Since so many of you liked the 5DMrkII vs 7D one, here is the newest iteration from Philip. I am sure a lot of people can relate to this. Thanks to Harry from Beach Tek for pointing out the clip, I almost missed it.
Some people are just luckier than me. The folks at Still Motion put their hands on a 1DMrkIV and had the great idea to make a side by side video comparison with the 5D and 7D. Read their comments here and check out the clip.
Remember my hint from a previous post about a new secret product I was working on? Well, I am glad to say that prototype #1 is about to be completed and I am going to use it next weekend to test it out in the field.
If it proves useful, the next step will be to start manufacturing a small batch for resell but, before doing so, I would like to have some feedback from you guys. Basically, I can build it two ways:
• DIY style, which means it will look like a DIY project, made out of wood, etc…
• Pro level version which means painting everything black, curved corners, no nuts coming out of the module, etc..
Of course, one option is much more expensive than the other. This is why I would like to poll you guys about the importance of looks for you.
Notice I am not talking about features or prices, I just need to know if I should invest time in prettifying the whole thing or not.
Sorry if I don’t give more details but until I am ready to sell there, I rather keep everything secret to protect myself against copycats.
This is right off the press, Red Rock Micro updated their offering for DSLR Rigs. In fact, it is such a scoop that they have not updated their website yet! Here is the press release:
Hollywood, CA (September 17, 2009) — Redrock Micro, the leading provider of cinema accessories for digital filmmakers, today announced a wide range of new accessories to enhance video DSLRs. Collectively these new accessories significantly reduce weight and increase the options available to exactly match customers’ desired features and configuration.
Highlights of products in this release include:
Carbon Fiber rods that cut weight a dramatic 66% – Redrock’s second-generation carbon fiber rods deliver state-of-the-art precision and strength, and are 66% lighter than comparable stainless steel rods. All Redrock DSLR rigs are now shipping with carbon fiber rods. Read the rest of this entry »
Tired of reading 7D
We have not decided yet how we will manage content that is relevant to both 5D and 7D owners. So, until we figure it out, we will keep posting most of the content here.
The site not totally finished yet but we wanted to release it right now since there is new 7D content popping over the net every day. So if you are interested in Canon 7D news, visit the site now!
Hi guys,
it seems like everything I touch these days is bound to brake. First my 50mm1.4 broke, then I had the flipping shutter issue with my 5D MrkII and a few minutes ago the site was down because of a technical problem on the server. Lets just say that I should not be in the mood to start new and risky stuff. Yet, I am!
I took some time to do clean up on the site today and realized that I never finished the review of the Zacuto Tactical Shooter. Expect a post by the end of the week! I also fixed a few design issues so everything should look good and clean now.
The release of the 7D had me thinking about the future of canon5dtips and how restrictive such a name can be. Most of the information in the blog can be used by 7D owners. Yet, 5D owners might not be interested to know about 7D news and technicalities. That is why I decided to create another blog, a carbon copy of this one, dedicated to the 7D. Guess the name?
It is still under construction for a few more days so don’t get too excited (yet).
By the way, I am still looking for contributors to 5D and 7D tips. So, if you are a content creator, photographers or expert in a specific field related to cinephotography, contact me and lets talk. There might be money and fame for you!
I am also looking for a machinist or someone with access to a CNC table for a new product I am working on. This product is not a viewfinder or follow focus. I am talking about original product here! Only contact me about this if you have the requirements since I wont disclose anything (other than saying it will be a must have) until it is ready for production.
Finally, I would like to thank every visitor who click the small social sharing/bookmarking buttons at the end of each post. Clicking these links really help the site to reach a broader audience and I sincerely appreciate that you spend a minute doing so! Thanks.
This has to be the best spoof I have ever seen. It sums up pretty well the feeling of some 5D owners…
You can order a 7d here
Made by M. Bloom based on the clip from the movie The Downfall
It has not been 24 hours since the announcement of the Canon 7D and we are already seeing some very strong reactions in the blogosphere. Those who did not purchase a 5D are happy like kids at Christmas while 5D Mark II owners feel betrayed and frustrated to various degrees.
First, if you own a 5D Mark II, it is as good today as it was two days ago. You can still take great pictures and video with it, the release of this newer model did not affect your capabilities to take great shots and make money out of them. If you were pleased with your camera, you should still be. I know this sounds obvious but that is something people tend to forget when a newer model is released.
Now some of my observations… Read the rest of this entry »
