The Canon EOS R1 is scheduled to become available in November for $6299 USD, and the camera is already in production at a supposed rate of 3700 units a month. The EOS R1 was first used professionally Formula 1 races and the Paris games this past July, but it has continued to be professionally tested [...] Source
We're told that the next Canon EOS R5 Mark II firmware update will come with new features along with the usual bug fixes. The new firmware is already in testing with various pros and will add new video and photography features updates.
The RF 200-500mm f/4L IS USM has been rumored for quite some time, and with each passing month we get very little new information on the lens. The last time we reported on the lens, we mentioned that it could finally be announced in November, and with multiple people actively testing the lens, that timeline [...] Source
Yesterday, Canon released firmware v.1.0.1 for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II, which brough a whole bunch of bug fixes for the camera. There are still some reported bugs out there that haven't been addressed, but we don't like to dive too much into those in case they are more user error than actual issues [...] Source
Today seems to be firmware release day for the entire EOS R lineup. A lot of the updates are bug fixes and a few cameras received support for the LP-E6P. You can download firmware updates through the Camera Connect app or directly from a Canon web site.
Canon has released firmware v1. 0. 1, which addresses some of the bugs that currently present in the camera. Though not all of the bugs we have read about are addressed with this release. At the time of this post, the firmware update is available at Canon India.
We reported earlier this month that the data from Techno Systems Research was released, and now all the market data is published for all to see. DCW reports that according to Techno Systems Research, Canon has a commanding 46.
The Canon EOS R6 line is Canon's most popular full-frame camera based on the data from a couple of retailers, though the EOS R8 isn't far behind. There were plenty of rumors that the EOS R6 Mark III would be announced towards the end of 2024, but now we have been told a few times [...] Source
The Canon USA store has stock of the Canon EOS R5 Mark II body for $4299. We know the USA received large allocations, but we don't know how many are in stock, so don't think too long if you're in the market for one of these cameras. Canon EOS R5 Mark II Canon EOS R5 [...] Source
Canon's Speelite adventure has been a fun ride. As you probably know, the flagship Speedlite EL-1 was discontinued by Canon. There is no longer a flagship Speedlite in Canon lineup. For the people that needs the best of the best when it comes to Speedlites, Profoto is probably the one of the best brands out [...] Source
We are going to start a new weekly thing where I go through various deals that are happening and talk a bit about the ones that caught my eye. Unlike the daily deals, some of these may be longer-running ICYMI (in case you missed it) deals, or some of them may be the weekend ones [...] Source
B&H Photo has stock of the Canon EOS R5 Mark II body. Quantities are limited, so act fast if you're in the market for this stellar bit of camera goodness. Purchasing through our links does support the site.
We rarely get tipped off about future firmware updates, but it does happen from time to time. It should come as no surprise, but the Canon EOS R5 Mark II will be getting one in the very near future.
Update: Canon has started to install firmware v. 1. 0. 1 on serviced Canon EOS R5 Mark II camera bodies. This update looks like it addresses an issue with the screen going green when shooting video.
The Canon EOS R5 Mark II has been a frustrating launch when it comes to stock levels for both customers and retailers. There are still some long preorder lists in various countries around the globe, and the communication from Canon has been less than stellar for a lot of people. We also all saw the [...] Source
Gordon Laing from CameraLabs recently reviewed the Canon EOS 10D as part of his retro review series. I usually enjoy reading Gordon's reviews and this one was no different. The Canon EOS 10D was a breathtaking camera that took the market by storm.
The internet has been humming with the release of this lens. Suddenly 28-70mm is way too small of a focal range and no one knows what Canon is doing anymore. and Oh yes, Canon is doomed. Naturally.
The Canon RF 28-70mm f/2.8 IS STM on the surface is a technically impressive addition to the RF lineup. Priced at $1099 USD we think that there's a lot of lens at the price point. There isn't a single lens that is for everybody! Canon's Nonomura-san, who is part of the product development team talks [...] Source
I took a quick look at the data and told Craig. I want two of these, please. When mounted on Canon's EOS R8, this will now be my perfect travel companion. So first of all, we have seen from past examples with the Tamron 28-75mm F/2.
MELVILLE, NY, September 12, 2024 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has announced the launch of the RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM. The RF28-70mm F2.8 IS STM lens is Canon’s new standard zoom lens, primarily for full-frame camera users, offering a widely-adjustable focal range from 28mm to 70mm with a constant F2.8 aperture. [...] Source
A nice surprise for the people looking for an “affordable” constant aperture standard zoom, as Canon will officially be announcing the RF 28-70mm f/2. 8 IS STM tonight at midnight EDT. One of the big knocks on the RF lineup is the lack of good and affordable lenses.
The Canon EOS R1 begins shipping in November (I don't like being patient), and it looks like we're going to get some lens announcements ahead of its release to the world. Now, I'll remind the folks in the back again, lens announcements have a tendancy to be fluid. We seem to be getting a bit [...] Source
MELVILLE, N. Y. , September 9, 2024 – Canon U. S. A. Inc. , a leader in digital imaging solutions, is pleased to announce the new EOS C80 cinema camera, with a native RF-mount and full-frame, back-illuminated stacked CMOS sensor, designed for filmmakers that require a full-featured camera in a compact body.
It looks like we're going to finally see the follow-up to the Cinema EOS C70 this week. It won't be called the C70 Mark II, instead it'll be the Cinema EOS C80. Canon Cinema EOS C80 You should be able to see the Cinema EOS C80 at IBC in Amsterdam next week and it should [...] Source
This lens makes the Canon APS-C RF system relevant, at least to me. While this lens does rely on optical corrections, it's compact and constant aperture fast ultra-wide zoom. This is something we may never see from Canon for their crop system lineup.
It seems as if the Canon Speedlite EL-1 and EL-100 have been quietly discontinued in Japan, as MAP Camera, Kitamura Camera, Bic Camera, and Yodobashi Camera have marked the two speedlites as discontinued instead of back-ordered.
SIGMA has finally brought another RF mount lens to their lineup. As you know, these new SIGMA RF lenses are for APS-C cameras. The SIGMA 10-18mm F2. 8 DC DN will start shipping on September 26, 2024.
“Black Mamba” Cage Kit for Canon EOS R5 Mark II 4976 is designed to enhance handheld shooting stability, portability, and accessory expansion.
This is good news for Canon. But. . Maintaining a dominant place in the market is a good thing, but maintaining that dominance, while the market still contracts is a little like winning first prize for music on the Titanic.
It looks like we will get another Cinema Camera ahead of IBC, which begins on September 13, 2024. We've known another Cinema Camera was coming through the certifications. The new Cinema EOS camera will have the same sensor as the Cinema EOS C400, but it will be a lower end model. Could it finally be [...] Source
Over the last bunch of months, there has been a lot of talk about a successor to the EOS R6 Mark II coming this year. We have seen some early core specifications as well as certification for a third, yet unannounced EOS R camera body.
Keith Cooper is by far the most versed person online when it comes to all things printing. From the technical aspects of printers themselves, to colour profiling and getting great output. He also has a lot of tips and trick to make sure you're printer continuously runs at its best and to help you save [...] Source
Before the launch of the Canon EOS R5 Mark II, we talked about the delivery schedule that was told to dealers for inventory. We mentioned that Canon was going to have the initial allocation, and then the last week of August there would be another, and then again in mid-September. That is apparently not happening, [...] Source
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The next big trade-show on the schedule is IBC2024 at the RAI in Amsterdam. It begins on September 13 and runs through September 16. The focus of this tradeshow is broadcasting and cinema for the most part.
Canon USA is closing out the month of August with a sale on refurbished EOS R cameras and RF lenses. The deals are quite good and will last while quantities do. As always, all of the refurbished gear from Canon USA carries a full 1-year Canon USA warranty. EOS R Cameras RF Lenses Source
My pal Josh Holko has done some painstaking work over the last week to create his new noise reduction presets for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II. He has previously released leading noise reduction presets for the EOS R3 and EOS-1D X Mark III.
Canon USA has discounted the refurbished Canon EOS R8 body, bringing it down to only $999 (Reg $1399). You still get the full 1-year Canon USA warranty. Key Features Purchase Options
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We have been sitting on this one for a while, but we have now heard it from more than one source, so we think it's solid enough to put out there. Canon apparently has plans to have at least one constant aperture zoom lens for APS-C cameras, with the possibility for another one or two. [...] Source
About 4 years ago, Canon trolled me with a series of patent applications describing a handheld interchangeable lens camera attached to a handheld gimbal system. It appeared as if Canon was thinking about taking the EOS-M in a different direction.
We all know Jeff Cable at this point, and he has been gracious enough to answer our questions and give a ton of images and feedback on both the Canon EOS R1 and Canon EOS R5 Mark II from the Paris Games.
B&H Photo, Adorama & Amazon US (via PROCAM) are showing as having stock of the Canon EOS R5 Mark II, both the body and kit with the RF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM are available. All of the popular accessories for the Canon EOS R5 Mark II are also in stock including batteries and grips. Canon [...] Source
This year from Canon seems to be the year in which almost the entire full-frame lineup is refreshed. We have seen the R5 Mark II, R1, and later this year if rumors hold, the R6 Mark III. Outside of the R8, which was only released in early 2023, Canon mostly completed an entire system refresh [...] Source
The Canon RF 200-500mm f/4L IS USM has been rumored for more than year and has had varying levels of excitement surrounding it. Now, we did say it would be coming in Q4 of 2023 and smacked a big [CR3] on it.
The Canon RF 200-500mm f/4L IS USM has been rumored for more than year and has had varying levels of excitement surrounding it. Now, we did say it would be coming in Q4 of 2023 and smacked a big [CR3] on it.
We leaked the first image of the Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z over the weekend, and are 100% confident that the image is real. If you missed it, here it is again: Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z in black This image is perfectly legitimate, it's full resolution, it had a full [...] Source
First things first here. A major shoutout goes to Bill Claff and his website PhotonsToPhotos. Bill has been tirelessly doing this work on sensor analysis for years. Without Bill's work we wouldn't be having this conversation at all, and be trying to subjectively look at shadow-boosted images from one camera to the next to determine [...] Source
Canon's next Z lens will be the RF 70-200mm f/2. 8L IS USM, and we've provided image evidence of its existence. We expect it to be announced in early Q4 of this year just in time for the EOS R1 release.
Update: I have reached out to a couple of third party battery makers to find out if they even know about the issue. We also don't know at this time if Canon has done this on purpose, or if it's just a thing that can happen when you change things in a camera body. Obviously [...] Source
We figured that the long rumored and yet-to-be-released Canon RF 70-200mm f/2. 8L IS USM Z with internal zoom would be in a few hands around Paris, and it looks like that was a correct assumption. Thanks to Raed Krishan for sending this image in.
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