Author: Canon Rumors

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5D Mark II The 5D Mark II currently has an instant $500 rebate in Canada. I do not recall ever seeing that big of a rebate on a camera body. The 800 f/5.6 which costs about 5 times more than a 5D Mark II has a $1000 rebate. I’ve received some info about a new Hybrid camera for September that is a giant leap forward. I’m not saying 5D Mark III, but that’s a big rebate for an “affordable” camera. D700 replacement imminent? 60D Various reports of reps saying a 60D is on the near horizon. A lot more stores…

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Hybrid Camera I received an email today that stated Canon has a new Hybrid camera (video & stills) coming in September. It wasn’t stated whether or not it was a new DSLR or a new form factor camera. It was supposed to be used around the globe shooting promotional video, but due to budget constraints it will not leave Japan. I am trying to get a bit more info as to what is being classified a “hybrid” camera. Sony and Panasonic have both shown us new types of camcorders, maybe this is in the same area. iPad, 5D Mark II…

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1Ds Mark IV A link has been spread across the web showing a 1Ds Mark IV price, as well as the ability to order the camera. For the moment I have not published the link, as I’ve been burned before by products being added to store sites and getting free click through advertising. In this case, I need more than a model name and a megapixel count, I posted terrible 1Ds4 info in the past and I do not want to do it again. 50D Stock Stock of the 50D has been depleted by a bunch of stores in Canada.…

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680EX? The 580EX II will remain in the lineup. Direct email quote. An all new Top-Line Master Controller Flashgun tentatively named 680ex will be launched offering: Master/Slave GN 68 @ 105mm Separate Master/Slave switch previously found on 580EX Zone Control Better switches and improved Screen and Menu Fully Weathersealed Scheduled Launch Date: July-Dec 2010 New Generation of Flashguns to be compatible with 40D onwards with Generation 2 Menu Interface. cr

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An evolving prime lineup. Received a very cryptic email this AM about some upcoming lens upgrades. The following 3 lenses were mentioned. 50 f/1.2L II Improved AF performance and new coatings. Optical elements to remain the same. 85 f/1.2L III Improved AF speed and new coatings. Optical elements to remain the same. 135 f/2L IS Image stabilization added, as well as the new coatings. Optical elements to remain the same. Probability? I’m not sure, I’ve received snippets of info about the 85 and 135 getting upgraded. If all they’re doing with the 50 and 85 is adding new electronics and coatings to…

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Best Buy Best Buy has always given clues as to what was coming. Currently Best Buy Canada is selling the 50D as a body only. It doesn’t appear kits are available on the site anymore. From a birdie If you want some tidbits of info, here’s one. Canon attempted to purchase Pentax. There’s a concern within Canon about Sony’s position in the DSLR market.  They’re proving to be very committed in gaining marketshare. It was insinuated that Sony has interest in Pentax and its user base, whereas Canon doesn’t necessarily want the same thing. It was an interesting talk. I don’t…

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Regarding 2.0.7 According to Canon RCC Nordic, the new firmware also fixed some banding issues with the 5D Mark II and firmware 2.0.4. Stealth fixes happen from time to time. Cheap Primes I’m receiving information from around the globe about shortages of Canon’s cheap prime lenses. Some are being listed as backordered until June 30, 2010 at a couple of European retailers. EF non L prime lenses coming? cr

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Updated As reported a couple days ago, a new 5D Mark II firmware has been released. Firmware Changes This firmware update (Version 2.0.7) incorporates the following improvements and fixes. Fixes a phenomenon in which the aperture exhibits abnormal movement when shooting movies in manual exposure mode and Aperture Priority AE (Av mode) using some Canon lenses (such as macro lenses). Fixes a phenomenon in which the exposure level shown in the LCD panel differs from what is shown in the viewfinder when shooting still images in manual exposure mode. Fixes a phenomenon in which the Wireless File Transmitter (WFT-E4 or…

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