Canon has released firmware version 1.0.5 for the EOS 7D Mark II. This update fixes a couple of bugs and claims to improve AF accuracy when the camera is used with the EF 16-35MM F2.8L USM or EF-S 17-55mm F2.8 IS USM lens. Read more
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Canon is clearly in a forward-looking frame of mind: announcing more development projects that it has under way. These include a 120MP DSLR and a Cinema EOS camera that can shoot 8K video. Although it adds caveats that specifications can change, the press release suggest both projects are planned for commercial, rather than research purposes. Read more
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If you thought the pixel race was something that ended a few years ago think again. Canon has announced that its R&D team has developed a CMOS sensor of a similar size to that used in the EOS 1D Mark IV which houses 250 megapixels. Read more
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Canon recently announced an update to the wildly popular 35mm F1.4L lens, originally released in 1998 and undoubtedly designed back in the day for film. The original was always a favorite of our technical editor Rishi Sanyal, so join him as he takes a stroll down memory lane and recounts his favorite aspects of that lens, and what he looks forward to in the update. Read more
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Canon has announced US availability for its EOS M3 mirrorless camera, which was launched in February for European and Asian markets. Set to be available in October, the EOS M3 includes a 24.2MP APS-C sensor, Hybrid CMOS AF III AF system, 3″ tilting touchscreen LCD and Wi-Fi with NFC. Read more
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Canon has announced the EF 35mm F1.4L II USM, the second generation of its popular wide-angle prime. It uses newly designed Blue Spectrum Refractive Optics, which claim to reduce chromatic aberration better than any other existing technology. Read more
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Which is better? Canon or Nikon?
It feels like this debate’s been going on longer than the “chicken vs. the egg” one.
So we’re gonna help you decide–once and for all!–whether you belong on “Team Canon” or “Team Nikon.” (Spoiler alert: they’re both great so you’ll be a winner either way.)
Read a little about each camp and what makes them special. A decision won’t be far behind!
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Canon has taken the main DSLR awards for the best products of the year as voted by the prestigious European Imaging and Sound Association. The EOS 7D Mark ll won ‘European Prosumer DSLR Camera’ while the EOS 5DS/5DS R won the award for ‘European Professional DSLR Camera’. Read more
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In November of 2014, Canon introduced us to its newest member of their low-cost prime lens family, the EF-S 24mm f/2.8 STM pancake lens. Canon gave us the 40mm version in 2012, and hoped to up the stakes by adding a wide-angle version this past year.
Sitting at the extreme end of what can be considered wide-angle, the EF-S 24mm (full-frame equivalent of 38mm on an APS-C sensor) does so in the form of a small, light, and inexpensive prime lens that is easily accessible to all Canon enthusiasts.
The first features that will strike you about the 24mm are its inconspicuous qualities; the lens is incredibly thin at only 2.75 inches, and weighing under five ounces. Street shooters wanting a wider angle of view will be pleased at how reserved the profile of this glass is, as it makes even a large camera body appear smaller, and less noticeable.
In addition to being visually unobtrusive, the STM (stepping motor) feature of this lens allows for faster, and much quieter autofocusing, compared to the USM (ultrasonic) motor system used on many other lenses. Manual focus is available in full, and Canon maintains this lens is capable of a minimum focusing distance of six inches.
Aperture f/4.0, Shutter speed 1/800, ISO 200
For filter users, the lens uses a standard 52mm fitting, and will accept all filters of that size. Also keep in mind that as this lens is part of Canon’s EF-S line, it cannot be used on full-frame systems, such as the Canon 6D, and will only fit APS-C (crop sensor) cameras.
Aperture f/4.5, Shutter speed 1/400, ISO 250
As far as my personal experiences with the lens, they were generally very positive, despite my preconceived worries about image quality that were bolstered by rather mixed pre-release reviews. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the 24mm pancake performed admirably well in this area, giving me very sharp and accurate photos throughout the full range of aperture stops.
Aperture f/8, Shutter speed 1/640, ISO 250
The shot above showcases the clarity of the 24mm pancake. The beachgoers far to the back of the frame are sharp, details are well-defined, and I was still able to create a soft blur on the sand directly in front of the camera.
Aperture f/3.2, Shutter speed 1/2000, ISO 200
The image above highlights how well the 24mm pancake handles blurring and bokeh at wider apertures, especially for a wide-angle lens. I usually take this shot with my 50mm f/1.8, but I wanted to see what the 24mm could do. The foreground blurring, sun glare, and porch details were all handled in a pleasant manner.
Aperture f/8, Shutter speed 1/200, ISO 100
Textures are captured very accurately with this lens, as you can see with the water in the picture above. Ripples and the smoothness of the surface translate well also, and great tonal range helps define the lake from front to back.
Aperture f/8, Shutter speed 1/50, ISO 1250
Colors are deep and accurate, as shown in the photo above. Other than sharpness, noise reduction, and a bit of contrast adjustment, this image is as it appears right from the camera. I didn’t have to go crazy with the noise reduction, and had a great looking image even with sensitivity set at ISO 1250.
Obviously, being a wide-angle affair, this lens doesn’t produce bokeh or blurring as easily or smoothly as my 50mm f/1.8. This isn’t an issue as I’m usually doing landscape shots using a smaller aperture.
This little jewel is available (at the time of this writing) for $ 149.00. I’d highly recommend giving this lens a try, especially if you’re in the need of a backup at this focal length, or even an affordable wide-angle starter lens.
Have you shot with the 24mm f/2.8 STM? What did you think? Share your experiences with us below!
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We’ve been shooting with the Canon PowerShot G3 X for a few days now. Canon’s latest high-end compact offers a 20MP sensor and 24-6000mm equivalent zoom lens, with a touch-sensitive LCD screen and optional EVF. The G3 X occupies something of a niche in the long-zoom category, offering a longer lens than its 1-inch sensor competitors but without some of the extras, like a built-in viewfinder and 4K video. What’s it like to use? Read our overview to find out.
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