rddelliott

<p> I just do not understand why a company as large as Canon cannot be more forthcoming with its loyal customers and provide the reason(s) for the delay. Maybe Asian ego?</p>

<p> I was told the other day by Canon Service that they no longer support the 1D.</p>

<p>Kathleen:<br>

Look at the BnH videos from Rudy Winston of Canon on the 7D. Good stuff on the 7D. Just go to<br>

http://www.video.bhphotovideo.com/ and do a search on the 7D.</p>

<p>Matthias:<br>

I did not keep any photos of before and after. I sent both the 1D mark III and my 70-300 DO at the same time. There was a definite improvement upon their return from Canon Service. I now have a Mark IV and a 5DII and the lens performs equally well on both bodies.</p>

<p>Tom:<br>

I am a CPS member and Canon pays my shipping to and from the service center. I do not know the cost of service as i have all of my equipment checked either under warranty or with clean and check certificates.<br>

Mike:<br>

My reason for that comment is that over 50% of my brand new equipment requires adjustment by Canon Service. Not "a lazy comment" based on my experience.</p>

<p>Tom:<br>

One of the things I always do to give any lens a chance is send it to Canon Service to have it calibrated. My 70-300DO improved significantly after calibration. I feel sometimes Canon manufacturing is a little sloppy with their QC. My 24-70 new was way out of calibration from the factory. My 5D II and my 1D Mark IV are also calibrated. There is one currently on FM for sale. http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/919592</p>

<p> The 70-300 DO is one of my most used lenses. I do not own the non-DO version so I cannot comment. Most of the detractors in my opinion probably have not used the lens. My copy is very sharp but does require slightly different post processing. The lens can be found used for $850 and come up on FM from time to time. I would not hesitate to buy this lens for the reasons you have suggested. You might find this website interesting. http://www.fovegraphy.com/70_300DO_TipsE.php</p>

<p> It never ceases to amaze me that two photographers can give you three different opinions. :-)</p>

<p> If 300mm is a little short, the 100 to 400L would seem to be the best compromise. I have used it in sports extensively in California and as long as you have good light it is a very good lens wide open especially with the zoom feature. It takes a little getting use to with the push pull but after using for a while it becomes second nature. Set your shutter speeds high enough to stop the action and let the ISO fall where it may.</p>

<p>Heather:<br>

The Canon 70 to 200 f/2.8 non IS is probably your best bet depending upon your budget. Great all around sports lens. As your shutter speeds are high to stop the action, IS is not necessary. Some may disagree.</p>

<p> I have both the 5D Mark II and the 1D Mark III and shoot action sports. The AF on the 5D is not even close to the Mark III and my previously owned 1D Mark II.</p>

<p> I have had very good luck purchasing used equipment on Fred Miranda's Buy and Sell forum. You can check a persons feedback easily. Just make certain they have pleanty of positive feedback before buying. I have not had a bad experience in over 30 transactions. I would stay away fron eBay.</p>

<p>The 2.8 non IS is the right choice especially if the lighting is iffy. Remember, you will have to keep your shutter speeds up to stop the fast paced action and you may be at 2.8 most of the time. I do not think the f/4 will cut it without going to very high ISO.</p>

<p>Richard:<br>

I own the 70-300 DO and I am pleased with mine. Sent to Canon for calibration and mine came back very sharp. I like the light weight and compact size compaired to my 70-200 2.8 and my 100-400. Adorama has the DO refurbished by Canon for $949 with free shipping.</p>

<p>Andrew:<br>

I would try the equipment I have. If you are new to action, I would try to find someone that is training for the event and shoot some images before the actual event to get a feel for how to shoot action with your equipment. Then you can determine whether you have the right stuff or not. Shooting a event cold without any practical experience is chancey at best, especially if you are being paid for good results. The suggestion of monopod use is well founded. Also, keep your shutter speeds up to limit motion blur.</p>

<p>I have two of the 70-300 DO lenses. This lens if calibrated properly is a excellent performer. Both of mine are very sharp. Good enough so I sold my 70-200 2.8 IS. I would send your lens into Canon Service and have them calibrate your lens before giving up or send it back and buy a Adorama refurb. I bought both of mine from Adorama as Canon referbs, so they were checked by Canon and that may be why I got such good copies.</p>

<p>Listen to G Dan Mitchell. Sound advise.</p>

<p>My 1D Mark II according to Canon Tech Support wiil only recognize up to 8GB SD cards and will not auto switch like my 1D Mark III.</p>

Kim:

 

If you are going to make money at action sports,you need a better camera body, 40D or better yet 1D Series.

I have not used the Tamron. I have used the Sigma 70-200 2.8 for Rodeo, but I find it is too short. The 120-300 f/2.8 would be my selection if you can carry the weight. I use the Sigma 100-300 f/4 which is both long enough and not so heavy to carry and is my lens of choice for the Rodeo. The 40D is good with high ISO so don't be afraid to use ISO 800 on up to keep your shutter speeds high.

Without starting a flame, if you know how to use the 18-55 kit lens, it will produce excellent, sharp photos.

I second Lynda.com

Anyone a subscriber to lynda.com and if so how good are the video tutorials?

I tried both Lightroom and Aperture. Lightroom for me was much easier to learn and I am a Mac user. I use Lightroom to manage photos where in my opinion its strength lies. Aperture would not run on my G5 without a new video card and would not run at all on my Mac book. Lightroom was not a problem on either. I use Photoshop for my RAW conversions and further adjustments as it has more adjustment features than Lightroom.

Jim:

 

I think it is a function of the video card, not the processor. You should check Apple's website for minimum requirements. My Aperture is slow even with a G5 Dual 2gig with 4 gig of memory.