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Hey everyone! I’m a 17-year-old amateur photographer currently shooting on a Canon EOS Rebel T3i, and I’m looking for advice on a good telephoto lens upgrade. I’ve been saving money from working a summer job for the past year, and I only have around ...
Hello: I have reviewed the microphone options for the mini-advanced shoe, and they don't work for my application. I need an external condenser microphone that can be on a wire 50 feet away from the camera. I tried a dynamic microphone but voices we...
Tripods are an important item for some photography - astrophotography and landscape to name two, so it seems a good topic to discuss. I've had a number over the years. For now I've settled on the carbon fiber versions (one travel and one not) of th...
Hi there, I intend to buy canon EOS R6 mark II in this May. However, I hear about the release of canon R8 mark II in early 2026. Is it worth buying canon eos r6 mark ii right now or wait for couples months to get the newer generation ?
Hello, as the title says, I'm looking to buy a camera for personal use.I have some knowledge of photography since I worked in the field some time ago, however, due to personal reasons I changed careers.I'm looking to buy a camera for my own use, to t...
I own the R5 mark ii and am looking to buy my first RF lens 70-200mm f2.8. I noticed there are 2 (one has a Z in title) and was wondering the advantages/differences between the 2. I know one is a hybrid? I mostly shoot sports photography (baseball) &...
Is there a cannon printer for sale now as new that uses these inks? Thanks
Hello everyone,I have a 300mm f/2.8 mark II. I mainly shoot wildlife and sports, specifically tennis and motorsport.Does anyone know if there is a difference in image quality between the lens drop in filter and the ones in the EF-RF adapters? I need ...
What is best brand CF-Express card & SD card to use with the Canon R5 Mark ii?
I am looking for an all-in-one printer that can handle paper/color management with ICC profiles like a pro printer. I know from experience with a Canon Pro-100 (and similar pro printers) the ideal way to setup printing from Photoshop is to go to "Ma...
Currently I have multiple Canon EOS cameras with an EF mount. My main cameras are the 6D Mark II. I am looking at an R5 Mark II for the increased mp, among other things. I have a hoard of EF lenses. I am wondering about using the EF to RF converter. ...
Greetings, so I’m a relatively amateur photographer, and stepped away from much photography for quite a while, but hoping to pick it back up some. My current camera is an EOS 60D and I have several lenses, filters, an extended battery grip, and a co...
What are the best dummy batteries (usb-c & dc ends) to use with an NP-F battery plate/ V-mount battery for the Canon R5? What is the best battery plate to use with this camera? Or just go usbc PD with a battery with a full battery with either option?...
Hi everyone,I’m considering upgrading my old Canon EOS 750D setup and would really appreciate some advice.Right now I’m torn between the Canon EOS R10 and a used Canon EOS 5D Mark IV with a fairly low shutter count (under 30,000). Both options are av...
I have a Canon EOS R7 with the kits lens (18-150mm) and the 50mm prime lens. I have been looking at purchasing a telephoto lens for wildlife photography for a while and after much research had settled on the Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM due to i...
