NRich
Senior Member
Greetings from Vancouver.
I am writing to share my wildlife perspective on the newly released 1DMk1V, that I own and am actively shooting with. I have a 1DMkIIN for back up. My1DsmkIII is used primarily for landscape. The 1Dmk1V in my field use is becoming a very satisfying 1D series body.
The decreased noise in combination with the increased mega pixels from 8 in the 1DmkIIN, to 16 mega pixels in the 1DMkIV is of significant benefit to me. These 1DMk1V advancements in retention of fine detail with smooth and tonal gradients, allows me to shoot at higher iso and/or smaller apertures, The new low noise capabilities of the 1DmkIV in early evening or late afternoon light has IMO a capacity to open up new worlds of possibilities for wildlife photography.
I approach photography as an artists medium, with the intent of creating fine images that honor wild nature. The equipment, at whatever stage of evolution, is for me a means to that end. I shoot in raw format, frequently with tele-converters. At distances closer than 60' I often close down the lens to f/5.6 to f/11 increasing DOF.
My focusing orientation is to select and place one of the 45 AF points on the eye of the wild life subject. I usually shoot in short bursts of 3-5 shots that are specifically timed, from a stable shooting platform, using a Wimberley on heavy duty Gitzo G1548 legs, and in return I am pleased to be receiving better than 85% + tack sharp files, in a variety of field conditions.
Image quality is key to me, as my final output is prints on canvas to 36”, on the long side for gallery exhibitions. I find the 1DmkIV files, with care and attention to qualities of light and exposure are IMO loaded with nuanced detail, and subtle tonal gradation. I am receiving a high proportion of tack sharp images with the Canon 2x tele-converter, as well as the 1.4 tele-converter.
In my experience each camera sensor has an intangible aesthetic character or signature. In this regard I am pleased with the 1DMk1V. To date the 1Dmk1V raw files from fine optic glass such as the 500 f/4 are a pleasure to work with as they are responding well to editing choices. This may in part be a benefit from what appears to be a lower anti-aliasing filter.
My intent is to work to a camera's strengths. I believe one must put in their dues to get the most out of any given camera body. There are many ways of making balance with equipment and shooting styles, and IMO the attitudes one brings to their chosen equipment influences the possibilities. I look to myself to elevate the creative process, and look to the hardware to be responsive to my visual choices, and not get in the way of the inspiration. From this perspective the 1Dmk4 is proving increasingly satisfying for me to work with.
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Your thoughts?
Regards,
Norman
Additional samples along with exif information are here: http://www.pbase.com/norman/1dmk1v_
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Below: 1DMk1V exposure and detail across a wide range of exposure values. Bird photographers know the challenges to retain a high level of detail in both the black feathers as well as a good exposure and detail in the white bill when photographing the American Coot. 2x tele-converter on 500-mm lens (1000.0 mm) @ 1250 iso.
Below: Capturing a moment with 1DMk1V color and tonalities, photographed with Canon 500-mm lens @ 640 iso.
Below: Great blue heron at dusk: 1DMk1V-2x tele-converter attached to the Canon 500-mm lens - 1250 iso
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http://www.pbase.com/norman
I am writing to share my wildlife perspective on the newly released 1DMk1V, that I own and am actively shooting with. I have a 1DMkIIN for back up. My1DsmkIII is used primarily for landscape. The 1Dmk1V in my field use is becoming a very satisfying 1D series body.
The decreased noise in combination with the increased mega pixels from 8 in the 1DmkIIN, to 16 mega pixels in the 1DMkIV is of significant benefit to me. These 1DMk1V advancements in retention of fine detail with smooth and tonal gradients, allows me to shoot at higher iso and/or smaller apertures, The new low noise capabilities of the 1DmkIV in early evening or late afternoon light has IMO a capacity to open up new worlds of possibilities for wildlife photography.
I approach photography as an artists medium, with the intent of creating fine images that honor wild nature. The equipment, at whatever stage of evolution, is for me a means to that end. I shoot in raw format, frequently with tele-converters. At distances closer than 60' I often close down the lens to f/5.6 to f/11 increasing DOF.
My focusing orientation is to select and place one of the 45 AF points on the eye of the wild life subject. I usually shoot in short bursts of 3-5 shots that are specifically timed, from a stable shooting platform, using a Wimberley on heavy duty Gitzo G1548 legs, and in return I am pleased to be receiving better than 85% + tack sharp files, in a variety of field conditions.
Image quality is key to me, as my final output is prints on canvas to 36”, on the long side for gallery exhibitions. I find the 1DmkIV files, with care and attention to qualities of light and exposure are IMO loaded with nuanced detail, and subtle tonal gradation. I am receiving a high proportion of tack sharp images with the Canon 2x tele-converter, as well as the 1.4 tele-converter.
In my experience each camera sensor has an intangible aesthetic character or signature. In this regard I am pleased with the 1DMk1V. To date the 1Dmk1V raw files from fine optic glass such as the 500 f/4 are a pleasure to work with as they are responding well to editing choices. This may in part be a benefit from what appears to be a lower anti-aliasing filter.
My intent is to work to a camera's strengths. I believe one must put in their dues to get the most out of any given camera body. There are many ways of making balance with equipment and shooting styles, and IMO the attitudes one brings to their chosen equipment influences the possibilities. I look to myself to elevate the creative process, and look to the hardware to be responsive to my visual choices, and not get in the way of the inspiration. From this perspective the 1Dmk4 is proving increasingly satisfying for me to work with.
-------
Your thoughts?
Regards,
Norman
Additional samples along with exif information are here: http://www.pbase.com/norman/1dmk1v_
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Below: 1DMk1V exposure and detail across a wide range of exposure values. Bird photographers know the challenges to retain a high level of detail in both the black feathers as well as a good exposure and detail in the white bill when photographing the American Coot. 2x tele-converter on 500-mm lens (1000.0 mm) @ 1250 iso.
Below: Capturing a moment with 1DMk1V color and tonalities, photographed with Canon 500-mm lens @ 640 iso.
Below: Great blue heron at dusk: 1DMk1V-2x tele-converter attached to the Canon 500-mm lens - 1250 iso
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http://www.pbase.com/norman
These were all shot with the bare 500mm lens (very sturdy tripod set-up, shot kneeling, the tripod legs shortened for additional stability). I had a real reluctance to put the iso up to 2000, (un thinkable but a few years ago)..let alone to 3200, then 6400 iso... and I was very pleasantly surprised.
