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Unmatched light gathering capability. Extremely sharp from f/2 onward. Capable of creating a very shallow depth of field.
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Expensive. Large and heavy. A little soft at maximum aperture. Noticeable distortion
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Published: 2014-06-24, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: With a full-frame 18-Mpix CMOS sensor and twin Digic 5+ processers that's capable of continuous bursts of up 12 fps – the fastest of any professional DSLR currently - the Canon EOS-1 Dx is the firm's flagship press camera. We've assessed it with over 100...
Abstract: That said though, we have to admit that we were a little surprised that the Canon 50mm f/1.2L's optical performance wasn't better than what we found. Read the "Tanner Report" for the gory details. Meanwhile, we've asked Canon if they can get us a second s...
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Published: 2014-06-03, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: In the first part of our comprehensive lens recommendations for the new entry-level Canon EOS Rebel T5 / 1200D, we've assessed a raft of primes from both the maker and third parties to see how well they perform on the camera. As well as highlighting the b...
Published: 2013-07-15, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: This is the second of a three part series on choosing the most suitable lenses for Canon's entry-level full frame camera, the EOS 6D. The 20-Mpix CMOS' sensor used is similar in architecture to that in Canon's hugely popular full-frame EOS 5D Mk III, a ca...
Abstract: This is the first of a three part series on choosing suitable lenses for Canon's entry-level full frame camera, the EOS 6D. The 20-Mpix CMOS' sensor used is similar in architecture to that in Canon's hugely popular full-frame EOS 5D Mk III, a camera that...
Published: 2013-07-09, Author: Kevin , review by: dxomark.com
Abstract: In the lead up to Photokina 2012, Canon announced the new Canon EOS 6D full-frame entry-point model within days of Nikon publicizing their most-affordable full-frame camera to date, the 24-Mpix D600. While the EOS 6D boasted some attention grabbing featur...
Abstract: Canon EF 50mm f1.2L USM review The Canon EF 50mm f1.2L USM is a prime lens with a standard focal length of 50mm and the joint-fastest focal ratio in the Canon lens catalogue - a positioned shared with the EF 85mm f1.2L USM. Announced in August 2006, t...
Published: 2012-08-14, Author: Jim , review by: pcmag.com
Unmatched light gathering capability. Extremely sharp from f/2 onward. Capable of creating a very shallow depth of field.
Expensive. Large and heavy. A little soft at maximum aperture. Noticeable distortion
The Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM is one of the fastest SLR lenses you can buy. It's expensive and heavy, but can create an extremely shallow depth of field....
