The Ax Smash Method – An alternative way to deal with DSLR errors

Did you ever experience an error on your DSLR? Well, get ready to meet a guy who solves these problems with crude violence.

You have first to listen to some weirdness the guy speaks out, so jump to mark 4:55 of the video to see how some people likes to cope with camera errors.

The camera getting destroyed is a Canon EOS 70D. I own a 70D, took it everywhere, from deserts to glaciers, I used it in the tropics under the rain, and in many more difficult situations. I am normally not very caring about my gear. It’s gear and is has to do the job. Well, I never, never, experienced an error on my trusty EOS 70D. Before being tempted to destory your EOS 70D, have a look what others make with this fantastic camera (see here too).

A picture of the destroyed EOS 70D was later posted on Instagram, with the caption: “movie recording has stopped automatically” – worst bug ever, the camera had to be destroyed“. Oh, dude, take it easy next time. And why destroy the lens too?

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Canon EOS 70D after the Ax Smash cure

Should I say “enjoy the video”? No, just watch it :-)

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Canon GPS Receiver GP-E2 and Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E7 firmware update available

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Canon released firmware updates for the GPS Receiver GP-E2 and the Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E7A.

Firmware version 2.0.0 (download here) for GPS Receiver GP-E2 incorporates the following fixes and improvements:

  1. Fixes a phenomenon in which, in rare cases, the signal acquisition indicator on the GPS Receiver GP-E2 displays “Slow blinking (Signal acquired)” even if a signal is not yet acquired.
  2. Fixes a phenomenon which new log files may not be saved correctly if the built-in memory of the GPS Receiver GP-E2 becomes full.
  3. Support for the EOS Rebel T6s/EOS 760D and EOS Rebel T6i/EOS 750D cameras has been added.
  4. Support for the EOS 5Ds and EOS 5Ds R cameras has been added.

Firmware version 1.2.0 (download here) for Wireless File Transmitter WFT-E7A incorporates the following improvement:

  • Support has been added for the EOS 5Ds / EOS 5Ds R.

Canon EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R live streaming discussion on Monday June 15 (UPDATE)

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Update: You can now sign up at B&H Photo to get notified by email when the live stream starts.

B&H Photo will stream a live discussion panel for the EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R on Monday, June 15, at 3PM EST. Photographer Gregory Heisler and Larry Becker and Rudy Winston from Canon USA are there to discuss everything you may want to learn about Canon’s high resolution DSLRs. Save the date!

Canon EOS 5DS: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA | Canon EOS 5DS R: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA

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Canon EOS 70D with EF-S 18-55mm IS STM – $880 (compare at $1,050)

Authorised Canon dealer and Top Rated Plus eBay seller VideoPhoto4Less (99.8% positive ratings) has the Canon EOS 70D with EF-S 18-55mm IS STM lens . Compare at $1,049. Free shipping in the US. Please note: this may be a grey import item.

Canon EOS 70D specifications:

  • 20.2 MP APS-C CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5+
  • 19 point cross-type AF System
  • Up to 7 fps shooting
  • ISO 100-12800, expandable to 25600
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF for fast focus in live view and video
  • 3″ articulating touch panel LCD screen with 1,040,000 dots
  • Built-in flash with integrated speedlite transmitter and hot shoe
  • Intelligent viewfinder with electronic overlay
  • 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps) and 720 (60, 50 fps) HD video (H.264/MPEG-4/MOV)
  • Instant sharing and remote control with built-in Wi-Fi and EOS Remote app
  • GPS compatible (sold separately)
  • Full manual mode in video
  • Built-in stereo or external microphone terminal
  • SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card

“Endless Gravity” is a jaw-dropping video made with Canon EOS 6D and 14 bit RAW using Magic Lantern

Our reader Alex shot this amazing video using a Canon EOS 6D. He says:

Can watch at these ocean creatures endlessly. It’s like a live cosmos, unbelievable smooth moves, eternity and meditation. No single VFX used, this is magical nature.

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I shot this short film recently, trying to expand the video possibilities of Canon’s EOS 6D. This is far from being the recommended camera to shot video, but with this film I hope I prove it can do a good job.

It did! Alex used Magic Lantern, graded in Davinci Resolve, the music is by Astrupilot, and the poem is by Dante Gabriel Rossetti (1869). Enjoy.

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Canon EOS 6D price check: B&H Photo, Adorama, Amazon USA, Amazon Canada, Canon Canada, Canon USA

Canon News

Video above: Mini photo projects with Canon

A round-up of assorted Canon news.

Explore the world of Canon optics – Canon USA
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM Sample Image Gallery – Amateur Photographer
Master your camera: Controlling autofocus on the Canon EOS 5D Mark III – Amateur Photographer
Unleash the power of STM (Smooth Transition for Motion) – Canon USA
Canon EOS 750D Sample Image Gallery – Amateur Photographer
Fast, slick and double-quick : filming the Quant car with EOS C100 Mark II and EOS 70D – Canon Professional Network
Syncing time across multiple EOS camera bodies – Canon Digital Learning Center
Dear Canon and Nikon, I Have Some Suggestions – PetaPixel
Boniface Mwangi: activism, photography and making a difference – Canon Professional Network
Canon EOS 760D Sample Images – Photography Blog

Canon XC10 Footage – First Impressions and Review – Cinema5d