Why stop at 7K for the C50 instead of 8K? Is the industry really shifting towards online content that much?

Frodo said:

I understand that the electronic shutter is 12 bit.

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Yes Canon confirmed on their Instagram story that RAW capture with electronic shutter is 12 bit.

Nothing to my knowledge, been waiting and searching everyday, Hope they come up with a matching vintage looking pancake prime lens to go with it.

GMCPhotographics said:

The R6 iii has a few sleeper specs that are really nice. The new 1000+ RAW buffer is a bit of a game changer, plus the pre-capture feature. The slightly faster sensor readout speed of 13ms is nice too. Potentially, 14 bit processing in Electronic Shutter mode is surprising and welcome too. All very nice features for sports / wildlife shooters.
I’m really looking forward to seeing some sensor tests and demo raw files for me to try out.
It might not be the camera I want this year, it might be something I’d seriously consider later next year when the price and supply has stabilised.

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I understand that the electronic shutter is 12 bit.

The R6 iii has a few sleeper specs that are really nice. The new 1000+ RAW buffer is a bit of a game changer, plus the pre-capture feature. The slightly faster sensor readout speed of 13ms is nice too. Potentially, 14 bit processing in Electronic Shutter mode is surprising and welcome too. All very nice features for sports / wildlife shooters.
I’m really looking forward to seeing some sensor tests and demo raw files for me to try out.
It might not be the camera I want this year, it might be something I’d seriously consider later next year when the price and supply has stabilised.

esawaya said:

Who needs sharp corners at F1.2? Stop with the pixel creeping! We need lenses that produce magic, not flat boring shots with sharp corners. This is a welcome addition that I would buy any day of the week instead of the overpriced fat RF 50mm F1.2.

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You dont need to pixel peep to see the issues with this lens. Busy bokeh, soft, hazy, high CA even stopped all the way down. A continuation of Canon's tradition of ........ I hate to say it......... mediocre affordable standard primes. There are cheap zooms that look better at the same apertures/FL than this prime.

+1 Nice shot, Alan.

m4ndr4ke said:

No, you're buying it for 433€ + VAT.


Now, I'm not american but, I THINK it works like this, for them...

They don't have VAT, they have sales tax, that depends on the State and can go from nothing to like 10/12%.

They're applying the tariffs on imports, not on end purchases, so the 25% is not on $469 but on the what the importer (Canon USA, I suppose) pays for the product.
The $469 should reflect the 25% tariff already. However, it does not include Sales Tax, which is calculated and applied the moment the end-buyer makes his payment.

If I'm mistaken, please, may someone correct me

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You can see price here for my US order.

Maximilian said:

I won't apologize here, because this is just your interpretation and not what I said.
When you read my posts as (veiled) insults I could interpret yours as such as well, which I didn't until now.


I think it is even less constructive to continue with criticism that started pointing into a completely different direction.
And when I tried to explain that I could start to understand your argumentation after some more key points made yours more clearly, you now accuse me about "veiled insults"?
Be careful who seems to be accusing whom.

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Just stop already? People probably want to read about cameras and lenses instead of this.

Handsome male Stonechat from yesterday (R5ii 800mm).

Eloniel said:

Can you explain the use case vs an exposition alert when an area of the image is burned ?

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You can set the level (e.g. 80%) when you want Zebra stripes to occur, something which the Highlight Alert cannot do.

Adorama has a post explaining the use of Zebra’s: https://www.adorama.com/alc/zebra-setting/

Maximilian said:

Nope! I am fine. And opinions are also fine.
But thank you for asking. If I sound like that, I'll have to rethink the way I phrase things.
To me, your wording sounded so just as familiar as the whiners who think they have a better product strategy than Canon and that everywhere else the grass is greener.
Maybe I understood you wrong here, but if not then the only way is to go where the grass is greener.
That's all.

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Such a fast response with haphazardly veiled insults.

Criticism on a companys strategy as a customer who invests thousands of € on their products is valid. But posting about other posters is rarely constructive.

Tom R5R7 said:

Regarding GPS, with the "intelligent" flash connection setup, they ought to be able to make a self-powered GPS module that is both small and unobtrusive, and fits on the flash shoe mount of all newer Canon bodies.

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I agree, I posted in another thread: “Canon could make an external GPS similar to the Speedlite transmitter ST-E10. The size would accommodate a gps chip + antenna, it can be powered via the hotshoe and controlled via the camera menu’s. The size would not be very cumbersome in the field.”

See: Post in thread 'Canon Officially Announces the Canon EOS R6 Mark III'
https://www.canonrumors.com/forum/t...-the-canon-eos-r6-mark-iii.44848/post-1035256

JohanCruyff said:

For example it could be 300 USD + 75 Tariff = 375 at the customs, plus 94 USD to cover the costs of shipping the product to the shop / customer, the warranty, the share of common costs, Canon USA and retailers' margins etc.

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I doubt it's that much. I expect the retailer to make at least $100 profit when selling at RRP, with Canon making a similar, if not bigger number.
These lenses are probably entering customs at $200 or less, it's Canon Japan to Canon USA.

I remember the RF 16mm f/2.8 was listed with a cost price of around €250 when it was released (I was working at a retailer), but that number still didn't account for quantity discounts, early payments or any other benefits. The lens had a RRP of 359€, here. I would expect a bigger margin for the retailer, on a more expensive lens like the RF 45.

Here's some information that Perplexity AI assumes, most is pretty obvious:

A Canon RE-1, as a digital remake of the iconic AE-1, would combine retro design elements with modern digital features, aiming to appeal to nostalgic users and enthusiasts of tactile photography experiences. Canon is rumored to be developing such a camera for release near the AE-1's 50th anniversary in 2026, blending classic aesthetics with up-to-date technology

Expected RE-1 Features

Classic AE-1 Inspired Design: Retro styling with dials for shutter speed, ISO, and exposure compensation, minimal grip bulge, and a film advance lever as a thumb grip, closely emulating the original AE-1 form factor.

Manual Controls: Physical dials for key settings and potentially a mode dial replaced with tactile controls, emphasizing an intuitive, hands-on user experience.

Full-frame 24MP Sensor: Likely to use Canon’s current non-stacked 24MP full-frame sensor (as found in the EOS R6 Mark II and R8), balancing image quality with affordability.

In-Body Image Stabilization (IBIS): For steady shots with both vintage and modern lenses.

OLED Electronic Viewfinder: High-resolution EVF for a clean shooting interface without a rear screen clutter (some rumors even suggest minimalist, Leica-like controls via EVF or connected app, possibly limited rear display).

Advanced Autofocus & Connectivity: Latest Dual Pixel AF, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and potentially app-based controls, making it practical for modern workflows and connected shooting.

Limited Video Features: Unlike hybrid models, focus is expected to be on photography rather than advanced video specs, keeping with the AE-1’s heritage as a stills camera.

RF Mount Compatibility: Full compatibility with Canon’s RF system, possibly bundled with RF manual-primes and even an FD-RF adapter for using vintage lenses.

Vari-angle Display (Rumored): Some sources mention a flexible rear display, though others suggest a minimal or fixed screen to maintain the throwback look.

Unique Options and VariantsSilver/Black Body Choices: Metal body available in classic finishes with weather sealing for durability.

Multiple Sensor Formats: There’s speculation about both full-frame and APS-C versions, appealing to different user bases.

Pricing and Positioning: Expected to be an enthusiast camera around $2000 USD, paralleling retro models from Nikon and Fujifilm.

Maximilian said:

If you don't like the Canon product strategy, leave Canon behind.

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Are you personally insulted I dont like Canons lens strategy? Tone sounds a bit aggressive to me considering these are just opinions on a forum.

m4ndr4ke said:

I think the tariff is applied to the import cost. There's still profit for Canon USA and then profit for the retailer. The real impact of the import tariff should be much smaller.

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Correct.
For example it could be 300 USD + 75 Tariff = 375 at the customs, plus 94 USD to cover the costs of shipping the product to the shop / customer, the warranty, the share of common costs, Canon USA and retailers' margins etc.

I took my lens to a wildlife preserve neat my house and starting playing around with burst mode. I managed to get a nice sequence of a turkey vulture. This helps convince me that the used lens is solid and works well with the R6 Mk2.

Canon Rumors said:

Why I’m Buying The R5C Instead Of The C50 (Or R6 Mark III)

See full article...

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I wonder if Canon will ever do an R5C II based on the R5 II. The fast stacked sensor and strong DR performance in the more familiar body shape, with active cooling, would be of interest to quite a few people.

I also wonder what Nikon will do with the 45mp stacked sensor in the Z8/Z9. Can't help but think they will make an 8k cine body with that sensor. They have the potential to be quite disruptive to the industry if they listen to Red and play their cards right.

Canon Rumors said:

The product box has been corrected and B&H will update their web site.

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Thanks for checking into it so quickly, and also for contacting B&H.

I was hoping that it would be BSI, but the reduced native ISO range vs the R6 II (100-51,200 vs 100-102,400) made me think it probably wasn't going to be the case.

JohanCruyff said:

I know. I meant that consumers think VAT included.
We don't know / care if 529 eur correspond to 433+96 VAT, to 500+29 VAT or to 300+229 VAT.
For us, if Amazon.it asks 529 eur, it's 529 eur.

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Many here will have deductible VAT

JohanCruyff said:

If this is true, than 375,2 dollar (i.e. 469 / 1.25) would be a theoretical price that covers all the purchase costs AND the margins expected by every operator from the factory to the final shop. That's amazing.

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I think the tariff is applied to the import cost. There's still profit for Canon USA and then profit for the retailer. The real impact of the import tariff should be much smaller.

m4ndr4ke said:

No, you're buying it for 433€ + VAT.

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I know. I meant that consumers think VAT included.
We don't know / care if 529 eur correspond to 433+96 VAT, to 500+29 VAT or to 300+229 VAT.
For us, if Amazon.it asks 529 eur, it's 529 eur.

And I realize I was simplifying, assuming that V.A.T. can be considered similar to the Sales Tax, from the customer's point of view.

m4ndr4ke said:

They're applying the tariffs on imports, not on end purchases, so the 25% is not on $469 but on the what the importer (Canon USA, I suppose) pays for the product.
The $469 should reflect the 25% tariff already.

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If this is true, than 375,2 dollar (i.e. 469 / 1.25) would be a theoretical price that covers all the purchase costs AND the margins expected by every operator from the factory to the final shop. That's amazing.

Del Paso said:

Oh my God, that's true! They are indeed praising the R6 III (unlike some Canon forum members...)

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Wow, they are really losing it. Kind of hilarious lmao. A7V specs don't even seem that bad, though they do seem a step behind the R6 III which I think was just generally unexpected.

Canon Rumors said:

"The R5C has an identical button layout to the R5 and R6. And on jobs where I’m using multiple cameras at once, I’ve always struggled remapping my muscle memory from camera to camera. This is a quirk that I never see YouTubers discuss.
See full article...

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Of course, they never discuss it. Fits in the picture I have of YouTubers: talk about gear, complain and whine, but never actually use it! That's why they don't know about it.