Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Event in London, UK

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Park Cameras together with professional wildlife and aviation photographer Andy Rouse, organised a Canon EOS-1D X Mark II Event to be held in Park Camera’s Burgess Hill store on Thursday 17th March, and at at their store in Central London on Thursday 31st March.

This is a free event and places are limited. More information and registration at Park Cameras.

Andy [Rouse] will explain to you the benefits that the flagship camera in the Canon DSLR range can bring to you in your photography, and the variety of new features available, including a brand new full-frame 20.2MP sensor, improved autofocus capabilities, greater ISO flexibility and higher ISO capabilities (compared to its predecessor), 4K video and a whole lot more!

As a highly talented photographer, Andy has been in the trusted position as a Canon Explorer for a number years, and as such as been able to use his experience and passion for photography to test out the EOS-1D X Mark II, feeding back information, and test shots / videos back to Canon Europe to assist with the development of the product. There is therefore, no-one better to guide you through the camera, and to inspire your photography.

In addition to this, a technical expert from Canon UK will be on-hand to assist Andy with any questions you might have about the camera, or the range of Canon lenses / accessories that are available.

Canon EOS-1D X Mark II: [shopcountry 37157] [via ephotozine]

Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 VC USD video-review

Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 VC USD
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Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 VC USD at a glance:

  • Canon EF Mount/Full-Frame Format
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/32
  • One LD and Two XLD Glass Elements
  • eBAND, BBAR, and Fluorine Coatings
  • USD AF Motor, Full-Time Manual Focus
  • VC Image Stabilization
  • 1:1 Max. Magnification, 11.8″ Min. Focus
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm
  • Moisture-Resistant Construction
  • Compatible with TAP-in Console

Canada based photographer Dustin Abbott posted his 15 minutes video-review about the new [shoplink 37704]Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 VC USD[/shoplink]. A cool lens at an affordable price.

Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 VC USD: [shopcountry 37704]

[via Dustin Abbott on YouTube]

Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS Mark II review (DPReview Gold Award)

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Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS Mark II ([shopcountry 25455]) at a glance:

  • EF Mount L-Series Lens/Full-Frame Format
  • One Fluorite and One Super UD Element
  • Air Sphere and Fluorine Lens Coatings
  • Ring-Type USM AF Motor, Internal Focus
  • Optical Image Stabilizer with 3 Modes
  • Rotating Zoom Ring & Torque Adjustment
  • Weather-Sealed Design
  • Detachable, Rotatable Tripod Collar
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

DPReview posted their review of the Canon [shoplink 25455]EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II[/shoplink] lens, and it is a very enthusiastic review. DPReview’s pros list:

  • New optical design delivers high performance

  • Sharp at all focal lengths, at all apertures, and across the frame

  • Sharper than MkI version, and sharpest in class

  • Excellent image stabilization

  • Very close focusing, 0.31x magnification at 400mm, beats all rivals

  • Fast, positive and accurate AF

  • Top-grade weather-resistant build

  • Easy handling for focal length range, now with twist-ring zoom

The most significant statement, possibly, is the following: “[…] it’s hard to see how [the EF 100-400mm] might be further improved in any meaningful way […]“. Well done Canon!

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[via DPReview]

 

Canon EOS 6D deal – $999 (reg. $1,399)

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Canon EOS 6D at a glance:

  • 20.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 5+ Image Processor
  • 3.0″ 1.04m-Dot Clear View LCD Monitor
  • Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 30 fps
  • 11-Point AF with Center Cross-Type Point
  • Native ISO 25600, Extended to ISO 102400
  • 4.5 fps Shooting at Full Resolution
  • Built-In Wi-Fi and GPS Connectivity
  • iFCL 63-Zone Dual Layer Metering Sensor
  • In-Camera HDR & Multiple Exposure Mode

Seller GetItDigital on eBay (99.5% positive ratings) has the Canon EOS 6D on sale at just $999. Compare to $1,399. This is a killer price. However, please note that this may be a grey import item. Free shipping.

More Canon deals on eBay.