Bearcat, I am a Canon 60D user, have been using for some time now, but not as much as I’d like. But now that I am fully retired, I am starting too.
To speak of the software, I found some info about ML s viral days ago. I was thinking of ditching my 60D cause it only shoots three exposure bracketing. But when I heard about ML, I found it, downloaded, then ran the install to the SD Card. Everything worked up till I updated my firmware to the latest version. Then ML stopped. It only works with a specific version, so I had to downgrade my firmware for the time being. I want to test before looking at other options.
I have used it three days now, from the RV Park we live in, at shots of the lake out back. First day, everything came out Blu-ray, and creating the HDR was a disaster. I started looking at some internet assistance, and discovered there was a couple of things I was doing wrong.
Make sure that you turn off Image Stabilizer, but make sure you use a tripod.
Make sure that you have Auto Focus off as well. My first few attempts had AF on, and the lens kept trying to focus which made things hiccup.
Within ML, try setting your EV level at .5 first, take 8-10 shots, with a 2 second delay after the trigger is released.
Speaking of trigge releas, use a release cable connected to your camera to prevent shake.
From what I have seen on some web links, ML is quite extensive and I have only scratched the one category.
There is much more to revie and learn, test and put into practice.
One thing I like, is that after copying all my photos to my computer, I put the SD card back into the camera, then perform a Format. Formatting doesn’t wipe out the ML software, but just reinstalls it again, keeping all the previous settings. Pretty Slick for them to think of that.
I hope this has answered some of your questions, but more than likely, brought more to mind.
Thanks, but I think I am going to back off this. I am considering buying a full frame camera, and this lens won’t work with it. And besides, I really don’t think you would have taken $100 bills for the lens, I found it on the web for $115 new.
Sorry.
Did some searching and found exact lens, and price was quite lower than your. Disregard offer above, but would like to know your rock bottom price.
Question? I have a Canon 60D, and from all that I have read and understand, your lens should be compatible. Do you agree?
Not wanting to waste time, what was your highest offer for the Lens thus far? I’ll match it, plus $10.
Question??? Is the lens above still available? I’m interested in upgrading a couple of my old lenses and this one could help me on my way.