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p.1 #1 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

I'm inclined to think the 5D underexposes a bit more. Any thoughts

Jun 28, 2009 at 04:50 PM

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p.1 #2 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

sounds like a topic for the Canon forum

only 1 topic allowed, you have exceeded your limit

I am only saying it because you seem to have been on too much coffee, and at one time wanted to be a doctor

Joe

Jun 28, 2009 at 05:27 PM

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p.1 #3 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

Not really. I know people have moved from the 5D to the D700 here. Since when are you a moderator?

Jun 28, 2009 at 06:31 PM

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p.1 #4 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

Ever think that its YOUR 5D??..not all 5Ds?

Jun 28, 2009 at 07:07 PM

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p.1 #5 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

In general terms I find that the D700 delivers consistently well exposed images in a variety of scenes. All Canon bodies I've used including most recently the 5D, 5D2, 1D3, 1Ds3 all seem to underpose in tricky lighting situations (especially ones where the subject of focus is slightly backlit). The D700 always seems to get perfectly exposed images. I know that the D700 metering sensor has more zones in it, so I don't if its that or if its simply a better metering algorithm.

Jun 28, 2009 at 07:14 PM

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p.1 #6 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

rhyder wrote:
Ever think that its YOUR 5D??..not all 5Ds?

No, I haven't. Mostly because it's NOT my 5D. I'm talking about the images ooc that the guy I work with shoots vs what my D80's metering is seeing, vs what I will be seeing when my D700 arrives. Perhaps I should have worded that better. The 5D tends to lean towards protecting highlights, rather than a more even exposure.

Jun 28, 2009 at 07:20 PM

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p.1 #7 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

Gregory,

You seem excited about the pending arrival of the D700. Why don't you wait until it arrives and shoot the heck out of it. It doesn't matter what any other camera does, it only matters how you handle the camera in your hands. I can assure you that great photography begins with vision, not equipment.

Relax a little and enjoy what the process of making pictures.

Jun 28, 2009 at 07:56 PM

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p.1 #8 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

When using spot or center weighted different brands are similar.
When using Matrix or the Canon equivalent they are modified according to the dynamic range of the sensor and matrix technology at the time of development. Because of this matrix on different Nikon bodies (D300, 700 etc) is not identical, and matrix is unlikely to be the same as the Canon equivalent.
Most high end Nikon's allow independent fine tune of matrix, spot and center weighted.

Jun 28, 2009 at 07:59 PM

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p.1 #9 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

There's not that much difference in between them (I used a 5D before I got a D700).

The main difference for me is the -5EV/+5EV compensation instead of that silly -2/+2 EV on a Canon 5D.

Jun 28, 2009 at 08:38 PM

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p.1 #10 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

In what sort of situations do you use -/+ 5 EV? When shooting birds against a bright sky etc??

Jun 28, 2009 at 08:53 PM

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p.1 #11 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

James R wrote:
Gregory,

You seem excited about the pending arrival of the D700. Why don't you wait until it arrives and shoot the heck out of it.

I agree with this completely. Stop analyzing the heck out of a camera you've already purchased but haven't received.

Just wait for it and actually use it; there is no point in hyper-analyzing something when you're not making a purchasing decision and you're not correcting a problem. Just relax and enjoy it.

Jun 28, 2009 at 09:18 PM

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p.1 #12 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

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James R wrote:
Gregory,

You seem excited about the pending arrival of the D700. Why don't you wait until it arrives and shoot the heck out of it.

I agree with this completely. Stop analyzing the heck out of a camera you've already purchased but haven't received.

Just wait for it and actually use it; there is no point in hyper-analyzing something when you're not making a purchasing decision and you're not correcting a problem. Just relax and enjoy it.

Maybe I shouldn't have mentioned I had ordered it and just bunged all my questions in one thread.

Jun 28, 2009 at 09:23 PM

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p.1 #13 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

Gregory.Rotter wrote:

Maybe I shouldn't have mentioned I had ordered it and just bunged all my questions in one thread.

The point is more that it's not doing you any good to be obsessively questioning this or that when its outcome will not affect you or your photography

Really, I do sympathize, a new camera is pretty exciting and you want to know everything about it - but it tends to lead to an over-analysis of your equipment when what's important is taking pictures.

Jun 28, 2009 at 09:40 PM

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p.1 #14 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

Gregory.Rotter wrote:
Not really. I know people have moved from the 5D to the D700 here. Since when are you a moderator?
just a friendly reminder of the rules regarding the number of new threads allwoed in one day, before the moderator spanks you and sends you home packing with your new D700, 5D, or whatever you have or don't have for going overboard with the frantic posting syndrome. Getting a bad case of NAS CAN do that to one...

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Jun 28, 2009 at 10:17 PM

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p.1 #15 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

Gregory.Rotter wrote:
rhyder wrote:
Ever think that its YOUR 5D??..not all 5Ds?

No, I haven't. Mostly because it's NOT my 5D. I'm talking about the images ooc that the guy I work with shoots vs what my D80's metering is seeing, vs what I will be seeing when my D700 arrives. Perhaps I should have worded that better. The 5D tends to lean towards protecting highlights, rather than a more even exposure.

You're totally missing the point. Do you think all 5D's meter the same? Do you think all photographers meters the same way??.....Er...ah....are you one of those guys that sets the camera to P ??

Jun 28, 2009 at 10:33 PM

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p.1 #16 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

rhyder wrote:
Gregory.Rotter wrote:
rhyder wrote:
Ever think that its YOUR 5D??..not all 5Ds?

No, I haven't. Mostly because it's NOT my 5D. I'm talking about the images ooc that the guy I work with shoots vs what my D80's metering is seeing, vs what I will be seeing when my D700 arrives. Perhaps I should have worded that better. The 5D tends to lean towards protecting highlights, rather than a more even exposure.

You're totally missing the point. Do you think all 5D's meter the same? Do you think all photographers meters the same way??.....Er...ah....are you one of those guys that sets the camera to P ??

Isn't P for Professional?
A for Amateur, M for Master and S for Simple?

Jun 29, 2009 at 09:25 AM

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p.1 #17 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

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rhyder wrote:
Gregory.Rotter wrote:
rhyder wrote:
Ever think that its YOUR 5D??..not all 5Ds?

No, I haven't. Mostly because it's NOT my 5D. I'm talking about the images ooc that the guy I work with shoots vs what my D80's metering is seeing, vs what I will be seeing when my D700 arrives. Perhaps I should have worded that better. The 5D tends to lean towards protecting highlights, rather than a more even exposure.

You're totally missing the point. Do you think all 5D's meter the same? Do you think all photographers meters the same way??.....Er...ah....are you one of those guys that sets the camera to P ??

Isn't P for Professional?
A for Amateur, M for Master and S for Simple?

Jun 29, 2009 at 02:20 PM

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p.1 #18 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

jamach wrote:
Gregory.Rotter wrote:
Not really. I know people have moved from the 5D to the D700 here. Since when are you a moderator?
just a friendly reminder of the rules regarding the number of new threads allwoed in one day, before the moderator spanks you and sends you home packing with your new D700, 5D, or whatever you have or don't have for going overboard with the frantic posting syndrome. Getting a bad case of NAS CAN do that to one...

Joe

It's called the morning before the arrival of a new toy, get a grip. Let the moderators do the moderating. I've been a member since October 08, and have maybe made 10 threads. Just because I made 4 yesterday, doesn't mean you have to self appoint yourself a moderator and be a kill joy.

Jun 29, 2009 at 03:45 PM

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Jun 29, 2009 at 09:00 PM

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p.1 #20 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

So OP, did you get your D700 yet

Are you out shooting pictures now?

Jun 30, 2009 at 02:34 AM

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p.1 #21 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

Gregory.Rotter wrote:
I'm inclined to think the 5D underexposes a bit more. Any thoughts

I haven't used the meter too much, but when I have, I've found the D700 to be better.
More specifically, for me the D700 has been more consistent in all types of lighting, whereas the 5D and especially the 5d mark II are spotty in scenes with bright skies, and even overcast days. The subject just always seems underexposed whereas the D300, D700, and D3 are just more reliable in that regard.

Jun 30, 2009 at 04:31 AM

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p.1 #22 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

Avi B wrote:
So OP, did you get your D700 yet

Are you out shooting pictures now?

It's coming on friday

Argh the suspense!! I CANT WAIT

Jun 30, 2009 at 01:01 PM

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p.1 #23 · How would compare the metering of the 5D vs D700

canonical wrote:
....hone your vision and technique and you will generally find your gear to be adequate.

I agree. I was frustrated with the D700 for a long while until I realized I was trying to shoot with it like it was a 5D. You just have to get used to the beast. It's a very precise (albeit stupidly heavy

camera! It will do you very well.

Jul 02, 2009 at 08:56 PM


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