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Canon User Of 8 Years, May Be Switching After Watching D800 and D4 In Action!
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<blockquote data-quote="StillsandVideo" data-source="post: 96645" data-attributes="member: 12054"><p>Interesting... I made the opposite switch (from A D800 and a D4) to a 1DX (waiting for Canon's high megapixel for a 2nd body). Primary reason being focus. In very challenging situations, I found that most of the time, the six 1DX's built in Case settings for focus give tack sharp images, even in the most challenging of conditions. My keeper rate went up significantly. Don't get me wrong, I do find that the D800's detail and dynamic range is ahead of the pack, but you do pay a price for that. The files are huge, burst rate is slow (IMO) and slightest shake can reduce sharpness. Indeed it's a great camera for certain types of shooting and although at times I miss the dynamic range and ability to crop without sacrificing quality, for me, the 800 is not an all around, practical camera for my shooting style. Additionally, I use tilt shift lenses frequently and the 17mm and 24mm Canon Tilt Shift lenses are so superior. That coupled with the wireless flash technology of the Canon (radio based), the Q function and the ability to simultaneously write to the CF card along with a laptop when shooting tethered, was enough to convince me to make the switch. Additionally, I love Canon's latest lens releases (super telephotos and soon to be released 200 - 400mm with a 1.4 TC built in looks intriguing). But with all of that said, we are splitting hairs. I think this month's edition of Popular Photography said it all, you can't go wrong with either system (Nikon D4 or Canon 1DX). There are times that I wish I could combine the best traits from both bodies but frankly, I found both pieces of equipment to be amazing. Good luck with your decision, I know for me I agonized over it for quite a while before I made the plunge.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="StillsandVideo, post: 96645, member: 12054"] Interesting... I made the opposite switch (from A D800 and a D4) to a 1DX (waiting for Canon's high megapixel for a 2nd body). Primary reason being focus. In very challenging situations, I found that most of the time, the six 1DX's built in Case settings for focus give tack sharp images, even in the most challenging of conditions. My keeper rate went up significantly. Don't get me wrong, I do find that the D800's detail and dynamic range is ahead of the pack, but you do pay a price for that. The files are huge, burst rate is slow (IMO) and slightest shake can reduce sharpness. Indeed it's a great camera for certain types of shooting and although at times I miss the dynamic range and ability to crop without sacrificing quality, for me, the 800 is not an all around, practical camera for my shooting style. Additionally, I use tilt shift lenses frequently and the 17mm and 24mm Canon Tilt Shift lenses are so superior. That coupled with the wireless flash technology of the Canon (radio based), the Q function and the ability to simultaneously write to the CF card along with a laptop when shooting tethered, was enough to convince me to make the switch. Additionally, I love Canon's latest lens releases (super telephotos and soon to be released 200 - 400mm with a 1.4 TC built in looks intriguing). But with all of that said, we are splitting hairs. I think this month's edition of Popular Photography said it all, you can't go wrong with either system (Nikon D4 or Canon 1DX). There are times that I wish I could combine the best traits from both bodies but frankly, I found both pieces of equipment to be amazing. Good luck with your decision, I know for me I agonized over it for quite a while before I made the plunge. [/QUOTE]
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