Canon is adding another lens to their lineup with a 24-70mm F/4L IS. According to this B&H product page, the new lens will run $1499 (seen here).
I'm not sure how well this lens will work out for the average consumer as there is already a Canon 24-105mm F/4L IS for $1149 (see here). What's your thoughts?
Sony has overshadowed some of the other new camera releases with it's RX100 and new RX1 camera, but if you haven't been following, the new Canon Powershot G15 is quite amazing as well. I don't mean for this to be an RX100 vs G15 review, but it's a good basis of the value Canon brings in this sub $500 dollar prosumer camera. I'm not saying I will give up all of my Sony RX100 cameras completely, but I believe there's room to replace one of them with this new Canon Powershot G15.
The most important stand out feature for me is the new 24-140mm (equiv) F/1.8-F/2.8 lens. This is very impressive to have that focal distance paired up with a constant wide aperture. Not only will this provide you with better low light capabilities, but also better bokeh (blurred backgrounds) often desired for portraits. The auto focus is fast, and even the Macro capabilities of the new G15 which can focus on subjects as close as 1cm to the lens is another highlight.
The Canon Powershot G15 may not as be small as the Powershot S110 or RX100, but it's also not too large to still fit easily in a jacket pocket. The G15 will still offer professionals a remote shutter input (for an Intervalometer - Time Lapse), full manual expsoure controls, RAW imaging, and a hot shoe port for flash photography. I won't dive in to too many of the specs about the G15 that are already scattered all over the Internet, but if you're a photographer looking for a smaller travel camera without the hassles of lens changes, I feel the G15 is a great buy. Check out additional specs at the product page via B&H (Click Here)
Canon Powershot G15 Digital Camera
One of my most favorite all around lenses, a brand new USA Warranty Canon 24-105mm F/4L with Image Stabilization currently lists for $1K+. Today another daily deal on the Canon lens brings the price to $750 + Free Shipping. Check it out following the link via eBay (Click Here).
Canon 24-105mm F/4L IS New USA Warranty
Not long ago Canon released a newer version of their popular 24-70mm F/2.8L lens, but at almost double the price of the original version and without Image Stabilization (which many hoped for). Sure, there's some major differences in the design and in image quality, but not enough for someone like me to spend that extra cash to upgrade. I'm curious if anyone out there has decided on the upgrade, and if you think it was worth it? Leave a comment. One thing I will say is if you shoot Canon, this is one lens you need to have in your bag. If not the version 2, you can still find the many of the version 1 F/2.8L on eBay for a fair price (seen here).
Canon 24-70mm F/2.8L - via eBay
Regardless about my opinion, there is a great price on the new 24-70mm F/2.8L II lens if this is what you've been looking at. Normally runs for $2800 dollars (as seen here on Amazon)
Canon 24-70mm F/2.8L II USM
If you missed the deal last time, here's a Canon 5D Mark III (Body) for just $2899 Brand new with USA Warranty. That's quite a steal at almost a $600 dollar discount. I've actually purchased a few cameras from this seller before, check it out via eBay (Click Here).
Canon 5D Mark III (Body) Discount Daily Deal
It's an eBay Daily Deal knocking off $400 dollars from a Canon 5D Mark III Body. Banner states brand new, USA warranty. Check it out following the link (Click here).
Canon 5D Mark III (Body) Daily Deal
Discount on eBay's Daily Deal today lists the Canon 5D Mark III + Canon 24-105mm F/4L IS lens combo - New, USA Warranty. Elsewhere right now this same combination will run you about $500 dollars more as seen over at B&H (here). It's basically like getting a Free lens which you could always try to sell it and further discount your 5DM3 purchase. [Update] I guess they got in trouble, because the price has jumped up another $400 bucks. It was just $3599. Really missed out on this one.
Check it out via eBay (Click Here).
Canon 5D Mark III + Canon 24-105mm F/4L IS Kit
If you've been following some of the new camera announcements this month with the Sony A99, Nikon D600, and Canon EOS 6D, you've probably heard a few references to 'uncompressed video output via HDMI'. In the lineup, Canon was the only one who limited this feature. There's plenty of benefits when recording from the HDMI output of your camera such as capturing to a higher bitrate ProRes format (instead of compressed MTS, MP4, MOV, etc).
Capturing directly to ProRes also speeds up post processing for those who still need to batch convert. It's also the same format the new BlackMagic Camera will have as an option when you're not shooting RAW. The high bitrate in the ProRes file maintains more information needed to push around color and exposure in post and can help prevent ghosting and pixelation from fast moving subjects that the internal compressed codec can't handle. Some cameras will benefit by retaining more information in the shadows and keep from blowing out highlights.
The Atomos Ninja-2 is one of those affordable devices that should pair up nicely with the new Nikon Full Frame D600, the Sony SLT-A99, or even the new Sony VG900. The Ninja-2 brings a higher resolution screen to double as an external monitor with features like Focus Peaking, Zebras, and False color. You can also dismiss that 10-12 minute time limit, because the Ninja can record continuously - a great option for Wedding guys that need the 'set it and forget' camera angle. I'm hoping to see some significant benefits when pairing the Nikon D600 to the Atomos Ninja-2 which should both arrive any day now...
Nikon D600 Full Frame DSLR Video Camera
Atomos Ninja 2 HDMI Recorder - via B&H Photo Video
Atomos Ninja 2 HDMI Recorder - via dveStore.com
For most Canon DSLRs on the market, you can use an infrared remote to start and stop video. There's been plenty of DIY remotes that attach to the handle of a shoulder rig, but if you're too lazy to tackle the project, Aputure now offers an inexpensive V-Remote. Switronix also offers a remote like this, but their price runs over $119 dollars (seen here).
To use the new Aputure V-Remote simply attach to the handle of your rig and flex the cable towards the infrared receiver (on front of camera). Pretty simple. You can find the new Aputure V-Remotes on eBay for a bit over $20 bucks (Click Here).
Aputure V-Remote Infrared Canon Start Stop Video Remote
