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Canon EOS 1D Mark III, 1Ds Mark III and 1D Mark IV Firmware Updates

July 30, 2013 By Eric Reagan

1D Mark IV

Canon has released firmware updates for the EOS 1D Mark III, 1Ds Mark III and 1D Mark IV. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Canon Tagged With: 1d mark iii, 1D Mark IV, 1ds mark iii, Canon, dslr

 

Canon DSLR Firmware Updates for WFT-E2 II and WFT-E4 II Compatibility

December 17, 2009 By Eric Reagan

Canon WFT-E4 II

Canon has made available firmware updates on several DSLRs for compatibility with the recently announced, and soon to be available, WFT-E2 II and WFT-E4 II wireless file transmitters.

Note that the 5D Mark II firmware update also “Corrects a phenomenon in which visible noise may appear in images taken by continuous Bulb shooting.”

See the following links for the respective firmware update pages.

Canon 1Ds Mark III

Canon 1D Mark III

Canon 5D Mark II

Filed Under: Canon Tagged With: 1d mark iii, 1ds mark iii, 5d mark ii, Canon, digital cameras, dslr, firmware, photography, update, wft-e2 ii, wft-e4 ii, wi-fi, wireless transmitter

Canon EOS-1D Mark III Firmware Update Version 1.2.3

April 30, 2008 By Eric Reagan

Canon has updated the firmware for the 1D Mark III to Version 1.2.3.

This firmware update (Version 1.2.3) incorporates the following improvements.

  1. Includes the following new features that were frequently requested by customers to the new firmware.
    1. Direct selection of AF points by the Multi-controller is added to C.Fn III-9.
    2. Alternate access to Exposure compensation is added to C.Fn IV-3.
    3. With the camera’s External Speedlite control menu, Flash function settings can be used to set the Wireless setting and Zoom.
  2. Improves the stability of AF accuracy in AI servo AF when shooting extremely low-contrast subjects.

The Version 1.2.3 firmware being released this time is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.1.3. If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.2.3, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

To download this latest firmware update, go to Canon’s official site here.

For more resources on the Canon 1D Mark III, visit Photography Bay’s Canon 1D Mark III Reviews and Resources.

Filed Under: Canon, News Tagged With: 1d mark iii, Canon, firmware, update

Canon EOS 1D Mark III Reviews and Resources

June 18, 2007 By Eric Reagan

News

Canon has identified and issued a formal statement as of November 1, 2007 regarding a focusing problem with the EOS 1D Mark III. More information (including the affected serial numbers) on this page.


In action for Barry Bonds’ homerun record:

Reviews

The Digital Picture

The per-pixel image quality delivered by the Canon EOS 1D Mark III is second to no Canon Digital SLR introduced to date. The most obvious improvement is in the high ISO noise department.

Digital Camera Info

The focus problem is a tragic flaw worthy of Sophocles. We used the Mark III with a 24-70mm and a 70-200mm zoom. Those lenses should not challenge the 45-spot autofocus system, but the problem was bad enough to show up with it. After the firmware fix, we couldn’t reproduce the problem, but that’s really not good enough. It doesn’t prove the problem is fixed for more challenging conditions. Canon is in the difficult position of proving a negative: that the focus problem no longer exists.

Steve’s Digicams

The Mark III’s image quality at high ISO is very good. The image noise appears more like the effect of film grain than the imager noise of lesser consumer cameras. ISO 100 produces images that set a standard for what “noise-free” should be. Traces of noise appear at ISO 400 in shadow areas. At ISO 800, a barely-perceptible amount of noise begins to affect highlight areas.

Lawrence Ripsher

The Canon 1D Mark III has become my new workhorse. It has all but completely replaced the Canon 5D I was previously shooting with, proving to me every time it is worth the extra weight and drop of 2 megapixels. Even though the 5D still produces superb high quality images, the 1D matches it in good light and is able to go that extra mile at high ISO settings.

Popular Photography

Sure, the Canon EOS-1D Mark III is fast — but how is the image quality? Do you sacrifice quality for speed?

No, not at all. Image quality is Excellent from ISO 50 to 1600 and Very High at ISO 3200 and 6400 (with in-camera high ISO Noise Reduction activated.)

Pro Photo Home calls the Canon 1D Mk III “the best all around DSLR on the planet.” And says,

if I could have only one camera to try and cover all areas of pro photography this would be it. So, if you are a generalist, which many of us are these days, this camera is hard to beat. Read the rest . . .

Check out Cnet’s review of the Canon EOS 1D Mark III. They give the formidable new DSLR a 9.3 out of 10 (“spectacular”). C|net also gives Nikon shooters a little food for thought:

If you can afford the cost of the 1D Mark III, and are a Canon shooter who doesn’t absolutely need the higher resolution of the 16.6MP 1Ds Mark II, then this camera is a no-brainer. Nikon shooters who are reading this might even begin to second-guess their beloved brand, but with rumors flying about a possible D3, you’ll probably want to wait and see if Canon’s top competitor can match this. It’s going to be extremely difficult, though, as this is one of the best digital cameras I’ve ever used. Continue to the C|net review.

e-Fotografija Review (with lots of real world sample shots – many at ISO 6400) of the 1D Mark III:

Any way you look at it, the Canon EOS 1D MkIII is a photojournalist’s dream camera. Loads of features, intuitive settings, antidust system, liveview, and excellent image quality at high sensitivity are what make it so amazing. And it is this last thing that makes the Mk III so special.

Imaging Resource Hands on Preview of the 1D Mark III:

The Canon EOS 1D Mark III isn’t just for sports anymore. It’s a more universal camera for the vast majority of pro photographers. With the multiple improvements in the new camera, photographers will no longer need to trade off resolution, image quality, and speed against each other. The 1D Mark III now has enough of all three to satisfy a huge slice of the market in a single camera body.

Canon 1D Mark III Accessories

Canon LP-E4 Battery Pack

Canon LC-4E Battery Charger

Canon WFT-E2A Wireless File Transmitter

Canon 430EX Speedlight

Canon 580EX Speedlight

Canon LC-5 Wireless Controller

Canon RS-80N3 Remote

Canon TC80N3 Timer Remote

SanDisk Extreme IV 4GB CompactFlash Card

PhotoBert Cheat Sheet for 1D Mark III

Canon 1D Mark III Magic Lantern Guide

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First off, consider going to your local camera store (and I don’t necessarily mean Wolf Camera at the mall). By going to your local camera store, you’re supporting your community and you just might build a lasting relationship with people you can rely on when you need some help or answers. If you’re buying online, I recommend sticking with Amazon, B&H Photo or Adorama. These three vendors are reliable, trustworthy and generally have the best (legitimate) prices. Additionally, purchasing your camera through these links helps support this site.

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