Canon releases firmware updates for many DLSRs because of issues with EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II and EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lenses

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Canon released firmware updates for almost every DSLR released before 2015. It’s because many Canon DSLRs have issues with the EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II and EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lenses.

The firmware update…

Corrects a phenomenon in which when using the camera with the EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM or EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS II USM lens, even if lens aberration correction is set to “”Enable””, correction will not be applied.

To download the firmware update for your Canon DSLR, click here and then choose your Canon DSLR, and then follow instructions.

Thanks Lawrence.

Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III vs Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 VC video comparison

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Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III: [shopcountry 40054]

At a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to 22
  • Three Aspherical & Two UD Elements
  • Subwavelength & Air Sphere Coatings
  • Ring-Type Ultrasonic Motor AF System
  • Internal Focus; Full-Time MF Override
  • Fluorine Coating on Exposed Elements
  • Dust- and Water-Resistant Construction
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

Interesting lens comparison by reviewer and photographer Dustin Abbott. Dustin compares the Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L III with the Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 VC, a lens that costs half the Canon. Is the Canon worth two times the price of the Tamron?

Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8

Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 Di VC: [shopcountry 30109]

Tamron SP 15-30mm f/2.8 at a glance:

  • EF-Mount Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to 22
  • XGM and LD Glass Elements
  • Vibration Compensation
  • eBAND and BBAR Coatings
  • Fluorine Coating on Front Element
  • Ultrasonic Silent Drive AF System
  • Built-In Lens Hood
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • SILKYPIX Developer Studio Software

Save Big on Datacolor Spyder5 calibration tools (B&H, today only)

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Datacolor Spyder5Pro at a glance:

  • Calibrate Laptops, Desktop Monitors
  • Includes Color Probe
  • 16 Calibration Choices
  • 3 Ambient Light Settings
  • Before and After Evaluation
  • Basic Display Analysis
  • Comes in a Reusable Box / Case

B&H has a pretty good one day only promotion on Datacolor Spyder5 display calibration tools.

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV firmware update released

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Canon EOS 5D Mark IV: [shopcountry 40051]

Canon released firmware 1.0.3 for the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV. Download it here.

Changes in the Firmware Firmware Version 1.0.3 incorporates the following fixes and improvements:

1. Corrects a phenomenon in which the color of images varies depending on the metering mode selected during flash shooting.

2. Improves the reliability of communication when using the EF1.4X III or EF2X III extender.

3. Corrects the level display when the camera is held in the vertical orientation with the hand grip pointing downward.

4. Improves the reliability of communication via USB cable when using the Lens Data Registration function with EOS Utility 3.

Firmware Version 1.0.3 is for cameras with firmware Version 1.0.2 or earlier. If your camera’s firmware is already Version 1.0.3, it is not necessary to update the firmware. When updating the firmware of your camera, please review the instructions thoroughly before you update the firmware. The firmware update takes approximately 4 minutes.

Thanks Lawrence

Canon EOS M5 hands-on video review

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Canon EOS M5: [shopcountry 40697]

At a glance:

  • 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 7 Image Processor
  • 2.36m-Dot EVF, Touch and Drag AF Control
  • 3.2″ 1.62m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD
  • Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 60 fps
  • Built-In Wi-Fi with NFC, Bluetooth Smart
  • Dual Pixel CMOS AF
  • Up to 9 fps Shooting and ISO 25600
  • Digital IS 5-Axis Image Stabilization

DigitalRev’s Kaiman Wong started his own YouTube channel, and the EOS M5 is one of the first cameras he reviewed. Kai is even fond of the EOS M5, though he has some criticism.

Canon’s latest mirrorless camera promises to be an 80D in a smaller package. With 1080p and a reasonable 24-megapixels, is it another flop or does the Dual Pixel Autofocus save the day?

The user manual for the Canon EOS M5 can be downloaded at Canon USA. Good to learn about the features of the EOS M5.

The Canon Store has refurbished Canon EOS M3 on sale at $298.99

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV deal – $2,899 (reg. $3,499)

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Top Rated Plus seller ElectronicsValley on eBay (99.7% positive ratings) has the new Canon EOS 5D Mark IV on sale at $2,899. Compare at $3.499. Free shipping. Please note: this is an import model, 1 year US seller warranty applies.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE CANON DEALS ON EBAY

More Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals are listed here.

Cyber Monday

Deals Deals Deals

Latest deal…:

Adorama: Canon PIXMA MG2520 Inkjet Photo All-in-One Printer on sale at $17.99.

Adorama: Canon Rebel T6 EF-S 18-55mm IS II & 75-300mm 4-5.6 III and a rich bundle of accessories  for only $449! Limited time!

B&H Photo: Only $629. for an Apple 9.7″ iPad Pro (128GB, Wi-Fi + 4G LTE, Rose Gold) $200 off for a limited time!

The Canon Store has refurbished Canon EOS 5D Mark III on sale at $1,899 (1 year Canon USA warranty).

Adorama has two EOS 5D Mark III bundle deals that deserve your attention. Both bundles get a $350 mail-in rebate (instructions)

Canon EOS 5D Mark III Body Bundle + $99 in Adorama Rewards – on sale at $2149 after $350 MIR with free shipping. Bundle includes:

  • Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR Camera Body
  • Canon PIXMA PRO-100 Professional Photo Inkjet Printer
  • Tascam DR-10SG Camera-Mountable Audio Recorder with Shotgun Microphone
  • Canon SG-201 Photo Paper Plus Semi-Gloss, 13×19″, 50 Sheets


Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR with EF 24-105mm f/4L Lens Bundle + $123 In Adorama Rewards – on sale at $2,749 after $350 MIR with free shipping. Bundle includes:

  • Canon EOS 5D Mark III DSLR Camera Body with EF 24-105mm f/4 Lens
  • Canon PIXMA PRO-100 Professional Photo Inkjet Printer
  • Tascam DR-10SG Camera-Mountable Audio Recorder with Shotgun Microphone
  • Canon SG-201 Photo Paper Plus Semi-Gloss, 13×19″, 50 Sheets

Top Rated plus seller ElectronicsValley on eBay (99.7% positive ratings) has the Canon EOS 6D on sale at $999. Compare at $1,499. Free shipping. Please note: this is an import item, 1 year seller warranty applies.

Adorama has a Canon Rebel T5i with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens Bundle – on sale at $429 after $350 Canon mail-in rebate (info). The bundle includes:

  • Canon EOS Rebel T5i DSLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens
  • Canon EF 75-300mm F/4-5.6 III Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens – USA
  • Canon PIXMA PRO-100 Professional Photo Inkjet Printer
  • Canon LU-101 Photo Paper Pro Luster, 13×19″, 50 Sheets
  • Canon EOS Shoulder Bag (Black)

Adorama has a Canon Rebel T5i with EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens Bundle – on sale at $529 after $350 Canon mail-in rebate (info). The bundle includes:

  • Canon EOS Rebel T5i DSLR Camera with EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens
  • Canon EF 75-300mm F/4-5.6 III Autofocus Telephoto Zoom Lens – USA
  • Canon PIXMA PRO-100 Professional Photo Inkjet Printer
  • Canon SG-201 Photo Paper Plus Semi-Gloss, 13×19″, 50 Sheets
  • Canon EOS Shoulder Bag (Black)

Top Rated Plus seller ElectronicsValley on eBay (99.7% positive ratings) has the Canon EOS 5D Mark III on sale at $1,799. Compare at $2,499. Free shipping in the US. Please note: this is an import item, 1 year seller warranty applies.

Black Friday Apple gear Super Sale at B&H Photo, limited time

Canon PIXMA MG3620 Wireless All-in-One Inkjet Printer on sale at $27.95 (reg. $79.95, B&H)

B&H Photo has the Apple 9.7″ iPad Pro (32GB, Wi-Fi + 4G LTE, Rose Gold) on sale at $529 – $200 off for a limited time!

Adorama has the Manfrotto Befree One Aluminum Ultra-Compact and Lightweight Tripod with Ball Head, 5.8lbs Capacity, Black, on sale at $79.88 – $70 off for a limited time!

B&H Photo has the original Canon EOS C100 on sale at $1,799. You won’t see this price again soon. Compare at $2,499. Free shipping and limited stock.

Huge selection of discounted SanDisk memory cards at Adorama

Major retailers have landing pages where deals and bargains are listed.

B&H PhotoCyber Monday deals on Canon gear

B&H PhotoCyber Monday deals on Sigma gear

AdoramaCyber Monday deals on Canon gear

AdoramaCyber Monday page with discounts up to 80%

Amazon USCyber Monday deals

Amazon Germany Cyber Monday deals

Amazon UK Cyber Monday deals

Park Cameras UK Cyber Monday deals

Adorama has some really good discounts on Canon DSLR bundles, and a huge set of discounted SanDisk memory cards.

All bundles get instant discounts, not mail-in rebates. All promotions end 11/26

  • Canon Rebel T6 with EF-S 18-55mm IS II and EF 75-300mm 4-5.6 III lens, plus a free a Canon PIXMA MX922 Wireless Printer and more accessories – on sale at $449 after $300 instant rebate
  • Canon Rebel T6i with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens on sale at $649 after $200 instant discount
  • Canon EOS Rebel T6i Video Creator Kit – with EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens, Rode VIDEOMIC GO Mic, Sandisk 32G SD Card Class 10 – on sale at $699 after $300 instant rebate.
  • Canon Rebel T6i with EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens – on sale at $849 after $250 instant rebate
  • Canon Speedlite 600EX II-RT, Shoe Mount Flash – on sale at $479 after $100 instant rebate
    Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II Digital Camera + Free Canon MX922 Printer – on sale at $649 after $150 instant rebate

The Canon Store has excellent deals on refurbished gear. But hurry up because the best deals are gone fast. Click the links below and look for the camera or lens or other Canon gear you want. I just list some examples:

All listings:

Today’s Gold Box and one day only deals at Amazon US, Amazon DE, Amazon UK, B&H Photo, eBay and Adorama