A very vague roadmap for Canon’s 2019 came to us over the weekend. It seems like the same sort of vague roadmap that happens at internal marketing and sales meetings. Take all of this with a grain of salt.
We’re told to expect an “exciting” new cinema camera, possible ahead of NAB in April. However, the announcement date isn’t confirmed as of yet. There has been some talk about a follow-up to the Cinema EOS C300 Mark II. We’ve heard that there could possibly be an 8K “upgrade option” for such a camera. However, that is unconfirmed at this time.
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I'm curious if Tammy is known or rumored to be releasing more SP Prime lenses. I've love to see some over 90mm.

We’re told that Canon may announce two more RF mount lenses in 2019, but it’s possible they will get pushed into early 2020.
Apparently, the original plan was to announce the development of 8 lenses with the EOS RP, but for whatever reason, that plan was scrapped. Lens launches have always been a moving target.

We weren’t told what the other two lenses might be, and we don’t want to guess at this point in time. One patent in particular maybe give us some clues about what’s next for RF mount lenses. The patent shows optical formulas for an RF 100-400mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM and a likely Non-L RF 70-300 f/4-5.6 IS.
We do think the extremely popular 100-400mm zoom will be one of the next few of lenses to be announced.
I suspect we’ll get more clues over the next couple of months with further patents being uncovered.
We don’t yet know when the...

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President’s day is tomorrow,  but Adorama has started their annual President’s day sale early. There are tons of savings on all sorts of Canon gear available.
Some of our favorite deals include:

Canon EOS M50 w/15-45mm STM $649
Canon EOS M50 w/15-45mm STM & 55-200mm STM $879
Canon EOS 6D $999

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May I ask you for advice:
My Eos R is suffering from an low EVF brightness. If I change the brightness level, from level 4 to 7 there is no change in brightness in the EVF. Eco Mode is off.
EVF brighness changes work on the Display.
Did an reset two times, but nothing changed.

It is no pleasure to shoot in bright condition for me at this moment.

Any advice you can give me please?

Hello all

I am looking at getting a compact bridge camera with a bit of a zoom on it and like the look of the G3X. I read some place that there may be an announcement in Feb (this month) about a possible G3X Mark II and a hope of it containing an APS-C sensor.

I would like to know your thoughts on how likely this is?

Thank you for any info/insight.

Cheers

Jamie

I’m not a video guy (though that is changing), and I usually err on the side of Canon when it comes to the video features that they put into cameras. I realize a lot of what they may omit from a camera can sometimes come down to reliability and usability, as they want to make a creative tool that you don’t really have to worry about. I think anyone can admit Canon is probably at the top of the heap when it comes to these sorts things, even if the spec list doesn’t set the world on fire.

I also realize Canon seems to want to protect camera models that are up the food chain. Though I’ve always liked Steve Jobs’ philosophy on this; “If you don’t cannibalize yourself, someone else will”. But that’s a conversation for another day.
Now we have the Canon EOS RP, a small full-frame camera that looks fantastic for stills shooters. Video shooters were pretty much expecting an EOS M50 with a full frame sensor and an RF mount, which I think was a completely justified expectation. No one was...

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I've a bunch of lenses and currently a 5DmkIV and a 7DmkII.
I'm actually pretty happy but I'm missing 2 things: a significantly wider lens than a 16-35 and I'd like a second FF body.
in an EF world that would be easy: another 5DmkIV and an EF11-24 and I'm lighter quite a bit of money.
But then comes along RF... in principle esp. the very wide lenses should benefit most from the RF's shorter flange distance, but they don't make it yet.
Same for the R: it wants to either use a smartphone's GPS or an GP-E2 mounted on the hotshoe. [I used to have a GP-E2 on an 5DmkIII, not a fan at all]

I don't have to have the second FF body, but it avoids lens swaps in dirty places and far more importantly, allows for more time taking pictures (instead of "playing" with gear).
The lens at a point will become more pressing. As there's too many far too large things I can't back away from I encounter. Probably won't need the 11mm, but I need better than 16mm too often and have too often to compromise too much from what I wanted to get in the frame. I know the drawbacks of the perspective effects really wide lenses give already on a 16mm and it's only going to be worse, but well ...

I know I'd be perfectly happy with the EF solution, but it'll start to nag at a point that I'm "missing the boat" with the RF system.
No GPS is for what I do not an option, so I'd need to buy a GP-E2 and deal with the size of it, the AA batteries, not forgetting to turn it on, ... all-in-all not a nice solution.
Moreover it'll bring back really bad memories of the horrible copy of the 5DmkIII I used to have - really hated that body.

With Canon focussing on the lower end RP, and on lenses they'll probably sell more copies of than any of the extremely wide ones ... when do I stop waiting for them to start selling what I want/need ?

Also is there any hope a "next" RF body will have proper in-body GPS receivers ?
Or will it remain a kludge with a bulky GP-E2 on your body or a bluetooth connection to a phone that's prone to call it quits in far too many conditions to rely on it working at all times?

I'm leaning to going the EF path more and more, and sell it on if and when I get the feeling I'm missing the RF boat.

Opinions ?

Canon has released the manual for the brand new Canon EOS RP for your reading pleasure. The EOS RP is expected to begin shipping over the next few weeks.
Get the Canon EOS RP manual here

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It never fails, once Canon announces a new camera, the inevitable question we receive is “what’s coming next?” The launch of the EOS RP (preorder here) was expected and has received a lot of positive feedback from the still shooters, though the video guys seem to mostly be annoyed by the lack of 1080p at 24fps, which we also feel was a strange thing to omit.
We have some ideas about what’s coming next, and we’ve heard a few bits of information in regards to the EOS R system, so we’ll try to quickly break down what we’ve been told is coming mixed with a little bit of what we think is coming.

EOS R camera bodies
We know a third EOS R body is coming sometime in late 2019 or early 2020. Though dates can obviously move depending on how development goes. We think the 6 new RF mount lenses will have to...

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I like this Fuji series of bodies and this latest one comes with an impressive set of features and high performance all at a very decent price. ($1300 cdn w 15-45mm kit lens or $999us, $899us body)

Kinda steals some thunder from the RP's debut, IMO.

http://www.fujifilm.com/news/n190214_01.html

selected hilites:

30fps in 1.25 crop mode
20fps in full mode

new BSI 26MP Xtrans 4 sensor with over 2 million phase detection sensels

eye-tracking AF even during video
8 bit 4:2:0 internal recording to UHS3 SD
10 bit 4:2:2 external
6k downsampled to 4k/30 (~10 minute limit)
F-log gamma option
film simulation for video
24b/48k audio

wider ISO range

WiFi & BT

USB 3.1

same battery, rated 380 stills with non OIS lens



new quad-core processor to handle the increased workload

The Canon EOS RP was officially announced yesterday (or today for some folks) and has received a pretty positive reception. Canonites are a passionate bunch and I’ve been very impressed with the reception that EOS RP has received.
Imaging Resource had a chance to sit down with Canon execs to talk all things Canon EOS RP.
Some questions we think a lot of you want answers to?
The 26.2mp sensor is the exact same sensors that appeared in the EOS 6D Mark II. Some adjustments to the microlenses were needed for light angles and things like that, but everything else is identical. The DIGIC 8 processor in the EOS RP is the exact same as any other DIGIC 8 processor as well.

Canon also paid particular attention to the build quality of this little camera. The magnesium alloy and plastic construction was a big part of the development. They wanted it to feel great in your hands.
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As everyone registers their indignation that the new firmware for the EOS R still doesn't allow eye detection AF in servo mode, honestly I'm not sure why I should care about this. Face/eye detection AF as a whole has never seemed consistent enough to me (on any camera) for me to feel like I can rely on it. I played with it a couple times on my EOS R, but immediately switched back to manual AF point selection the minute the camera started deciding someone's shirt looked like a face.

Yet everyone seems to be going crazy for face/eye detection. When are you actually using it? It always seemed too inconsistent for me in real world, dynamic situations (often misses faces or locks onto something that's not a face.) And in controlled portrait situations, why not just manually place a point on the person's eye to be sure it's correct?

CIPA rates the EOS RP at 250 shots per battery charge. Ken Rockwell expects much more in practice. I am hopeless at battery life. Whereas others claim more than 1000 shots from their M5, I am lucky to get 100, and it's the same in general for me on all cameras. What do you expect you will get from the EOS RP?

A slide from an EOS R/RF lens presentation confirms Canon is working on IBIS for future EOS R cameras. The system is called “All Optical IS” and it looks like in-lens and in-body image stabilization will work in harmony.
This should appease a lot of people and I would expect to see it in the third EOS R camera body within the next year, which we’ll have more on later.
image credit // FroKnowsPhoto

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Jared Polin AKA FroKnowsPhoto had a chance to visit New Orleans on Canon’s dime to get some hands-on time with the Canon EOS RP, Canon’s latest full frame camera.
This isn’t a full review, but it is a hands-on photo shoot and a good one at that. Jared had my favorite review of the EOS R, and this review of the EOS RP should answer most of your questions.
Jared also gives his impressions of the 6 new RF mount lenses announced to be in development here.
Preorder the Canon EOS RP

Canon EOS RP Body w/EG-E1 Extension Grip & Canon Mount Adapter $1299
Canon EOS RP w/EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM, EG-E1 Extension Grip & Canon Mount Adapter...

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On December 19, 2018, Canon reached a new production milestone of 140 million EF lenses*, reinforcing its position as the world's highest-volume manufacturer of interchangeable lenses. True to the development concept of the EOS Series established in 1987.

*Including EF-S, EF-M, RF lenses and EF Cinema lenses

Source: https://global.canon/en/news/2019/20190214.html

Seeming that milestone was 57 days ago it is safe to assume that the 140 million EF lenses could solely be attributed to lenses related to the EF mount rather than RF lenses.

JPolins video shows slides from a Canon presentation

Not from the official canon.de homepage, but from retailers like calumet.de

EOS RP + adapter: 1.499,- €
EOS RP + RF 24-105 + adapter: 2.499,- €

Edit:
Same prices now in the canon.de shop
Kit with RF 24-105 seems to be the only one in Germany.

Press Release:
New Lenses Under Development Cover a Range of Core Focal Lengths
MELVILLE, N.Y., February 13, 2019 – Continuing with the message of “optics at its core,” Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced that its parent company, Canon Inc, is developing six new RF-series lenses, further displaying the company’s commitment to the EOS R full-frame mirrorless camera system. Canon’s new RF mount allows for fast, light, and high-performing optics with a large opening diameter and short back focus distance. Each new lens in development will help fulfill the needs of amateur and advanced amateurs to professional photographers and videographers, covering critical focal lengths. In 2019, Canon’s already well-established optical lens heritage will celebrate a production milestone of 140 million EF and RF lenses and the celebration starts with the development announcement of these six lenses...

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Press Release:
New Super-Compact and Ultra-Lightweight EOS RP is Ideal for Users Looking to Graduate to Full-Frame Mirrorless Camera at an Affordable Price
MELVILLE, N.Y., February 13, 2019 – Responding to the demand from amateur and advanced amateur photographers for an entry-level, full-frame mirrorless camera, Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the second camera in the EOS R lineup, the EOS RP. The EOS RP is designed for photographers looking to step up from Canon’s APS-C cameras: the EOS Rebel, EOS M and the EOS 80D, into the world of full-frame mirrorless photography. Weighing in at just 17.29 ounces, the EOS RP camera is lighter than a 500ml bottle of water and smaller than Canon’s popular APS-C DSLR camera, the Canon EOS Rebel T7i, coming in at approximately 5.0in (w) x 3.77in (h) x 2.36in (d). With optics at its core, the EOS RP takes full advantage of the complete line up of RF lenses and is compatible with the existing...

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You can now preorder the brand new Canon EOS RP and various kits from our exclusive affiliate partner Adorama. Ordering through Adorama helps us immensely, and costs you nothing.

Canon EOS RP Body w/EG-E1 Extension Grip & Canon Mount Adapter $1299
Canon EOS RP w/EF 24-105mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM, EG-E1 Extension Grip & Canon Mount Adapter $1699
Canon EOS RP w/RF 24-105mm f/4L IS, EG-E1 Extension Grip & Canon Mount Adapter $2199

You can read the official announcement here.

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