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Just Got My Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM

TheDman wrote:

Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park, just about the hardest place to get to in the Rockies. No roads in the whole park. You have to hike a very long way in, or take a helicopter. I recommend the latter. :)

I was guessing Grand Teton from the back side .... Thanks,

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Just Got My Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM

TheDman wrote:

Thanks! That was with the Canon 5D Mk III.

Dman ... very impressive - where was this shot at?
Sorry OP - not to hijack your thread.

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Just Got My Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM

lukan wrote:

Probably not, unless you need the speed.

I have the 2.8 LII and I run into distortion around the peripheries wide open on a FF body - I didn't see that in the OP's photographs - hence the question.

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Just Got My Canon EF 16-35mm f/4L IS USM

LFingar wrote:

Just sold my 17-40 and received my 16-35 today. Not a bad day! Just took a couple of quick shots and thought I would post them in case anyone is interested. Shot handheld, wide open at f/4, 16mm, ISO 100. Canon 6D. No in-camera correction. No pp. Hazy, overcast day. IS and AF (single center point) both active.

Congratulations; That is really very crisp and sharp. I wonder how that would compare with the 2.8 lII? Anyone have direct feedback?

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Visiting Golden Colorado.

http://www.lariatloop.org/

Try this as well. Starts right in Golden, a 40 mile scenic drive.

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Nikon vs. Canon...AGAIN

chrisewers wrote:

I think he is saying that either he didnt want cat poop in his lens, or Cats are better decision makers. :lol:

Is that what is known as a cat scan? :)

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Out of warranty camera and lens repair

Anandnra wrote:

I had to replace the shutter assembly on my Canon 7D after only 18,000 actuations (it is supposed to be good for about 150K). Unfortunately it was out of warranty and was pricey to do it. After much negotiation, Canon offered a 15% discount on the repair or 20% off a refurbed 7D body. I took the former option at a cost of about $300 plus taxes and shipping. They were very professional to deal with but expensive and didn't care that it lasted only a fraction of its rating.

... and I have been a loyal Canon customer from the late 70's .....

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Out of warranty camera and lens repair

tomw wrote:

There is a lot of mention here about out of warranty repairs. I would love to do a sort of survey.

How many have had out of warranty repairs done by the manufacturer?
By an independent shop?
Satisfied with work?
Satisfied with price?
How many decided to replace instead of repair after an estimate?
Are there any statistics about need for repair and satisfaction by brand? Is one notably better or worse than another?

I had to replace the shutter assembly on my Canon 7D after only 18,000 actuations (it is supposed to be good for about 150K). Unfortunately it was out of warranty and was pricey to do it. After much negotiation, Canon offered a 15% discount on the repair or 20% off a refurbed 7D body. I took the former option at a cost of about $300 plus taxes and shipping. They were very professional to deal with but expensive and didn't care that it lasted only a fraction of its rating.

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Trip across country

drgold wrote:

This Spring, I am going on a cross country drive f... (show quote)

There's so much to see in Utah .. many National Parks. Don't miss the Arches - a photographer's delight. YellowStone and Grand Teton is another bucket list item so is the Lake Tahoe area while in Calif.

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Trip across country

drgold wrote:

This Spring, I am going on a cross country drive f... (show quote)

There's so much to see in Utah .. many National Parks. Don't miss the Arches - a photographer's delight. YellowStone and Grand Teton is another bucket list item so is the Lake Tahoe area while in Calif.

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IS or not to IS, that is the question.....

AFD68 wrote:

Hello all, I'm looking for input into a couple of lenses. I am looking at the "L" series Canon 70-200's. The F2.8 with Image Stab is out of my price range $2600), however I can afford the 2.8 without IS or the F4 with IS ($1600). Hence, my question....

Do I give up on the higher stop for the IS or give up the IS for the extra light? All input is appreciated.

Al S.

Over the holidays the 70-200 L IS2 2.8 was available for a short while for $1799 new from reputable vendors. That is about the best price ever for that lens. So if you are not in a terrible hurry you will find a decent price on it, though not the $1799 price probably any time soon.

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Three types of camera operators?

KotaKrome wrote:

I've been a camera fanatic for over forty years. b... (show quote)

Well said .... though we have to keep in mind that the software in the camera itself has made the default PP in the jpeg file. I agree with you wholeheartedly. :thumbup:

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The Wedding Hall

Nightski wrote:

Some thoughts on this window covering. I am worried now. The groom is black and will his face just blend into the navy background. I think his tux might be navy too, it's navy or black. Either way, that may not be a good idea. White or off white would compete with the bridal gown. Would red be awful? Any other thoughts? Maybe a light brown or tan color? It would blend with the rustic barn

Maybe not sheer either. Maybe a solid. Thoughts?

My wife is very good with colors and I passed this scenario with her and she says brown would give you good results.
Good luck.

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Prime vs Zoom

rszer57 wrote:

I am sure that ESPECIALLY for photography, it's not the size that counts, but how you use it!! ;-)

Isn't that true in all scenarios? :roll:

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canon service

JD328i wrote:

I had a similar experience this past May with their service on a 7D that was having focus issues. It was slightly out of warranty and they fixed me up promptly at no charge.

I had a shutter assembly go out after only 18,000 actuations. The 7D is rated for 150,000 actuations. My camera was out of warranty and Canon refused to fix it for free. They were very prompt with the service however.