A New EOS? The following spec list has appeared on the Best Buy web site. These specifications could possibly be placeholder specs, though they appear about as legit as they come. The most telling features in the spec list are the dimensions. The weight of 13.1oz make this DSLR 5oz lighter than the Rebel T4i. We’re still going with the EOS 100D name, but that may not be definite. Pricing for the camera is going to be $799 USD with the EF-S 18-55 IS Kit, though this is unconfirmed. Specifications Breakdown Model: 8575B003 18mp APS-C sensor DIGIC 5 Processor 3″ LCD Touch Screen…
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The Small DSLR We were told this morning that two new EOS cameras will be announced on March 21/22, 2013. One of them will be the “diminutive” EOS 100D and the other was unnamed by this new source. It was also mentioned that the price of the EOS 100D was “a bit expensive”. The same source said no 70D was coming this week, and it will be announced later in the spring. This point contradicts the information given by some pretty good sources, though it’s not impossible that things have changed since I first heard good info about the 70D.…
The L treatment There are a few reports out there that Canon will finally replace the TS-E 45mm and TS-E 90mm in 2013. We should expect a replacement announcement in Q2 of 2013. Both of these lenses have long been rumoured to be on the replacement docket. No one has come out and said they’ll be “L” replacements, but I think it only makes sense. This would give Canon the largest high end tilt-shift lineup on the market. Also mentioned in the same announcement breath, was Canon answer to Nikon’s 14-24 f/2.8. A very long awaited lens. Source: [NL] cr
Projector Pen Canon sent this invitation out for the press event next week on March 22. Beyond the standard paper invitation, they sent a pen with “IXUS/PowerShot” on it. The pen doubles as a projector, and projects the invite information. It’s interesting that EOS is not on the pen, unless the function of the pen is a hint about a new PowerShot. Source: [NP] cr
New white lenses? There has been some talk in the last little while about these two lenses possibly being replaced sooner than later. From personal experience, I know that Canon has discontinued the lens hood for the EF 800 f/5.6L IS, this hood also worked with the 400 f/2.8L IS. Another lens that has become quite hard to get is the EF 200 f/2L IS. I have talked to Canon Canada and they’ve been out of stock for a while with no ETA. That’s not always a perfect way to measure replacement of a lens, but with the more expensive…
The first spec list? It looks like the first spec list of the “small DSLR” coming from Canon is making its rounds. I can confirm that the next Rebel is said to have the exact same sensor as the current 650D and EOS M. The big feature difference would probably be the size and some of the interface functionality. Let’s hope it doesn’t share the same AF performance of the EOS M when in liveview mode. Specifications 18MP sensor (same sensor featured on the EOS M and EOS 650D) DIGIC 5 Touchscreen similar to the EOS M 9 focusing points A new…
Smaller than a Rebel? Reports are out there that Canon may be working on a DSLR that is smaller and lighter than the current Rebel line. The camera would be an alternative to the EOS M line and possess all the DSLR performance you would expect, especially in the AF department. We’ve seen some patents in the past that point to a smaller DSLR camera with an EVF. The only thing the camera probably requires is a certain depth to handle EF & EF-S lenses. It’s the first we’ve seen of it, but it’s definitely possible. Source: [CW] via [DC] cr
From BuyDig.com A few lens deals from BuyDig.com have popped up. All of the lens deals include a B+W UV SHPMC Protective Filter ($65 value) and free USA shipping. Canon EF 16-35 f/2.8L II $1459 (Free USA Shipping) Canon EF 70-200 f/2.8L IS II $2129 (Free USA Shipping) Canon EF 100 f/2.8L IS Macro $898 (Free USA Shipping) You’ll need to add these deals to the cart to see the discounted price and the filter. cr
From DPReview The folks at DPReview have completed their extensive review of the pretty great Canon EF 24-70 f/2.8L II. Did they like it? It seems so, although the usual price complaint comes up again. Says DPR.. “The answer, as usual, isn’t necessarily clear-cut, and depends on each individual photographers’ needs and preferences. Compared to the previous version, it offers weathersealing and a welcome reduction in weight. The Sigma can’t match it optically, especially on full frame, but is so much cheaper that many users may well be willing to overlook this, particularly if they use APS-C cameras. The Tamron looks…
Improvements coming? We’re told that a firmware update for the EOS 6D will be coming in the May/June timeframe if things go to plan. The biggest addition to the camera will be f/8 autofocus at the center point. The AI servo indicator may also be added. The firmware will also include other bug fixes and tweaks. Canon EOS 6D body at Adorama $1789 (add to cart) cr