Canon 1D Mark III
06-20-2007, 11:24 PM
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On the flip side, there's Rob Galbraith's article which (IMO) pretty much hammers the Mk III's autofocus preformace for a camera in it's class.
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/con...id=7-8740-9006
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/con...id=7-8740-9006
06-20-2007, 11:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Billiam
On the flip side, there's Rob Galbraith's article which (IMO) pretty much hammers the Mk III's autofocus preformace for a camera in it's class.
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/con...id=7-8740-9006
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/con...id=7-8740-9006
06-20-2007, 11:37 PM
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Damn that RG article is pretty nice. I love the samples they put up where you can go through the frames and see the AF light thing. Looks like IIN owners are gonna be pretty happy! This is really disappointing!
06-22-2007, 06:58 PM
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Originally Posted by srika
Damn that RG article is pretty nice. I love the samples they put up where you can go through the frames and see the AF light thing. Looks like IIN owners are gonna be pretty happy! This is really disappointing!
I shoot ALMS and Speed World Challenge races with my 30D and you'd be thrilled if everyshot looked like some of those RG shots for the cars. Heck if I can pan and read the decals on the cars that's like woo hoo! I mean like 1 out of 10 shots is usualable in many cases for Autoracing.
06-22-2007, 07:11 PM
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i wonder when they're going to release a new 1Ds
06-22-2007, 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by MrChad
On the plus side I sure feel fine for having a 30D, but is it just me or can you barely tell some of the RG shots are out of focus?
I shoot ALMS and Speed World Challenge races with my 30D and you'd be thrilled if everyshot looked like some of those RG shots for the cars. Heck if I can pan and read the decals on the cars that's like woo hoo! I mean like 1 out of 10 shots is usualable in many cases for Autoracing.
I shoot ALMS and Speed World Challenge races with my 30D and you'd be thrilled if everyshot looked like some of those RG shots for the cars. Heck if I can pan and read the decals on the cars that's like woo hoo! I mean like 1 out of 10 shots is usualable in many cases for Autoracing.
06-23-2007, 08:18 PM
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AF is also only a firmware upgrade away from improvement....
the original 1D had some issues that were fixed with an update shortly after release...
the original 1D had some issues that were fixed with an update shortly after release...
06-29-2007, 10:18 AM
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It seems that not even a firmware upgrade is required to fix the problem:
That would certainly explain why some sports shooters have not had any issues with bursts in AI-Servo while others found it completely unusable. The new dual processor AF system is much more sensitive than the system in the previous 1 series bodies, so if the lens is not calibrated to the body, it would hunt a lot more than necessary.
Originally Posted by http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/549338
When I first shot with my new Mark III and the 500 F4, I experienced the AF problem. You could have called my BIFs "Blurs in Flight."
The fact that my one shot stills were somewhat soft brought me, with Canon tech input, to try the AF Microadjustment -- C.Fn. lll-7.
I did a meticulous AF adjustment drill, one-shots, tripod mounted, at a distant sign with a busy background.
I ended up adjusting the lens setting to -19, after testing across the entire adjustment spectrum.
This resulted in a dramatic increase in the still-shot sharpness of my images.
Reasoning that AF won't work well if the camera can't first focus sharply, I then did a series of test bursts with approaching cars along a highway, and all images were sharply in-focus.
At least in my case, this has completely resolved any focus issues with my Mark III.
My BIFs and now really 'birds,' and the image quality is fantastic.
-Bill
The fact that my one shot stills were somewhat soft brought me, with Canon tech input, to try the AF Microadjustment -- C.Fn. lll-7.
I did a meticulous AF adjustment drill, one-shots, tripod mounted, at a distant sign with a busy background.
I ended up adjusting the lens setting to -19, after testing across the entire adjustment spectrum.
This resulted in a dramatic increase in the still-shot sharpness of my images.
Reasoning that AF won't work well if the camera can't first focus sharply, I then did a series of test bursts with approaching cars along a highway, and all images were sharply in-focus.
At least in my case, this has completely resolved any focus issues with my Mark III.
My BIFs and now really 'birds,' and the image quality is fantastic.
-Bill
06-29-2007, 10:29 AM
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makes sense
06-29-2007, 11:23 AM
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If the AF microadjustment is indeed the fix, then I personally think Canon should offer this service for free via trained people at authorized dealers.
07-31-2007, 03:44 PM
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EOS-1D Mark III Firmware Update Version 1.1.0 is available.
It includes the following improvements and fixes:
1. Improves the look of images when played back on the LCD monitor.
2. Countermeasures for Main Dial response errors (Main, Quick Control, Vertical-grip Main).
3. Reduces the tendency to autofocus on the background instead of the main subject when shooting in AI Servo AF under certain conditions.
4. Corrects errors in the Italian and Simplified Chinese menu screens.
5. Fixes a rare phenomenon in which the camera cannot start normally when the battery is inserted.
The version 1.1.0 firmware incorporates countermeasures for this phenomenon.
* The improvements and fixes described in 1 through 4 above are incorporated into the version 1.0.9 firmware. The version 1.1.0 firmware includes all of those and also incorporates the fix described above in 5.
It includes the following improvements and fixes:
1. Improves the look of images when played back on the LCD monitor.
Applies a slightly stronger sharpness setting to the LCD monitor when images are played back.
Fixes a rare response error in the Main Dials in which they either did not respond when rotated or would change several clicks' worth even if only clicked once.
Reduces the tendency of the camera to autofocus on high-contrast backgrounds when shooting in conditions where AF detection is difficult, such as when the main subject is not completely covered by the AF frames or if the main subject's contrast is low.
5. Fixes a rare phenomenon in which the camera cannot start normally when the battery is inserted.
Fixes a rare phenomenon in which the camera cannot start normally when the battery is inserted, such as after replacing the battery. This phenomenon sometimes occurred with the version 1.0.9 firmware when the battery was inserted into the camera due to the camera's communication timing. The occurrences were extremely rare, and abnormal operation could be fixed by reloading the battery.
* The improvements and fixes described in 1 through 4 above are incorporated into the version 1.0.9 firmware. The version 1.1.0 firmware includes all of those and also incorporates the fix described above in 5.
07-31-2007, 03:52 PM
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FWIW Galbraith claims...
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/con...id=7-8741-9060
...The firmware update includes the changes of firmware v1.0.9, announced in a Canon USA statement earlier this month, plus one more: a correction for an anomaly whereby the camera won't power up after a battery is inserted, requiring the battery to be removed and reinserted.
08-01-2007, 03:32 PM
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I just updated the firmware on mine... will do some test shot this weekend and see if the AF is better. I did not have that issue with firmware 1.0.9 (it came with that version).
10-24-2007, 01:29 AM
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wow man, didnt realize how crazy 10fps is until you watch this video, its the mkIII at 10fps, and the pictures put together as a movie
also shows a view thru the viewfinder at 10fps, and how fast the buffer fills up.
(there is no sound until they show you the view thru the viewfinder)
<object width="425" height="355"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/a8XD6F7M45k"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/a8XD6F7M45k" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object>
and this is nifty
3 MKIIIs used to capture barry bonds breaking the record at 30fps
<object width="425" height="355"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/_AuyVz89AXg"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/_AuyVz89AXg" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object>
also shows a view thru the viewfinder at 10fps, and how fast the buffer fills up.
(there is no sound until they show you the view thru the viewfinder)
<object width="425" height="355"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/a8XD6F7M45k"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/a8XD6F7M45k" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object>
and this is nifty
3 MKIIIs used to capture barry bonds breaking the record at 30fps
<object width="425" height="355"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/_AuyVz89AXg"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/_AuyVz89AXg" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="355"></embed></object>
10-24-2007, 12:01 PM
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that is sick.
did anyone pick one of these up?
I found a cheap price online.
http://www.bestpricecameras.com/prod...?prodid=578081
can anyone say if its reputible or not?
did anyone pick one of these up?
I found a cheap price online.
http://www.bestpricecameras.com/prod...?prodid=578081
can anyone say if its reputible or not?
10-24-2007, 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by TSX Wisc Badger
that is sick.
did anyone pick one of these up?
I found a cheap price online.
http://www.bestpricecameras.com/prod...?prodid=578081
can anyone say if its reputible or not?
did anyone pick one of these up?
I found a cheap price online.
http://www.bestpricecameras.com/prod...?prodid=578081
can anyone say if its reputible or not?
if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is
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10-24-2007, 12:50 PM
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if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is
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wow no shit... maybe i'll reconsider the 40D
10-24-2007, 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by TSX Wisc Badger
that is sick.
did anyone pick one of these up?
did anyone pick one of these up?
"Picked one up" today...but it wasn't mine. 
Belongs to another member. 
10-24-2007, 05:49 PM
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10-24-2007, 05:54 PM
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Hey Jup? 
10-24-2007, 05:59 PM
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Originally Posted by wndrlst
"Picked one up" today...but it wasn't mine. Belongs to another member. 
You're picking up someone's member?I was at a wedding on Sunday and the photographer had some nice gear. Pretty sure it was a 1Ds markIII, but might have been a 1D. Couldnt steal it from him to get a closer look, though.
10-24-2007, 06:08 PM
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Hey Jup?
10-24-2007, 07:53 PM
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Originally Posted by moeronn
You're picking up someone's member?
Jup's
Originally Posted by I HAVE WAY TOO MANY CAMERAS!!!!
The finger looked better in person.
Thanks again, btw...
10-24-2007, 09:41 PM
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^Sux, doesn't he?
10-24-2007, 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by waTSX
I think a certain *ahem* someone needs to provide the photographic community here at Acurazine a comprehensive review of said camera. 
That 10 fps is sexy, though!
10-24-2007, 10:22 PM
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I still have to learn how to hold it.
I wanted to use it today, but of course it finally started to rain today. And will continue for the next 3-4 days.
I wanted to use it today, but of course it finally started to rain today. And will continue for the next 3-4 days.
10-24-2007, 10:24 PM
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Originally Posted by jupitersolo
I still have to learn how to hold it.
I wanted to use it today, but of course it finally started to rain today. And will continue for the next 3-4 days.
I wanted to use it today, but of course it finally started to rain today. And will continue for the next 3-4 days.
Hey, way to bring us some rain, though! Thanks!! 
10-24-2007, 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by jupitersolo
I still have to learn how to hold it.
I wanted to use it today, but of course it finally started to rain today. And will continue for the next 3-4 days.
I wanted to use it today, but of course it finally started to rain today. And will continue for the next 3-4 days.
This makes my 40D purchase look somewhat pathetic. Lol!
10-24-2007, 10:40 PM
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Originally Posted by jupitersolo
I still have to learn how to hold it.
I wanted to use it today, but of course it finally started to rain today. And will continue for the next 3-4 days.
I wanted to use it today, but of course it finally started to rain today. And will continue for the next 3-4 days.
10-24-2007, 10:46 PM
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Originally Posted by waTSX
So, you skipped the 5D and went straight for the Big Boy, eh? Atta kid. This makes my 40D purchase look somewhat pathetic. Lol!
This makes my 40D purchase look somewhat pathetic. Lol!
Okay, I'll quit busting your chops now. For a little while at least...
10-24-2007, 10:47 PM
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Wait a sec. Isn't that 1D weather sealed?!
Originally Posted by waTSX
Any new glass with that, Jupiter?
that he still has it.
10-24-2007, 10:48 PM
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Hmm, did you exactly skip the 5D, J?
Okay, I'll quit busting your chops now. For a little while at least...
Okay, I'll quit busting your chops now. For a little while at least...
Please
10-24-2007, 11:33 PM
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dang, nice!
10-25-2007, 01:10 AM
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i got to touch a 1D MKIII, i felt so honored until the guy slapped my hand and said "no one touches my mark III" 