Back in June, Tamron announced the development of an RF version of the 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD superzoom lens for APS-C sensors. Tamron has officially launched the new lens and it is available for preorder. At $629, it looks like this will be a great value lens for the shooters that like one […]

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Canon has submitted a patent application in Japan for a series of fast, supertelephoto prime lenses that reduce the size of the current EF and RF versions of the 300mm f/2.8, 400mm f/2.8 and 500mm f/4. RF 400mm f/2.8L IS USM II The 400mm f/2.8L IS USM in this optical design is down about a […]

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technically not a macro, but a 600mm sigma on an R5.. but can give a macro effect.

One of the most highly anticipated cameras coming from Canon is the EOS R7 Mark II. There is still a big market for the prosumer 7 series APS-C cameras and Canon plans to bring the next iteration “up market”. One of the big claims is that the EOS R7 Mark II will be the first […]

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Lynx cubs filmed at an age of about 8 weeks with R3.

The United States and Japan have reached a framework in regard to tariffs, which is set at 15% for imports from Japan. Canon USA officially increased prices across the board in late June, though there were avenues to get new gear at the former pricing at various retailers. According to a report at PetaPixel, adjustments […]

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Announcement season looks like it’s going to get rolling in the second week of August with Sigma set to announce 3 new lenses on August 9. For now, only of them will be available for the RF Mount. We have already seen the Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC DN, and it is for APS-C cameras and […]

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Sony launched the RX1R III to the surprise of everyone, even the usual suspects that get cameras in hand before an announcement. Was this done to block leaks? Or was it something else…… High-Demand? Sony is now claiming that the RX1R III is in high demand that there is a supply shortage, which it sits […]

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Canon has released financial results for the 2nd quarter of 2025, and things seem to be humming along ok. There isn’t anything that has shown huge growth, but there has been some growth in their imaging division, including Network Cameras. Canon is expecting demand in the United States to drop due to price increases from […]

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There have been comments elsewhere that some folks are not using OEM batteries. I was under the impression that NON-OEM batteries wouldn't work w/ the R5M2. Is that now incorrect?

As to the issue of firmware #1.0.3, my camera would do weird things like, failing to focus, or locking up and not being able to change setting. Power cycling the camera took care of the problem, but who wants to do that? Also the metering seemed to be effected from time to time...the camera became untrustworthy. I sent my camera to Norfolk and had the firmware "wound back" to. 1.0.2, but I haven't shot since then (got it back a few days ago).

The most advanced Ninja ever: all new design with SDI, CFexpress, integrated cloud features, and blazingly fast performance. Atomos is proud to announce the all-new Ninja TX, a completely re-engineered and advanced addition to the acclaimed Ninja monitor-recorder family. While other Ninja models offer only HDMI connections, Ninja TX features both 12G-SDI and HDMI 2.0 […]

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Canon has released new firmware for the most recent, and pretty awesome Cinema EOS cameras. Both the C80 and C400 get some new features and bug fixes. Canon Cinema EOS C400 1.0.3.1 Download Firmware v1.0.3.1 for the Cinema EOS C400 Canon Cinema EOS C80 Download Firmware v1.0.3.1 for the Cinema EOS C80

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Last week, Canon released new firmware for pretty much the entire line-up. The EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II firmware was pulled a few hours after it launched to fix a couple of bugs. The bugs have since been fixed and Canon rolled out the new versions today. Canon EOS R6 Mark II v1.6.0 […]

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Kolari Vision, famous for their infrared conversion service has down a teardown of the Canon EOS R50 V, and found it to be just about the easiest camera that they’ve taken apart. This is nice to see and could help keep the EOS R50 V an affordable camera to maintain should something go wrong. Canon […]

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Canon has released new major firmware for the EOS R5 Mark II for the second time in a week. This update fixes an issue where video could not be recorded correctly when using a memory card larger than 2TB with the [Pre-recording] setting enabled. Canon EOS R5 Mark II Firmware v1.1.1 Download

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Canon has released new major firmware for the EOS R1 for the second time in a week. This update fixes an issue where video could not be recorded correctly when using a memory card larger than 2TB with the [Pre-recording] setting enabled. It also fixes an issue where the camera failed to operate properly after […]

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Sony has announced the launch of the PXW-Z300, a flagship handheld XDCAM® camcorder featuring 1/2-inch 4K 3-CMOS Exmor R® sensors, the latest BIONZ XR™ image processing engine, and a dedicated AI-processing unit.

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Last month, Sigma announced the 17-40mm f/1.8 DC Art lens for APS-C cameras to some fanfare. The new lens has already begun shipping for other mounts, but we're still waiting for the RF version to hit stores.

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Firmware Notice: EOS R5: Firmware Version 2.2.0​

Firmware Version 2.2.0 incorporates the following fixes and enhancements:

1. Improves security features. A password must be set initially.
   a. Adds the ability to review the history of any changes made to the password, network information, or other settings.
   b. For more information, please refer to the 'Setting a Password' section in the Advanced User Guide on cam.start.canon.
2. Enables firmware updates to be performed when the camera is connected to the internet and new firmware is made available on Canon servers.
3. Adds support for the Software Development Assistance Kit (EDSDK/CCAPI).
4. Adds a function that simultaneously protects images when they are rated.
5. Adds the ability to use up to 8TB of CFexpress cards.
   a. Note:
   i. Cards larger than 8TB require low-level formatting by the camera.
   ii. Cards larger than 8TB are treated as 8TB cards.
   iii. Cards larger than 2TB cannot be used for firmware updating.
6. Adds compatibility for Peripheral Coordinated Control with RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM lens.
   a. With RF16-28mm F2.8 IS STM, Peripheral Coordinated Control only applies to still photo shooting.
7. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur during Bluetooth communication due to interference from other Bluetooth devices.
8. Fixes an issue in which Err70 may occur when repeatedly shooting in the "High-speed continuous shooting +" mode.
9. Fixes an issue in which HDMI output may momentarily stop when [Screen Off] is activated in the Power Saving settings.

If the camera's firmware is already Version 2.2.0, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

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Last week Canon announced and launched two major firmware updates for the Canon EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II. Unfortunately, they were pulled a few hours after their initial release to address an issue around playback in camera or on a computer with memory cards above 2TB when shooting video with pre-capture activated.

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Canon has released firmware v1.9.0 for the EOS R3, this firmware update adds a couple of new features along with various bug fixes.

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