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I have both of these bodies and I'm seeing overexposed footage when I shoot video, using the on-board metering system. Overexposed, like at least two stops, and too overexposed to be "saved" in my timeline. No exposure compensation is dialed in on either of these two bodies. And, the same metered exposure is perfect when I shoot a still photo. What gives? Has anyone else come across exposure problems with Canon DSLR bodies? Thanks.

I have both of these bodies and I'm seeing overexposed footage when I shoot video, using the onboard metering system. Overexposed, like at least two stops, and too overexposed to be "saved" in my timeline. No exposure compensation is dialed in on either of these two bodies. And, the same metered exposure is perfect when I shoot a still photo. What gives? Has anyone else come across exposure problems with Canon DSLR bodies? Thanks.

Thanks, everyone. I misspoke in my original post, meaning to indicate an 800mm reach, not 400. (Hence the term doubler.) The YongNuo speedlight I referred to is a remarkable unit, for what...a quarter of the price of a Canon speedlight? Just saying... Thanks again and especially to William Michael for his extensive reply.

Good to know. OK, that kills it.

Interesting! I was afraid of this. Last summer I shot surfing in SoCal with a 70-300mm Canon zoom and cropped in quite a lot. The image held up really well. I better start saving for a LONG Canon lens, but until then I'll keep using zoom lens. Thanks, rafikiphoto.

Can anyone comment on the quality you would get with this Canon teleconverter? I've never owned or used one. I'm looking for an alternative to spending way too much cash on a 500 or 600mm fixed-focal length Canon lens, to shoot sports with. I just can't justify the cost and renting too much of a problem, also. I have a Canon 100-400mm zoom lens, that accepts the Canon 2X extender. This would give me a 400mm "reach," and yes, I realize I'd lose two stops of light but I wonder how the quality holds up? Autofocus works well? And while we're on the subject, has anyone used the YongNuo teleconverter? https://www.amazon.com/YONGNUO-YN2-0X-III-Teleconverter-Extender/dp/B00OT0VCP4/ref=sr_1_1_sspa? I own one of their speedlights and it is well built and does a great job with my Canon EOS Mk III and IV bodies. Thank you.

Thanks, everyone. I just ordered a smart charger from Amazon, which should greatly help in managing AA battery condition. Why didn't I pick up on these new rechargables sooner? My last experience with rechargable AA batteries was probably over 30 years ago. Thanks, everyone.

More good news! Thank you, guys.

Now that's the answer I was looking for! Thanks so much. Tired of buying four packs of alkaline batteries, shooting an event and wondering if I should dump them or if they'll be any good for another shoot. I started thinking I could measure the voltages and either dump them or keep them if they above or below a certain voltage. I just ordered a set of four Pioneer AA batteries and a charger; https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JHKSL1O/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Hopefully this will makes things easier for me and I'll stop wasting money on batteries. Wish they could have come up with this technology years ago. Thanks again!

I'm getting tired of replacing my AA batteries for my two speedlights. I never had any luck with rechargables in the past but now I noticed a new line of Eneloop Ni-MH batteries available. These must be a better quality battery, similar to what's used in DSLR cameras? Does anyone use these rechargeable batteries in their speedlights? Or, while I'm on the subject, does anyone measure the actual voltage of their standard, disposable batteries? What voltage is too low to bother with? We can't wait around too long for your speedlight to recycle during an event. Thanks!

<p>Thanks, everyone.<br> I've decided to keep my Speedotron black line kit for the time being - it still works and it wouldn't bring enough cash to replace it with all monolights.</p> <p> </p>

<p>I just purchased my first monolight, a Hensel unit bought at BH photo in NYC. </p> <p>Until now I've always used powerpacks and strobe heads but considered monolights to be low budget and amateurish. They're getting more and more popular and mainstream, it seems. And I'm quite happy with my Hensel unit, too.</p> <p>Now I'm considering selling off my beloved Speedotron black line power pack and three heads, along with the Speedotron accessories I've collected. </p> <p>But the topic of this conversation is, how many professionals have sold off their old power packs and heads in favor of an all-monolight setup?</p> <p>Anyone? Thoughts?</p>

<p>The new silver body.<br> <br />So...now I have to box it up and send it back again. Sheesh...you'd think they'd check this stuff before it's sold as used.</p> <p>Thanks, Howard.</p>

<p>I just purchased a used Hensel Integra 500 Monolight from B&H Photo. It's in perfect condition, but my first tests indicate that the recycle time, even at MINIMUM power, is up to ten seconds.</p> <p>It's supposed to be .5 seconds, and 1.9 seconds at FULL power.</p> <p>What gives? Any suggestions before I have to send it back?</p> <p>Thanks!</p>

<p>Thanks, Marcus.<br> So, it basically comes down to the fact that the 70-300mm has newer IS technology...? <br /><br />I may choose the 100-400, regardless.</p> <p>Thanks again.</p>