Frequent 'eos' Questions

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9 answers

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What is the difference between EF and EF-S lenses?

This is specific to Canon, but what is the difference between EF and EF-S lenses?

CodeToGlory

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asked Jul 16, 2010 at 0:00

70 votes

14 answers

15k views

Is there any significant difference between Nikon and Canon?

I'm considering purchasing a DSLR for the first time here in the next couple of months. The two "big boys" seem to be Canon and Nikon. I've looked at both companies, and I can't really see significant ...

Billy ONeal

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asked Jun 5, 2011 at 22:18

17 votes

6 answers

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Lens upgrade paths (sub $1000) for the EF-S 18-55mm IS kit lens for Canon APS-C cameras [closed]

This is somewhat a follow-up to my earlier question on the limitations of the kit lens. I have browsed through quite a lot of sites including this one for user opinions & reviews of different ...

ab.aditya

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asked Feb 10, 2011 at 12:09

27 votes

1 answer

7k views

Is it really better to shoot at full-stop ISOs?

The second half of this answer says Notice that I only shot full-stop ISO which is important with Canon DSLRs because the gain to obtain the 1/3 stops in between is applied in software by the ...

user6189

asked Oct 27, 2013 at 22:12

3 votes

1 answer

1k views

Pictures of surfers start in focus then go out of focus?

I was recently shooting some surfers after a session with my 7D and Tamron 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD. I started shooting while he was in focus, then as he got to the main part of the maneuver ...

Cole Y

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asked Apr 5, 2015 at 21:31

2 votes

2 answers

1k views

Is there a good remote timer compatible with most Nikon and Canon (and Pentax and Sony) cameras?

I wish to experiment with HDR night photography and timelapse video editing. Both require me to take multiple shots are regular intervals for prolonged durations, and I obviously do not wish to sit ...

anarcat

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asked Jan 14, 2014 at 6:11

49 votes

3 answers

396k views

What does STM mean on a Canon lens?

The Canon EF 40mm f/2.8 has a designation of STM on the lens. What does this mean? What are the advantages of having it and does it replace an older technology? We have a terminology thread that ...

dpollitt

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asked Jun 7, 2012 at 17:07

3 votes

5 answers

2k views

Will I see enough improvement moving from EF-S to "L" lenses to warrant the cost?

My wife and I are driving through the Black Hills, Mt.Rushmore, on to Yellowstone and Glacier National park. I currently own a Canon 70d, using my 15-85mm & 55-250mm Canon lenses. Knowing I'll ...

Bob Huston

31

asked Aug 13, 2016 at 17:13

4 votes

4 answers

3k views

Will the Canon 5D MK II with 100-400 1:4.5-5.6 work properly with Kenko 1.4 converter?

I'm using 5D MKII body and 100-400 f/4.5-5.6 lens. I want to use a 1.4 converter; will the Kenko converter work and autofocus properly?

Ruud

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asked Aug 7, 2013 at 9:52

3 votes

1 answer

2k views

What should I look for in a wireless flash trigger for a home studio?

I'm an amateur photographer looking for a wireless flash trigger. My gear is Canon 70D with Speedlight 380ex. My question is: what should I look for in a flash trigger? How important is the trigger ...

Boris

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asked Dec 20, 2014 at 17:19

3 votes

3 answers

3k views

Is there a Canon equivalent of the Nikon CLS?

Does Canon have its own version of the creative lighting system?

connersz

1,906

asked Nov 17, 2014 at 11:28

36 votes

9 answers

74k views

What are the major differences between these camera series by Canon?

Here is a shot of the different series of camras that Canon has to offer: There's several models of Rebel, then there's the 50D, the 5D, and the 1Ds. Broadly, which one is for whom broadly?

Lazer

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asked Jul 18, 2010 at 9:47

5 votes

1 answer

30k views

Can I use a EF lens with a EF-S camera?

I have a canon 760D. It has a EF-S lens mount. Am I able to use a EF lens with my camera?

Nosh

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asked Aug 11, 2016 at 10:14

49 votes

5 answers

40k views

What apertures are required to enable autofocus, including cross-type or high-precision focusing, on Canon DSLR cameras?

This is a follow-up to Why does Canon and Nikon limit or disable autofocus beyond certain f-numbers? I'm doing this to separate the AF aperture requirements from the linked question above. My goal ...

bwDraco

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asked Oct 15, 2011 at 2:25

3 votes

2 answers

15k views

Canon 75-300mm f4-5.6 USM or 55-250mm f4-5.6 IS lens?

I am getting a deal on a Canon T3 cam with 18-55mm kit lens and I have choice of one extra lens: 75-300mm f4-5.6 and 55-250mm f4-5.6. I generally like to shoot street, abstract and nature photos and I'...

mohit mishra

31

asked Feb 26, 2013 at 0:41

19 votes

3 answers

63k views

What's the difference between Canon's silent and non-silent shooting?

I'm using a Canon 5D MkIII and I've been exceptionally pleased with the results of the 'new' single/continuous silent shooting functionality. I'd like to know what the difference between silent and ...

NULLZ

2,546

asked May 6, 2013 at 0:56

16 votes

8 answers

56k views

Is it worth it to buy an FD-EOS adapter, or is it better to exchange a misbought lens?

I recently bought a manual-focus (since manual doesn't bother me) 100mm prime macro lens. However, I didn't notice at the time of purchase that it was an FD lens. (I'm a hobbyist; I didn't know Canon ...

John Rudy

543

asked Jan 18, 2011 at 0:42

3 votes

3 answers

327 views

How do I choose a lens for my first DSLR to replicate the capabilities of my bridge camera?

I am planning to migrate from my Sony DSC-HX1 bridge camera (28-560mm) to Canon EOS 800D. Now I had learned that 'x' based zoom values are not applicable to DSLR's and I am lost with all the ...

Rookie2017

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asked Aug 10, 2017 at 11:28

25 votes

3 answers

55k views

What is the difference between Canon "L" lenses and non-L lenses?

The Canon L lenses are much more expensive and presumably much better quality than non-L lenses. What makes an "L" lens? How much better are they over a similar length/speed "ordinary" canon lenses?

Ken

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asked Jan 16, 2011 at 12:30

17 votes

9 answers

54k views

Should I use a 100mm Macro lens as a portrait lens?

I am specifically considering using the Canon 100mm Macro as a portrait lens. If I want to have a macro in my bag, but not carry around a 70-200 2.8 due to weight, size, white color, or price if it ...

dpollitt

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asked May 29, 2011 at 20:42

6 votes

2 answers

5k views

How to automatically apply a Lightroom Preset based on appropriate (Canon) Picture Style on import

Note: I do not believe this question is a duplicate of "How to emulate the in-camera processing into lightroom" (I referred to this question in my question) I just want that my monochrome images stay ...

c33s

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asked Mar 6, 2014 at 13:51

26 votes

7 answers

10k views

Is it worth it to have the 50mm f/1.8 Canon lens?

Is it really useful to have a fast prime lens for portrait photography, considering a low budget? If it is, what about the Canon EF 50mm F1.8 II? I have an entry level 18-55mm lens and a Canon 20D.

Ifi

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asked Oct 18, 2010 at 17:16

12 votes

6 answers

5k views

What is a good Canon lens to take portraits?

I have a Canon T2I, and also a good prime lens (50mm / f1.8) but I cannot seem to take close up portraits like I see in magazines. Do I need a better lens?

CodeToGlory

2,291

asked Aug 9, 2010 at 0:32

5 votes

6 answers

25k views

Canon EOS 4000D Hot Shoe for Sync (with Studio Flashes)

The external Flash is not showing up in the configuration Menu when using Pixel TF-321 hot shoe. Is this the wrong adapter for that camera, as there is no X connection? I want to trigger a studio ...

Sto

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asked Dec 20, 2018 at 18:23

2 votes

3 answers

458 views

Find hyperfocal distance for HD (1920x1080) resolution?

I'm using panohelp.com to prepare tables with hyperfocal distances for my camera. The most important camera-specific info I have to plug in is the circle of confusion (0.019mm for my Canon EOS600D). ...

Hagen von Eitzen

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asked Feb 2, 2017 at 11:01

1 vote

2 answers

4k views

How do I set up a Godox X2Tc to control a Canon Speedlite 430 EXII

I have a Godox X2Tc and a Godox X1Rc. I want to control my Canon Speedlite 430 EXII. (I also have a Godox V1, which is a beautiful thing!) I have the Canon Speedlite attached to the Godox receiver, so ...

TDiz1

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asked Sep 14, 2019 at 22:19

0 votes

2 answers

17k views

Canon 50mm f1.4 no longer focuses reliably

On my Canon 6D, other lenses work as expected. But my 50mm f1.4 which has been very reliable for many years is not focusing correctly. It can sometimes focus when the subject is close (1-5' away). ...

Sajee

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asked Jan 25, 2015 at 16:26

36 votes

10 answers

4k views

What are some tips for shooting in low light?

I own a Canon 450D with just the standard kit lens that comes with it (I don't plan buying a new lens for a while) and one thing I tend to struggle with is shooting in lower light conditions, indoors ...

Nathan W

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asked Jul 15, 2010 at 23:09

14 votes

3 answers

38k views

Are Canon EOS and Nikon DSLR lenses interchangeable?

Can we use the lenses from, say a Canon EOS 550D kit (Canon EF-S 18-55mm) with a Nikon DSLR D5000 for example) ? Also, is the reverse possible ? I'm looking at interchangeability between recent DSLR ...

Abhinav

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asked Aug 29, 2010 at 15:27

13 votes

3 answers

17k views

What is Nano USM and how does it compare to an STM or USM lens?

The Canon EF-S 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM has a designation of Nano USM on the lens. What does this mean? What are the advantages of having it vs STM or USM? We have a terminology thread that usually ...

dpollitt

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asked Feb 18, 2016 at 17:27

4 votes

3 answers

744 views

Will switching from Canon to Nikon as a way to improve image quality make my stock images saleable? [duplicate]

I'm an amateur currently owning a Canon 700D and a few lenses (18-55, 10-18, 55-250 and 50 1.8 STM). As I try to do some stock photography, image quality is my main concern, and 700D has a very ...

user2720372

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asked Mar 19, 2017 at 21:20

2 votes

2 answers

29k views

Why don't Lightroom or PSE recognize CR2 files from my Canon 7D mk II even though they are up to date?

I ordered a Canon 7D mark II (to replace a stolen 7D),and shot a friend's wedding in RAW. But now, I can only view the pictures in very poor quality on my computer's photo viewer. I am not able to ...

ashley

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asked Jul 1, 2015 at 0:40

32 votes

1 answer

38k views

What are the differences between E-TTL, i-TTL, and P-TTL?

Canon, Nikon and Pentax each have their own TTL flash metering systems, respectively E-TTL, i-TTL, and P-TTL. They all use a weak preflash that is metered and used to calculate flash power level ...

Imre

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asked Oct 23, 2011 at 21:52

17 votes

9 answers

382k views

What should I do about Canon PowerShot "Lens error, restart camera"?

I've had a Canon PowerShot A1100 IS camera for almost a year now. About a week ago, I went on a trip, took pictures the whole trip, everything was ok. When I got home, and tried to turn the camera ...

Yochai Timmer

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asked May 6, 2011 at 13:17

10 votes

6 answers

17k views

What is a good general purpose lens for Canon?

As an upgrade from kit lens 18-55mm, which would be a better general purpose lens? Obviously there is no "best" option, as everyone has a different budget and style, but what are the best options ...

PRK

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asked Mar 28, 2011 at 5:10

4 votes

2 answers

7k views

How to emulate the in-camera processing in Lightroom? [duplicate]

I'm a beginner in matters of digital photo processing (and photography for that record). I already know that the RAW file is a dump of raw sensor data with no processing whatsoever applied to it. My ...

Janos Pasztor

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asked Jun 3, 2013 at 11:17

3 votes

1 answer

952 views

Why is my Metz 58 AF-2 using long shutter values when my Canon 60D is in Av mode?

About one year ago I bought a Metz 58 AF-2 for my Canon 60D. Because of a lack of free time to experiment with automatic functions, I have used it only in manual mode with other manual flashes, ...

Alex

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asked Apr 7, 2013 at 12:55

3 votes

3 answers

2k views

What are the differences among these Canon telephoto zoom lenses?

I am using Canon 500D with the kit lens (18-55). I think I have done enough with 18-55 and want to try out next lens. I have already decided to purchase 50mm prime. I also wanted to get a Zoom lens. ...

Navaneeth K N

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asked Jul 9, 2011 at 16:00

34 votes

3 answers

195k views

Why do higher end lenses use USM instead of STM?

Canon has a newer type of motor, called STM, which is introduced in lenses like 18-135 f/3.5-5.6 IS STM, 40 f/2.8 STM and so on. STM also provides quick, silent and smooth focusing. Even the focusing ...

rcs

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asked Jan 8, 2015 at 0:13

30 votes

5 answers

4k views

What are the most notable differences between Canon and Nikon lenses?

I'm currently considering to buy one of the next generation enthusiast DSLRs. Either a Canon EOS 60D or the slightly more expensive Nikon D7000. I'm quite new to the SLR discussion but I know there ...

Gregor Müllegger

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asked Sep 18, 2010 at 18:47

21 votes

2 answers

6k views

Why are cine lenses so much more expensive?

For example, compare a cine lens like the Zeiss Compact Prime CP.2 50mm/T2.1 ($3,900) to a high-end DSLR lens like the Canon 50mm f/1.2L ($1418). Both are EF-mount, have the same focal length, and it ...

jp89

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asked Feb 11, 2012 at 5:27

21 votes

3 answers

28k views

Do different "Picture styles" affect RAW output?

I was reading again the manual of my camera (Canon 50D, but I am sure that each DSLR offer the same kind of functionality, albeit I don't know the exact names adopted) and noticed the issue of Picture ...

Francesco

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asked Jun 21, 2011 at 4:54

18 votes

7 answers

87k views

Can a Nikon/Canon flash be used on the other brand of camera?

I was just thinking about this problem and was wondering if anyone knew if/how to use a competing flash unit (EX or SB series) on a Nikon or Canon (respectively) camera. I would assume a lot of the ...

newfie_coder

1,317

asked Nov 2, 2010 at 14:06

11 votes

4 answers

4k views

Is it better to upgrade Canon 18-55mm IS kit lens to the 18-200mm, or complement with 55-250mm? [duplicate]

I currently have the Canon EOS 550D with the 18-55mm IS kit lens. I am primarily looking for greater telephoto reach, as I have found the 55mm length to be quite limiting at times. So, I was ...

ab.aditya

4,665

asked Feb 21, 2011 at 10:10

9 votes

2 answers

6k views

How can I compare the lens serial number from the EXIF of a picture, to the serial on my lens?

I have a Canon EOS 85mm f/1.2 L II lens. I sold it to someone, they claim it was broken and sent it back. I am trying to prove that the lens I sent to them, is not the one they returned. From http://...

Zlatty

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asked Jan 10, 2014 at 19:51

8 votes

2 answers

3k views

These SLR developed photos are bad. Is it mine or the photolab's fault?

I'm new to 35mm camera photography and have just started using a Canon Ae-1 program to shoot. Only problem is that my first batch of photos look awful. There's a few others that were included on the ...

SeenYourVideo

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asked Jun 23, 2017 at 2:57

7 votes

3 answers

7k views

Best lens for taking pictures of surfers

I'm just trying to decide which new lens to get. I need to take surf and windsurf photos from onshore. Sometimes 300 mm is enough but there are many times they are too far away. I have a sigma 70-300 ...

Susana

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asked Sep 26, 2013 at 7:36

3 votes

2 answers

2k views

How can I undo Canon Auto Lighting Optimizer in Lightroom?

I was shooting in RAW in the Tv mode with my Canon's Auto Lighting Optimizer set to Standard. I understand this is one of the settings that, even when you shoot in RAW, will correct your image's ...

ladyfingers

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asked Jun 18, 2015 at 3:24

1 vote

2 answers

3k views

How to lock aperture using Reverse ring with Canon 600D?

Is there anyone using reverse ring and know how to lock the aperture. I tried doing the techniques provided on youtube. First connecting the lens on original positions then lock the aperture by ...

arslion

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asked Sep 18, 2014 at 18:45

1 vote

1 answer

3k views

Can the 5DS-R take more than 5 bracketed shots spaced by 3 EVs?

The user manual (page 404) mentions a custom function that allows up to 7 shots, but is that limited to only 1 EV in between each one? Or can it do 7 shots with 3 EVs between them? That would mean a ...

Greg Zaal

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asked Mar 22, 2016 at 18:08

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