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R7 Focus Stacking Issue

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Re: R7 Focus Stacking Issue

rickpoole wrote:

I finally did it, got my first R series body, R7, to update my 7D2. So far the vast majority of what I've seen is a definite improvement over the 7D2, especially the focusing speed and accuracy. I'm still using all my EF lenses via the control adapter have been impressed with the results. I got the kit with the 18-150 so I'd have a light weight walk-around lens and was surprised that it is almost as sharp in the center and midframe as my 24-70.

However, I found one issue that is really irritating. When using the built-in focus stacking you are forced to use electronic shutter which prevents the use of flash. Has anyone found a way around this to allow the use of flash with the built-in focus stacking? I called Canon and they admit they are getting a lot of requests from R series owners about this but don't know of any current plans for a firmware update to address it or even if it is being discussed so it appears a fix from Canon would be a long time away.

Agree entirely, it’d certainly be nice to have an mShutter option for stacking so we could use flash. Right now you could dial down your flash power (manually) and shoot flash bursts using the “lean” technique (lock focus and shoot a burst while continuing to lean in). Stack later in Post. This actually works great, and eliminates focus breathing in the process.

For eShutter focus bracketing, I put together a really nice LED setup with a pair of Aputure LED panels. Works great…

Amaran AL-F7 LED’s from B&H

Adjustable arms off FleaBay.  Uses NP-F series batteries.

Happy shooting!

R2

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