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Canon 5D Mark III

Matt McGuire — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 21:43:45 +0000

When will the Canon 5D Mark III be released? That is a question I have been wondering about and reading about for a year now. The photography forums are a buzz with guesses, rumors, and a lot of misinformation. No one really knows when or if this camera will be released. The Canon 5D Mark II was released in 2008 so it’s time for an update, but when?

I am looking to add a full-frame camera to my lineup, but I will probably wait until the 5D III comes out. I don’t “need” full-frame right now and I am still saving for it. I would hate to buy the 5D Mark II now and miss out on some of the features of a new body. Some of the rumored specs include:

24MP
Pro grade AF (not 7D like)
2 stops better ISO than 5D mk II
Digic V
6 fps
New video codec, not Raw. MPEG 4:2:2
New video functions such as tracking focus in video mode
Compact body with improved weather sealed
Same introduction price as the predecessor

Some rumors have said that the sensor will only be 18MP. Either way though I will probably purchase the new camera. I already have a Canon 7D for my sports shooting. I am looking to add a full-frame to take advantage of the additional field of view and increase my low light capabilities. Both goals should be met with a new body.

Many people agree that the Canon 5D Mark III will be out sometime in 2012. Possibly by Photokina, but again no one really knows. There are even rumors of a name change and the new Canon 5D Mark III will actually be released under the name Canon 6D or Canon 3D.

By adding a full-frame camera to my bag of tools I will then be using the 7D and 5D as my main DSLR. Then for my compact camera I am using the Canon s95. If I don’t have that with me I will fall back to my iPhone 4s. With the right lens collection for my DSLRs I should be ready for any photo shoot.

My Canon s100 Review

Matt McGuire — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:04:13 +0000

I have written a review of the Canon s100 on my blog, check it out:

Canon s100 Review

Incorrect Routing at UPS Facility

Matt McGuire — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 19:33:11 +0000

I ordered a few odds and ends from B&H that were to be delivered today. Nothing big or time sensitive, but I always like getting new stuff even if it’s just a cleaning kit. I checked on my shipment with UPS and it has the status “Incorrect Routing at UPS Facility”.

Oh well at least they admit they messed up. My shipment was in West Sacramento this morning and then put on a truck and is now in Oakland. They show the package will be delivered tomorrow. I am just glad I am not waiting for something that I needed today.

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The NEW EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS lens Pricing

Matt McGuire — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:13:04 +0000

I so want the new EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS lens. I have been watching for pricing since it was announced. Today I was googling for it and I see both Amazon and B&H Photo have it listed. Both sites show it for $2,499.00, ouch. The current version of the lens is $1,799.00. Can I justify the price difference? $700 is a lot of money.

I hear that when it’s finally released in April the price will be lower. I have heard anywhere between $1,900 to $2,100. That better, but is still worth the difference? For me it probably is worth it. I have been saving for a while for this lens, what’s a little longer. Also I don’t upgrade often so this focal length will need to be satisfied by a single purchase for the foreseeable future. I might as well get the biggest bang for my dollar.

My hope is to purchase a bigger backpack, a couple of filters, and a Canon EF 1.4x II Extender at the same time I buy the lens. With all of the we are probably talking about spending $2,500 at one time.