New DPP (3.11.26) ready for download – UPDATE
A new release of Canon's DPP (ver. 3.11.26) is available for download. Hopefully this release will solve the problems with EOS 5D RAW files. You have first to select your…
Last Day of Canon refurbished gear coupon deals
These are coupon deals on refurbished Canon gear (cameras, lenses, kits). Use coupon code 20SLR412 (20% off, expires 4/17) for the gear, and coupon code NEW412 (expires 4/28) to get free shipping if buy…
Canon’s LeakGate: Canon JP announcement
After Canon USA publishing a quality issue announcement regarding the light-leaking issue of the 5D Mark III, now also Canon Japan has reacted (Google translated) to the problem. They say…
Another Canon Quality Issue Announcement (DPP)
Canon released another quality issue announcement. The issue regards problems the DPP software has with RAW files. A new version of DPP will be released mid-April. The press announcement: EOS…
Canon announces 1D C, C500 and new EF Cinema Lenses
There has been a batch of announcements by Canon in the last hours. The EOS-1D C ('C' for Cinema). Looks like the 1D X, but different specs: Video recording at…
NAB 2012 Canon rumors round-up
So, we are close to the beginning of NAB 2012, and rumors bout what Canon could and/or will announce are getting hotter. It's almost sure that Canon will announce "something…
Taming the beast: a tutorial for Canon’s AF system
We know that while being an advanced (possibly the most advanced available) and powerful Auto-Focus system, the AF sported on the and can be confusing and overwhelming. Even Ken Rockwell…
More on Canon’s light-leaking issue
The possible light-leaking issue of the is making people curios. And while it is true that if your cam is working as expected (and as it should) with mounted lenses there…
Adorama TV reviews 5D Mark III, and comparison with D800
AdoramaTV Pro puts Canon's and Nikon's newest Full Frame pro DSLRs, the and D800, head to head in a video shootout. In the video moiré on the 5D Mark III looks…
Apple’s Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.12 released
Apple just released Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 3.12 (click here to download). Support for the Canon RAW files has been added for Aperture 3 and iPhoto '11.
Yet Another 5D Mark III vs D800 Comparisons Round-up (5D3 clear winner regarding AF, ISO performance)
Let's go into another round of what is starting to look as a Battle of the Giants. Canon's vs Nikon's D800. Both full-frame, the Nikon having a 36MP…
Last hours for B&H double rebate deals (ending tomorrow, March 31)
B&H has the EOS 5D Mark III with 24-105mm f/4L IS USM lens in stock now for $4,299.00, ships for free in the US (click here). Just a quick reminder…
B&H double rebates ending in 3 days, Powershot G1 X in stock
Just a reminder that the rebates B&H is offering on various body and lens combinations is ending March 31. Click here to see the offered rebates and how to access…
Rolling shutter jello comparison: 5D Mark III vs Sony Nex 7
Photographer Mike Kobal did an interesting test using a and Sony's NEX 7 to demonstrate the rolling shutter effect. Mike's premise: Keep in mind this is an extreme test to…
Canon 85mm f1.8 vs Nikon 85mm f1.8: A lens-battle
This is from a post by our friend Chris Gampat over at thephoblographer. He used a Nikon D700 with the new Nikon AF-S 85mm f/1.8G and a Canon EOS 5D Mark…
Hot Deals! Coupon discounts on refurbished gear at Canon Store
Hurry up! These deals last until March 27. You can get an additional 15% discount for Canon DSLR cameras using the coupon code SLRF15 at the Canon Store. That means…
DEAL OVER – price raised: 5D Mark II for $1988 (5 left)
The . Top rated seller and just 5 items left. Wont last long. 21.1-megapixel full-frame CMOS sensor, 14-bit A/D conversion, wide range ISO setting 100-6400 Body only; lenses sold separately…
Comparison: G1X vs 7D – Surprising!
I found an interesting post on dpinterface with an in-depth image comparison between and - two players in different leagues. Lets first see the basic tech specs for…
More refurbished Canon Store deals
UPDATE: see this post for additional discounts using coupon codes (click here) The Canon Store has plenty of refurbished items for sale. Here is a selected list for you: EOS…
Pre-order and in stock alerts for 1DX and 5D Mark III, and a few 5D Mark II deals
I have to report new items that are either available for pre-order (1DX) or in stock now (5D Mark III). And at the end you'll find some cool deals…