lens. EF mount of course to increase compatibility.
I have been playing with the idea of a Fuji X100 and this just seemed like an ideal solution; full frame, old style quality, canon camera that would fit in well with my current system of lenses if necessary. The logistics of such a creation would be a challenge, and parting with the cash Canon would ask for would probably also be a challenge in itself. Plus, there wouldn't be much of a market...
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Having jumped to the end I don't know if anyone has suggested a 1.4x TC IS and a 2x TC IS. That way any/all lenses could have IS.
I like the idea of the 24 - 135 L IS and even F4 would be good. F2.8 lovely but size and price and filter size. Probably rear mount. Would rather have the ability for front mount filters. Then polarisers can be used.
Now if only the new to be released 100 - 400 was a constant F4. That would also be great.
I like the idea of the 24 - 135 L IS and even F4 would be good. F2.8 lovely but size and price and filter size. Probably rear mount. Would rather have the ability for front mount filters. Then polarisers can be used.
Now if only the new to be released 100 - 400 was a constant F4. That would also be great.
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sandymandy said:15mm 1.4 for APS-C so its "like 24mm on FF sensor". Same for 21/22mm 1.4 for "35mm on FF sensor"
Yip! But I've to the conclusion that it is (a) either not possible; or (b) so unimportant to Canon that it's never going to happen.
What I would also like to see, is a Canon DSLR - similar to the 100D - with an EVF (and focus peaking) ... great for MF lenses!
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Armed with a camera and some ideas.
Realistically, I'd love a 70d that features the following:
- 45 point AF system from the 1d IV
- 7fps with ~30 raw shot buffer
- Dual SD card slot
- 20+ MP sensor
- High ISO performance 1 stop worse than the 6d
- 5d III build quality with built in flash
- Built in 2.4 GHz radio transmitter for my 600ex-rt's.
Obviously, if we're creating a product of my dreams, you'd end up with this:
- 30 MP full frame sensor (to avoid crazy huge RAW files)
- No noise or banding at any ISO whatsoever
- 15 stops of DR
- 100 cross type AF points that fill the entire frame and work down to f/8
- All magnesium alloy body, size of 6d, but INCLUDING the little directional nipple jog-dial for changing AF and such
- Built in IS (like Sony)
- That same built in speedlight control (I just really want a built in radio commander)
- All the above and more for $100
- 45 point AF system from the 1d IV
- 7fps with ~30 raw shot buffer
- Dual SD card slot
- 20+ MP sensor
- High ISO performance 1 stop worse than the 6d
- 5d III build quality with built in flash
- Built in 2.4 GHz radio transmitter for my 600ex-rt's.
Obviously, if we're creating a product of my dreams, you'd end up with this:
- 30 MP full frame sensor (to avoid crazy huge RAW files)
- No noise or banding at any ISO whatsoever
- 15 stops of DR
- 100 cross type AF points that fill the entire frame and work down to f/8
- All magnesium alloy body, size of 6d, but INCLUDING the little directional nipple jog-dial for changing AF and such
- Built in IS (like Sony)
- That same built in speedlight control (I just really want a built in radio commander)
- All the above and more for $100
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Markus D said:
nice idea,
I guess the TC would increase in size weight and cost however it would be a huge hit with something like the 400 f5.6L on a 5Dmk3 with a 1.4x TC IS as you suggest
I wonder if it's a workable solution
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And how about an "IS" lens. That way,
1. Any lens can have IS so if you have say a 70-200 F 2.8L lens, then when on tripod it can stay as is, top quality and no changes due to IS. (Surely IS must have some delitrious effect on the picture). And when you wish to take it for a walk you can attach an "IS" to it and voila, you have a 70-200 2.8 L IS.
2. it cuts down the cost of the lens as you only have to pay for the "IS" once. Much better than having IS in the body, much cheaper than having to pay for IS for all the good gear.
But, I am not a lens designer so do not know if it would be possible. Possibly, if there is a company out there that does think it possible they could make one. Say, a brand xxxx that would be Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax, compatible, and have a straight IS feature. Its nice if you can get it.
1. Any lens can have IS so if you have say a 70-200 F 2.8L lens, then when on tripod it can stay as is, top quality and no changes due to IS. (Surely IS must have some delitrious effect on the picture). And when you wish to take it for a walk you can attach an "IS" to it and voila, you have a 70-200 2.8 L IS.
2. it cuts down the cost of the lens as you only have to pay for the "IS" once. Much better than having IS in the body, much cheaper than having to pay for IS for all the good gear.
But, I am not a lens designer so do not know if it would be possible. Possibly, if there is a company out there that does think it possible they could make one. Say, a brand xxxx that would be Canon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax, compatible, and have a straight IS feature. Its nice if you can get it.
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Grulon said:
I keep wondering why they do not make a TC with zero power. That does not change magnification or degrade lens quality. Then we could leave the 'plain glass' on the camera and change lenses without fear of dust on sensor. We could just blow away, wipe away the dust from the plain glass.
Nice idea ya? I wish I could manufacture this and sell! lol
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Grumbaki said:
you got me thinking!
this would be really hard to make. 85mm and f1 means a HUGE front element so I don't think it will fit under the flash bulb when it is a Pancake
I think it would have to look like the end of one of the big white,but then there comes the mount! I think it will look really odd/funny!
back to thinking: why does lenses have to be round? every not rotating element could have its top/bottom and side parts cut of to match the sensors 3:2 format or not?
wouldn't that make a 400mm 2,8 significant lighter?
it would look odd, but I could life with that.
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Well then make that a camera, PS size, i don't care about removable lens if it get this one. FF of course and with all the goodies wifi *** and 2000 shot battery life.
Getting technical when speaking fantasies will just get them crazier
Well then make that a camera, PS size, i don't care about removable lens if it get this one. FF of course and with all the goodies wifi *** and 2000 shot battery life.
Getting technical when speaking fantasies will just get them crazier
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