Hello, Hello---anyone out there
As suggested by Rich @ Reikan, I went through the procedure again and here is what I reported to Rich.
Based on my findings to date I have concluded:
Rich, I went through the testing routine again with my Canon 7D and 500 F4L---and achieved the same inconsistent results. Here was my setup:
1. Camera and lens sitting on a granite counter top---on a concrete slab (I wanted to remove any chance of movement or vibration from a tripod).
2. I ran the test with the target in both sunlight (ev 11.6) and shade (ev 9.5)
3. I ran the test with the large target at 25 meters and 12 meters
I still had inconsistent runs and always rec'd the "inconsistent behavior" message on every run.
after 20 tests I had two readings that showed up the most often: +6 or 0. Since my own tests with a ruler and target normally indicate that I should be at a +5 to + 8, I decided to stick with the +6 reading.
If you want to see the debugging logs, please let me know how to retrieve and transmit them to you.
On a side note, I think this software you have developed is outstanding---if I can help test and provide you feedback I will gladly do so. Just let me know.
1. There is something wrong with the software when it comes to long lenses; or
2. There is something wrong with my camera or lens.
Your comments are welcome.