[***UPDATE***]New Mark II 'L' Lens from canon/Starbucks

[Belmondo]

A stunning new development in the Canon lens lineup....


....a new L (as in latte) lens from Canon, developed jointly with Starbucks Coffee. It is reported to be very good for mug shots.

http://www.pbase.com/image/122690237/original.jpg

[Avalonthas]

hahahahahahahaha aha aha ha aha ahahahaha aha ha ah aha ah aha ahah a

[CoolToolGuy]

Very nice, but not quite my cup of tea... :rolleyes: (ba-da-boomp-shish)

Have Fun,

[Bruce Watson]

Is that the DC version (decaf) or regular version of the lens?

You get more image shake from the caffeine effect...............

[Belmondo]

If you fill it with espresso (and then drink it), it becomes a zooooooom lens.

[CoolToolGuy]

If you fill it with espresso (and then drink it), it becomes a zooooooom lens.

You mean zoom to the room with the most porcelin? :lol: :lol: :lol:

Have Fun,

[PhotosGuy]

...very good for mug shots. :D:D:D

[CoolToolGuy]

You know, this could be a new market for Canon - Dentists! Get images while the patient has a relaxing cup 'a Joe. :lol: :lol: :lol:

Have Fun,

[Citizensmith]

What focal length is that? And how long does it keep your drink warm?

[Belmondo]

What focal length is that?
It's a 470 ml (16 oz.)

And how long does it keep your drink warm?
Just long enough.

[Duder]

do you get it free when you order a coffee or what?

[jbradc]

Let me guess, the camera's OS is written in JAVA

[CyberDyneSystems]

That's freaking hilarious! :lol: :lol: The rubber grip really looks like a focus /zoom ring!

[Tom W]

A stunning new development in the Canon lens lineup....


....a new L (as in latte) lens from Canon, developed jointly with Starbucks Coffee. It is reported to be very good for mug shots.



LOL! Your cup runneth over with humor. :) :D

You're going to punish me until I break down and buy that zoom, aren't you?

[Mogwyth]

Personally I prefer the Sigma version from Macdonalds, it's not quite as sweet but it's only half the price.:lol::lol:

[pcasciola]

It's a 470 ml (16 oz.)

Would that make it a 752ml (26 oz) on my 20D?

Oh wait, that's right, It only appears like more coffee. I would actually only get 12 oz of coffee and the rest would spill off to the sides. :D

[CoolToolGuy]

Would that make it a 752ml (26 oz) on my 20D?

Oh wait, that's right, It only appears like more coffee. I would actually only get 12 oz of coffee and the rest would spill off to the sides. :D

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[Bruce Hamilton]

I think I see dusk specks behind the front element... Oop, sorry... It's sugar. :lol:

[metsuyan]

Ok...

I'm new at this dslr stuff.
That lense looks really cool.

First of all... How fast is it?

and second...

it looks a little bulky...is it available in DO yet?

:) :D ;)

[Belmondo]

Ok...

I'm new at this dslr stuff.
That lense looks really cool.

First of all... How fast is it?
:) :D ;)

How fast can you pour? With the top off, it is very fast.

and second...

it looks a little bulky...is it available in DO yet?
Yes. That stands for Demitasse Optics, and it is considerably smaller.

It should also be noted that filters for this lens are available from Molita and Mr. Coffee.

[Bruce Hamilton]

I think a 2x TC would have enough space to hold a can of Sterno.

[Tom W]

How fast can you pour? With the top off, it is very fast.


Yes. That stands for Demitasse Optics, and it is considerably smaller.

It should also be noted that filters for this lens are available from Molita and Mr. Coffee.

That should make setting white balance a breeze.

[Arsonist lolol]

Hahahaha you guys are great.

[down_shift13]

where can i get one? are they strictly sold in starbucks? can i get one from ebay or bhphoto? :D :D :D

[IanD]

Me thinks that the weather was really bad out in the desert today and maybe someone got into Dollie's catnip:):):):):):):):)

[Belmondo]

Me thinks that the weather was really bad out in the desert today and maybe someone got into Dollie's catnip:):):):):):):):)

Yup.

It's been a real slow day out here. :lol:

[froman98]

You guys crack me up.

[Scottes]

Crap. I'm gone for 12 hours visiting an old friend and I missed this. I had several great punch lines, but I was beaten to them all.

It's not fair. :-(

[Belmondo]

Crap. I'm gone for 12 hours visiting an old friend and I missed this. I had several great punch lines, but I was beaten to them all.

It's not fair. :-(

I know you better than that, Scott. You're just not trying. :confused: :lol:

[wolf]

I bet the bokeh smells awesome, especially in the morning. http://photography-on-the.net/forum/images/icons/icon7.gif

[IainB]

First of all... How fast is it?


expresso.......

[Scottes]

I know you better than that, Scott. You're just not trying. :confused: :lol:
Yeah, you're probably right. It was a long day. I'll try again in the morning, when I have a cup of Starbucks in me.

I'll think of something witty, I'm sure. 12:49 AM is about 3 hours past my bedtime, and the brain is weak [more than usual].

[CyberDyneSystems]

I bet the bokeh smells awesome, especially in the morning. http://photography-on-the.net/forum/images/icons/icon7.gif

Bokeh?

I hear it's Creamy

[CyberDyneSystems]

I think a 2x TC would have enough space to hold a can of Sterno.

My god,. it's sooo true!

[johnnybfan]

All those comedians out of work and you'll do this?? I guess this is the main type of information I'm looking for when I visit these forums. Seriously, (not) this is great. Are these lens french (roast) ?

[CyberDyneSystems]

Tom,

Do you use Expo disk for white balance,. or a Coffee filter?

[Belmondo]

Tom,

Do you use Expo disk for white balance,. or a Coffee filter?

#4 Molita. When possible, I hold it on with a blue rubber band.....very hard to find, thougl.

[IanD]

Yeah, you're probably right. It was a long day. I'll try again in the morning, when I have a cup of Starbucks in me.

I'll think of something witty, I'm sure. 12:49 AM is about 3 hours past my bedtime, and the brain is weak [more than usual].
Starbucks? Starbucks? You mean Timmy's don't cha?:)

[blinking8s]

haha...i have the mug and never thought about it like that...wow

[Tom W]

#4 Molita. When possible, I hold it on with a blue rubber band.....very hard to find, thougl.

A little secret about blue rubber bands - they are usually found in the fresh vegetable section of the grocery - wrapped around broccoli or celery. Or, in my case, wrapped around my old Rollei flash to keep the battery cover intact.

But don't tell anybody....

[Tom W]

We don't even have a Starbuck's here - but we have a Waffle House on every corner.

[CoolToolGuy]

We don't even have a Starbuck's here - but we have a Waffle House on every corner.

So for you, the bokeh is syrupy instead of creamy? :lol: :lol: :lol:

Have Fun,

[Scottes]

Starbucks? Starbucks? You mean Timmy's don't cha?:)
The Timmy's is LONG gone my friend. Heck, it was only a 3-pound can.

[Tom W]

So for you, the bokeh is syrupy instead of creamy? :lol: :lol: :lol:

Have Fun,

Actually, kind of greasy and sometimes cold.

[PacAce]

:confused: :( :confused: :( :confused:
<<...I've been trying to come up with a funny post since yesterday but still can't... :rolleyes: So, I'll just sit here enjoying my Tim Horton coffee (wife brought it back from Canada) and reading everybody else's entertaining posts. :lol: >>

[thomascanty]

Shouldn't the handle be on the top? That would make it easier to carry while attached to the camera... :lol:

[Citizensmith]

I think this lens is just another example of where Canon is leagues ahead of Nikon.

[Belmondo]

I think this lens is just another example of where Canon is leagues ahead of Nikon.

And if Nikon made this lens, they would be leaks ahead of Canon.

BTW, I should have pointed out that this is the first L lens that's guranateed dishwasher safe.

[johneo]

Would that be the "regular" color and does it also come in "black"

[Cadwell]

Is there a Tea-mount version available for us Brits?

[Belmondo]

Would that be the "regular" color and does it also come in "black"
I also own the identical lens in stainless. The white one is definitely 'cooler.' (Unfortunately, I had to add the red ring.)

Is there a Tea-mount version available for us Brits?
That is very funny. :lol: Maybe you've hit on an idea for an aftermarket item....Tea Cozies for Canon Lenses.

[pcasciola]

I have to ask, is the red ring real? Because if it is, it may be time for a little L intervention, and get you into a program for recovering l-coholics.

[Belmondo]

I have to ask, is the red ring real? Because if it is, it may be time for a little L intervention, and get you into a program for recovering l-coholics.

No, I'm afraid the red ring is a little Photoshop deception. Actually, it's actually white. I also have the stainless steel version of the same mug, and it has a yellow ring.

[C.S.I.]

LOL......very creative

[CoolToolGuy]

BTW, I should have pointed out that this is the first L lens that's guranateed dishwasher safe.

Geez, first the 'L' glass got weather sealing, now dishwasher safe. What's next - spotless rinsing? :lol: :lol: :lol:

Have Fun,

P.S. Seriously, if we could have these made - off-white, red ring, Canon cap, as our next venture into 'POTN Gear' I would pony up for two or three of them - two for the car and one for my office. Think about it...

[Tom W]

I also have the stainless steel version of the same mug, and it has a yellow ring.

You Rebel, you! ;)

[FlyingPete]

Would that make it a 752ml (26 oz) on my 20D?

Oh wait, that's right, It only appears like more coffee. I would actually only get 12 oz of coffee and the rest would spill off to the sides. :D

Its a cropping factor, you don't get to drink the whole cup :D

[Bruce Hamilton]

What's next - spotless rinsing? :lol: :lol: :lol:

Absolutely! It even comes with a small bottle of Jet-Dry. Just have to be ultra cautious, the combination of Jet-Dry and java give off toxic fumes, that when inhaled, cause Earthlink advertising devices to begin circling your head.

:lol: :lol: :lol:

[RJSorensen]

Cute . . . very cute!

[Snorky47]

That may be the only "L" I can afford.

[charlesu]

Too funny!!!

[Tom W]

That may be the only "L" I can afford.

Have you seen Starbuck's prices? A 60 cent cup of coffee for, what, $3-4?

[roanjohn]

You guys are TOO MUCH!!!

Seriously funny stuff!!!

Ro1

[ilya]

To think I almost missed this one.

Tom, good stuff.

Does this come with a quick release, and do you prefer to use your monopod with this monstrosity, or are you hanging it onto the big iron (you got the sidekick recently didntya?)

[bitbytes9]

wooooo :D

[CoolToolGuy]

Well it took a visit to two Starbucks, but I got half of the 'Canon/Starbucks Lens Kit'. Now a trip to Office Depot for a red Sharpie, and I'll be ready to complete final assembly...:o :)

Tom, thanks for the great idea!

Have Fun,

[lkorell]

Can't wait for the new VL version (Venti Latte).

[Mogwyth]

Well it took a visit to two Starbucks, but I got half of the 'Canon/Starbucks Lens Kit'. Now a trip to Office Depot for a red Sharpie, and I'll be ready to complete final assembly...:o :)

Tom, thanks for the great idea!

Have Fun,

What's a red sharpie?:confused::confused::confused::confused:

[Ballen Photo]

Tsk, tsk! Such silliness! Where's the Auto Mochas button? :lol:
-Bruce

[Tom W]

What's a red sharpie?:confused::confused::confused::confused:

Here:

http://www.sharpie.com/sanford/consumer/sharpie/productcatalog/tipfamilydetail.jhtml;jsessionid=N3HBLE5DUE4ZACQHU BSCGWQKA4QHQIY4?attributeId=SNATT40201&currentType=SNTYPE004

[jfred]

is there an IS version on the radar screen?

and the "extra shot" option ;) would be worth real money to me :)

Love the pic :-)

[Belmondo]

Of course you guys are all exceptionally silly. :lol:

[Jay J]

Very, funny, thanks for sharing.

Jay J

[CoolToolGuy]

is there an IS version on the radar screen?

and the "extra shot" option ;) would be worth real money to me :)

Love the pic :)

There has been an evolution, and it looks like 'anything' is possible - While in the office supply store I got a pack of clear address labels which, with a little photoshop, will allow the addition of the control switches for any 'L' lens to this new hardware platform. Initial development will be done with configurations that are immediately available to me (70-200 f4L and 400 f5.6L). As soon as an IS model becomes available I will be able to mock up a prototype of it.

Have Fun,

[Belmondo]

CoolToolGuy...
We expect to see the finished product, switches and all.

[Belmondo]

Okay, CoolToolGuy sent me photos of his lens. You will notice that his is the Mk II version of the Starbucks Lens. The differences are obvious compared to my very crude device as depicted in the beginning of this thread.

http://www.onlinephotographers.com/gallery/albums/Hot-August-Nights/CTG_s_Starbucks_Mug.jpg


Here's the obvious difference......
http://www.onlinephotographers.com/gallery/albums/Hot-August-Nights/switch_400_label_auto_white.thumb.jpg

[Belmondo]

And here are some comments from CoolToolGuy on how the Mk II was improved over the original release.

Tom,

Here you go. As I said, I did the photo of the switches quickly, so please excuse the quality. I may hack at it some more.
The stripe looks better with extra 'coats' of Sharpie. So far I've given it 2.
If you want to print the switch plate on the labels, look for Avery #8660 or equivalent. The switch plate image is sized for it. I got them at Staples in a Trial size pack (10 sheets), which is cheaper than the normal size.

[CoolToolGuy]

And here are some comments from CoolToolGuy on how the Mk II was improved over the original release.

The next update: I wanted to use it in the car today, so last night I decided to wash the mug. I was not worried about the labels as they are plastic. But I had my brain disconnected about using an inkjet printer - the label was in fine condition, just blank. DOH! :o I'll have to print off another one. I want to hack at it some more, and find a laser printer for a more permanent solution.

Usage Review: All in all, as a commuter mug this is best described using the immortal word of CDS - 'poop'. The diameter of the bottom section is just about too large for the cupholder in my Montana. I made it fit, but its a tight squeeze. It drips from the drink hole if you're not careful, and its not dishwasher safe. The Starbucks retail is over $20, but they had it 'marked down' to $9.99. However, considering that I now have an 'L' mug (and you can, too with a Sharpie), I'll keep it.

Have Fun,

[lkorell]

The best part is for diffusion, you don't need a filter....just whipped cream!

[Longwatcher]

Just a quick comment on photo manipulation.

I highly recommend taking the picture of the original lens (that which will be used for the label) from the same position as the final shot will be taken. The reason is so the shadows all go in the same direction giving it a better 3D effect, it will make it harder to catch the manipulation.

Yes, I know this is just a for the fun of it, but you should always spend more effort on those so they can be appreciated more. Shadows are the first indicator I would look for as an imagery analyst. For trivia, scale is usually the second indicator that people mess up on, then blending two images.

Just trying to be helpful.

[CoolToolGuy]

Just a quick comment on photo manipulation.

I highly recommend taking the picture of the original lens (that which will be used for the label) from the same position as the final shot will be taken. The reason is so the shadows all go in the same direction giving it a better 3D effect, it will make it harder to catch the manipulation.

Yes, I know this is just a for the fun of it, but you should always spend more effort on those so they can be appreciated more. Shadows are the first indicator I would look for as an imagery analyst. For trivia, scale is usually the second indicator that people mess up on, then blending two images.

Just trying to be helpful.

Thanks - originally I had the lens set up with a lamp on either side, shining on each side of the barrel. That yielded two reflective points that were virtually impossible to remove - I could move them, but they were always there. Then I turned the lens 90 degrees, with one lamp at the objective end and one at the mount end. The washouts disappeared, and SNAP.
I really just wanted to see if I could get close with the 'clear' address labels, and if I could get it to work with the labels - margins & such, is the label really as clear on plastic as it is on paper, etc. I had to be a guest (read: pay the check) at my daughter's 18th birthday party and I only had a short time. I noticed the shadows, but I don't have a light tent or enough lights to make them go away. I also want to do a better color match or make the color from the 'real' L go away in the image to let the color of the mug come through the label. I used my 100 f2 with an extension tube, and I want to increase the DOF to get the whole curved switch plate in focus.

Thanks for the tips.

Have Fun,

[thomascanty]

Ok, now I really want one! And I don't even drink coffee!

[SnJPhoto]

Thanks for the tip on these. I was headed out to Joshua Tree for a day trip and happened to see them marked down at the Starbucks in Yucca Valley. Only problem I had was a poor fit on the cap which resulted in several images leaking out and onto the floor boards of my car..... Who would have figured the images were actually stored in the lens and not the camera....

Scott

[Longwatcher]

Thanks - originally I had the lens set up with a lamp on either side, shining on each side of the barrel. That yielded two reflective points that were virtually impossible to remove - I could move them, but they were always there. Then I turned the lens 90 degrees, with one lamp at the objective end and one at the mount end. The washouts disappeared, and SNAP.
I really just wanted to see if I could get close with the 'clear' address labels, and if I could get it to work with the labels - margins & such, is the label really as clear on plastic as it is on paper, etc. I had to be a guest (read: pay the check) at my daughter's 18th birthday party and I only had a short time. I noticed the shadows, but I don't have a light tent or enough lights to make them go away. I also want to do a better color match or make the color from the 'real' L go away in the image to let the color of the mug come through the label. I used my 100 f2 with an extension tube, and I want to increase the DOF to get the whole curved switch plate in focus.

Thanks for the tips.

Have Fun,

You don't actually want the shadows to go away, that may make it look as unrealistic as shadows going in wrong direction.

What I would do if I had the mug is;
use an on camera external flash (in my case a 550EX) and set the camera in a fixed position (in Manual mode), then take a picture of the Lens, print the label, affix and take a picture of the mug in the same position as the lens was, without moving the camera (or better yet keeping the camera in the same relationship to the label). That way the shadows should look the same.
Matching the color that would be a bit trickier and would take some trial and error (or a touch of PS)

My problem is lack of the mug.

[CoolToolGuy]

My problem is lack of the mug.

Get to a Starbucks that has some room to sell this sort of thing. I tried to find them on the Starbucks Web site but they don't have any 'gear' there.

Have Fun,

[CoolToolGuy]

Geez, I just thought of a way that I can get the exact look I want without worrying about photographing, labels, shadows, and such. I'll get in touch with this guy:

http://home.fuse.net/pets/EOS/70-200/70-200.htm

Maybe I can talk him out of his switch plate while he has it disassembled and glue it onto the mug! :lol: :lol:

Have Fun,

[johnnybfan]

I had someone wonder what the Canon/Starbucks L (Latte) lens was. Here it is!

[mrclark321]

I bet I can afford that one.....

[Vetteography]

Let me guess, the camera's OS is written in JAVA


BOOOO! HISSSSssssss... (Love it!)

[rdenney]

Sigh.

With what I have spent at Starbucks, I could probably afford a 1DsII.

Rick "who was addicted to Starbucks by his wife, the enabler (and fellow addict)" Denney