Bowen 0 #1 November 3, 2007 Hey everyone, I am wondering if anyone is using a Canon 40D, and how do you have it mounted. what do you think of the 40D, likes, dislikes? Thanks, M. BowenRetired Tunnel Instructor, Sky/Tunnel Coach Former dealer for 2k Composites, Skysystems, Alti-2, Wings Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #2 November 4, 2007 I have a 40D. Only dislike is where the power switch is; it's not so easy to get to on my current Lbracket (upside down) mounting system. Once I get my Really Right Stuff setup with the L bracket, it'll no longer be an issue. With either the Sigma 8mm or Canon 15mm, it's a great cam. I don't care for the file system either, but it may be I've just not delved into that particular aspect of the camera. I wish it broke the images into groups of 100, or a new folder each time the camera is turned on. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #3 November 4, 2007 The old 10D broke it into groups of 100. Starting at about the 30D I guess they changed it so it groups in I think 10000 now. My XTi does the stupid large groupings too, I really dislike it.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #4 November 4, 2007 QuoteThe old 10D broke it into groups of 100. Starting at about the 30D I guess they changed it so it groups in I think 10000 now. My XTi does the stupid large groupings too, I really dislike it. On my D200 you just hold down a button when you power on the camera and a new folder is created. I think Canon might have a similar feature but I'm not sure...I found this in a Canon 40D review, might be worth looking in to.... • Folders: Automatically created for image storage; new folder can be user-created with “Manual Reset” function; folders cannot be freely selected on memory card by the photographer Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bowen 0 #5 November 9, 2007 Just got my new camera. a 40D. bought from circuit city not too happy about buying from them but I got it for 1250.00 with a 28-135mm IS lens. Its awesome. 1/2 pound heavier than a XTI but I can deal. -MikeRetired Tunnel Instructor, Sky/Tunnel Coach Former dealer for 2k Composites, Skysystems, Alti-2, Wings Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #6 November 9, 2007 Congrats! Didja get your trigger sorted out, or are you buying one of Laszlo's/The ProShop switches? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bowen 0 #7 November 9, 2007 QuoteCongrats! Didja get your trigger sorted out, or are you buying one of Laszlo's/The ProShop switches? I am going to sell my bite switch and buy one of the tongue switch from conceptus. they also make one for the 40D. now I just need to decide between the sigma 8mm / canon 15mm or the canon 10-22mm. I am shooting video with a raynox .5 HD wide angle lens. -Mike PS: Thanks to DSE for all your help!! you are the man!Retired Tunnel Instructor, Sky/Tunnel Coach Former dealer for 2k Composites, Skysystems, Alti-2, Wings Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #8 November 9, 2007 On what camera are you using the Raynox? The width of the camera's wide angle should help you determine which lens to purchase. The 10/22 is likely your best bet, but info on your camcorder will help determine best/full/matching width between camcorder and still cam. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bowen 0 #9 November 9, 2007 Quote On what camera are you using the Raynox? The width of the camera's wide angle should help you determine which lens to purchase. The 10/22 is likely your best bet, but info on your camcorder will help determine best/full/matching width between camcorder and still cam. I am using the .5 lens on my HC-5. I have been researching prime vrs zoom but still dont know what i am talking about.I am not sure if I want a 10-22mm. I keep hearing from forums that I should go prime over zoom. I am pulling hair at this point. -MikeRetired Tunnel Instructor, Sky/Tunnel Coach Former dealer for 2k Composites, Skysystems, Alti-2, Wings Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #10 November 9, 2007 Unless you are doing 100% crops all the time that quality of zoom will be fine for most stuff. If you are ever going to be looking atmoving to a 5D or other full frame sensor camera at this pointthey are not able to accept the EF-S lenses so thats something to keep in mind.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pilotdave 0 #11 November 9, 2007 By the way, the shots I got with the 10-22 last weekend are at http://www.skydivingstills.com/gallery/3776203 (along with some shots from the 70-300). You can see pretty big versions of them (~1024 wide). Those are all at 10mm... I think I've decided that I'm not responsible enough to own such a wide lens. I enjoy getting heavily distorted super-closeup shots of people too much. How did you escape from getting a stupid picture taken?? BTW, one of the shots from the second jump has some fisheye effect... that was added in photoshop. I found the distortion at 10mm to be kind of weird when anything was near the edges. Added the fisheye effect to one I printed. I (surprisingly) think it looks better, but I don't think I'd want all the pictures to have a fisheye look. Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeemax 0 #12 November 12, 2007 How did you get it for that price? They have it listed at $1498 on their websitePhoenix Fly - High performance wingsuits for skydiving and BASE Performance Designs - Simply brilliant canopies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bowen 0 #13 November 12, 2007 QuoteHow did you get it for that price? They have it listed at $1498 on their website They were offering a special for 1399 plus 10% off for web purchase with in-store pick up.Retired Tunnel Instructor, Sky/Tunnel Coach Former dealer for 2k Composites, Skysystems, Alti-2, Wings Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
