Here is a video of the Canon EOS-1D X from Canon Europe:
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Canon celebrates production of 50 million EOS SLR cameras
As some of you know, I currently use Canon cameras and lenses. Canon celebrates production of 50 million EOS SLR cameras and 70 million lenses. Here is the full press release.
“TOKYO, October 18, 2011—Canon Inc. and Canon Marketing Japan Inc. announced today the achievement of two major manufacturing milestones: combined production of film and digital EOS-series single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras surpassed the 50-million mark in September this year, and the EF series of interchangeable lenses is expected to reach the 70-million-unit milestone later this month.”
What is interesting about this release is this.
“Currently, the company offers a broad product lineup that serves the needs of all levels of users, from entry-level enthusiasts to advanced amateurs and professionals. This lineup has further expanded with the addition of the new high-performance EOS-1D X, Canon's new flagship digital SLR camera, scheduled to go on sale in late March 2012.”
CanonRumors has the video specs:
“Expanded ISO Specs
L = 50
H1 – 102,400
H2 – 204,800
Movie Mode Specs
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264
1920×1080 30p/25p/24p
1280×720 60p/50p
640×480 30p/25p”
Specifications
Canon EOS-1D X
Full Frame
18.1MP
Dual DIGIC 5+ – 17 Times The Processing Power of DIGIC 4
ISO 100-51200 Native
100,000 Pixel RGB Metering Sensor
EOS iSA (Intelligent Subject Analysis)
61 Point AF
21 f/5.6 Cross Type Sensors
20 f/4 Cross Type Sensors
5 f/2.8 Dual Cross Type Sensors
EOS iTR AF (Intelligent Tracking & Recognition Auto Focus)
12 Frames Per Second
14 Frames Per Second JPG Only
400,000 Shot Rated Shutter
Ethernet Connection
March Availability
What gets more interesting is from the official Canon press release.
Enhanced EOS HD Video – New Compressions, Longer Recording
Centered around an all-new full-frame CMOS sensor with larger pixels than those found on the EOS 5D Mark II image sensor, the EOS-1D X utilizes new HD video formats to simplify and speed up post-production work. The two new compression formats offered on the EOS-1D X include intraframe (ALL-i ) compression for an editing-friendly format and interframe (IPB) compression for superior data compression, giving professionals the options they need for their ideal workflow. Answering the requests of cinematographers and filmmakers, the EOS-1D X includes two methods of SMPTE-compliant timecode embedding, Rec Run and Free Run, allowing multiple cameras or separate sound recording to be synced together in post production.
Canon's all new full-frame CMOS sensor ensures that video footage captured on the EOS-1D X will exhibit less moiré than any previous Canon model, resulting in a significant improvement in HD video quality. A desired feature for many documentary filmmakers using Canon DSLRs was to enable recording beyond the four gigabyte (GB) file capacity and the EOS-1D X is the answer. The new camera features automatic splitting of movie files when a single file exceeds 4GB. The new file splitting function allows for continuous video recording up to 29 minutes and 59 seconds across multiple 4GB files; no frames are dropped and the multiple files can be seamlessly connected in post production, providing filmmakers the recording time they want in the same convenient DSLR form factor. The camera records Full HD at 1920 x 1080 in selectable frame rates of 24p (23.976), 25p, or 30p (29.97); and 720p HD or SD video recording at either 50p or 60p (59.94). SD video can be recorded in either NTSC or PAL standards.
The Canon EOS-1D X also includes manual audio level control, adjustable both before and during movie recording, an automatic setting, or it can be turned off entirely. A wind filter is also included. Sound can be recorded either through the internal monaural microphone or via an optional external microphone through the stereo mic input.”
I am hoping this technology will filter down to the 70D. It would be wonderful addition to the Canon family. We live in exciting times.
The Passing of a Great Man, Steve Jobs
I am saddened to hear about the passing of Steve Jobs. Unfortunately this was not unexpected. My condolences to his family and close friends.
His products changed my life life. I have been an Apple user since 1983 when I bought an Apple IIe. Little did I know that computers would become a large part of my work and life. My brother and my dad were the eletronic wizards in my family. I was mechanical, film and videotape based.
In 1984 I purchased my 1st Macintosh computer. I have been using them ever since. I bought into Steve's vision that a computer should think like a human being instead of a human being having to think like a computer. Not only were the computers visually very well designed but they very useful visually. That has always been a trademark of the Macintosh and I feel it is because of Steve Jobs. He was always pushing us and the industry in new directions.
He had greater dreams not yet realized when he got bumped from Apple in the mid 1980's. I still bought Mac's. I was one of the first to have the color Mac, the Mac II. I started doing color television graphics with Photoshop 1.0 and editing video in a tiny window in Premiere 1.0. I saw the future that Steve had invisioned for the Mac. Years later before Steve had come back to Apple, I built a non-linar video editing system for my television work. I was still using the computer he had introduced to the world.
After Steve left Apple, it had lost it's way and focus. Apple was predicted to fade away. I neve lost faith, even in the dark times.
Fortunately he had made some smart investments while he was away. He bought Pixar from Gearge Lucas and created the NeXt operating system, which OSX is based on.
When Steve Steve came back to Apple in the late 90s he envisioned new ways to use computers. I was pleased to see him return. The rest is of what legends are made of. The iMac, iPod, iTunes, iPhone and now the iPad, on which I am writing this.
The world is not the same because of him. We live in a digital world and I could not do what I do with out the vision and leadership of Steve Jobs. I will miss you.
In commemoration of 9/11 – Know Your Rights: Photographers
In commemoration of 9/11, we need to stand up for our rights as photographers. They can't take our rights away as photographers for security. Thank you to the ACLU for publishing Our Rights.
“Taking photographs of things that are plainly visible from public spaces is a constitutional right – and that includes federal buildings, transportation facilities, and police and other government officials carrying out their duties. Unfortunately, there is a widespread, continuing pattern of law enforcement officers ordering people to stop taking photographs from public places, and harassing, detaining and arresting those who fail to comply. Learn more >>“
An open letter to Canon
Optical Anti-Aliasing Filter for the Canon 5Dmk2
Now I don't have a 5Dmk2. This is something I would like for my 60D. It works.
Optical Anti-Aliasing Filter for the Canon 5Dmk2 from Glenn Przyborski on Vimeo.
Director/cinematographer Glenn Przyborski describes the VAF-5D2 optical filter and details its installation and removal from the Canon 5D Mk2 camera. Przyborski also clarifies aliasing and moiré pattern interference and shows examples of each. Anyone interested in this unique optical solution for the Canon 5D Mk2 should screen this short presentation.
Note that original Canon camera files and 1920×1080 H.264 versions of various test videos are available for download and evaluation at: przyborski.com/mosaic_downloads.html
Mosaic Engineering's website: mosaicengineering.com/
JuicedLink has a different design for a Camera Rig
This is a cleaver idea. He really gets to the problem of most camera rig designs. The extra unnecessary counterweight on on the back of the shoulder pad.
Most rail systems are constructed from 15mm DIA rails, which are crazy expensive. That’s fine for short rails used to align optics, but it is equally crazy to construct rigs, stabilizers, and other components from 15mm rails. The JuicedLink DIY product line is dedicated to using 5/8 inch DIA (0.625″) Aluminum tubes.
JuicedLink Smooth Slider Footage
Check out this sample footage video using the juicedLink DIY Slider System. Nothing compares to it in smoothness … at this price point … or has the capability of being used as an 8ft Slider. It’s AMAZING!!
Smoothest Slider Footage … EVER !!! from Robert Rozak on Vimeo.
A Life in Final Cut
Apple handled the intro to FCPX badly. I have cut some projects (paid gigs) on FCPX and with many things it is better, but not all. Most of my editing will still be on FCP7 for now to stay compatible with others. I am going to check out Premiere because that is how I started non-linear editing back in the early '90's. Back then nobody gave it much credit but I was doing TV commercials and documentaries with it. Never did the Avid route. Started on FCP with version 3. Both Avid and Adobe abandoned the Mac platform for a while so while FCP worked it was my editor of choice. We all are wondering what Apple will do to fix FCPX.
For some history of Final Cut, Rob Tinworth has made this short video on his life with Final Cut Pro. This video is a great way to see where FCP has gone.
My Life in FCP from Rob Tinworth on Vimeo.
FCPX Youtube
This is from Walkerfilm.com: FCPX Inception
This is from jay3gh: Ad – FCPX
This is from Ochabfilm: Downfall of Final Cut Pro X