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So originally 1DX was going to be available in March now it is delayed to end of April for the UK (how about US?):
http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/digital-cameras/1290682/canon-eos-1d-x-confirmed-for-april-launch
I hope 5DM3 is not delayed also.
http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/digital-cameras/1290682/canon-eos-1d-x-confirmed-for-april-launch
I hope 5DM3 is not delayed also.
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I'm not sure what I was talking about with pending lawsuits and all that. No way could you get in trouble for this kind of thing. In fact I want to encourage everyone under NDA to break their silence.
...Hey a crack heads got to do what a crack head's got to do... Now give me some more photos and specs.
...Hey a crack heads got to do what a crack head's got to do... Now give me some more photos and specs.
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There is way too much silence. We got couple of pictures of the camera and direct contact with someone using it 3 days before the release and now complete silence. I am seriously beginning to doubt a Friday release unless the chatter picks up. The cameras are definitely out there but typically the Canon police would not be cutting out the chatter this close to the announcement. I remember alot of cameras that had full spec sheets leaked out by this time. If a announcement was still a month or more away, there would be a good reason for Canon to want to keep everyones lips tight
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brimming with excitement!!!!!
I have been DYING to upgrade from my Xti to FF - I am not a pro by any stretch. but I do love this hobby, and if the MIII comes in south of $3K I would love to pick one up, if not then I will definitley pull the trigger on the crappy MII :
A couple of my buds have the 7D whivh they LOOVE and are pushing me to get that instead of the mII,
I dont shoot action very often, and I'm of the opinion that I would rather a FF than a better AF system - after all I am used to the Xti AF, although not the latest and greatest I have taken some nice shots with L glass on this camera.
So for an avid amateur whose action shots are a definite low percentage of overall subjects to shoot, does my rationale make sense?
PS Whatever camera I get I will definitly keep for a number of years (secretly I still like my lil Xti
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I have been DYING to upgrade from my Xti to FF - I am not a pro by any stretch. but I do love this hobby, and if the MIII comes in south of $3K I would love to pick one up, if not then I will definitley pull the trigger on the crappy MII :
A couple of my buds have the 7D whivh they LOOVE and are pushing me to get that instead of the mII,
I dont shoot action very often, and I'm of the opinion that I would rather a FF than a better AF system - after all I am used to the Xti AF, although not the latest and greatest I have taken some nice shots with L glass on this camera.
So for an avid amateur whose action shots are a definite low percentage of overall subjects to shoot, does my rationale make sense?
PS Whatever camera I get I will definitly keep for a number of years (secretly I still like my lil Xti
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noodle said:
IMO your rationale definitely makes sense. While the 7D is a nice camera, the image quality of the MII is a different beast altogether. If you don't need the better AF, then the MII would be the way to go.
I was at a workshop a few years ago with a Sports Illustrated photog whose favourite camera was the 5D Mark I... Go figure.
I've used both cameras extensively and absolutely prefer the MII vs the 7D. If you've got the glass, it's the right choice.
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necator said:
Even in the good ole analog days DOF preview was available and useful for the same reasons it is today.
The DOF preview button on Canon DSLRs has been in a very awkward place on the left side of the camera body. Improved ergonomics are always welcome, and the array of buttons on the right front of the 1DX likely include such an improvement. Hopefully this will trickle down to the 5D3!!!
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A few thoughts.
1. The original poster is likely the actual possessor of the camera. There simply can't be that many 5DIII's floating around Dubai. If Canon wanted to find the mole, it could do so and I'm certain Canon's NDA's are watertight and have severe consequences for breach. Whoever actually possesses this camera obviously has a strong relationship with Canon. Why would that person risk ruining that relationship and potentially drawing a lawsuit?
Answer: The OP got special dispensation from Canon for an authorized leak of limited photos. This leak has really told us nothing other than the name of the camera, but it sure has ginned up excitement and given Canon a ton of free PR. The OP claims it's his friend's camera as that prevents any specs or further details from coming out. But no question - he's working with Canon to get the internet buzzing in advance of Friday.
2. On whether to buy this new thingy: I'm a recreational shooter and own a 5DII. Do I need a 5DIII? No. Can I afford a 5DIII? Probably, but not without a fair amount of sacrifice. But, dang, I'll probably buy one eventually, so might as well snap it up and put it on the credit card. ;D
1. The original poster is likely the actual possessor of the camera. There simply can't be that many 5DIII's floating around Dubai. If Canon wanted to find the mole, it could do so and I'm certain Canon's NDA's are watertight and have severe consequences for breach. Whoever actually possesses this camera obviously has a strong relationship with Canon. Why would that person risk ruining that relationship and potentially drawing a lawsuit?
Answer: The OP got special dispensation from Canon for an authorized leak of limited photos. This leak has really told us nothing other than the name of the camera, but it sure has ginned up excitement and given Canon a ton of free PR. The OP claims it's his friend's camera as that prevents any specs or further details from coming out. But no question - he's working with Canon to get the internet buzzing in advance of Friday.
2. On whether to buy this new thingy: I'm a recreational shooter and own a 5DII. Do I need a 5DIII? No. Can I afford a 5DIII? Probably, but not without a fair amount of sacrifice. But, dang, I'll probably buy one eventually, so might as well snap it up and put it on the credit card. ;D
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I couldn't agree more with Fairbanks. It seems fairly obvious that these photos were leaked intentionally from Canon. Like he said, there are a VERY limited number of these Cameras out in the world right now. Probably under 20, definitely under 50. Especially ones with the actual "5D Mark III" logo on them. The NDA is of course water-tight. Canon is a multi-national company with the top lawyers around. The punishment for actually leaking something that you weren't supposed to would trump any personal advantage of helping out the "masses". Canon did this for publicity, and it worked. Canon nailed it. They leaked some photos and got the buzz going. Friday will be a very special day.
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The way for Canon to make a splash here is simple, price.
Price it at $2699, just like the 5d2 at release. Drop the 5D2 to $1999. And voila. Loads of sales.
The thing that doesn't add up about the rumors is the price. $3500 is a lot of coin. The inclusion of the 24-105 kit lens in that price makes a lot more sense. So I imagine that's the deal.
Price it at $2699, just like the 5d2 at release. Drop the 5D2 to $1999. And voila. Loads of sales.
The thing that doesn't add up about the rumors is the price. $3500 is a lot of coin. The inclusion of the 24-105 kit lens in that price makes a lot more sense. So I imagine that's the deal.
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noodle said:
Lol. That was me who had the photoshoot the next day! And NOT with a 5dDIII either... darn!
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heron88 said:
pachelbelscanon5d said:
i thought the same but I can't see any sense in such a leak:
1. They want announce on Friday or so soon - the more interest they would achieve if the would leak press invitations as well
2. They won't announce on Friday - dissapointment will be greater than current fascination - no win as well
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The 24-105 is too much money to do that, I could see the 28-135 or something close to that price range (although I'd be stoked if it was the 24-105).Justin said:
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