Author: Canon Rumors

Canon Launches New Vixia HF G10 Camcorder CMOS Sensor (2mp) 10x Optical Zoom 1920×1200 3″ Touchscreen Camera Filters Manual Focus Dual SDXC Slots 32gb Internal $1499 USD S30 Camcorder Launches 8.59mp Sensor 3.5″ Touchscreen 32gb Internal $1099 USD M41, M40, M400 Camcorders Launched CMOS Sensor 10x Optical Zoom 3″ Touchscreen LCD Dual SDXC Slots 32gb, 16gb & Card Only Models $799, $699, $649 (USD) R21, R20, R200 Camcorders Launches 3.2mp Sensor 3″ Touchscreen LCD HD to SD Down Conversion Dual SDXC Slots 20x Optical Zoom 32gb, 8gb, Card Only Models $499, $399, $379 (USD) cr

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Canon Launches A3300 IS 16mp 5x Zoom (28mm wide) HD Video 3″ LCD DIGIC IV $179 USD Canon Launches A2200 14mp 4x Zoom (28mm Wide) HD Video 2.7″ LCD DIGIC IV $139 USD Canon Launches A1200 12mp 4x Zoom (28mm wide) HD Video 2.7″ LCD DIGIC IV $109 USD Canon Launches A800 10mp 3.3x Zoom HD Video 2.5″ LCD DIGIC III $89 USD

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Rebel 600D The obvious next Rebel is starting to pick up steam. Will we see it for CP+ in February? I’ve been told countless times by good people there will be NO SLRs introduced for CES on January 6. The following are listed as the changes to the 550D. It looks like a very incremental upgrade. 600D Articulating screen like the 60D 18mp 9 Point AF Increased shutter range in Auto ISO Mode Video Snapshot Mode ISO 100-12800 DIGIC IV New software features for still and video I can definitely see the 600D being a minor advancement. 1100D 12mp HD Video (Probably…

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Unable to confirm as of yet PR has posted a report that Canon USA will be raising prices as much as 10% come February 1, 2011. I have been unable to confirm that is going to happen. The reported reason is to combat the weak US dollar. It’s completely believable. cr

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*UPDATE* The entry level A series cameras will be replaced at CES. A new product line will be launched, however it won’t resemble the TX1/SX1. It’s still unclear what it will be. Everything seems to be under tight lock and key. It’s said to be a consumer product. No SLR or lenses for CES. Anything new coming? I’ve heard Canon will introduce a new product line at CES, it may only consist of one product to start. It will not be a PowerShot, nor an EVIL (Mirrorless) camera system. I’ve been told to think along the lines of the TX1…

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The Review Has Been Posted I took the new 70-300L on safari with me and really fell in love with the lens. I tried to point out a few things that may annoy some people, most things were small issues. Check out the review. *Correction* I updated the review to let you know the Kenko Pro 300 DGX 1.4 teleconverter will work on the lens. thanks jason Another point of view Acclaimed photographer Eric Meola gives some brief thoughts on the new 70-300L as well. Read it here cr

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First 5D Mark III Spec List. 28 megapixel 2 Stop Noise Improvement 63-segment metering 1920×1080 30/25/24 frame Video RAW Video CES Announcement CR’s Take I posted this because it seems like a rumor that may spread around the web. It’s highly unlikely Canon will introduce a 5D Mark III at CES. cr

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Something coming I received some vague information that Canon will announce something beyond point and shoots for CES, which runs from January 6 – January 9 in Las Vegas. It is a camera of some kind, no word on exactly what. I have been told there will be no lenses announced with the product. I hope to have more information soon, and I expect I will. cr

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From B&H Photo B&H and Adorama have the new teleconverters in stock. I have one of each on order. B&H: Canon EF 1.4x III $499 | Preorder: Canon EF 2.0x III $499 Adorama: Canon EF 1.4x III $499 | Preorder: Canon EF 2.0x III $499 Worth an upgrade? The Extender EF 1.4x III and Extender EF 2x III have been designed to complement the latest range of L-series lenses, matching their appearance and offering a visible differentiation from previous models. A carefully positioned lens release mechanism also makes it easy to mount the extenders quickly, reducing the time that the…

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