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Dell know something?
Apparently someone tried to lease a 1Ds Mark III from Dell and were told it was at the end of its product life.
From Northlight: http://www.northlight-images.co.uk
I’m guessing something was lost in translation. I could see them with stock of a 1Ds Mark II still.
cr
All predictions are based on rumors I have received
So what is Canon giving us next week? A lot of people want the world, unfortunately I don’t see it happening.
So what will be launched?
DSLR
Canon Rebel 500D
mp: 15.1
ISO: 100-3200
Proc: DIGIC IV
LCD: 3″ VGA LCD
crop: 1.6
FPS: 3.5
AF: 9 Point AF
AF: Face Detection
Battery: LP-E5
Feature: LiveView
Feature: Movie Mode w/contrast detect AF
Possibly a jogwheel added to the body.
What’s not coming?
We will not see a new 1 series body. End of 2009 perhaps? It’s been suggested it could be early 2010 before we do.
As pointed out by a reader, 2010 is a winter Olympic year as well as the World Cup. There SHOULD be a new 1D for those events.
Lenses
I think the community is more interested in what lenses are rolling down the pipe. I’ll put the rumors in order of likelyhood.
Most Likely
EF 35mm f/1.4L II USM
- We’ve seen the 50L launched and upgrades to the 14mm and 24mm L’s. This is a logical next step.
TS-E 24mm f/3.5L II
- It’s generally accepted the current lens has been discontinued. I reported it could be f/2.8, I think it’s more likely to be 3.5 because of design limitations.
Don’t be shocked if a 2nd focal length Tilt-Shift is launched.
Possible
EF 100-400 f/4-5.6L II IS
- The Canon community wants this lens pretty badly. I just don’t think it’s coming. Kinda hope I’m wrong.
EF 24-70 f/2.8L II IS
- Possibly the most sought after lens Canonites are lusting after. Match Nikon’s optics and add IS? You’d have a massive sales success. It almost wouldn’t matter what it cost.
EF 50 f/1.4 II
- Heard various reports about low stock of this lens. A couple of places have said they can’t get them anymore. I’ve heard nothing concrete, nor would I really understand replacing this lens at the present time. Possible that they’ll just dump it and replace it with an EF-S 35? I’ve heard that theory before.
One or two of the big white lenses gets redone. I wouldn’t be shocked to see the 300 and 400’s get version II’s. However, that’s more likely to happen in 2010.
Not happening
EF 17-40 f/4L II
- I don’t think Canon needs to replace this hot selling lens just yet, there are too many other lenses that people want follow-ups to.
EF 150 f/2.8L IS Macro
- I never reported on this lens because it seemed way far fetched. It makes sense to make a lens like this, I just don’t think now is the time for it.
EF 24-105 f/4L II IS
- There’s bee murmurs about this lens for a year or so, nothing substantial has come of it yet. I think the current one sticks around for a while. People would go crazy if they upgraded this and left the 24-70 alone.
From Left Field
A new wide angle prime in the 17mm-21mm range.
- There’s been a few people around the web talking about such a thing. Even a comment on this site. It’s a great idea, nothing concrete.
EF-S Lenses
- I’ve received no information about a new EF-S lens at this time. Will Canon suprise and follow what Nikon just did with a new 35 for crop cameras? Possible.
Flashes
250EX
- I think a new small flash makes a ton of sense for Canon. You put flash shoes on the G, S and SX cameras, and don’t give the people a viable option for a small flash that can bounce? Seems poorly thought out to me. Nikon has one, why doesn’t Canon?
700EX
- I reported the possibility of a higher end flash from Canon. I think it’s out there and more likely to be launched with a 1 series camera.
PowerShots
Expect the following PowerShots to be replaced.
SD1100 IS
SD890 IS
SD770 IS
SD790 IS
A580
A590 IS
Expect more of the same type of upgrades from Canon for the above cameras. I’m not sure we’ll see a direct replacement of either the 580 or 590.
We’ve received a bunch of information about a waterproof/shockproof camera finally being launched. There’s also been a bit of information about a possible new CMOS camera being launched at PMA.
Canon have any surprises in store?
If they do, they’ve hid it extremely well. I don’t think this is the time for Canon to pull a rabbit out of a hat. We all hope I’m wrong with that assessment!
cr
From an anonymous source
This could be nothing more than some random person’s pipe dream. It was an interesting concept anyway.
Panasonic
- Acquisition of Leica Camera AG. LeicaRumors also posted about this.
*edit* Leica Geosystems AG and Leica Microsystems AG are separate entities.
- Acquisition of Olympus Corporation.
The acquisition of Olympus makes a lot more sense to me than Leica. However, after what Panasonic paid for Sanyo, anything is possible.
Samsung
- Currently investigating the possibility of acquiring Hoya Corporation, owners of Pentax.
Samsung keeps threatening to really care about digital photography. I fully expected them to be very aggressive after teaming up with Pentax. It never really happened. They continue to make uninspiring P&S cameras and a dslr that no one has bought (some say makes better images than the K20D). However, Samsung Techwin is the 3rd largest manufacturer of digital cameras. They have the size to take on Sony for 3rd in the market.
If this were true, it would have been easier to buy Pentax before Hoya, unless Hoya has something coveted by Samsung as well.
None of this may be remotely true, but it was an interesting read anyway and something to think about. There are too many manufacturers of DSLR’s currently, I think something has to give.
cr
Predictions
I want to hear what you folks think is coming for PMA?
Rumors have been few and far between, will that mean PMA won’t bring us too many goodies? I’ll keep trying to find out.
My Predictions based on the best rumors I have will be up shortly.
cr
Joy
Thanks to the folks that helped with my CSS issue.
Jim @ Gaming Age, Dave and Federico!
Over the next 24 hours, the top menu will be populated with content.
cr
Looks good, not that I understand it.
From Engadget via Photography Bay: http://www.photographybay.com/…..
cr
$200 Mail-In Rebate
Purchase an eligible EOS Digital SLR + an eligible EF Lens + an eligible Speedlite Flash and receive a $200 rebate by mail. Purchases must be made between February 11, 2009 – March 1, 2009.
Qualifying Products:
EOS-1Ds Mark III
EOS-1D Mark III
EOS 5D Mark II
EOS 50D
EOS 40D
EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM
EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM
EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM
Speedlite 580EX II
Get the info at Canon USA: http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/…..
cr
Another person claiming it exists
I received another email from someone claiming Canon will in fact launch a waterproof/shockproof camera for PMA.
Specs
10.1mp
2.5″ LCD
3.5x Zoom (35-122)
Waterproof to 8 meters
Drop resistant to 6 feet
CR’s take
This camera concept seems like a no brainer for Canon. Olympus has proven there is a market, time to steal some back. Still take this with a grain of salt, I’ve received nothing solid from regularly good sources.
cr
This press release has appeared on the Canon Hong Kong web site.
Canon Launches Brand New PIXMA Photo Printers
Superb Image Quality for Excellent Printing
Canon today announces the launch of PIXMA photo printers and LiDE film scanner. The new PIXMA Pro9500 Mark II, PIMXA Pro9000 Mark II, PIXMA MX868 and PIXMA MX328 photo printers equipped with superb and detailed printing technology which introduce new elements to Canon imaging products.
PIXMA Pro9500 Mark II professional A3+ 10-color photo printer – Feature highlights
PIXMA Pro9000 Mark II professional A3+ 8-color photo printer – Feature highlights
Read about multifunction printer launches as well as a new film scanner.
http://www.canon.com.hk/Download.aspx?pressrelease_id=10309&file_type=1
cr
Replacements of the 9000 and 9500 possible
I got word that apparently Amazon had a link pointing to a new 9xxx series printer. It was removed within a few hours.
There may be printer announcements on the 17th or another date in February.
thanks for the tip JO.
cr
It may not wait
I received new information from a couple of sources regarding a new Rebel for PMA. Both sources claim that a new dslr is definitely coming, and the Rebel will be it.
1D3n/1D4
There will be no new pro camera body for PMA they both say as well.
Neither had any information in regards to new lenses.
Waterproof Camera [CR2]
Is Canon going to wise up and release a waterproof/shockproof camera for PMA? One of the sources thinks so.
Panasonic recently launched one and I’m willing to bet Olympus is going to lose a ton of sales because of it (SD Cards instead of xD).
There’s nothing defininitive at this time.
cr
Where has it gone?
You can check out Canon USA’s site to see the lens is missing.
We reported a new TS-E coming at PMA being a possibility. Coincidence?
thanks for the tip Son
cr
Now Stuck in London
Got out of Dublin after 6 hours of delay, which of course caused us to miss the connection flight to Toronto. So now I’m stuck here. There’s lots of snow coming down at the moment as well.
The charm of all this is wearing quite thin.
Best part, Air Canada has my luggage with our clothes and toothpaste. Awesome! I think we’re almost out of diapers too.
Ah well, it’s great to be alive and own Canon stuff. :)
Having a great time
Sorry there has been no updates, I’m on day 2 of being trapped in Dublin airport. Some terrible weather cancelled all the flights yesterday and there are tons of delays today.
I hope to be back in Canada tonight.
Thanks for reading.
cr
Received this from a few people today
Thank you for using Canon products.
We have discovered that, in rare instances, the main mirror of some EOS 5D Digital SLR cameras may detach due to deterioration in the strength of the adhesive. Accordingly, we would like to convey the details and our service policy concerning this phenomenon.
We offer our sincerest apologies to those customers who have been inconvenienced by this issue. Canon always strives to provide the highest quality products to our customers and we will spare no effort in our quality management to make sure our customers can use our products with confidence. We hope our efforts will earn your understanding.
Phenomenon
The main mirror of the camera detaches and images cannot be viewed through the viewfinder.
Affected Product
EOS 5D Digital SLR cameras whose main mirror has detached.
User Support
We will repair and reinforce the mirror portion of the affected products free of charge. If you own one of the affected products, please contact our Customer Support Center.
thanks for the tip
cr