Magic lantern
Apr 10, 2012 19:23:31 #
I've been doing allot of studying for my new camera the T2i. A software package called the Magic lantern keeps coming up. Could I please get some feedback on this subject?
pappy
pappy
Apr 10, 2012 19:26:02 #
Apr 10, 2012 19:59:30 #
Apr 10, 2012 20:53:55 #
Magic Lantern is well worth the cost. If they have a DVD dedicated to your model camera you will have step by step instructions on each function. 5 stars in my opinion
Apr 10, 2012 21:14:24 #
ioptfm wrote:
Magic Lantern is well worth the cost. If they have a DVD dedicated to your model camera you will have step by step instructions on each function. 5 stars in my opinion
What does it do???
All I can find on it was a Kodak toy camera.
Apr 10, 2012 21:46:09 #
Try these links and perhaps it will help.
http://www.amazon.com/Magic-Lantern-Guides-Canon-Rebel/dp/1600597939
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiH_ogbJvhQ
http://www.amazon.com/Magic-Lantern-Guides-Canon-Rebel/dp/1600597939
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiH_ogbJvhQ
Apr 10, 2012 21:52:42 #
I would surely get one for my 2000k if it was available.
Apr 10, 2012 22:17:25 #
Pepper
Loc: Planet Earth Country USA
I have the paper back guide and it's quite good but the DVD at 147.00 is a little pricy.
Apr 11, 2012 00:46:07 #
Magic Lantern is a firmware add-on that runs along side the Canon firmware. I haven't used it with my T2i yet, but have been thinking about it. I have run the '400 plus' firmware for the Xti.
It has focus assist tools, trap focus, additional bracketing, HDR tools. Here's a link to the download page:
http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Unified
It has focus assist tools, trap focus, additional bracketing, HDR tools. Here's a link to the download page:
http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Unified
Apr 11, 2012 06:37:20 #
[quote=ioptfm]Try these links and perhaps it will help.
http://www.amaz
I just got one for my camera. So far it has been very good. Much better than the camera manual. I would recommend it.
http://www.amaz
I just got one for my camera. So far it has been very good. Much better than the camera manual. I would recommend it.
Apr 11, 2012 07:16:46 #
[quote=Pepper]I have the paper back guide and it's quite good but the DVD at 147.00 is a little pricy.[/quote
Look on EBAY and Amazon....I believe you can find for less than that.
Look on EBAY and Amazon....I believe you can find for less than that.
Apr 11, 2012 07:26:33 #
dixiemegapixel
Loc: Salemburg, NC
We recently purchased two Magic Lantern booklets for our cameras. In contrast to the owner's manual, it is well-written, easily understandable, more durable, and practical for carrying around. The print is also larger. The down-side to the CD is the fact you must have a computer available.
You might consider trying to locate a "cheat sheet" for your particular make and model. They fold up nicely to fit in your pocket or camera bag.
You might consider trying to locate a "cheat sheet" for your particular make and model. They fold up nicely to fit in your pocket or camera bag.
Apr 11, 2012 08:35:45 #
I bought a magic lantern guide for my camera and it's helpful except for one thing. the index stinks. when i want a specific answer I have to wade thru the table of contents to find the general topic.
Apr 11, 2012 08:45:03 #
As the other poster said..Magic Lantern isn't the instructional books but a "run along side" firmware for Canon cameras that extends their capability.
Trap focus, motion detection, up to 9 exposures each direction on a bracket shot.
And much more.
I ran it for awhile...it's cool.
Trap focus, motion detection, up to 9 exposures each direction on a bracket shot.
And much more.
I ran it for awhile...it's cool.
Apr 11, 2012 08:45:28 #
kmohr3 wrote:
Magic Lantern is a firmware add-on that runs along side the Canon firmware. I haven't used it with my T2i yet, but have been thinking about it. I have run the '400 plus' firmware for the Xti.
It has focus assist tools, trap focus, additional bracketing, HDR tools. Here's a link to the download page:
http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Unified
It has focus assist tools, trap focus, additional bracketing, HDR tools. Here's a link to the download page:
http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/Unified
I'm wondering if the original poster was inquiring about the book and the CD, or the supplemental firmware that adds features and functions to the camera? I know there is quite a following for the firmware. The supplemental firmware should be a free download at the above link. There should be instructions on how to install and use it, along with a few caveats on how not to turn your camera into a brick.
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