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p.1 #1 · p.1 #1 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Speak your mind.

We moved the Nikon to Nikon so time for Canon on Canon.

My annoyances are quite simple.

The dedicated cine line and abandonment of improving and being competitive with the DSLR video, which is a revolution that Canon stumbled into but started. Panasonic and Sony cameras produce much better imaging at extremely affordable pricing and the features even top some of the most expensive Canon cine gear.

The lack of a top notch reliable and consistent 50mm.

The lack of AF assist on the more expensive bodies, no I don't want a $400 speed light just to have af assist, 3rd party af assist on triggers have been imo spotty and not adequate. I want my speed light off camera and I want AF assist on those rare moments when I can't lock AF.

The inability to slave optically canon speed lights.

The stubborn atitude. Canon seems set in its ways and yes it works from a business standpoint but I can't stand reading that Canon believes that they have "the best sensors" available today.

Could I use more DR. Yes, but I am not nuts about it. Could I use a cleaner high ISO absolutely(I hate pushing the MK3 past 3200).

Introductory pricing is at times insane.

I love everything else. I love the accuracy of my MK3's. Made in Japan pretty much everything which imo I find just slightly more detailed than say Nikon, less bugs and failures. I love my 1.2 glass. My 135 L is the shizz. My 70-200 2.8 IS II can't be beat or matched by any other maker. The 100L is sharper and more consistent than any other macro lens I have ever used and it is fantastic for portraits as well. I love the color rendition even from the cheapest of lenses from Canon. IS primes, love them(hey where is a 50mm, and maybe a 20mm?).




Oct 20, 2014 at 12:34 AM
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p.1 #2 · p.1 #2 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Mainly I like the Imagerunner Advance C series.
The 1D-X, 24TSE II, 70-200s and the big whites are also nice.

EBH



Oct 20, 2014 at 12:54 AM
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p.1 #3 · p.1 #3 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


I like how pretty much anything Canon makes works as they intended, right out of the box.

I don't like how pretty much anything Canon makes works as they intended, right out of the box.



Oct 20, 2014 at 02:08 AM
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p.1 #4 · p.1 #4 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


I think this thread needs locking before it starts . its bound to get silly .




Oct 20, 2014 at 02:35 AM
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p.1 #5 · p.1 #5 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Likes

1: Dependable - you will get the shot
2: Large player results in a huge used market
3: The 1 series
4: Battery life
5: AF efficiency
6: EF mount that can accept many adapted lenses

Dislikes

1: Dusty viewfinders
2: L designation needs to mean something - step it up a notch
3: Lack of communication about a 'roadmap'
4: No full frame mirrorless with decent AF and burst rate
5: DPP could really do with some serious investment
6: CPS territorialism in a global market
7: Heads seemingly in the sand regarding sensors
8: Insistence on releasing useless shite when there are so many other things they should be working on - and incremental upgrades- no giant steps
9: Small design choices that make some lenses less ergonomic than they could be - AF switches sometimes can be simply too small/flush
10: 5D3 shortcuts - disappointments that should not be repeated
11: Not bundling hoods and cases be they soft or other - with all lenses
12: White lenses - not offering an alternative, even by special order
13: Not answering my email inquiries as to why they refuse to make my perfect camera



Oct 20, 2014 at 02:51 AM
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p.1 #6 · p.1 #6 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Like:
AF -- PDAF
Battery life
Durability (not build quality-- I don't care what it feels like so much as how it lasts)

Dislike:
Current period of stagnation
BS marketing
AF -- CDAF/mirrorless
DR
Lack of mirrorless dev.



Oct 20, 2014 at 03:35 AM
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p.1 #7 · p.1 #7 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Probably the feature I liked most was ECF. Not a fan of wheels and joysticks for AF selection. After 3 years of MFT use I figured out I'm not a fan of mirrorless--hate EVFs--and glad Canon is treading lightly through that mine field.

Hmm, dislike--that's a hard one as Canon is almost perfect. Wait, they stopped making ECF!



Oct 20, 2014 at 04:13 AM
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p.1 #8 · p.1 #8 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Will go back to Canon when they are at 15-20% market share behind Sony & Samsung.

0 innovation
0 cosumer support
0 technology dev

JB



Oct 20, 2014 at 05:01 AM
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p.1 #9 · p.1 #9 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


What do I like? Erm, the second hand market is huge and online communities are pretty good. I don't like that they don't make the perfect equipment for my needs, but then no manufacturer does. So I don't bother dwelling on that.


Oct 20, 2014 at 05:04 AM
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p.1 #10 · p.1 #10 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


I think canon's top requires an update.
I dislike the fact that sensor wise they are still behind sony's sensors when it comes to both resolution and dynamic range.
I still don't get it why none of the cameras has a built it leading light like the nikon has.
No wireless update to the MT 24EX or 14EX, no updated new wireless flashes like a replacement for the 430ex to connect to the 600ex-rt.

I also want their cinema likes to be updated. More 4K recording and higher speeds.

We have also seen the wonders ML can do to the 5D3. So I don't understand why canon can not do it themselves to boost the performance of the body (and most likely the 1Dx) for both stills and video performance.

Sometimes I feel that canon are doing the best to not go a step further, not innovate enough even if they can, not try to take the lead back in their hands.


What I do like are mostly the lenses, the handling of the bodies, the interface. There they made a great job. But it starts to get out dated with out dated bodies.



Oct 20, 2014 at 05:40 AM
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p.1 #11 · p.1 #11 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Likes:
+ Variety of lenses to choose from with some speciality lenses (TSE lenses, MP-E 65 for example)
+ Service in service centers
+ Firmware updates with decent improvements
+ Decent freeware software (DPP)

Dislikes:
- Currently far behind in DR and resolution FF sensor-wise.
- Too much focus on video performance and sports/events shooting in recent years
- No full frame mirrorless camera in sight
- Crippling of camera functions (e.g. AF in 5D MkII which came from the 5D)
- EF mount which screwed up the use of older excellent FD lenses
- No focus peaking feature to facilitate use of MF lenses
- No WiFi as standard in newer cameras (not really important for me but nice to have)
- Minor, but worthwhile mentioning: Lens color rendition leans more towards the bluish side



Oct 20, 2014 at 06:31 AM
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p.1 #12 · p.1 #12 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


I like that they have great options for all types of photographers from SL1 to 1Dx. Great f4 lenses as an entry to 'pro quality' gear. Great EF-s options for crop bodies. Huge used market, excellent availability of gear.

Dislike the business decisions that have led to so many former advocates turning to disgruntled whiners. Although the gear is still excellent, many can only come up with random issues about 'crippling' or lack of a roadmap as faults.



Oct 20, 2014 at 06:42 AM
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p.1 #13 · p.1 #13 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


I like everything except:

The Sensor!



Oct 20, 2014 at 06:52 AM
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p.1 #14 · p.1 #14 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Canon pros:
- CPS is accesible to pretty much anyone for fast turnaround and cheaper repairs.
- The lenses are fantastic. Nikon has no real competitor to the 24-70 II, 85L, 35L, and in many ways the 70-200 II.
- Great quick and reliable AF in the newer cameras
- Great battery life
- Phenomenal ergonomics and control layout
- I can shoot at up to ISO 51200 and still publish my photos in black and white, 25600 in color
- Big fat pixels since Canon isn't competing for megapixels anymore

Cons:
- the LCD overlay for AF not continuously lighting up the active AF point
- Sensor problems (banding - which seems to be resolved in the newer sensors, DR)
- No decent 50mm option (seriously, I want a Canon response to the 58/1.4 G - that lens renders unlike anything I have ever seen - sharpness be dammed)


I too foresee this thread falling into oblivion.



Oct 20, 2014 at 07:22 AM
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p.1 #15 · p.1 #15 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Sneakyracer wrote:
I like everything except:

The Sensor!


+1 plus no ff mirror less cams plus AF needs to be stepped up in shallows dof area.



Oct 20, 2014 at 09:25 AM
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p.1 #16 · p.1 #16 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Pros:
Continue to focus on sports/events shooters.

Cons:
Find a better design for the crappy AF point illumination they have subjected 1DX users with. Who the hell thought that was a good idea all through the development cycle. Boggles the mind.




Oct 20, 2014 at 09:46 AM
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p.1 #17 · p.1 #17 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


The threads that pop up in the Canon section of the forum.


Oct 20, 2014 at 10:15 AM
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p.1 #18 · p.1 #18 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Their prices are higher than Nikon now.

Edited on Oct 27, 2014 at 03:56 PM · View previous versions



Oct 20, 2014 at 10:59 AM
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p.1 #19 · p.1 #19 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


jbooba wrote:
Will go back to Canon when they are at 15-20% market share behind Sony & Samsung.

0 innovation
0 cosumer support
0 technology dev

JB


Well, they have several new liquid lens patents. I can't wait until one debuts and we can whine 'n moan about possible leaks!



Oct 20, 2014 at 11:50 AM
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p.1 #20 · p.1 #20 · What do you like and dislike about Canon?


Gochugogi wrote:
Well, they have several new liquid lens patents. I can't wait until one debuts and we can whine 'n moan about possible leaks!


If you want that golden hour look maybe Canon will use a more medicinal liquid.



Oct 20, 2014 at 12:24 PM
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