Yes. Atleast APS-C!!! Now just package a good 50mm 1.8 Equivalent and im good to go.
July 29, 2014, 05:09:51 AM
Topic: Mirrorless Update - APS-C? [CR2] (Read 17023 times)
TrumpetPower!
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As I've previously (and repeatedly) observed, Canon's mirrorless will bridge (and presumably cannibalize) their high-end P&S line and the Rebel line.
If it's APS-C, it's a given that it'll take EF-S lenses at the least, and the Shorty McForty strongly hints that it'll take regular EF lenses as well. Considering that there won't be a mirror to get in the way and that that's the reason you can't mount EF-S lenses on EF cameras, the new mirrorless being able to mount EF lenses would almost seem to be a given.
I think the only remaining question will be if Canon introduces a new, even more compact lens series that still uses the EF physical mounts but moves even more of the optics farther back into the body. That might let them design something as pocketable as many are clamoring for -- say, a slow kit zoom not much bigger than the Shorty McForty. They might also take this opportunity to introduce in-camera IS to further save on lens size
But, again -- mirrorless will never encroach on the pro line any more than EF-S has. And if the new mirrorless comes introduced with a new lens that can't be mounted on EF-S, then it's guaranteed that there'll never be a Canon mirrorless with any size sensor other than APS-C.
I think the Canon lineup will eventually look mostly something like this:
PowerShot - Pocketable P&S, many many models, no significant change from today
Mirrorless - Replaces G-series PowerShots and all Rebels, 3 - 5 models total
??D - APS-C DSLR, one model, replacing both the 60D and 7D
5D - Full-frame DSLR w/o integrated grip, one model
1D - Flagship model
...plus whatever pro video stuff they do like the 1DC
The interesting questions will be whether they add an entry-level full-frame camera (I'm guessing they won't) and what their insane megapickle camera will be (I'm guessing a 1 series something-or-other that puts the D800 to shame but also costs at least half again as much).
b&
If it's APS-C, it's a given that it'll take EF-S lenses at the least, and the Shorty McForty strongly hints that it'll take regular EF lenses as well. Considering that there won't be a mirror to get in the way and that that's the reason you can't mount EF-S lenses on EF cameras, the new mirrorless being able to mount EF lenses would almost seem to be a given.
I think the only remaining question will be if Canon introduces a new, even more compact lens series that still uses the EF physical mounts but moves even more of the optics farther back into the body. That might let them design something as pocketable as many are clamoring for -- say, a slow kit zoom not much bigger than the Shorty McForty. They might also take this opportunity to introduce in-camera IS to further save on lens size
But, again -- mirrorless will never encroach on the pro line any more than EF-S has. And if the new mirrorless comes introduced with a new lens that can't be mounted on EF-S, then it's guaranteed that there'll never be a Canon mirrorless with any size sensor other than APS-C.
I think the Canon lineup will eventually look mostly something like this:
PowerShot - Pocketable P&S, many many models, no significant change from today
Mirrorless - Replaces G-series PowerShots and all Rebels, 3 - 5 models total
??D - APS-C DSLR, one model, replacing both the 60D and 7D
5D - Full-frame DSLR w/o integrated grip, one model
1D - Flagship model
...plus whatever pro video stuff they do like the 1DC
The interesting questions will be whether they add an entry-level full-frame camera (I'm guessing they won't) and what their insane megapickle camera will be (I'm guessing a 1 series something-or-other that puts the D800 to shame but also costs at least half again as much).
b&
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Rocky
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I am sure that the Canon Mirrorless will have it own mount (due to thinner body) with adapter for EF/EF-S lenses. Then the third part manufacturers will come up with adapters for virtually all the 'Classic lenses".
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Dylan777
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Then no one would buy it. The "classic" looks way better.
you would not buy it.. but i really doubt you can speak for other customers.
you have not done a survey, right?
so you can not even say how many people would prefer a classic look.
the SX1 is no beauty.. but then i find angelina jolie not that sexy either.
We can make quick survey to see how CRs members respond to body design
Classic Vs XS1 style
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RLPhoto
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Then no one would buy it. The "classic" looks way better.
you would not buy it.. but i really doubt you can speak for other customers.
you have not done a survey, right?
so you can not even say how many people would prefer a classic look.
the SX1 is no beauty.. but then i find angelina jolie not that sexy either.
We can make quick survey to see how CRs members respond to body design
Classic Styling anyday.
Rocky
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Mirrorless - Replaces G-series PowerShots and all Rebels, 3 - 5 models total
I doubt that will be happening soon. Not until there is a huge breakthrough in EVF technology (in both performance and cost). The optical view finder on the Rebel beats any existing EVF anytime.
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c.d.embrey
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Someone help me out here
Thanks
There are some of us who think that DSLR bodies have grown too large. We don't want to lug around a 2.5 lb Pro Body DSLR or a 2+ lb DSLR. My 16.2Mp Sony NEX 5n (APS-C, 1.5 crop) weighs 7.4 Oz. A 24Mp NEX 7 (APS-C, 1.5 crop) weighs 9.3 Oz. Are you starting to get the picture
Small light weight cameras that produce high quality files are what we want. The Sony NEX and Olympus OM-D E-M5 (15 Oz) are what many photographers want/need. These cameras may look like toys to you, but they are producing magazine covers and advertising photos. Hopefully the upcoming Canon Mirrorless with be good enough to join the party.BTW there will be no future P&S cameras, they will be replaced by smart phones
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Rocky
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Ergonomic is more important than the style. Out of ALL the existing mirrorless, Leica M9 got the best ergonomics. I doubt that canon will put a Leica style and function view finder on its mirrorless.
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