Canon and Sony News for May 2014 (Page 2)

 Tuesday, May 27, 2014

From Canon USA:

New Campaign Includes TV, Theater and Digital Advertising as Well as New Consumer-centric "Bring It" Microsite

MELVILLE, N.Y., May 27, 2014 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to announce a new marketing campaign, "Bring It," designed to enlighten consumers to a new perspective of telling better stories with higher quality images and video. The campaign, scheduled to roll out this month, features Canon's line of EOS digital SLR cameras and lenses with a rallying cry for everyone to bring their best images and videos to be shared on the Canon "Bring It" microsite.

With a history dating as far back as the 1930s, Canon brought high-quality photography to market. Then, the heritage brand was the first to bring Hollywood caliber HD video to its digital SLR cameras. Today, Canon builds on its legacy by bringing a movement designed to show the public the value a Canon camera can bring to capture outstanding images and videos. Consumers should not settle for good enough, when they can have great. The new 'Bring It' campaign asks the masses to bring their talent, bring everything they have to the art of creating inspiring still and video images.

Through a series of TV, in-cinema and digital spots, "Bring It" pays homage to Canon's past and future as a leader in digital imaging technology, including scenes from the recent film Need for Speed, as well as personal home videos conveying the impact Canon has had from Hollywood to the general public. Consumers are also encouraged to be part of this social movement using the hashtag #BringIt every time they upload their creative HD videos and still images on social media sharing sites like Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Consumer submitted content shared online with #BringIt may be featured and celebrated on the campaign microsite, bringit.usa.canon.com, beginning in July.

"We want this new ad campaign to inspire everyone who is passionate about photography to show us the talents they possess," said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A. "The idea behind 'Bring It' is to encourage people to strive to not only take better pictures and videos, but to take their cameras wherever they go, allowing them to tell their unique visual stories -stories that will stand out from the crowd and last a lifetime."

Bring It Microsite
In addition, the "Bring It" microsite will serve as a gallery for consumer-submitted images and video, visitors to the bringit.usa.canon.com microsite will get a behind-the-scenes view of the inspiration behind each contribution and information on the products and methods used to produce what is being showcased. The microsite will also feature interactive content about Canon products, as well as educational tools to help inspire and guide consumers as they embark on their own journeys of producing still images and Hollywood caliber HD videos.

For the latest news and announcements related to Canon's "Bring It" campaign, follow @CanonUSAImaging on Twitter and join the conversation with #BringIt.

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Post Date: 5/27/2014 8:39:12 AM ET   Posted By: Sean
 Monday, May 26, 2014

From Profoto's YouTube Channel:

On May 21, Profoto and photographer Jared Platt did a live webinar on how to shoot senior portraits (and how to make the best use of one flash on location.)

Those of you who do not live in the US might wonder what a senior portrait is. Well, it is simply a portrait taken of a student at the beginning of his or hers senior year of high school.

Did you miss it? No worries. The webinar was recorded and is now available as a video.

B&H carries Profoto gear.

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Post Date: 5/26/2014 8:40:33 AM ET   Posted By: Sean

From RØDE:

RØDE has today announced a fully updated version of its award-winning Blimp system. The new model is now twenty-five percent lighter, with Rycote Lyre suspension and premium Mogami cabling.

The original RØDE Blimp as launched in 2008, and quickly became the best-selling system of its kind. Upon release it was awarded both the European Red Dot and Australian International Design Award – two of the world’s most respected product design awards – recognising the Blimp as a product of sophisticated design, solving a number of challenges faced by location sound recordists.

This new version of the Blimp sees a range of functional improvements that make it unquestionably the best windshield and shock mounting accessory available.

Building on the system’s existing high level of performance, the Blimp’s shock mounting is now performed by the robust and user-friendly Lyre system, licensed from Rycote. Constructed from a single piece of hard-wearing thermoplastic, the Lyre provides superior acoustic suspension to traditional elastic solutions, and will never wear out, sag or snap. Whereas the previous Blimp required users to reconfigure the elastic suspension for heavier microphones, the Lyre is able to accommodate a range of microphones without any modification, making adjustments in the field even easier.

The Blimp’s handle has also been completely redesigned, reducing the product weight significantly, while increasing the ergonomics for handheld use. Housed inside the grip is a heavy-duty Mogami cable which splits via a junction box to a highly-flexible thin cable inside the Blimp, to minimise the transference of vibration to the microphone.

In addition to RØDE’s range of shotgun microphones – the NTG1, NTG2 and NTG3, the Blimp also accommodates most shotgun microphones up to 325mm (12 ¾”) in length. It attaches to any standard boompole via 3/8" thread attachment at the base. RØDE also offers the Universal Blimp Mount as an option to remove the handle when the Blimp is being used primarily on a boompole to reduce weight.

An artificial fur windshield (affectionately known as a Dead Wombat) is included for outdoor use to minimise wind noise. Additionally a compact folding brush is supplied to maintain the Dead Wombat’s artificial fur.

B&H carries RØDE products.

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Post Date: 5/26/2014 6:56:50 AM ET   Posted By: Sean

From Canon Digital Learning Center:

"Everyone has a method of getting critical focus for a shot. There are no right or wrong ways to do it. If you can get the focus you are looking for, then you are doing it the right way for YOU.

Canon’s engineers have included a plethora of tools in recent EOS cameras to aid the photographer in getting that perfect focus. They have included great features such as more autofocus points, smaller Spot type focus points, three options for expanding the size of an AF point, and even a joystick to control them. While each AF Area setting has its place in different shooting situations, what if you want to use two interchangeably from shot to shot without slowing down?"

See the entire article on the Canon Digital Learning Center.

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Post Date: 5/26/2014 6:48:18 AM ET   Posted By: Sean
 Friday, May 23, 2014

The ability to select between concise and detailed navigation menus is now available. The concise menu is what was previously on the site and remains the default for current and new site visitors. The detailed menu, as shown in the image above, offers direct links to the individual camera and lens review pages. The advantage of the detailed navigation is quick access to these review pages, while the disadvantage is about 70k of additional bandwidth needed to download each page. The detailed navigation may not work well on some devices, especially those with small displays.

To select the menu type not currently in use, click on the bottom link in the Review menu drop-down (circled in red in the image above). Alternatively, you can use the "Configure Your Experience" section (also new) on the Help page to do the same.

Also new is that the menu bar will now remain at the top of the page as you scroll down. This enables fast access to any section of the site including the detailed reviews menu. Since the top menu bar is always visible, the bottom menu bar became redundant. It has been removed to improve page load speed.

These updates were quite intrusive from a coding perspective. Please report any issues you encounter.

This site is for you, so please let us know if you have feedback/suggestions. These are always welcome!

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Post Date: 5/23/2014 10:35:39 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Thursday, May 22, 2014

From the Canon Camera Museum:

This month's technical report brings you technical information about the Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX II. The MR-14EX II is the follow-up model to the MR-14EX. It provides more effective lighting for macro photography of flowers and insects as well as for shooting photos of products and people. The MR-14EX II offers a remarkable improvement in operability over its predecessor. The "NEW" beside headings indicates a functional improvement over the MR-14EX.

Technical Report Index

  1. What is the Macro Ring Lite?
  2. Continuing and improving on the Macro Ring Lite's outstanding basic performance
  3. Improved operability
  4. Better reliability
  5. System accessories (Figure 4)

B&H has the Canon Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX II available for preorder.

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Post Date: 5/22/2014 9:46:25 AM ET   Posted By: Sean

From Canon USA:

EOS C300 Feature Upgrade offering enhanced autofocusing capability is now available.

Details
Now available from Canon is a feature upgrade for the EOS C300 Digital Video Camera that will offer an autofocus mode to help ensure sharp focus and smooth focus transitions. The upgrade provides a new Continuous AF (Autofocus) Function for all Canon EF autofocus Lenses, using Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology. A new AF Lock setting also lets you change the image framing while holding the desired focus. These critical focusing capabilities are designed to help reduce out of focus video while providing for smooth focus transitions and assist users when operating with small crews.

Learn more about the EOS C300 Feature Upgrade by visiting the dedicated webpage on the Canon USA website.

Support
Canon USA will perform Feature Upgrade on the EOS C300 at a cost of $500*, and will require that the EOS C300 cameras be sent to an official Canon Service Center. Please contact the Canon Customer Support Center for details. This Feature upgrade is only available for the EF mount EOS C300 Digital Cinema Camera.

This information is for residents of the United States and Puerto Rico only. If you do not reside in the USA or Puerto Rico, please contact the Canon Customer Support Center in your region. Please register your EOS C300. By registering, we will be able to notify you via email when future firmware updates become available for download.

*Does not include Shipping and Handling charges or applicable Sales Tax.

Thank you,
Customer Support Operations
Canon U.S.A., Inc.

Contact Information for Inquiries
Phone: 1-855-CINE-EOS (toll free)
Email: CinemaEOS@cits.canon.com

B&H carries the Canon EOS C300 Cinema camera.

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Post Date: 5/22/2014 9:13:31 AM ET   Posted By: Sean

According to PopPhoto, Adobe demonstrated a touch-enabled version of Photoshop CC at a recent Microsoft Surface press event. According to sources, the user interface buttons and tools have been doubled in size to accomodate touch functionality.

Last month Adobe announced Lightroom Mobile for iOS – so a touch-version of Photoshop seems like the next logical step.

Note: Don't miss Adobe's Photoshop Photography Program deal expiring soon. That's Photoshop CC and Lightroom 5 for only $9.99 per month with no previous ownership requirements (offer valid through May 31).

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Post Date: 5/22/2014 8:24:22 AM ET   Posted By: Sean

From Canon New Zealand:

For the first time ever, Canon Australia is a major supporter at Vivid Sydney 2014. Present throughout the event, 23 May – 9 June 2014, Canon will be helping visitors get the most out of their Vivid Sydney experience and capture images worth treasuring.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Vivid Sydney and the Festival’s owner and manager, Destination NSW, for this amazing visual spectacle,” said Jason McLean, Director – Canon Consumer Imaging, Canon Australia. “We’re looking forward to helping thousands of people make the most of the event and see just how easy it is to capture and create beautiful photos they only dreamed of until now.”

Learn at Canon Photo Spots and Photo Hubs

Canon Photo Stops and Photo Hubs will be located at iconic photography vantage points distilling the city’s reflections. Each Canon spot will provide tips and tricks on taking the best photo possible. Roaming Canon Ambassadors will be located around the Photo Hubs sharing their photography knowledge and expertise to help visitors perfect their technique. Visitors can also sign up for a walking tour with the Canon Collective team and be guided through the city by photography experts, while shooting the stunning Festival with an EOS 70D digital SLR camera.

Challenge yourself with Photo5LIVE

Throughout Vivid Sydney, Canon will be hosting a series of photography challenges, as part of Photo5LIVE, giving visitors the chance to win some great Canon prizes. Photo5LIVE is a competition where one everyday item is used to inspire an imaginative image. Photo briefs and competition information will be announced via www.canon.com.au/photo5live.

The full Canon experience at Canon HQ

Canon HQ – located in the heart of The Rocks – will allow people to touch and try all things Canon, from cameras and printers to photobooks and wall art. There will even be a Canon shop for those wanting to buy on the spot. Visitors can also enjoy transient art installations, projections and moving photography.

“Immerse yourself in the full Canon experience at Vivid Sydney 2014. Be inspired, challenge yourself, improve your skills and do more with your images than you ever thought possible,” Mr McLean said.

Key Website Links

www.canon.com.au/vivid
www.canon.com.au/photo5live
www.canon.com.au/collective

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Post Date: 5/22/2014 7:09:16 AM ET   Posted By: Sean
 Wednesday, May 21, 2014

From the Canon USA YouTube Channel:

Watch Ken from Canon Service & Support as he explains the Canon service process to help you better understand what to expect when you send your camera or video equipment in for repair.

Relevant Links

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Post Date: 5/21/2014 9:08:09 AM ET   Posted By: Sean

From DxO:

DxO Optics Pro v9.5 offers a new image transfer feature that lets users process their RAW photos from Lightroom. Used in tandem with the Adobe software, DxO Optics Pro has definitively become the ideal solution when it comes to image quality.

This upgrade also adds support for 4 new cameras and 165 new DxO Optics Modules. Also available is DxO ViewPoint v2.1.6, which benefits from the addition of new DxO Optics Modules.

The first workflow completely integrated with Lightroom

Up until now, exporting a RAW image from Lightroom to another software application required first converting it to JPEG or TIFF format, which can reduce image quality. DxO Optics Pro v9.5 offers the first non-destructive workflow that is completely integrated with Lightroom.

This very simple process lets users transfer their RAW images in one click from the Lightroom cataloguer to DxO Optics Pro, process them, and then return them to Lightroom in DNG format, which retains the qualities of a RAW file so as to facilitate additional processing.

The dual non-destructive flow gives users optimal flexibility right through to the final adjustments to their photos.

To learn more about the interaction between DxO Optics Pro and Lightroom, go to our dedicated web page.

The power of DxO processing accessible in just one click

Accessible directly from Lightroom, this workflow puts all of DxO’s image quality know-how into the hands of Adobe software users:

  • The quality of its RAW conversion based on prior calibration of each sensor;
  • The efficiency of its exclusive PRIME technology in eliminating noise, even under the most extreme shooting conditions;
  • The power and precision of its optical corrections which, based on the calibration of each camera/lens combination, eliminates distortion, chromatic aberrations, and vignetting, as well as restores image sharpness;
  • The intelligent exposure optimization of its DxO Smart Lighting feature, which among other things allows for perfect recovery of highlights.

DxO Optics Pro automatically adjusts all of these parameters to produce an optimized rendering during batch processing, thus saving users a significant amount of time.

Increased compatibility with XMP standard

With the aim of facilitating its workflow with Lightroom, DxO Optics Pro v9.5 offers greater compatibility with the XMP standard: star or color rankings stored in image metadata are now perfectly preserved during transfer.

More than 18,000 available Optics Modules

DxO Optics Pro supports most current camera models on the market. DxO Optics Pro v9.5 now handles RAW files from 5 additional cameras: the Canon PowerShot G1 X Mark II, the Nikon 1 V3, the Panasonic Lumix GH-4, and the Sony A6000.

Finally, 165 new camera/lens combinations have been added to the library, which today counts more than 18,000 available DxO Optics Modules.

DxO ViewPoint v2.1.6 now available

DxO ViewPoint v2.1.6 also benefits from the addition of new camera/lens combinations for automatic correction of distortion in JPEG and TIFF images.

Availability

Both DxO Optics Pro v9.5 and DxO ViewPoint v2.1.6 are now available at authorized photo resellers.

List of new DxO Optics Modules:

Canon | Nikon | Panasonic | Sony

B&H carries DxO Optics Pro 9 and DxO ViewPoint 2.

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Post Date: 5/21/2014 8:37:59 AM ET   Posted By: Sean
 Tuesday, May 20, 2014

By Sean Setters

A few days ago I wrote an article about the importance of self-portraits. Today, I'm going to tell you about a self-portrait years in the making...

I can still remember when my coworker, fellow photographer and friend James Evins first mentioned the Strobist blog to me in late 2007. He suggested that I start looking into off-camera flash and said that David Hobby's Strobist blog was the best resource to learn how.

After a couple of months of digging through Hobby's Lighting 101 and monitoring the discussion threads on the Strobist Flickr Group, I bought my first off-camera flash gear – a Vivitar 285HV and a set of Cactus V2s triggers.

I became fascinated by the entire process of lighting. Where should the light(s) be positioned? Which modifier(s) should I use? What power level(s) should the flash(es) be set to? Should I gel the flash(es) for color correction or simply for the sake of creativity?

As the years flew by, I collected more lighting gear and refined the techniques I used to express my own photographic vision. Most of my lighting gear was purchased used on eBay to reduce the investment required to fill out my kit.

The popularity of David Hobby's blog led to the rise of an industry – lighting modifiers, inexpensive radio triggers and tools designed specifically for off-camera [shoe-mount] flash use. His impact on the industry is, in my opinion, immeasurable.

Almost three years ago I had an idea – to use all of my lighting equipment in a self-portrait dedicated to David Hobby, a man who had influenced my photography more than any other. It would also be a way to demonstrate to my local client base why my portraiture differed from those natural-light shooters around me. I plotted a rough lighting setup on my white board and left it there.

The lighting setup diagram stayed on my white board for almost a year before I had to erase it to use the space for something else. But the idea stuck. It was burned into the back of my mind. All I needed to do was find an appropriate location that I could use for several hours while completing the rather arduous setup and shooting. I planned on shooting the image in three sections (left, middle, right) because I didn't have enough light stands to hold every modifier I owned. I would then combine the exposures in post.

Almost two more years went by before I found a suitable location – the Backdoor Playhouse at Tennessee Technological University – and made the right connections to gain access to it. I was granted an entire evening with the venue.

When setting up for the shoot, I realized that the stage was smaller than I had anticipated. That meant I couldn't reasonably fit all the equipment that I actually owned on the stage. So I made a game-time decision to limit my lighting setup to the number of lights that I could trigger at one time. The ultimate limitation was the number of monolights and flashes that I brought – 7 monolights and 5 shoe-mount flashes. One of the shoe-mount flashes was used in the back to trigger various lights via optical slaves.

Below is a timelapse video of the whole shoot. I used a tripod mounted Canon EOS 7D + Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art set to capture images every 13 seconds. The 4-hour shoot is nicely condensed into 50 seconds.

Here's a list of the gear I used to create the image:

Lights

Support

Modifiers

Triggers and Receivers

All in all, I'm happy with how the image turned out. While I did leave some gear on the table (several umbrellas, gridded strip boxes, another beauty dish, etc), I think the image serves its purpose – to honor the man that inspired me light the world in front of my camera.

You can find the full-resolution image here.

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Post Date: 5/20/2014 7:35:35 AM ET   Posted By: Sean
 Monday, May 19, 2014

A fresh layer of snow adds a beautiful element to any landscape shot

By Jonathan Huyer

Winter – call me crazy – is my favourite time of year for photography. This is fortunate, because in my mountain home of Canmore, Canada, winter can last for half the year. The snow and ice make for terrific landscape shots, and the short winter days also mean that you can sleep in and still catch a nice sunrise shot. Wildlife photography is also readily available in the mountain parks, with the exception of the hibernating bears. But winter photography brings with it a host of challenges that don’t exist at all in the warmer months, and being properly prepared can make all the difference. This article is an attempt to summarize the things I’ve learned over the years, mostly by trial and error, that have allowed me to survive and even thrive in the harsh weather.

Clothing

It’s fairly obvious that the most important item for successful winter photography is your choice of outerwear. The goal is to find clothing that protects you from the wind and cold, and yet also allows you to move around freely and operate the camera. I work on a layer system, and adjust according to the conditions of the day. Here is the complete kit:

  • Boots: NEOS overshoes (for temperatures above -15 C), or thermal lined winter boots for colder days. In areas where I will need extra traction (on ice, for example), I add traction spikes to the boots. I have found that Kahtoola Microspikes work very well for this.
  • Pants: Long underwear, lined blue jeans, waterproof shell pants, or insulated ski pants for colder days
  • Top: Merino wool layers (two or three), plus a big fleece hoodie
  • Jacket: Canada Goose Expedition Parka
  • Head: Wool toque (that’s a Canadian word, eh)
  • Hands: Thin windproof gloves inside big insulated overmitts
  • Face: For the coldest days, I add a face mask and ski goggles

On top of this, I always make use of chemical heat packs. They are easily the best solution for cold fingers, which is the greatest challenge in winter photography. I use four at a time and stuff them inside my thin gloves as well as the overmitts. If I’m only going to use them for a short period of time, then I will seal them in a zip top bag to stop the reaction and enable them to be reused later.

If you are standing outdoors in extreme wind or cold and need to use ski goggles, then your biggest difficulty will be keeping them free of fog and ice. I have heard that Smith goggles with a battery-powered fan are excellent at this, and I’m going to try them out next season.

Jonathan Huyer Self-Portrait

A self-portrait in my full winter kit, on the frozen tundra of northern Manitoba

Photography Gear

  • Tripod – In cold weather, simple tasks like setting up your tripod can become painstaking and arduous. A tripod with big locking knobs that you can tighten with your mitts on is a huge asset. When you set your tripod down in the snow, test it to be sure that it is stable. The snow may seem steady, but the tripod might still sink when you add the camera. If you are going to be on ice, you can often find spiked points for your tripod legs that can replace the standard rubber pads. I’m a big fan of using the centre hook on the tripod to attach a weighted object (I hang my camera bag from it). The stability improves dramatically with this trick. I’ve seen tripods blow over in winter gales… don’t let that happen to you.
  • Camera – It’s really quite amazing how well digital cameras work in cold temperatures. I have never had a mechanical problem with my SLRs, in temperatures down to -37 C. The battery will always be the weakest link in the system, and you will need to keep a close watch on the power meter. When it gets low, swap the battery for a warm one (I carry two spares inside my jacket). Once you’ve reheated the cold battery, it will regain most of its charge and will be good to use again. In very low temperatures, the LCD screen on the top of the camera will become sluggish and eventually fade out completely. Fortunately the rear display screen is immune to this issue, so you can use it to monitor and adjust your settings (Canon has the ‘Q’ button for this purpose). If you are taking aurora photos at night, use a headlamp with a red filter on it to help navigate your buttons. One of the best tricks I learned is to use a cable release, and stuff it inside my left mitt. That way I can operate the camera shutter with toasty warm fingers. Composing your shot can be very challenging if you are using the viewfinder. If you accidentally breathe on it, your beautiful scene will be replaced with a cloud of fog or ice. I carry some Q-tips in a plastic bag in case I have to deal with that problem.
  • Lenses – Perhaps the biggest challenge with lenses in cold weather is making use of filters. I love using polarizers and neutral density filters, but they are all fiddly and can never be manipulated with mitts on. My only solution is to use the thin gloves and work as quickly as possible. Practicing ahead of time is helpful. I carry a rocket blower in a pocket to remove any snow that might fall on the filters. A blower is also handy for getting rid of snow that might accumulate inside a lens hood.

Jonathan Huyer – Winter Sunrise

A winter sunrise shot, taken with a tilt-shift lens and a graduated neutral-density filter.

After the shoot

When packing up, I remove the lens and attach the caps to both the lens and camera body. Then I seal the camera in a zip-top bag before bringing it indoors. I leave the lenses and other gear inside my camera bag, and when I bring them indoors I am careful not to open the bag for several hours until it has warmed up to room temperature. This will avoid condensation or ice formation on your equipment. The camera will warm up faster in the separate plastic bag. Once it is at room temperature you can remove it from the plastic bag and open the compartments to access the memory card and battery. If you are in a hurry to access your memory card, then remove it from the camera outdoors before you put it in the plastic bag. But seal the card in a case, to warm it up separately and prevent condensation from affecting the contacts.

Milder days

If the temperature outdoors is mild (-10 C or warmer) then the camera will have no trouble being outdoors all day long. If you are photographing from one location (such as on a wildlife shoot), keep the camera outside until the end of the day. The battery should experience very little power loss at that temperature.

Photographing from a vehicle

When taking wildlife photos in the winter, it is often beneficial (and more comfortable) to stay inside the car. Your car is a portable blind, and animals are usually a lot more likely to stick around if you shoot from the window. However an unexpected issue can arise, due to warm air flowing out of the window when you open it. Your backgrounds will appear noticeably mottled, and your subject might also lose some sharpness from the refraction. The solution is to turn off your heater fan, and open all the windows when you are shooting. Yes this will make the inside of the car a lot colder, so be prepared by dressing appropriately and wearing thin gloves. Don’t forget to shut off your car engine as well. You’ll eliminate vibrations, and the silence will enhance the experience you are having with the wild animal.

Jonathan Huyer – Moose

Moose, photographed from my car.

Summary

Winter can be a fantastic time for photography, and being properly prepared can make it all the more enjoyable. As always with photography, practice helps immensely, so don’t hesitate to get out there and make the most of a cold-weather day.

You can check out http://www.huyerperspectives.com/ for many more images captured in cold weather!

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Post Date: 5/19/2014 10:38:57 AM ET   Posted By: Sean

I received an email from friend-of-the-site David G. this weekend. David has started his Christmas shopping list early this year:

"I hope you don't mind... I've "adapted" an Image from your website and put it to good use.

I did a bit of "window shopping" on the B&H website and got current prices for all the lenses in your Canon "drool" image.

I added the prices to the image with a none-too-subtle headline at the top [David's original title was "Davo's Christmas Wish List"] and set it as my desktop wallpaper.

[The key strategy:] Hopefully my wife sees it and takes the hint (we can all live in hope).

For the record, if I could only have one, it would have to be the 200-400mm with built-in teleconverter... magic lens! (but then, they all are).

Great website... keep up the good work!

David G."

Thanks for sharing, David! We're all grabbing tissues right now (and checking eBay's terms of service relating to kidney sales).

You can download David's full resolution image here.

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Post Date: 5/19/2014 9:40:21 AM ET   Posted By: Bryan
 Saturday, May 17, 2014

From The Canon USA YouTube Channel:

Telephoto lenses let you get close in on a subject. Photographer and educator Matt Kloskowski shows you how to get the most out of your Canon telephoto Lenses.

Check out the other videos in the EF 101 video series:

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Post Date: 5/17/2014 9:39:50 AM ET   Posted By: Sean
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