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My opinion (I am a flaming amateur):
- The new v2 profile is excellent - the old was awful - V2 is fine using this as the default for your workflow
- Color Checker Passport - I made my own profiles and like them, but for some reason, they are a bit too vibrant, fine for dull shots but overblown for super colored photos like flowers. I don't know why this is so, but that is what I got with CCP (and I've been experimenting with it for years now) - I have one of my custom CCP profiles this set as my LR default (taken on a bright, overcast day).
- Camera Faithful (a duplication of Canon Faithful) - probably the best starting point for hyper-critical users. I use this more and more as I have improved my eye and or want to spend time on my better photos. You will need to work your photos from here, but all is additive where with the other settings, you may be backing off of some items
- Camera Standard (Canon Standard) - Actually has a bit too much POP. If you compare to Adobe V2, you will see V2 has less contrast than Camera Standard. A novice may like this as Canon adds POP.... and I am surprised Adobe V2 is a bit more subdued.... something I like as I have developed a more critical eye.
My recommendation (as if I am some expert - ha!) - Use Adobe's new V2 as it appears to be the best balance of saturation and contrast. Apparently Adobe got the message and put some time into this one.
Some background to my opinions: Most folks don't want accuracy, they want POP. The new Adobe V2 does this without being garish. Canon's standard does this too... adds POP .... but if you really want accuracy, use Canon/Adobe Faithful.... it is all in the name.
Many many years ago in the 70s, "accuracy" was the standard. Today, no one seems to care and they just want big silicone fake ones. Camera companies have to move product so it is not surprise to me, that the defaults (Canon Standard) have more POP than accuracy.
Peace
Bruce in Philly
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