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Cal's Cameras, Lenses, and Accessories

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Canon EOS 1D Mark II
I switched to this camera in January of 2005. The new 8.2 million pixel CMOS sensor, faster DIGIC™ II imaging engine and ability to capture RAW images in continuous bursts of up to 20 frames — thanks to new Canon technology, make the EOS-1D Mark II the world's fastest pro-digital SLR camera and the gold standard for wildlife photography.

Canon doubled the resolution of the imaging sensor, doubled the size of the high speed buffer memory and reevaluated, redesigned and in some cases, actually reinvented the technology that makes the new EOS-1D Mark II camera a reliable, responsive, and remarkable professional digital SLR. Key among those speed-increasing innovations is Canon's first use of dual 32-bit RISC CPUs to operate the camera's autofocus separately with one dedicated to detecting focus while the second controls the lens drive.

Canon 600mm f/4L IS USM

This lens is ideal for wildlife photography. The newly designed optical system has one fluorite element and two UD-glass elements to obtain high resolution and high contrast. Also, the minimum focusing distance was reduced to 18 ft. (5.5m). Extenders such as Canon's EF 2x II and EF 1.4x II can be attached to increase the focal length up to 1200mm while still retaining AF. Image stabilization is a must for wildlife photography.

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Canon EF 400mm f/5.6L

This is my primary flight shot lens. Coupled with extension tubes it's great for shooting butterflies and insects. I think this is one of the sharpest lenses Canon makes.

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Canon EOS 10D
I like the images this camera produces but it just can't lock focus on moving birds the way the 1D does. It also has a small buffer that rapidly fills-up when shooting action. Great for scenics and shorebirds that don't move around a lot.

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Better Beamer Flash Extender

I use flash as fill light when I shoot--no matter what the conditions. I usually dial down 1-1/3 to 1-2/3 stops.

Wimberley Gimbaled Head

This is a great product by a company with integrity. Highly recommended. This is the only way to go if you have a big lens. Their new model is even better. I also use their camera and lens plates and their flash brackets. The sidekick is great for smaller lenses. I use it with my 400mm f/5.6.

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Canon 580EX Flash

I use flash primarily for fill. This is a great unit that has a pretty hefty guide number.