Renowned lens reviewer Christopher Frost has posted a review of Canon’s first autofocus lens, the Canon FD 35-70mm f/4 AF.
About the Canon FD 35-70mm f/4 AF
This is the world’s first autofocus zoom lens with an autofocus function using Canon’s own SST (Solid State Triangulation) method. The incorporation of this function into the best-selling FD35-70mm f/4 (June 1979) interchangeable lens brought about automation of focusing for SLR cameras.
The SST method is a system in which information on the photographed object that enters the sensor through two fixed mirrors is converted into an electric signal and distance is measured by a microcomputer, with focusing performed by moving a distance ring with a motor. The latest fixed imaging device CCD (charge-coupled device) technology is adopted to provide high resolution and a broad dynamic range able to detect low to high luminance, making it less susceptible to the contrast and pattern size of the photographed object and enabling highly...

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The folks at Photons to Photos have completed their dynamic range testing of the Canon EOS R3 sensor. The dynamic range is pretty comparable to the Canon EOS R5.
Canon EOS R3 vs Canon EOS R5 Dynamic Range
Head on over to Photons to Photos to learn more.

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Here’s another casualty of the global chip shortage, this time from Sony. Sony has announced they have halted production of the Sony ZV-E10 for an undetermined length of time.
Sony stopped accepting new orders for the Sony ZV-E10 on December 3, 2021.
Press Release from Sony Japan:
Notice and apology regarding temporary suspension of orders for digital imaging products
Thank you for your continued patronage of Sony products.
Currently, with regard to digital imaging products, parts procurement is delayed due to the effects of global semiconductor shortages.
Therefore, we will suspend the acceptance of orders from our distributors and customers at the Sony store as follows for specific models with tight supply.
Regarding the resumption of order acceptance, we will consider it while observing the status of parts supply and will inform you separately on the product information page.
We deeply apologize for any inconvenience caused to our customers.
We will do our utmost to deliver the...

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Canon has released new firmware for the Canon RF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM. This firmware update adds full-time manual focus when used with the EOS R3, EOS R5, and EOS R6.
The update also fixes an issue in which the background may not blur when using slow panning on mode 2 or mode 3 image stabilization.
Firmware Version 1.1.0 incorporates the following enhancements and fixes:

Adds an electronic full-time manual focus function (a function that enables constant manual focus adjustment in both One-shot AF and Servo AF), which is enabled when using the EOS R5, EOS R6, and

[url=https://www.canonrumors.com/firmware-release-canon-rf-70-200mm-f-4l-is-usm-v1-1-0/]Continue reading...

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The always polarizing DXOMark has released their sensor score for the Canon EOS R3, and it’s the highest for any Canon camera in their database with a score of 96. While this may be Canon’s highest sensor score ever, it’s still behind offerings from Panasonic, Sony and Nikon, but very slightly.
DXOMark did call the Canon EOS R3 the best low light performer in their full-frame sensor database, something Canon hasn’t been at the top of for quite some time.
From DXOMark
While we’ll have to wait and see what form a possible top-of-the-range EOS R1 takes, the Canon EOS R3 is certainly a compelling contender for its intended market. Not only does it have excellent dynamic range at key low, mid and high sensitivities, it has the best...

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The Canon USA store has stock of the recently released Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM. This is one of the lenses that Canon has stated will be in short supply for the foreseeable future. So if you’re interested, act fast.
Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM Key Features

First ultra wide-angle, fixed focal length RF lens
High image quality and bright, fixed f/2.8 maximum aperture
A stepping motor (gear-type STM) that provides smooth & quiet continuous
AF during video recording
Supremely lightweight and compact, for an ultra-wide lens for full-frame cameras
Minimum focusing distance of 5.11 inches and maximum magnification of 0.26x
Control/Focusing Ring can directly adjust numerous settings
Fixed Focal Length: Focal Length: 16mm
Lens Type: Wide Angle Lens

Canon RF 16mm f/2.8 STM $299

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The global chip shortage doesn’t appear to be letting up any time soon. It’s looking more and more like these issues may run well into 2022, if not longer.
Canon has issued an official statement saying that new orders for the Canon EOS R3 may take up to 6 months to deliver.
From Canon Japan
Currently, we have received orders for each of the following products in excess of expectations, and due to the impact of global parts supply, delivery delays are occurring. We apologize for the inconvenience caused to our customers and business partners.
The products are scheduled to be shipped one by one, but it is expected that it will take a lot of time for the new camera body EOS R3 and RF lens RF14-35mm F4 L IS USM.
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Canon is releasing new firmware for the Canon EOS R5, Canon EOS R6, and Canon EOS-1D X Mark III in the next 24 hours, depending on where you are. You can download any version you may come across.
Download Firmware v1.6.0 for the Canon EOS-1D X Mark III
Firmware Version 1.6.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

Improves head detection performance to support helmets or goggles in winter sports.
Eliminates the center press operation of the multi-controller to prevent accidentally transferring images during FTP transfer.
Adds the ability, when the Rating function is assigned to the...

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Along with new firmware for the Canon EOS R5, firmware v1.5.0 for the Canon EOS R6 will be available within the next 24 hours.
Download Firmware v1.5.0 for the Canon EOS R6
Firmware Version 1.5.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

Improves head detection performance to support helmets or goggles in winter sports.
Adds [Vehicles] selection to [Subject to detect] selection in the [AF] tab to support the detection of automobiles and motorcycles in motorsports. Adds [Spot detection] when [Vehicles] is selected as the helmet of the driver or rider*.
 *Detection may not be possible for ordinary passenger cars or...

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The New 4K/HDR Professional Reference Display is Ideal for Use Inside Broadcast Relay Vehicles, Sub-Control Rooms, and On-Set HDR Monitoring
MELVILLE, NY, December 1, 2021 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the launch of the DP-V1830, an 18.4-inch professional 4K reference display that features improved core components such as a high-quality display engine, a revamped set of high-resolution algorithms, new panels and a new backlighting system — all of which deliver an increase in image quality over previous Canon displays. Adhering to HDR standards1, the display features a compact and lightweight 18.4-inch panel that can be ideal for use in tight working spaces, including outside broadcast (ob) vans, sub-control rooms, and on-set production tents. The new reference display is poised to be a versatile tool for demanding industry professionals and can help support efficient workflows in a wide variety of working environments.

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Canon is continuing its move into security camera solutions, this time with an extremely robust 4K remote controllable camera. I was hoping for something a bit more affordable than the $13,299 USD pricetag, but I guess I wasn’t the target market.
Press Release
MELVILLE, NY, December 1, 2021 – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the launch of the CR-X300 4K Outdoor PTZ(pan-tilt-zoom) camera. The CR-X300 supports a full IP1 workflow, including a single cable solution with PoE++ for power that includes IP streaming of signal and control. Even better, the CR-X300 shares core imaging technologies, including image quality and autofocus capabilities Canon’s popular lineup of professional camcorders, as well as the CR-N300 indoor PTZ camera.
The CR-X300 supports a wide range of communications standards and provides an outstanding level of protection from environmental factors, making it an ideal remote PTZ camera system for video capture in such...

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The long rumoured APS-C RF mount camera from Canon is starting to appear more and more likely. I have been told by an solid source that Canon is “definitely” releasing an APS-C RF mount camera in 2022.
Now, I don’t know if we’re talking about something like an “EOS R7” or a camera(s) to take the place of the EOS M line.
More to come…

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Bryan at The-Digital-Picture has completed his review of the Canon EOS R3. Canon’s latest full-frame mirrorless camera which began shipping last week.
Bryan’s closing thoughts
With each new high-end camera iteration, it becomes more difficult to be happy with the newfound annoyances (additional steps or efforts required to get the same job done) of the older models, and the R3 brings out those inadequacies of the other models. The R3 has professional-grade build quality combined with arguably the best AF system ever placed in an interchangeable lens camera. The Eye Control AF, subject detection and tracking performance, Smart Controllers, and a myriad of other features give this camera a review-time advantage over all other models.
The performance of the Canon EOS R3 suggests flagship 1-series membership, and...

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Venus Optics announce the World’s Smallest 2x macro lens for full frame mirrorless cameras: Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO
Anhui China, 29 November 2021 – Venus Optics, the camera lens manufacturer that has been endeavouring to invent unique lenses, is thrilled to release Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO, an exceedingly compact and affordable mirrorless full-frame macro lens with excellent image quality. Weighs only 259g, the lens still comes with 2x magnification inherited from most of the Laowa macro lenses which give photographers a wider range of flexibility in creation. The APO design empowers this lens to produce pleasing minimal CA images. It fulfils the needs of many macro photographers while relieving the pain from carrying the heavy load of gears.

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