UPDATE Others are thinking that this could be a 7D Mark II. Which is possible, however the missing popup flash and larger prism would say otherwise. There’s no precedent, however if they change sensor size in a 7D replacement, they probably wouldn’t call it “Mark II”. Lots more will follow I imagine.
New Sensor Patent Canon has published a back illuminated sensor patent for APS-C and Full Frame sensors. Back Illuminated Sensors allow for a more effective use of pixel area.
Patent Publication No. 2012-15275
2012.1.19 Release Date
Filing date 2010.6.30
Back-illuminated imaging device
The two bonded substrates photoelectric conversion unit and the peripheral circuit manufacturing to
Photoelectric conversion unit and the peripheral circuit microprocessor which is connected by bump
The incident light is changed and the current strong influence to adjacent pixels in the peripheral circuit, and noise (similar to a smear phenomenon).
Canon’s patented
And a peripheral circuit connected to a DC power supply photoelectric conversion unit
More information With all the additional 5D Mark III conversation coming about, I’ve also experienced an increase in EF 24-70 f/2.8L II talk.
The latest I have heard is the suspected final prototype is in the hands of the select few for testing. It has the same external zoom and is slightly shorter than the current model. It is also lighter.
There has been an IS version that was bigger and a lot heavier, as well as an internal zoom model, both of which were deemed too big and/or heavy.
Less is more? The new Canon mantra? A long while ago, we had heard the next version of the 5D Mark III would sport a 30+ megapixel file. We’ve heard recently that the Nikon D800 would be announced with a 36mp sensor.
The latest I’ve heard about the 5D Mark III’s sensor, and it comes from multiple places. Is we’re going to see it remain in the neighbourhood of 21mp. I’ve been told both 21mp or 22mp from various people.
Announcement? The most consistent mention is March for an announcement. I think they’ll announce a 5D mark III type camera after the February 7, 2012 announcement of the Nikon D800.
4K EOS Camera The announced development of a 4K Canon EOS DSLR could make some specs that come out hard to decipher. I believe a high megapixel EOS body is coming. The question is whether it would be the 5D3 or the new 4K DSLR.
Canon EF/EF-S 55-110 f/2 A new patent showing off a unique zoon range and speed from Canon. Would indoor sports be the target market with such a lens?
It’s noted that this may be for APS-C cameras, therefore an EF-S lens. (thanks Michael)
Patent Publication No. 2012-8344
2012.1.12 Release Date
Filing date 2010.6.24
Example 1
Focal length f = 55.5 – 112.2mm
Fno. = 2.0
2.0 zoom ratio
Half angle of 13.4181 – 6.712 deg.
Each group 18 Configuration 15
Inner Zoom
Group of the formula before feeding
Negative distortion that occurs in the front lens group and zooming to the telephoto side, causing a distortion in the positive side of the rear lens group is moved to the fifth group, the overall distortion suppressed .
Minimal Specs Two communications came in tonight about 5D Mark III sightings in an Asian nation. One mentioned the 5D Mark III getting GPS related certification, no mention of what that certification was called. It was also said the camera doesn’t have a high number of autofocus points compared to the 7D or 1D series bodies.
The second communication talked about a prototype having eye control autofocus. This sort of rumour hasn’t appeared for a long time, but lots of people have fond memories of the eye controlled AF of the EOS-3. There was also a mention of the camera being capable of 5fps.
Dealers announced There will be 17 dealers for the new Canon EOS C300 camera in the United States. The launch price of the camera will be $15,999 USD. One in particular, FilmTools.com has put a video up explaining how the launch is going to work. It also sounds like all the third party manufacturers will have their accessories ready to go.
From Conurus
This is the world’s first adapter that would give Canon lens owners electronic contact with Nex cameras (such as changing aperture using the camera itself).
Contest Winner! We’ve been at it for a few months. We’ve seen a lot of great photography, however there can only be one grand prize winner. Without further ado, below are the top 3 entrants in the inaugural Canon Rumors Lens Giveaway Contest!
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