Many Canon photographers have claimed that they do not need all that dynamic range. Let me just say that not needing something great is a poor excuse that has been used tirelessly. Nikon users once did not "need" any more mega pixels. Sony users don't "need" more lenses. Now Canon users don't "need" extra dynamic range. Just for the record, as long as the mega pixels are good and the dynamic range is noise free I will take as much of both as I can get. Here is why I love extra dynamic range:

• You can shoot in more difficult lighting conditions;

• Your files don't have clipped highlights or shadows as much as before;

• You can shoot right into the sun with deep shadows elsewhere and still get a good shot;

• It saves time and requires less skill to post process (no blending, using only one file);

• I don't have to use graduated neutral density filters anymore;

• I love these kind of images

Here is an example:

The sun is obviously bright. The depths of the canyon is in total shadow. With loads of dynamic range I can bring up detail from the black shadows. I would have never gotten this shot with my Canon. Dynamic range is a good thing for landscapers. Be creative and shoot in more challenging light.