Magic Lantern for 60D

Just downloaded Magic lantern Firmware for 60D - fantastic!

Amazing features for both video and still shooters - literally turns 60D into a new camera. Here are just some:

Bit rate control (QScale parameter) for the H.264 encoder
Exposure aids: zebra stripes, false color, spotmeter, histogram
Focus peaking
Rack focus
Stack focus (Live View only)
Cropmarks (16:9, Cinemascope, Fisheye)
Intervalometer (classic or HDR)
Silent pictures in LiveView mode
Trap Focus: camera takes a picture when something comes in focus
Remote release with either the LCD face sensor or audio trigger
Onscreen audio meters
Manual audio gain, selectable input source, disable AGC and digital filters
Display time remaining during video recording
Debug functions (display CMOS temperature, screenshot, logging)
Fine tuning for ISO and shutter speeds; also ISO 25600
Kelvin white balance
Clean LiveView display without any overlays (selectable)
On-demand auto tuning for ISO, shutter & kelvin white balance
Quick access to some useful settings like HTP, ALO and contrast
Extra info displays: lens data, focus distance, DOF, shutter count, clock

http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/60D

This alpha version seems quite stable - but do not hold me responsible for any problems if you download it.

550D user guide here (almost the same features as 60D)

http://magiclantern.wikia.com/wiki/550D/UserGuide

Sorry 7D users - don't know if this will happen for you, though 600D version looks iminent.
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Sam K., NYC

"Remote release with either the LCD face sensor or audio trigger"

The EOS 60D has the LCD face detector? I thought only the xxxD line has it.
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Erik

Those specs are for the 550D. Alex, the developer, has not yet written specific docs for the 60D.
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Sam K., NYC

Ya know, out of all of those things I just want audio levels while I record.
I'm gonna wait till full release on ML. I'm not into bricking my new baby.

Thanks for bringing ML to our attention Sam. We have been waiting for the new procedures.

I wonder about loading it yet...do you think our 60D's need to have the latest Canon Firmware updates to install the ML?

cheers Dave S

Oh, it's OK thanks Sam. I see the versions needed for installation on the actual download page.
cheers Dave S

. . .risk? what is the feature that will cause the most damage to your D60 and is it worth doing the install when they have not finalized it.

skanter said:

Just downloaded Magic lantern Firmware for 60D - fantastic!

Amazing features for both video and still shooters - literally turns 60D into a new camera. Here are just some:

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skanter said:

Intervalometer (classic or HDR)

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Thanks for that, have you tried the HDR bracketing?
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Brian Schneider

papabear2 said:

. . .risk? what is the feature that will cause the most damage to your D60 and is it worth doing the install when they have not finalized it.

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Glad to know I'm not the only one wondering about that...

Peter

Yes, Dave - you need Canon's latest 1.09 firmware before installing ML.

David Strachan said:

Thanks for bringing ML to our attention Sam. We have been waiting for the new procedures.

I wonder about loading it yet...do you think our 60D's need to have the latest Canon Firmware updates to install the ML?

cheers Dave S

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Sam K., NYC

Dave - make sure you get the latest release - Alpha12.

David Strachan said:

Oh, it's OK thanks Sam. I see the versions needed for installation on the actual download page.
cheers Dave S

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Sam K., NYC

Brian D. Schneider said:

Brian D. Schneider said:

Intervalometer (classic or HDR)

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Thanks for that, have you tried the HDR bracketing?

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No haven't tried that yet. There are SO MANY new features that it will take a while to try and test them all.

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Sam K., NYC

Damianicus said:

Ya know, out of all of those things I just want audio levels while I record.
I'm gonna wait till full release on ML. I'm not into bricking my new baby.

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Well, there is no "full release" of ML. The program is tested by developers and users, and is continually changed and updated with new features. It is a continuing process - not a
"finished product".

I took the jump, am thrilled with new features, and not -too- worried about bricking my 60D.

There is no completely "safe" time to install it - exactly when (and if) you want to jump on is up to you, and there will always be some risk. You must evaluate the risk to benefit ratio and decide.

Good luck!

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Sam K., NYC

papabear2 said:

. . .risk? what is the feature that will cause the most damage to your D60 and is it worth doing the install when they have not finalized it.

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http://forums.dpreview.com/forums/read.asp?forum=1019&message=38682836

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Sam K., NYC

I used this to install - it's for the 550D but procedure is identical, and was approved by the developer.

http://vimeo.com/18035870

Make sure you install Alpha 12 - latest release, and follow directions carefully.

Install at your own risk. I am in no way responsible for any problems or issues if you install this firmware!
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Sam K., NYC

The ML firmware clearly shows how Canon crippels their cameras. If ML could add, besides all the cool stuff, also micro focus adjust to the EOS 60D, then it would be awesome.
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Erik

dopravopat said:

The ML firmware clearly shows how Canon crippels their cameras. If ML could add, besides all the cool stuff, also micro focus adjust to the EOS 60D, then it would be awesome.

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indeed:

• lack of MFA;
• lack of min. shutter speed in Auto ISO;
• forcing ISO 400 with flash in Auto ISO;
• lack of EC in Auto ISO in manual mode;

jpr2
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dopravopat said:

The ML firmware clearly shows how Canon crippels their cameras. If ML could add, besides all the cool stuff, also micro focus adjust to the EOS 60D, then it would be awesome.
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ML developers listen and often implement user requests, if they are possible and not restricted to limitations of camera's hardware.

They will listen more to those who have taken the chance and installed the firmware and are willing to test new features, not people who are just waiting for their favorite feature to "magically" appear.

(pun intended)

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Sam K., NYC

My EOS 60D will arrive in about a month and putting ML firmware on it will be the first thin that I will do. If there will be a ML version with MFA, I will be ready to test that feature.
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Erik

if you install this does it invalidate the warranty?