08-13-2014 12:55 PM
Went from Rebel to 5d M3, big jump I know.. Camera coming today any firmware advice? I guess I need to see what version I have on camera first.
08-13-2014 01:16 PM
Congrats on the new camera.
In general, I would always look to see what firmware my equipment is and check to see if there's an update that I want. I didn't bother to update my 6D because I didn't speak whatever language the error was in. But unlike the 6D, Canon actually cares about fixing/upgrading the 5D3. The last firmware upgrade was significant, IMHO, allowing up to f/8 on the center point. If the 5d3 isn't current, I would update it.
08-13-2014 01:28 PM
@Skirball wrote:Congrats on the new camera.
In general, I would always look to see what firmware my equipment is and check to see if there's an update that I want. I didn't bother to update my 6D because I didn't speak whatever language the error was in. But unlike the 6D, Canon actually cares about fixing/upgrading the 5D3. The last firmware upgrade was significant, IMHO, allowing up to f/8 on the center point. If the 5d3 isn't current, I would update it.
The most recent firmware update (1.2.3) came out last October. I recently bought a new 5D3, and it was at that level when I received it.
08-13-2014 01:29 PM
08-13-2014 02:02 PM
@Captdanno wrote:
Thank you for your reply, I must say I am a bit surprised on what I see on the forums regarding the firmware on this camera. I hope I have made the correct decision in my Canon purchase.
I don't know what they've been saying, but the 5D3 is a fine camera. I think you'll be impressed by its performance. A very large cohort of professional and semi-professional photographers use it intensively. If it weren't a good choice, they couldn't afford to stick with it.
Many of us have found that the 24-105mm f/4L is a nice, affordable general-purpose lens on a 5D3. You might want to consider it if you don't already have one.
08-13-2014 02:52 PM
08-13-2014 03:53 PM
@Captdanno wrote:
Good to hear Bob, I paired the. 5d3 with the 24 105 f4 AND the 70 200 2.8 IS Ii, a little overlap but it's a great start I think
That's one helluva upgrade. Congrats, it's a top notch kit and should last you a good long while. Toss in a fast prime and a wide angle and you'll be set. Maybe a couple flashes and some triggers. And a good tripod and a head. You'll probably want some filters, and maybe a macro lens... heh, welcome to club 😉
08-13-2014 04:06 PM
08-13-2014 10:00 PM
@Skirball wrote:
@Captdanno wrote:
Good to hear Bob, I paired the. 5d3 with the 24 105 f4 AND the 70 200 2.8 IS Ii, a little overlap but it's a great start I thinkThat's one helluva upgrade. Congrats, it's a top notch kit and should last you a good long while. Toss in a fast prime and a wide angle and you'll be set. Maybe a couple flashes and some triggers. And a good tripod and a head. You'll probably want some filters, and maybe a macro lens... heh, welcome to club 😉
By "club", she means, of course, the Future Paupers of America.
08-13-2014 10:33 PM
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