Would a FW update be able to replace that slow ass CF slot with a proper C-Fast one so I could shoot RAWs to both without shooting with a buffer designed for 2012? 
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Firmware upgrade suggestions for all bodies, (sensible ones).
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tolusina said:
I used it for remote shooting about 80 feet away and it was unreliable but closer seemed OK. Confusing and tedious - you got that right but I quit trying and maybe it's better with the newest DPP?? Now I have the 1DX2 and don't feel like trying either - $$$!
Jack
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tolusina said:
Yes, about 6 ft is probably the limit for a reliable connection, under ideal conditions, a bit further, but Wi-Fi signals drop drastically with distance.
With a good access point, I can use wi-fi thru one wall 25 ft away, but with a phone or tablet, its iffy. This is not really a firmware thing, the power level and all the approvals world wide for the Wi-Fi make it unlikely that anything will change. They keep using that exact same Wi-Fi module in every new camera, including 5D MK IV. I have never been impressed with any of Canon's Wi-Fi solutions. Even less impressed with Nikon and others. The newer ones have nearfield to establish the connection, something I can't try.
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Sorry folks I thought this thread was asking about the firmware updates that we want?
I posted what I wanted, what others (that I know well) seem to want, would be very easy to implement, cheap to implement etc etc.
Did I get it wrong? I could make suggestions of what the photographers that I know well and myself don't want - would that fit in better?
There is more and more "Stuff" clogging up our camera menus (possibly slowing processors?) that I don't need/want (nor the vast majority of people that I know) so a firmware update that allows us to selectively disable functions and remove them from the menu sounds remarkably sensible to me! What is the downside?
I posted what I wanted, what others (that I know well) seem to want, would be very easy to implement, cheap to implement etc etc.
Did I get it wrong? I could make suggestions of what the photographers that I know well and myself don't want - would that fit in better?
There is more and more "Stuff" clogging up our camera menus (possibly slowing processors?) that I don't need/want (nor the vast majority of people that I know) so a firmware update that allows us to selectively disable functions and remove them from the menu sounds remarkably sensible to me! What is the downside?
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Hi John.
The problem I see is that for instance whilst it may be ok removing the video from the menu, (seems to me it would basically be the same stuff as does the stills) the sound recording apparatus will still be there and as it is all software driven to turn off the software control might lead to it becoming a rogue element, if you just remove it from the menu the processor will still be looking after after it and not freeing up clock cycles for other actions so all you actually get is My Menu?
Anyone got a better understanding of this gubbins?
Cheers, Graham.
By the way keep the ideas coming and is there anyone who would like to volunteer to collate the suggestions for submission?
The problem I see is that for instance whilst it may be ok removing the video from the menu, (seems to me it would basically be the same stuff as does the stills) the sound recording apparatus will still be there and as it is all software driven to turn off the software control might lead to it becoming a rogue element, if you just remove it from the menu the processor will still be looking after after it and not freeing up clock cycles for other actions so all you actually get is My Menu?
Anyone got a better understanding of this gubbins?
Cheers, Graham.
By the way keep the ideas coming and is there anyone who would like to volunteer to collate the suggestions for submission?
johnf3f said:
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1) Improve image review customization options on the 80D:
Detailed explanation here: http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=31325.msg636284#msg636284
2) Mirrorless Stills Burst Mode:
Leverage the decision to implement MJPEG on the 5D-IV by offering alternative crop modes at the same data rate as the 4K30p. The goal would be to have higher resolution than 4K permits but at a necessarily lower frame rate (e.g. 10fps at 22MP, or 12fps at 18MP) In this mode one must retain DPAF functionality but audio is not needed as the point is to acquire high resolution stills.
I don't shoot 4K but I stand in solidarity with those asking for better compression than MJPEG. FWIG, the 5D-IV uses a rebranded Digic DV5 (same as the XC10) so it has the horsepower to handle the compression to h.264.
Detailed explanation here: http://www.canonrumors.com/forum/index.php?topic=31325.msg636284#msg636284
2) Mirrorless Stills Burst Mode:
Leverage the decision to implement MJPEG on the 5D-IV by offering alternative crop modes at the same data rate as the 4K30p. The goal would be to have higher resolution than 4K permits but at a necessarily lower frame rate (e.g. 10fps at 22MP, or 12fps at 18MP) In this mode one must retain DPAF functionality but audio is not needed as the point is to acquire high resolution stills.
I don't shoot 4K but I stand in solidarity with those asking for better compression than MJPEG. FWIG, the 5D-IV uses a rebranded Digic DV5 (same as the XC10) so it has the horsepower to handle the compression to h.264.
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Hi StudentOfLight.
I have copied the explanation to this thread to keep problems and requested solutions together.
Cheers, Graham.
I have copied the explanation to this thread to keep problems and requested solutions together.
Cheers, Graham.
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Valvebounce said:
Yes, unfortunately, all the hardware will still be present and would probably still be running. Ideally I would prefer a "hardware" update that removed these items altogether or versions of the camera produced without them in the first place - but I don't think that is likely to happen!
A firmware update that just allowed the user to put selected functions out of the way might be nice though?
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Valvebounce said:
That's the 5D4, you have three choices:
1. Disabled
2. Mode 1
The camera will continue to receive GPS signals at regular intervals
even when the power switch is set to <ON> or <OFF>.
3. Mode 2
When the power switch is set to <ON>, the camera will receive
GPS signals. When the power switch is set to <OFF>, the GPS
function will also turn off. However, if auto power off is in effect, the
camera will continue to receive GPS signals at regular intervals.
page 231 in the 5D4 manual
Edit: looks like the 1DXII has those same GPS options if the manual is anything to go by.. p215 in it's manual.
Something I'd like to see in the 5D4 firmware is the mirror lockup delay options. The 5DS/R has these but the 5D4 doesn't. Here's what the 5DS manual says about it:
If you select [Shoot * sec. after press], press the shutter button
completely to lock up the mirror. A picture will be taken after the set time
elapses. You can select 1/8 sec. after, 1/4 sec. after, 1/2 sec. after, 1
sec. after, or 2 sec. after.
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Jack Douglas said:foo said:
And the 1DX2 has ......Sometimes I really wonder about Canon.
Jack
Yep, that's something I really don't understand...
also the missing touch functionality, when it's obviously possible (5DIV)
-Sebastian
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In case anyone is interested, here is my latest contact issue with Canon. I got an acknowledgement but no comment so far. Previously, they have been responsive on issues. My hope is that others will be motivated to try to get Canon to respond to issues. If we don't try, what's the point in grumbling?! 
I have another issue I believe is quite important to a fair number of 1DX2 users. We know the processing speed is very high and therefore it should be quite possible to implement the following.
When a burst is taken, say 4 shots, the last shot displays without any operator input. Fine, but if you try to move back to the preceding 3 shots you have to first activate the shutter and then press view. An irritant and time waster in the moment of action. Furthermore, I have the multifunction-2 button programmed for magnify so I can instantly view with right hand only, my focus accuracy. My left hand is holding a long heavy lens.
So the sequence is: fire the burst of 4 shots, hit M-fn 2 for magnify and roll the Quick Control dial wheel to view the previous 3 shots after viewing the first but NO, I have to first activate the shutter and then again hit the M-fn 2 button to see the previous 3. This is very irritating and to my way of thinking unnecessary given the processing speed of the camera, would you not agree?
Please, please request a firmware update to correct this. Thanks.
Jack
I have another issue I believe is quite important to a fair number of 1DX2 users. We know the processing speed is very high and therefore it should be quite possible to implement the following.
When a burst is taken, say 4 shots, the last shot displays without any operator input. Fine, but if you try to move back to the preceding 3 shots you have to first activate the shutter and then press view. An irritant and time waster in the moment of action. Furthermore, I have the multifunction-2 button programmed for magnify so I can instantly view with right hand only, my focus accuracy. My left hand is holding a long heavy lens.
So the sequence is: fire the burst of 4 shots, hit M-fn 2 for magnify and roll the Quick Control dial wheel to view the previous 3 shots after viewing the first but NO, I have to first activate the shutter and then again hit the M-fn 2 button to see the previous 3. This is very irritating and to my way of thinking unnecessary given the processing speed of the camera, would you not agree?
Please, please request a firmware update to correct this. Thanks.
Jack
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Another suggestion for firmware update is adding a true "silent electronic shutter" to 7D, 5D and 1D bodies. It would be very useful when the photographer should use his/her equipment in true silence such as taking photos of music recitals, hide-out birding, or even when using lenses wide open in bright day light for pictures with background blur.
The silent modes on my 7D and 5D bodies are not silent at all. It is technically possible to have it on mirrorless cameras. For example, Fujifilm newer bodies have 1/32000 sec silent electronic shutter and it was added through firmware update to XT1. I am not sure if it is technically possible to have electronic shutter on a DSLR and whether it can be added via firmware update. It would be great to have it anyway.
The silent modes on my 7D and 5D bodies are not silent at all. It is technically possible to have it on mirrorless cameras. For example, Fujifilm newer bodies have 1/32000 sec silent electronic shutter and it was added through firmware update to XT1. I am not sure if it is technically possible to have electronic shutter on a DSLR and whether it can be added via firmware update. It would be great to have it anyway.
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Hi bhf3737.
I think the mirror is one of the noisiest parts of the shot, but once in live view I don't understand why we have to use the mechanical shutter at all.
Cheers, Graham.
I think the mirror is one of the noisiest parts of the shot, but once in live view I don't understand why we have to use the mechanical shutter at all.
Cheers, Graham.
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Custom Settings - "detail set" for the AF-ON and * buttons. Canon please add Drive Mode to the list of options.
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digital paradise said:
You got that right. The 1DX2 enhanced programmability of those buttons gives so much greater AF versatility! You can change modes just rocking your thumb and shutter finger, instantly.
Jack
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