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I downloaded the EOS R5 Mark II Firmware Version 1.2.0 and when I try to run the update it finds the 1.2.0 FW then starts, and blanks out with a click of the shutter. Anybody else having this issue?

I've collected a few tripod heads over the last couple years, and decided to put a quick release receiver on the tripod and a plate on each head. I also got a 65mm plate with a Quick Disconnect port and strap-mounting slot for the heavy EF 70-200mm lens. I went with the Leofoto brand for price and compatibility (links at bottom) but other vendors have similar products. Robus RCC-3060 tripod Robus ball head (comes with tripod, no separate part number) Oben GH3W-15 geared head K&F Concept CNC...

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Got my R5II this week and took it out to do some product shots earlier. I had focus bracketing setup and was using my Godox V860iii. First half of the day went great, was able to get some solid sequences and the camera was having no problem shooting high speed continuous with the flash for 9 frames with an interval setting of 4. Later on in the day I got locked out of choosing high speed or any continuous shooting mode for that matter. I’ve trouble shot everything. Reset all the settings...

I've noticed that my R5II has a tendency to lose its subject detection 'lock' when I'm photographing various critters (mostly birds and small mammals). It doesn't seem to matter what subject detection mode I have selected (Auto vs Animal) or what focus mode I have selected (wide vs spot or anything in between). Once I've done the initial focus lock with the AF-ON button and start firing away, the camera will almost always decide to switch its subject to a nearby twig or clump of leaves...

That was quick. The R6 III already has a new firmware version: 1.0.1. It addresses some instances where CFexpress cards can not be formatted in-camera. Download here: https://www.canon-europe.com/support/consumer/products/cameras/eos-r/eos-r6-mark-iii.html?type=firmware Has anyone with the camera already had any issues with formatting CFexpress cards?

I assigned my tiny m-fn button to magnify it works for me Fat fingers struggle with magnify button at back and seems you cannot reassign that one

If no one has any firsthand experience, perhaps interested parties could offer some thoughts on possible pros and cons. Description: The Leofoto UL-02 and UL-03 allow the user to rotate between landscape and portrait effortlessly. Featuring precision bearings, the bracket has four different 90-degree position settings with no disassembly required. The UL Series rotating brackets come in either silver or black, and are constructed from hard anodized, aircraft-grade aluminum...

New Firmware for EOS R5: https://www.usa.canon.com/support/canon-product-advisories/Firmware-Notice-EOS-R5-Firmware-Version-2-2-1 Note: I'm on a Mac and downloaded the Mac version, but it wouldn't open to reveal the FIR update file. I then downloaded the Windows version and used the FIR update file, and it updated fine (y) Version 2.2.1 Lou

Since I regularly use Luminar Neo and DxO Photolab 9, and since I shot some high ISO images last night, I thought I'd post one image processed in both editors. Each image was processed with the software's automatic/recommended settings and no other manual edits. The Head2Head JPG was created in Gimp with a simple copy/paste, no editing except the added words. 1) Photolab: R5II Camera Body rendering, "DxO Smart Lighting," DeepPrime 3 noise reduction. 2) Neo: R5II Camera Faithful profile...

The latest firmware for the R5m2 has been released. Whenever I switch on one of the twins, I also open Canon's Camera Connect app on my iPhone. The purpose of doing this is to have GPS data automatically recorded as photos are taken; however, the app also automates — alright, ‘nearly automates’ — the hitherto complicated process of updating firmware. Easy-peasey! Just how the camera is ‘more comfortable to use’ (see text in image below) remains a mystery. … David

Hi everyone, I’d really appreciate some feedback on this photo I recently took. I’m curious to hear any critique, comments, or advice you might have. Should I change something? Is anything off about the composition, colors, or editing? Or maybe the photo feels boring or too simple? Any thoughts are welcome — positive or negative. Thanks in advance for taking the time to look and share your perspective! 🙏

I've been looking for vantage points in the city of Sacramento, and tonight I found a 5-level parking garage that overlooks downtown. The foreground was pretty terrible, but I spent an hour there because why not. It wasn't windy, but there was an occasional breeze. I noticed that the in-camera level was erratic so I used a 10-second shutter delay to let the camera settle down. Upon examination at home, I was surprised by how many shots were unusable. The examples below are un-cropped and...

This is the first product review I've ever done and I don't do unboxing videos. But someone recently asked about shoulder bags so I thought I'd do this review. I had no idea it would end up at 27 minutes! Bottom line: the Nanuk N-PVD 15L is the superior bag, but don't pay full retail $220. B&H and Adorama both have it for $150-ish. https://youtu.be/AOcVfHScLD4

So.... I turned 61 this year and retirement is 3 years, 1 month and 14 days away (not that I'm counting). As long as the economy and my retirement funds cooperate (and assuming no intervention by the Lottery Gods), I'm starting to plan for the retirement adventures that lay ahead. There are many sights I have not seen in Northern America. Acadia National Park. The Grand Canyon. Denali in Alaska. Banff in Canada (assuming the Canadians are still speaking to us Yanks). And so on. But I want...

B&H Deal Zone has what might be the best price I've ever seen for a CF tripod. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1646169-REG/benro_hydra2_induro_hydra_2_waterproof.html

Interesting comparison. Hover over red arrow and or change ISO https://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Camera-Noise.aspx?Camera=1750&Test=7&ISO=51200&CameraComp=1633&TestComp=0&ISOComp=51200

Hello everyone! Short version: Have you regretted moving away from crop sensors to full frame (optionally with a TC) if you only can have (or want) 1 body? Long version to give you an idea of my interests/use cases: My wife and I like to take "adventure" vacations (ie the kinda vacation you don't actually rest but hike 10-20 miles a day) and were frustrated by photos. After some reviews on starter wildlife kits (and childhood brainwashing by my dad who bought Canon everything) I landed...

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