No April 23rd 5D Mk II/ 3D/ 7D

[clickcanon40]

A friend told me today that he heard the 5D mark II will come with a built in image stabilizer and a 3:5 lens conversion which will contribute more heat to the popcorn dispenser. Im so excited!

[jafrknb]

But will the IS still work when using the phone mode?

[S.Horton]

More heat by focusing the rays of the sun?

[clickcanon40]

IS will not work in Phone mode. Unfortunatly the Phone mode (PH) disables the IS and then enables the CS (Conversation Stabilizer).

And no, unfortunatly not by the rays from the sun. The popcorn will be popped using overheating from CCD sensors.

[sumnrfam]

OK,,OK this may all sound just great,,,

But tell me your not worried about how messy it is going to be when you go to replace the butter cartridge,,;)



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[liquefied]

Yeah I read the same press release your friend read. The only problem I see is the wattage is so high on the microwave that you'll probably end up tripping the circuit breaker when you turn on the dishwasher at the same time.

[jaybird]

Well, if we are lucky, they will come out with some new firmware that will allow you to change the fuse to 60amps, so you can run the dishwasher, microwave, and toaster all at the same time.

[S.Horton]

Do they still plan to use Nikon batteries?

[speirs2]

Do they still plan to use Nikon batteries?

No, it's solar powered!

[jaybird]

Do they still plan to use Nikon batteries?


Of course! Only the best will be used in the new 5DMII

[Red Dot]

i also read that the dolby 7.1 sound system is quite accurate in reproducing the sound of a real shutter.
but my favorite feature is the heated grip, which warms your hands up when its cold.

[TheHoff]

which warms your hands up when its cold.

And that would be great except I read that the weather-sealing was removed because the microwave melted the transparent aluminum they used.

[wannabegood]

It's 90 and warming, I was hoping for freon cooled hand grip that doubled as sensor chip coolant for frosty images. Laser guidance system for focus maneuvers? Eye wash?

If we get one with robotic legs we could just send it out on the job by itself and collect at payday.

[clickcanon40]

Nikon batteries have been known to explode during the popping process, therefore they will supply the camera with a 20000 ft electric cord.

Speaking of Nikon, I heard that their normal owners manual will be thrown out starting in Aug. of this year, and be replaced with a book entitled "Nikon for Dummies". They found that this title was more suited for their general range of consumers. As one Nikon user reported, "It feels that Nikon is reaching out to more of its customers like me, I just wasent smart enough to get a Canon and I am glad that Nikon recognizes that some of us just dont get top of the line equipment."

[CoolToolGuy]

They also had some issues with the dual card slots and the GPS feature. Originally it was intended that the one slot was used exclusively for the satellite photos that automatically get downloaded to the camera over the wireless connection as you move around so you can always bring up a "skyshot" of where you are (so you don't get lost.) But then it went two-way, and all of the shots in the camera were getting uploaded to the DPREVIEW critique forum, including the camera owner's name, address, SSN, and complete account info for up to three credit cards. They're working on it as we speak. . .

Have Fun,

[S.Horton]

The new Oakley automatic UV filters will be nice to have.

The logo just rocks, too.

[clickcanon40]

oh ya, the progressive lenses! Those will be great! And I heard that Lowepro is making a new case just for it, they call it the "Happy bag 551 aw" Should sell for around $0.60. It will also sport a handy pouch for extra cornflakes.

[CoolToolGuy]

oh ya, the progressive lenses! Those will be great! And I heard that Lowepro is making a new case just for it, they call it the "Happy bag 551 aw" Should sell for around $0.60. It will also sport a handy pouch for extra cornflakes.

Any guesses what Crumpler will name theirs? :D

Have Fun,

[clickcanon40]

The "Mesha gesha 5"

[Red Dot]

I love the new 5D's "Silencer" which drastically reduces noise when shooting.

also the handy Pepper Spray function works just like the flash system, choose your focal range, power and direct where necessary. the PSTTL (Pepper Spray Through The Lens) is quite accurate but alot of users need to compensate becasue some cornflakes also tend to spill out.

and how could i forget, instead of putting a canon logo, there is now a "Starbucks" logo.

[S.Horton]

The constant live shooting function will be handy.

16.2 MP video will just blow away my HDTV.

Sadly, the downconverter will be expensive.

[JeffCanon]

heard from a friend that Oakley is buying Canon

[jerrybaxter]

heard from a friend that Microsoft is buying everybody

[jaybird]

but there is still no fury on the possibility of 5D replacement being announced. Things are seeming too quiet for the date to have any significance :(

[BugEyes]

That date was just a loose rumor without substance, I would be very surprised if there was a release on april 22.

[kevindar]

as I mentioned in another thread, I spoke with someone at canon service center who said there will be no new camera announced in the next two months.

[Jim G]

but there is still no fury on the possibility of 5D replacement being announced. Things are seeming too quiet for the date to have any significance :(

It may well have just been someone at Canon having a laugh at everyone on the internet who'll be hanging out on April 22nd waiting.. waiting.. waiting.. for something that never eventuates :p

[zeva]

lol hope for the fall round!

[WahooWolfe]

It may well have just been someone at Canon having a laugh at everyone on the internet who'll be hanging out on April 22nd waiting.. waiting.. waiting.. for something that never eventuates :p

True!

[JohnnyG]

as I mentioned in another thread, I spoke with someone at canon service center who said there will be no new camera announced in the next two months.
Would you expect him to tell the truth and possibly get fired? If they knew anything, they wouldn't tell you.

[Colorblinded]

as I mentioned in another thread, I spoke with someone at canon service center who said there will be no new camera announced in the next two months.
That's not really worth any more than the other rumors. You also said he'd been there 3 months, I doubt he's hearing all the news on the latest products. And just like the other rumors, he's another "trusted insider."

There's really no real way to know, but I sure wish it would come out soon even though we shouldn't expect that.

[kevindar]

3 years, not months. I admit he may just not know. I doubt he was lying.

[jasonleehl]

Maybe instead of April Fool Day, but rather April Fool Month for Canon?

[Colorblinded]

3 years, not months. I admit he may just not know. I doubt he was lying.I meant years but wrote months, sorry about that.

[Chris Dana]

Now what would be funny would be if Canon were to say on Friday that there was to be an announcement on the 22nd regarding the 5D successor...and then come out and say, "sorry, we don't know why you get all hyped up over rumors...there will be no 5D successor released at the moment, suckas."

[lbennett]

Is it still gonna have that artificial banana scent they apparently perfected through cloning actual real bananas??????

[thecackster]

wow i'm not sure i laughed at a thread like this in a while... haha

[OceanView]

One thing is for certain, this "April 22" rumor made many people wait and/or prevent them from jumping ship to Nikon.

[jaybird]

Well, I don't think that I would jump ship. I mean, the D300 is nice, but not that much nicer than the existing 5D. Then I would have to sell my lenses and flash. Too much hassle. I love Canon glass. Nikon has some great bodies, but realistically they just control aperture, shutter speed, and lift a mirror. I didn't forget ISO performance, but with the current 5D and the D300, you can make some serious prints.

I'm going to be a total goof and wait until D-day (April 22nd). I don't really think that anything will be announced. If nothing is, I will probably blow some cash on a 70-200 2.8 IS. Then I'll keep scrounging my shillings away until fall. Those b@astards better have something by then ;)

[Blue S2]

I won't be switching formats...but I was seriously considering adding a system.

This 22nd date has me totally reconsidering and waiting to see whats next from the 5D. Mine has been so fantastic...but digital medium format has really caught my attention too. Most notably the P25+ back.

However...a 5D taken to the next level would, in my mind, give that back a run for its money if the rumors are correct. And the fact that I could literally buy 8 or 9 5D combos for the cost of one digital back.

So for now...we wait!

[elysium]

(Possibility of being flamed)

Sod it, just buy a 5D if dont already own one and leave it as that. How long are people going to wait. As soon as I have enough money, im buying a 5D with or without the possibility of a newer model on its way.

How many topics are going to made about this based on hunches? If it is launched, so be it.

[Colorblinded]

If i were desperate for a new camera I'd agree with you elysium. Even if a new 5D hits it's going to cost considerably more I'm sure. I've got ~$3500 currently set aside specifically for a camera though, and the 5D doesn't offer me some of the upgrades I'm most interested in (14 bit color, improved dynamic range) so I'm holding off hoping a new one will come out with those improvements.

If you don't care so much about those or need a camera now, the current 5D is still a great camera.

(I'm also hoping the next 5D moves closer to feeling more like a 1 series, like what nikon did with the D300)

[clickcanon40]

Banana scent? Mango is the new generation. I heard today that it will have dual Picnic III image sensors. Dust is no longer an issue.. but ants are!

[CoolToolGuy]

I have it on very good authority that the delay is to allow Canon to surge to the front of the latest health kick - they are developing a built-in juice dispenser especially suited for Pomegranate-Blueberry juice.

Have Fun,

[S.Horton]

Did someone say it has voice recognition?

You say "Gee, I think my lens is soft"

And it says "No, stop shaking me"

[John_TX]

Since the 22nd will pass right on by, I've heard from multiple people at Canon that May 29th will be the big day.

[jaybird]

Since the 22nd will pass right on by, I've heard from multiple people at Canon that May 29th will be the big day.


Ahhh!!!! Don't say that!! It's bad enough that my wife was reading through a recent photo magazine that I bought and asked me: "Why are you waiting for that Canon camera when Nikon just put a new one out. The article says it's really good."

After she said that, I suddenly understood how my parents must have felt telling me that Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny were not real.

[AdamJL]

as I mentioned in another thread, I spoke with someone at canon service center who said there will be no new camera announced in the next two months.

I wouldn't take the word of anyone at a Service Centre. I'm sure they're nice people, but I doubt they'd know anything the public didn't on new cameras.

[jaybird]

And even if the April 22nd date was correct, the camera would be available for about the beginning of July (just in time for summer holidays). If there is an announcement on May 29th, it will likely be at the end of August. And if they release at the end of August, they may as well wait for Photokina

[John_TX]

And even if the April 22nd date was correct, the camera would be available for about the beginning of July (just in time for summer holidays). If there is an announcement on May 29th, it will likely be at the end of August. And if they release at the end of August, they may as well wait for Photokina

What better plan than to release in May, thus forcing Olympic shooters to go with 1Ds Mk III's/1D Mk III and have the 5D Mk II ready & on the shelves for Photokina.

The 5D Mk II is absolutely going to steal 1Ds sales, thus the reason why Canon has delayed it for so long (in hopes of at least recouping most of the R&D costs with the 1Ds).

Also, I think Canon is still testing the water with a xxD series full-frame camera.
Nikon is right around the corner from releasing a modern, sub $2000 full-frame prosumer camera.

It sure would be a shame Canon beat them to it & caught Nikon with their pants down! :lol:

[Red Dot]

Did someone say it has voice recognition?

You say "Gee, I think my lens is soft"

And it says "No, stop shaking me"

LOL!!!

[delthedog]

Just got done trading in my EOS3:cry:, and my dealer said "Canon is about to announce a substantial rebate on the 5D":D

[vpnd]

you people make me laugh...;):D

[Colorblinded]

Just got done trading in my EOS3:cry:, and my dealer said "Canon is about to announce a substantial rebate on the 5D":D
How much did they give you for that? I figure that after 9 years my EOS 3 isn't worth enough to even trade it in :lol:

[gdl357]

(Possibility of being flamed)

Sod it, just buy a 5D if dont already own one and leave it as that. How long are people going to wait. As soon as I have enough money, im buying a 5D with or without the possibility of a newer model on its way.

How many topics are going to made about this based on hunches? If it is launched, so be it.

You obviously come across your money too easy, therefore you have no value for it. Some people like ME are not willing to invest that much cash on an already ancient camera...I rather wait it out a few more months. This way I will be set for another 3 years. Where will your already outdated 5D be in 3 years? In the same box with old cell phones...

[MLphoto]

what shall be coming out on this day off teh gloryz

[Blue S2]

Actually in 3 years my 5D will be making images for my clients along side any other body im using. If it works now, it will provide the same results in 3 years!

I will probably carry it around as my body for 360-panoramas so I still have another camera "untethered" to shoot stills with.

[r1ch]

(Possibility of being flamed)

Sod it, just buy a 5D if dont already own one and leave it as that. How long are people going to wait. As soon as I have enough money, im buying a 5D with or without the possibility of a newer model on its way.

How many topics are going to made about this based on hunches? If it is launched, so be it.

Sorry, don't need the camera that bad. What I have works well for now. The 5d focus is too slow, the frame rate too slow, and wouldn't make sense, at least for me to purchase the 5d when the new model could be just around the corner or even a year away. My current camera has faster focus and frame rate, it is just not FF.

[neverdone]

Originally Posted by delthedog
Just got done trading in my EOS3, and my dealer said "Canon is about to announce a substantial rebate on the 5D"



My daughter just brought home a Spring 2008 copy of PhotoMedia Magazine. Samy's Camera has an ad that states " Purchase a Canon 40D, 5D Mark III or 1Ds Mark III and receive a $300 mail-in rebate on a Canon PIXMA Pro9000 printer or a $350 mail-in rebate on a Canon PIXMA Pro9500." Is that a misprint? Could they have meant 1D Mark III? The ad does show a photo of a 5D without any additional markings (Mark III).

[jaybird]

My guess would be a misprint. I don't see how Samy's Camera would know and print something long before Canon has put anything out in print.

As well, I can't see them putting out a MarkIII when we are desperately waiting for a MarkII

[Paparazzo]

I have it on very good authority that because of all the previously mentioned features, the camera will take perfect pictures every time.

Given this fact Canon have decided to do away with all modes except “A”. In fact there will be only two buttons on the new camera, one for Off and A and the other being the shutter for those who don’t want to use the voice activation shutter feature.

The lens will be new EF 5–5000mm L F0.5 USM IS, which will be permanently attached to the camera.

Advancements in miniaturization will also see the camera significantly reduced in size.

The official name for the camera will be the Canon Ixus 5DII.

[JohnnyG]

http://www.northlight-images.co.uk/cameras/Canon_5d2_3d_7d.html is saying there is an announcement of a Canon event on the 22nd! Expected video camera and compact cameras, but, who knows? This could be the result of the earlier rumor of an announcement on the 22nd.

[datadump]

git yer boots shined up, grab a stick o' juicy fruit.... april22 here we come L O L.

"canon announces 1d mark IIIn... and all 1d mark III owners free trade up"

MAHAHAHA riiiight

[neil_r]

So I guess I better get that 5D that is hanging around doing nothing onto eBay PDQ. (http://www.ambrosiabbs.com/5d_site/)

[wilsontay]

Latest 5D mark II "leak"

http://www.pbase.com/image/95761104 (http://www.pbase.com/image/95761104)


Canon 5D Mark II – available from June 2008

The EOS 5D Mark II with full-frame sensor with 16 megapixels. 6.5 frames per second and innovative DIGIC III processor. Small, inconspicuous, light and manageable but still robust, weather-sealed construction.

[John_TX]

Very nice! I think we'll know something by May.

[gpx4]

Looks authentic and real:)


Latest 5D mark II "leak"

http://www.pbase.com/image/95761104 (http://www.pbase.com/image/95761104)

[Mick Finn]

"Latest 5D mark II "leak"

http://www.pbase.com/image/95761104 (http://www.pbase.com/image/95761104)"


Fake... ;) Check here on the German site:

http://www.canon.de/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/Digital_SLR/index.asp

[gpx4]

Read for complete story

http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/readflat.asp?forum=1032&thread=27605964

"Latest 5D mark II "leak"

http://www.pbase.com/image/95761104 (http://www.pbase.com/image/95761104)"


Fake... ;) Check here on the German site:

http://www.canon.de/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/Digital_SLR/index.asp

[macroshooter1970]

patiently waiting for a new FF....soon she will be here :)

[BugEyes]

The German screenshot is fake alright.
The 22 press event is real, read the post from the mag editor myself. But he says clearly that he expects video cameras and maybe som compacts. Anyway Canon has something to show or say on that date.

[John_TX]

The German screenshot is fake alright.
The 22 press event is real, read the post from the mag editor myself. But he says clearly that he expects video cameras and maybe som compacts. Anyway Canon has something to show or say on that date.

Here's what doesn't make sense about a new camcorder releases:
Canon JUST released a couple new video cameras on April 10 and 3 new compact digital cameras on March 12!

http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedata/pressrelease/20080410_xlh1.html

http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedata/pressrelease/20080312_powershot.html

[altoz]

I have it on very good authority that because of all the previously mentioned features, the camera will take perfect pictures every time.

Given this fact Canon have decided to do away with all modes except “A”. In fact there will be only two buttons on the new camera, one for Off and A and the other being the shutter for those who don’t want to use the voice activation shutter feature.

The lens will be new EF 5–5000mm L F0.5 USM IS, which will be permanently attached to the camera.

Advancements in miniaturization will also see the camera significantly reduced in size.

The official name for the camera will be the Canon Ixus 5DII.

hahaha! i wonder how many years it would take to have a camera like that... 100 years? 300 years? i mean, at a certain point, you'll have enough memory to just take constant 40Mb pictures at 60 frames per second with varying F-stops. I'm sure if they can make lenses out of diamond or something, it would reduce the number of elements and thus make lenses smaller.

[jasonleehl]

The German screenshot is fake alright.
The 22 press event is real, read the post from the mag editor myself. But he says clearly that he expects video cameras and maybe som compacts. Anyway Canon has something to show or say on that date.

It'll be interesting. The german website didn't caught me much excited; and I'm more concerned with the specs & price of the new Mk-II if it does make an annoucement on 22nd Apr.

[S.Horton]

Bet? 20 years.

[clickcanon40]

It wont be called diamond though. They have to make it technical. It will probably be something like "Crystal Element Reduction Lenses" Do you have a Canon CER EF 50-800mm IS USM lens yet? haha, quite a mouthfull, but I guess it makes us sound smart!

[vgk1nka1dx]

i also read that the dolby 7.1 sound system is quite accurate in reproducing the sound of a real shutter.


Well, I heard that the SDDS (Sunny Delight Digital Sound) will be incoprorated into dolby 7.1 system to make the AF lens adjustments sound more life-like.

[jafrknb]

It wont be called diamond though. They have to make it technical. It will probably be something like "Crystal Element Reduction Lenses" Do you have a Canon CER EF 50-800mm IS USM lens yet? haha, quite a mouthfull, but I guess it makes us sound smart!

you forgot the L...

[DozerLYP]

is it out yet...:rolleyes:


I tough we could use an other thread about it. and please some one PM me when it's out...:lol:

[Jim G]

Yes - I have one and it's great! :lol::lol:

[gabrioladude]

I returned mine because of the annoying autofocus problem...

[davidinjp]

Mine had a sensor dust problem and underexposed and produced poor composition in all images. I traded it in for a 1D Mark IIIn.

[clickcanon40]

I put lens at the end, they wouldent repeat themselves!

Canon printers now support printing waffles!! Just heard that today, Made some this morning! They were great!

[Phil Light]

...Canon printers now support printing waffles!! Just heard that today, Made some this morning! They were great!

True, but where they "get you" is on the batter cartridges! I recommend refilling your own. Just make sure it's not too lumpy.

[DozerLYP]

and this fixed your composition issue?

[AdamJL]

just over 11 hours GMT left... cmmmoooon spinner!

[davidinjp]

and this fixed your composition issue?

No way, seems to be a problem in every camera model ever made. :oops:

[jaybird]

The date is getting close!!! Come on! Baby needs a new pair of shoes.

No whammy no whammy no whammy STOP!

[BugEyes]

The German screenshot is fake alright.
The 22 press event is real, read the post from the mag editor myself. But he says clearly that he expects video cameras and maybe som compacts. Anyway Canon has something to show or say on that date.

The press release arrived today and as expected was about camcorders, som new pro models from Canon.

[John_TX]

The press release arrived today and as expected was about camcorders, som new pro models from Canon.

Interesting, nothing on Canon USA yet.

http://www.usa.canon.com/opd/controller?act=OPDPressReleaseAct

[AdamJL]

The press release arrived today and as expected was about camcorders, som new pro models from Canon.

I am actually interested in getting a camcorder. Got a link?

[elysium]

So since this date seems to be "official" what time is this info going to be avail?

CET? GMT?

[BugEyes]

http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedata/pressrelease/20080410_xlh1.html

[m3rdpwr]

Maybe Canon will announce that they are announcing something later this year?!?!?!

-Me

[AdamJL]

http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedata/pressrelease/20080410_xlh1.html

That was for the 10th. Try again hombre!

[Jannie]

Maybe this is it, maybe technology has gone as far as it can go and future models are just the same old ones but come in different colors, blue, slate grey, safety orange for sports sideline shooting!

[MLphoto]

Sorry i havn't been following this thread, what asactlly are they releasing tomorrow?

[Jim G]

Sorry i havn't been following this thread, what asactlly are they releasing tomorrow?

The new 5D, of course ;)

[datadump]

maybe they'll tell us that theres a new f/w update for 1d mark 3

[silvex]

The press release arrived today and as expected was about camcorders, som new pro models from Canon.

And...WHERE is this PR ?

[CoolToolGuy]

Maybe Canon will announce that they are announcing something later this year?!?!?!

-Me

No, that's a Ni*on tactic - they may be briefly and slightly ahead with the D3/D300, but that's no reason for Canon to take up their sleazy marketing tricks! :D

Have Fun,

[Jim G]

No, that's a Ni*on tactic - they may be briefly and slightly ahead with the D3/D300, but that's no reason for Canon to take up their sleazy marketing tricks! :D

Have Fun,

It'd be more fun for them to sit back and laugh at all our silly rumours and ideas rather than give us something concrete to wait for...

[Yohan Pamudji]

Midnight tonight is when the embargo is lifted, right? :D

[VTSHEP1]

Sooo frustrating...I was just out with some photogs in manhattan last night. 2 of them had new D300's i was watching them handhold night shots of dark streets/steam vents and the like, they were laughing as they came out amazing....at ISO 3200, and 6400. Basically, i was not able to even shoot what they were shooting.

I hope your right that it is temporarily that Canon is behind...I've put a freeze on my glass buying just in case.

[elysium]

Not to be cynical about this but what are you guys going to do if it turns into another dud date?

[Blue S2]

It doesn't really matter if its a dud date or not. I'm curious how many people that even participate in these threads would drop down cash today if it was announced no questions asked.

When it comes out, it comes out, and who ever is ready and willing will buy one. The same as it has always been. People can still make images in the mean time no different than before.

People just need something to make dramatic and be excited for. Its funny to get up in these though. Cause the moment its released, the drama will pass on to what the next unreleased body or lens is. Otherwise, these wouldn't exist!

:D

[carrigman]

Sooo frustrating...I was just out with some photogs in manhattan last night. 2 of them had new D300's i was watching them handhold night shots of dark streets/steam vents and the like, they were laughing as they came out amazing....at ISO 3200, and 6400. Basically, i was not able to even shoot what they were shooting. I hope your right that it is temporarily that Canon is behind...I've put a freeze on my glass buying just in case.

If you've got a burning desire to shoot at ISO 3200 and above then I'm sure the limitations of the 5D must be really frustrating. Personally, as a landscape photographer (mainly) I normally shoot at ISO 100. Occasionally, for wildlife, I'll go as far as ISO 400. That's about it. I'll obviously be interested in what the new 5D has to offer but, like most photographers I suspect, higher ISO capability will not be a "must have".

[Yohan Pamudji]

It doesn't really matter if its a dud date or not. I'm curious how many people that even participate in these threads would drop down cash today if it was announced no questions asked.

When it comes out, it comes out, and who ever is ready and willing will buy one. The same as it has always been. People can still make images in the mean time no different than before.

People just need something to make dramatic and be excited for. Its funny to get up in these though. Cause the moment its released, the drama will pass on to what the next unreleased body or lens is. Otherwise, these wouldn't exist!

:D

Some of us really enjoy anticipating the next big thing, me included. But it's definitely the case that not everybody salivating for the 5DII would buy one immediately. If it came out now I'd want to wait a few months for all the early adopters to finish paying Canon for the privilege of beta testing their new camera for them :) I can say that for me personally, I had money set aside at the beginning of the year for a 5DII just in case it came out, but I've since upgraded my computer and picked up some glass instead, so who knows if it's even in the cards anymore for me to buy one this year even if it comes out. But if the rumored specs are true, I'd reshuffle my camera lineup in a heartbeat--do some selling, etc.--to pick up a couple of them.

[VTSHEP1]

Not to be cynical about this but what are you guys going to do if it turns into another dud date?

Depending on the specs of the 5D, if it is close to what is rumored, i would drop the cash immediately, its already in a MM account! If this is a dud date which i think it will be (tomorrow), i dont know, can i go all summer and on vacations, around town...shooting multiple times a week with a camera i have outgrown? The D3 is really tempting... Basically, i am on the fence as to what to do...rent cameras for vacations? Hold out? Go for Noink?

Dont get me wrong, my 20D works fine, i love it, its just time for me to move on.

[VTSHEP1]

If you've got a burning desire to shoot at ISO 3200 and above then I'm sure the limitations of the 5D must be really frustrating. Personally, as a landscape photographer (mainly) I normally shoot at ISO 100. Occasionally, for wildlife, I'll go as far as ISO 400. That's about it. I'll obviously be interested in what the new 5D has to offer but, like most photographers I suspect, higher ISO capability will not be a "must have".

Good point for landscape photogs. I think some news photographers would make use of higher ISO.

I myself havent really sold much work, definitely havent marketed it, and not sure if i ever will. I like to keep my hobby and job separate. Otherwise i would be shooting what sells and not what i want to. If it was my job I would have justified the 1DsIII by now, as it is not, my price limit is just a hare below the D3.

I bet one day some years down the road, HDR will be pointless as cameras will capture all the dynamic range desired...same with ISO as they will be able to capture low amounts of light...things will be captured in 3D...with smell...etc, etc...until then...lol

[AdamJL]

Not to be cynical about this but what are you guys going to do if it turns into another dud date?

I'd sit in the corner and cry my heart out

[MLphoto]

The new 5D, of course ;)

I hope :)


if they do, what will the price be around?

[CoolToolGuy]

Its funny to get up in these though. Cause the moment its released, the drama will pass on to what the next unreleased body or lens is. Otherwise, these wouldn't exist!


True, but not quite that fast.

First we have to go through the "I waited all this time for THIS?" phase where some folks have convinced themselves that Canon wouldn't dare upgrade the camera unless it included the sacred items on their wish list.
Then we must travel through the "5D MKII is back-focusing" phase, especially after the focusing mishaps that befell the 1D MK III.There may also be new phases of sour grapes relating to some new idea or phenomenon. Then, and only then, can we cross the threshold into speculating on the Next new toy. :D:rolleyes::lol:

Have Fun,

[John_TX]

I bet one day some years down the road, HDR will be pointless as cameras will capture all the dynamic range desired...same with ISO as they will be able to capture low amounts of light...things will be captured in 3D...with smell...etc, etc...until then...lol

So does this mean I'll be required to shower before each shoot so that my pictures won't stink??? :lol:

[John_TX]

True, but not quite that fast.
First we have to go through the "I waited all this time for THIS?" phase where some folks have convinced themselves that Canon wouldn't dare upgrade the camera unless it included the sacred items on their wish list.
Then we must travel through the "5D MKII is back-focusing" phase, especially after the focusing mishaps that befell the 1D MK III.There may also be new phases of sour grapes relating to some new idea or phenomenon. Then, and only then, can we cross the threshold into speculating on the Next new toy. :D:rolleyes::lol:

Have Fun,

It was funny watching all the new specumabation that started back up after the XSi started hitting the shelves. Interestingly, people are now chomping at the bit for a 50D of all things...since the XSi bests the 40D in MP...unorthodox to say the least!

[wilsontay]

The guy who posted the screenshot of the German Canon Website was forced to delete it, read here
http://www.pbase.com/johannes_hoffmann/image/95921772/original

[m3rdpwr]

The guy who posted the screenshot of the German Canon Website was forced to delete it, read here
http://www.pbase.com/johannes_hoffmann/image/95921772/original

Or it could be a well thought out cruel joke of him taking it down!

-Me :)

[nicksan]

Well, what kind of camera and lens were you armed with? :confused:

I don't see the D300 doing anything that the 5D can't...unless you were losing in the lens battle...

Sooo frustrating...I was just out with some photogs in manhattan last night. 2 of them had new D300's i was watching them handhold night shots of dark streets/steam vents and the like, they were laughing as they came out amazing....at ISO 3200, and 6400. Basically, i was not able to even shoot what they were shooting.

I hope your right that it is temporarily that Canon is behind...I've put a freeze on my glass buying just in case.

[Ocean Blue]

Well, what kind of camera and lens were you armed with? :confused:

I don't see the D300 doing anything that the 5D can't...unless you were losing in the lens battle...

Agree - why not use a 5D at 3200? clean files without the detail loss and pre-nr, much cleaner output than a d300 on the digital outback photo comparison. Of course we don't know what you were shooting, but the crop Sony sensor on a d300 is not something to feel that Canon is behind on - D3 AF and other feautures on a $1799 body - that's seems more the d300 allure.

[JAcosta]

5Dn Announced! Right on Canon's site:

http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedat...0410_xlh1.html (http://youtube.com/watch?v=eBGIQ7ZuuiU)

16.7MP, Lens micro adjustment, and weather sealing! WOW!

[MLphoto]

5Dn Announced! Right on Canon's site:

http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedat...0410_xlh1.html (http://youtube.com/watch?v=eBGIQ7ZuuiU)

16.7MP, Lens micro adjustment, and weather sealing! WOW!

YOU BASTERD, you got me ;) :lol::lol::lol:


but seriously.... IF THE NEW 5D comes out, what will the price be around?

[John_TX]

YOU BASTERD, you got me ;) :lol::lol::lol:


but seriously.... IF THE NEW 5D comes out, what will the price be around?

$75 dollars.

[bmwm3csl]

Plus tax and shipping of course...:lol:

[daikatana]

lol, hilarious

[Colorblinded]

but seriously.... IF THE NEW 5D comes out, what will the price be around?
between $1 and $1000000

[BEEEsH]

Lol @ people waiting for the 5d Replacement.

There will be an announcement at photokina, and it'll be in your hands in January 09'

[MLphoto]

Lol @ people waiting for the 5d Replacement.

There will be an announcement at photokina, and it'll be in your hands in January 09'

Screw that then!! 50D is coming out Febuary 09, im waiting for that!

[QX56]

Nothing happen then ?

[John_TX]

Screw that then!! 50D is coming out Febuary 09, im waiting for that!

Screw that, I'm waiting for the 50Ds which is coming out August 09!

[BugEyes]

That was for the 10th. Try again hombre!The 10th was for the US, 21st for EU, I linked to the US site so that you could read it, heres the swedish press release from yesterday...

http://www.newsdesk.se/pressroom/canon/pressrelease/view/canon-xl-h1s-och-xl-h1a-professionella-hd-videokameror-byggda-efter-feedback-fraan-anvaendarna-209740

[DozerLYP]

maybe the problem is between the camera and the landscape behind you...;)

[Tom W]

Yawn!......
Looks like nothing happened.
I wonder when the price on the D3 will start to drop.....

[Ocean Blue]

Yawn!......
Looks like nothing happened.
I wonder when the price on the D3 will start to drop.....

Tom - they must have seen my post saying that new 5D should be like a digital 1V (smaller body but top button layout of the 1 series, 1 Series AF, etc. - all the 1 series features sans sensor in a smaller body at a lesser price ala Nikon's lead with the D300) and said "oh crap - we missed it lads". Yes... that must be what happened. ;)

Theodore

[daikatana]

I know for a fact the reason why Canon hasn't released it yet is because they sent it to Ken Rockwell first and he himself gave the new camera a Canon sticker. Back to the drawing board they all said.

[davidinjp]

more often off to the right... or the left... or a little bit down... I should mention this problem also existed with film cameras I used in the 80's and 90's.

Denial is bliss.

[tangcla]

They're also releasing a 10-300mm f/2.8L IS lens as well, I heard, which weighs 600g and is available for only via mail-in rebate with grey import stock. It can do macro and tilt-shift.
Can anyone confirm this?

[Jim G]

They're also releasing a 10-300mm f/2.8L IS lens as well, I heard, which weighs 600g and is available for only via mail-in rebate with grey import stock. It can do macro and tilt-shift.
Can anyone confirm this?

Well I haven't seen it myself but my uncle's brother's friend said he has one and it's great!

[elysium]

Yawn!......
Looks like nothing happened.
I wonder when the price on the D3 will start to drop.....Sadly, this will not stop people creating 30 topics a day on the release of the 5D mkII...

[John_TX]

Oh my gosh, nothing happened today! We better start an April 24th release thread. I'm sure we can have 100 posts in there by this evening! :lol:

[CoolToolGuy]

Well I haven't seen it myself but my uncle's brother's friend said he has one and it's great!

All tests have been positive except for the new feature. Canon has developed a radio-controlled helicopter support system so you no longer need a tripod/monopod. They are getting the signals mixed with the new wireless transfer device, and instead of writing the file to your laptop or other receiver the helicopter is homing in on it and attempting to protect it from intruders.

Just details, really. :-)

Have Fun,

[rodolfocorona]

of which year we are speaking????

[silvex]

Ok...send everybody to 5D rehab to cope with it...:)

[MLphoto]

nothing, nooooo!

[Jim G]

nothing, nooooo!

You mean you missed the announcement?

[John_TX]

Trees? WTF Canon!

http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedata/pressrelease/20080422_canon_forest.html

[inthedeck]

Bummer...hehe. Oh well. At least I can rest in peace now...and order a Kit for the wife's b'day. Maybe sell the lens (dunno if we 'need' it), and go along my merry way.

[MLphoto]

You mean you missed the announcement?

yeah, but looks canon forces joined up with PETA to make the world a better place......

[IB///M]

Trees? WTF Canon!

http://www.usa.canon.com/templatedata/pressrelease/20080422_canon_forest.html

this is excellent, now we will have something to shoot with our new 5D II 10 years from now. it's better be good, and i mean the trees!

[nkphoto]

D3 is looking better and better.

[elysium]

Hope this is a wake up call for all the people who believed in the launch of a new camera today and went on a whim. If you are really towards something with the features of a 5D, go buy a 5D!

Half of you people are being far too optimistic. If Canon release a new camera two months after you buy yours, so what.

Will it kill you? NO
Will you still be able to take photos?YES