Digital Camera News, Reviews and Tips
Canon has announced that it is in the process of developing firmware for the 5D Mark II, which will offer 1080p recording at 24 and 25fps. We won’t get full details on the process or other capabilities until 2010; however, the complaint department has probably been a little high since the release of the EOS 7D, so this news may help curb some of the derogatory remarks from 5D Mark II owners.
Canon’s official statement on the firmware development is below. [Read more…]
The Canon Monopod 100 is a basic 4-section monopod that comes with a ball head – all for about $33. That’s not really a bad deal at all considering that it actually performs pretty well.
Keep in mind though that this is an entry-level product and isn’t designed for pro-level shooters who pack around 500mm f/4 lenses. The Canon Monopod 100 just takes care of the basics. [Read more…]
UPDATE 10/20/09: The Canon 1D Mark IV has been announced. Additional info on Photography Bay’s Canon 1D Mark IV Reviews and Resources.
After the recent announcement of the Nikon D3s, it appears that Canon may be ready to introduce a new flagship of its own. Rumors are flying from a variety of sources that Canon will unveil the 1D Mark IV on October 20.
Specification rumors have centered mostly around an APS-H (1.3x crop) sensor in the 16-megapixel range and still image frame capture rates at 10-12fps. Rumors have consistently suggested 1080p video capture with the same capture rates as the Canon 7D.
One poster on the Fred Miranda forums says that Canon Spain has unofficially informed pro shooters that the 1D Mark IV will be released on October 20. Another forum member reports seeing the a retailer’s inventory system that shows the 1D Mark IV and 1Ds Mark IV priced at $4995 and $6995, respectively. Consistent with this rumor, Canon Rumors has received a number of “tips” on the announcement, including a copy of the press invitation above regarding Canon’s celebration of 50 years of its SLRs.
Stay tuned. This looks like it could be the real deal.
Canon has released a firmware update for the EOS 7D. The new version 1.0.9 incorporates the following fixes:
1. Improves AF accuracy during Live View shooting.
2. Corrects a phenomenon where in rare instances, movie images shot by the camera may exhibit abnormal colors.
3. Corrects a phenomenon that at certain timings, the shutter cannot be released when the camera’s built-in flash or an external Speedlite is used for shooting.
To learn more about it or to download the update, see Canon’s website.
Mastering the Nikon D90 is a new book from publisher Rocky Nook by author Darrell Young. It carries a retail price of $34.95; however, it can be found at Amazon.com for $23.07.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
The Manfrotto 190XB is a 3-section aluminum tripod that carries a reasonable price tag around $130. The Manfrotto 486RC2 tripod head is a ball head with a quick release plate that runs about $75. The 190XB and 486RC2 is an everyman’s kind of combo. It’s not as light as the Gitzo Traveler 6x carbon fiber tripod; however, it gets the job done almost as smoothly. [Read more…]
The above videos from Vincent Munier and Bill Frakes, respectively, appear to be the current golden showcase from Nikon for the low light performance of the new D3s.
Here’s a short slide show video that shows off the various angles of the Nikon D3s.
More on Photography Bay’s Nikon D3s Reviews and Resources.
The Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 85mm f/3.5G ED VR is a new lens for Nikon DX-sensor cameras like the D300s, D5000 and D3000. The new 85mm lens should be available in December 2009 at an initial retail price of $529.95. Check availability on Amazon.com.
More details in the press release below. [Read more…]
Carl Zeiss has released another Canon EF mount lens for EOS cameras. The new lens is a 28mm f/2 and is manual focus only. Additional details in the press release below. [Read more…]