Canon: Rumor Thread
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This camera isn't for you.
For easier video recording operation and familiar functionality for beginners, the Rebel T2i’s autofocus can be operated before or during video recording by pressing the shutter button half-way down in video mode.
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I haven't heard anything. All I can tell you is I wasn't expecting anything other than the T2 today. So that 60D talk was
Then again I haven't tried to do any digging lately.
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So Sarlacc were you thinking of something along the lines of an up to date version of the old XL-2 camera? I can't imagine Canon would want to push any further down toward the consumer end of the scale for fear of stepping on DSLR sales.
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Although that is quite huge.
Standard ISO range just jumped up from ISO 1600 to ISO 6400.
High ISO noise on the 7D is quite nice - it's luminence noise, but not color
noise so it's far less offensive.
And as far as autofocus during movies - it's okay, but the contrast focus really struggles. Perhaps I just need more practice or something.
- Frank
Standard ISO range just jumped up from ISO 1600 to ISO 6400.
High ISO noise on the 7D is quite nice - it's luminence noise, but not color
noise so it's far less offensive.
And as far as autofocus during movies - it's okay, but the contrast focus really struggles. Perhaps I just need more practice or something.
- Frank
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Canon does nothing for me when it comes to pro-HD.
But they knowingly opened a big can of worms when they starting including full res HD on this still bodies. I'm not even going to get into typing some of the silly crap that has been done or attempted.
So, if Canon made a $10k pro HD body...using (I would hope the 5DII sensor) most likely the sensor out of the 7D...refined the software and gave it an EOS lens mount that used actual canon still lenses....They would have a hit on their hands...provided it delivers.
The big key is using their still lenses, NOT proprietary junky stock lenses (ala XL line) with an adapter to use still lenses.
I would very much consider that camera. A lot of people out here in LA LA land would.
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I liked the Movie Crop feature they listed. That would be a nice firmware update for all cameras for both movie and still shots.
Sarlacc - Serious question here - is there any benefit to having an 18MP sensor to shoot HD vs having a 1920x1080 sensor? It seems that having larger/better pixels for video would be better than having so many more than you can actually use.
Sarlacc - Serious question here - is there any benefit to having an 18MP sensor to shoot HD vs having a 1920x1080 sensor? It seems that having larger/better pixels for video would be better than having so many more than you can actually use.
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That A LOT of information. Much better for:
Blowing up the image on on a big screen (movie theater)
More info to tweak the image (color time)
More info and resolution for FX work.
We dont really go by MP in the film world, its a photo thing...and mainly for marketing imo.
Also...if you can, its always better to shoot the best and highest you can and then go down from there.
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For going above Full HD resolution, I totally understand that you want as much information as possible. But lets say you are shooting a TV show that will be 1080P, is more info still better?
Speaking of Red, I really didn't know anything about them. Then I read an article about them in the OC Business Journal. Pretty interesting and sounds like they are going big - with their cameras and studios.
Speaking of Red, I really didn't know anything about them. Then I read an article about them in the OC Business Journal. Pretty interesting and sounds like they are going big - with their cameras and studios.
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For going above Full HD resolution, I totally understand that you want as much information as possible. But lets say you are shooting a TV show that will be 1080P, is more info still better?
Speaking of Red, I really didn't know anything about them. Then I read an article about them in the OC Business Journal. Pretty interesting and sounds like they are going big - with their cameras and studios.
Speaking of Red, I really didn't know anything about them. Then I read an article about them in the OC Business Journal. Pretty interesting and sounds like they are going big - with their cameras and studios.
Start higher and going lower will always yield better quality results than simply shooting the quality you know youre ending with.
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I liked the Movie Crop feature they listed. That would be a nice firmware update for all cameras for both movie and still shots.
Sarlacc - Serious question here - is there any benefit to having an 18MP sensor to shoot HD vs having a 1920x1080 sensor? It seems that having larger/better pixels for video would be better than having so many more than you can actually use.
Sarlacc - Serious question here - is there any benefit to having an 18MP sensor to shoot HD vs having a 1920x1080 sensor? It seems that having larger/better pixels for video would be better than having so many more than you can actually use.
although can you imagine if you had a 400mm 2.8 attached to it??!?!?
400mm x 7 = 2800mm!!!
stack on a 2x TC and you're looking at 5600mm!!
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http://www.canonrumors.com/2010/02/c...vancouver-cr3/
Camera Being Tested in Vancouver [CR3]
February 12th, 2010 Posted in Canon 1Ds Mark 4
Confirmed
I’ve received confirmation that a new Canon body is being tested in Vancouver. Things are so tight lipped that this great source hasn’t seen the model number.
It’s suggested this is final testing before an announcement.
The same source has said we will see a 1Ds Mark IV before the end of February.
So if anyone attending the Olympics sees anything attached to a big white lens that looks suspicious, send me a picture of it.
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February 12th, 2010 Posted in Canon 1Ds Mark 4
Confirmed
I’ve received confirmation that a new Canon body is being tested in Vancouver. Things are so tight lipped that this great source hasn’t seen the model number.
It’s suggested this is final testing before an announcement.
The same source has said we will see a 1Ds Mark IV before the end of February.
So if anyone attending the Olympics sees anything attached to a big white lens that looks suspicious, send me a picture of it.
cr
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New Flash? [CR1]
February 15th, 2010 by Canon Rumors
New Pro Speedlite
I was told today that a new pro flash is in the process of being tested and will greatly benefit users of gels, as well as a “few other surprises” I haven’t been told about yet.
Feature List
- Gel info built into unit
- Custom gel accessories from Canon
- A guide number higher than 58. Perhaps as high as 70.
- Some functions of the flash unit are not yet available in EOS cameras, not even the 1D4. Possibly new camera firmware needed.
- Exact announcement date unknown, although 2010 is likely.
February 15th, 2010 by Canon Rumors
New Pro Speedlite
I was told today that a new pro flash is in the process of being tested and will greatly benefit users of gels, as well as a “few other surprises” I haven’t been told about yet.
Feature List
- Gel info built into unit
- Custom gel accessories from Canon
- A guide number higher than 58. Perhaps as high as 70.
- Some functions of the flash unit are not yet available in EOS cameras, not even the 1D4. Possibly new camera firmware needed.
- Exact announcement date unknown, although 2010 is likely.
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Canon EF-S 17-55 f/2 IS – Patent
February 16th, 2010 by Canon Rumors
EF-S 17-55 Replacement Coming?
A patent has been discovered showing the existence of an EF-S 17-55 f/2 IS lens.
Canon EF-S 17-55 f/2 IS
Canon EF-S 17-55 f/2 IS
Patent Publication No. 2010-14866
Published 2010/01/21
Filing Date: 2008/07/02
Example 1
Focal length f = 17.50 ~ 53.05mm
Brightness F = 2.0
Focus back 34.90 ~ 48.26mm
Example 2
Focal length f = 17.50 ~ 52.36mm
Brightness F = 1.8
Back Focus 34.15 ~ 45.06mm
General
Zoom is easy to increase the rate
Increase the amount of movement of the lens
But more aberration
Large diameter is easily
To compensate by increasing the number of lens aberration
But heavier
Patent literature
Placement of the lens to optimize the refractive index
Aspheric lenses
From Here: http://egami.blog.so-net.ne.jp/2010-02-08#more
CR’s Take
I’ve looked quickly, but I haven’t been able to find the actual patent anywhere. Can anyone else?
February 16th, 2010 by Canon Rumors
EF-S 17-55 Replacement Coming?
A patent has been discovered showing the existence of an EF-S 17-55 f/2 IS lens.
Canon EF-S 17-55 f/2 IS
Canon EF-S 17-55 f/2 IS
Patent Publication No. 2010-14866
Published 2010/01/21
Filing Date: 2008/07/02
Example 1
Focal length f = 17.50 ~ 53.05mm
Brightness F = 2.0
Focus back 34.90 ~ 48.26mm
Example 2
Focal length f = 17.50 ~ 52.36mm
Brightness F = 1.8
Back Focus 34.15 ~ 45.06mm
General
Zoom is easy to increase the rate
Increase the amount of movement of the lens
But more aberration
Large diameter is easily
To compensate by increasing the number of lens aberration
But heavier
Patent literature
Placement of the lens to optimize the refractive index
Aspheric lenses
From Here: http://egami.blog.so-net.ne.jp/2010-02-08#more
CR’s Take
I’ve looked quickly, but I haven’t been able to find the actual patent anywhere. Can anyone else?
Omg, that would be a sweet ass lens if true.
