Two New Professional Lenses Coming Ahead of Photokina? [CR1]

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<p>We’re expected the announcement of <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/two-new-lenses-coming-from-canon-next-week-cr3/">two new lenses from Canon next week</a>, but it looks like that won’t be it for 2018.</p>
<p>Other than the EF-M 32mm f/1.4, we’re told that two more “professional” lenses are scheduled to be announced ahead of Photokina in September.</p>
<p>We were not told what focal lengths would be coming, or if they were replacements for current lenses, or all new designs.</p>
<p><em>More to come….</em></p>
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Patent: New Canon Mount Coming?

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A patent for serial communication for an ILC mount that is neither EF or EF-M.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.canonnews.com/canon-patent-application-the-first-sniff-of-a-new-mount-for-canon">Canon News</a> tried their best to translate a rather awkward patent.</p>
<blockquote><p>…… is seemingly suggesting that this mount could handle multiple lenses of both a new mount and old mount format.  Conjecturing by looking at the mount, looking at the size of the sensor against the mount itself, it’s appearing as if canon is looking at mounting EF-M and EF Full frame mirrorless using possibly a hybrid mount?</p></blockquote>
<p><strong>From Japan Patent Application 2018-084713:</strong></p>
<blockquote><p>Conventionally, the serial communication (synchronous serial communication) of a clock synchronization system has been adopted as a communication method of a camera and an interchangeable lens. The following technical contents are disclosed in the Patent document 1. First, synchronous serial communication is performed with the first communication speed with which an interchangeable lens old type can also communicate. When the interchangeable lens with which it is equipped is distinguished from a new lens by the communication content, it changes to the synchronous serial communication in a more nearly high-speed second communication speed.</p></blockquote>
<p>We’ve been told that the mount solution for a full frame mirrorless camera would be interesting, but this is the first time we can confirm that Canon is working on a new mount. Though there’s no way of knowing if this is indeed for the upcoming full frame mirrorless camera body.</p>
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Hotshoe cover for 5D3?

I've recently come across some Nikon hotshoe covers. I actually might use something like that, but not to protect the hotshoe. I'd use it to protect all the fabric the hotshoe grates against -- the inside of bags, camera straps while packed in the bag, various edges/seams of clothing while I carry/draw via BlackRapid, etc.

Has anyone tried the Nikon BS-3 on a Canon hotshoe? I saw this link for older BS-2 on the 5D3:

http://brightbit.blogspot.com/2012/12/nikon-hot-shoe-protection-caps-on-canon.html

It fits but seems to be propped up pretty high and still have some underlying edges that could catch on fabric. Was hoping the BS-3 might sit down a bit better.

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More Pros Than Ever Can Now Benefit From the Newly Expanded Canon CarePAK Program

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<em>Providing Accidental Damage Protection, CarePAK Plans Now Offer Coverage for Cinema, Video and Professional Printer Equipment</em></p>
<p><strong>MELVILLE, N.Y., May 30, 2018</strong> – Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the expansion of its CarePAK PRO and CarePAK PLUS service and support offerings for imaging professionals. The current CarePAK PRO program, which now includes accidental damage protection, has been restructured to meet the needs of the professional cinema, house of worship, and in-house corporate video production industries, among other professional video markets, and now covers Cinema EOS Cameras, Cinema Lenses, and Professional Camcorders. Additionally, the popular CarePAK PLUS plan, which currently includes professional SLR camera systems among other consumer products, has been expanded to cover Canon imagePROGRAF PRO-1000, PIXMA PRO-100, and PIXMA PRO-10 professional inkjet printers.</p>
<p>“Providing yet another solution to our customers, the CarePAK program expansion allows us to extend our services to more of Canon’s professional customers, implementing a worry-free ownership experience to help visual story-tellers focus and bring forth their creative visions,” said Kazuto Ogawa, president and COO, Canon U.S.A., Inc.</p>
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<p>With CarePAK, customers can feel confident that their investment is covered by Canon’s world-class service and support. In addition to accidental damage protection from drops, spills, power surges, and other unforeseen events, CarePAK PLUS and CarePAK PRO provide normal wear and tear coverage for hardware and include Image Recovery*, designed to retrieve lost or corrupted images or videos from cameras, camcorders and printers with a memory card slot (only for use with a removable memory card).</p>
<p><strong>Additional CarePAK benefits include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Priority service for fast, reliable repairs and minimal downtime</li>
<li>Service and support direct from Canon using only genuine Canon parts</li>
<li>$0 deductible for any repair or replacement</li>
<li>Free shipping to and from Canon for all service and repairs</li>
<li>Dedicated phone and email support at 1-833-CAREPAK (1-833-227-3725) and [email protected] or [email protected]</li>
<li>Ability to transfer the plans during the coverage period to a new owner</li>
</ul>
<p>Under a CarePAK plan, a damaged product will be repaired to good working condition or replaced with the same or an equivalent product, a feature that is unique to Canon and currently not available from other providers. CarePAK PRO and CarePAK PLUS will be available for Canon Cinema Cameras, Cinema Lenses, Professional Camcorders, and Professional Inkjet Printers beginning June 1 and can be purchased at the time of product purchase, or for up to 90 days thereafter.</p>
<p>For more information, please visit <a href="http://usa.canon.com/carepak">usa.canon.com/carepak</a>. For those in attendance at this year’s Cine Gear Expo, stop by the Canon booth (number 12) to learn more about Canon’s service and support offerings, including  CarePAK PRO.</p>
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New Canon Full-Frame Cinema Camera the EOS C700 FF to be Showcased at Cine Gear Expo 2018

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<em>The company will offer hands-on demonstrations with its latest products and host panel discussions</em></p>
<p><strong>MELVILLE, N.Y., May 31, 2018</strong> – Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, will showcase its newest digital cinema products in Booth #12 at Cine Gear Expo 2018 in Los Angeles.</p>
<p>Visitors to the Canon booth will have the opportunity to experience the full range of Canon Cinema cameras and lenses, 4K reference displays, and DSLR cameras and lenses, including the recently announced EOS C700 FF Cinema Camera. Available in EF or PL mount, the EOS C700 FF features a 5.9K full-frame sensor with built-in anamorphic de-squeeze capabilities and RAW capture. The camera will be on display paired with the CN-E20mm T1.5 LF F lens, the latest addition to Canon’s line of CN-E prime lenses. Canon’s newest 4K HDR reference display, the 24-inch DP-V2421, will also be available for hands-on demonstrations, showcasing on-set HDR functionality.</p>
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<p>Cine Gear attendees will be able to learn more about Canon’s CarePAK PRO Extended Service Plan, which recently expanded to include professional video and cinema products. Canon CarePAK PRO offers coverage from accidental damage such as drops, spills and power surges, protecting customer investments from unforeseen repair costs and excessive downtime. Conditions and restrictions apply*.</p>
<p>In addition to showcasing products and professional service and support offerings, Canon will host a series of panel discussions and educational seminars. On Saturday, attendees** will have the opportunity to see the new EOS C700 FF in action with a screening of <i>Dishful of Dollars</i>, a short film directed by Nigel Dick and shot by Nancy Schreiber, ASC. The full panel schedule is as follows:</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Friday, June 1</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>2:30-3:15 pm</strong></p>
<p><strong>Screening Room 5</strong></p>
<p><strong>Choosing Between Full Frame And Super 35mm: A Hands-On Image Characteristics Comparison for Cinematographers</strong>

Instructor: Loren Simons, Sr. Engineer, Field Applications, Canon U.S.A.</p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Friday, June 1</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>5:30-6:30 pm</strong></p>
<p><strong>Paramount Theater</strong></p>
<p><strong>Options in Optics</strong></p>
<p>Moderator: Tim Smith, Sr. Film and Television Advisor, Canon U.S.A.</p>
<p>Panelists:</p>
<ul>
<li>Daniel Levin (<i>Inside the FBI</i>)</li>
<li>Claudia Raschke (<i>RBG, The Price of Everything</i>)</li>
<li>Steven Poster (<i>The Boor, Amityville: The Awakening</i>)</li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Saturday, June 2</span></strong></p>
<p><strong>4:30-5:30 pm</strong></p>
<p><strong>Paramount Theater</strong></p>
<p><strong><i>Dishful of Dollars</i> – In-depth with the EOS C700 Full Frame</strong></p>
<p>Moderator: Tim Smith, Sr. Film and Television Advisor, Canon U.S.A.</p>
<p>Panelists:</p>
<ul>
<li>Nancy Schreiber, ASC (Director of Photography)</li>
<li>Nigel Dick (Director)</li>
<li>Gunnar Mortensen (1st AC)</li>
<li>Loren Simons (Sr. Engineer, Field Applications, Canon U.S.A.)</li>
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<p>Follow Canon’s Cine Gear activities on Twitter at @CanonUSApro or on Instagram at @CanonUSAprovideo.</p>
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Magical Tuscany

Hi guys,

I managed to visit this beautiful place in May 2017.
Here is my attempt to capture the unforgettable genius loci of this divine piece of the world:
https://www.zonerama.com/mmartphoto/Album/3399633

Enjoy :)

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16-35 f/2.8L III for astro?

Hi everyone,

I do a fair bit of back country hiking and photography, but I am finding my legs just don't want to carry me that far with my current kit. Looking for options to lighten/shrink the load, and I'd be curious to hear your opinions on the best path forward.

Right now I am carrying a 5D mk IV, Canon 16-35 f/4L, Canon 24-70 f/2.8L II (or a 24-105 f/4L), sometimes a Canon 70-200 f/2.8 L II, and definitely a Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 in addition to a LEE filter system and a manfrotto 055 carbon fibre tripod. Obviously, this is way way too much when combined with camping gear, food and clothing. I'd estimate that I am shooting probably 50% of the time with the 24-70, 35% with the 16-35, 10% with the 14, and 5% with the 70-200, and the really only times I'm at f/2.8 is on the 14mm (for what it's worth).

Right now I am thinking that my best compromise (without changing what I shoot) may be to replace the 70-200 f/2.8L II with a 70-200 f/4L (really curious to see what comes from the announcement next week), and look for a different wide angle option which can both take the LEE filter system and can produce decent wide astro photos (i.e. replacing the 16-35 f/4L and the Rokinon 14mm f/2.8 with a Canon 16-35 f/2.8L III).

So I have three questions:
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[*]How well does the Canon 16-35 f/2.8L III perform for astrophotography? I have heard that it really struggles with vignetting at 2.8 which could pose a barrier to some of the wide milky way stitches I've been doing (example here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/122837542@N02/42095824811/in/dateposted-public/). Anyone have any thoughts on whether the vignetting issue is overblown?
[*]Are there any other zoom lens options that are at least 16mm at the wide end, with a traditional filter thread that would accept the LEE 100mm filter system?
[*]Any other suggestions to reduce the weight that I haven't considered?
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Any input would be greatly appreciated!

Service Advisory: Canon EOS 70D For Error 70 & Error 80

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Canon has released a service advisory for the Canon EOS 70D.</p>
<p><strong>Error 70 or Error 80 Occurs Repeatedly – [Added 30 May 2018]</strong></p>
<p>Thank you for using Canon products.</p>
<p>We would like to offer our sincere apologies to users who have been inconvenienced by the phenomenon described below. We value the trust our customers have placed in us, and we are dedicated to continuously improving product quality as well as delivering industry-leading service and support.</p>
<p>In rare cases, error 70 or error 80 may repeatedly display on some EOS 70D digital SLR cameras due to an internal communication failure resulting from the structure of the electrical printed circuit board. If use of the camera is subsequently continued, a state may occur in which the camera’s power does not turn on. In most cases, this phenomenon occurs in conjunction with continuous use of the camera while the camera’s internal temperature is high, such as when shooting movies continuously.</p>
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<p>“Err 70” or “Err 80” will appear on the LCD monitor at the back of the camera or on the LCD panel at the top of the camera.</p>

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<p>There may be rare occurrences of error 70 or error 80, after which the camera functions can be recovered by turning the power off and on again, or by re-installing and reinserting the battery. The phenomenon described here refers to the frequent reoccurrence of error 70 or error 80.</p>
<p>The phenomenon may occur only in cameras whose first two digits in its serial number are within the range of “00” to “22”.</p>
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<p>Cameras on which error 70 or error 80 occurs repeatedly and that have a serial number within the range specified above will be inspected/repaired free of charge. Please note that inspection/repairs for any other issue will be handled as normal repairs.</p>
<p>If you wish to make a request for the free inspection/repairs, please bring the camera body only with the body cap attached to a <strong><a class="formatlink" href="https://www.canon.co.uk/support/consumer_products/repair.aspx">Canon Service Centre</a></strong>.</p>
<p>If you have any enquiries, please <strong><a class="formatlink" href="https://www.canon.co.uk/support/consumer_products/telephone_numbers/">contact us</a></strong> for further assistance.</p>
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Canon Officially Discontinues the EOS-1v Film Camera

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<p>Canon Japan has officially ended the sale of their last film camera, the EOS-1v.</p>
<p><strong>From <a href="http://cweb.canon.jp/e-support/products/eos/180530eos1v-end.html">Canon Japan</a></strong> (Google Translated):</p>
<blockquote><p>Thank you very much for your continued patronage of Canon products.</p>
<p>By the way, we are finally decided to end sales for the film single lens reflex camera “EOS – 1v”.</p>
<p>We will also take repair measures until October 31, 2025, even after the repair correspondence period of our company’s repair service contract for the purpose of improving service and support for customers who use this product.</p></blockquote>
<p>This comes on the heals of Leica cancelling the M7, though they’re continuing to make the beautiful M-P for the moment.</p>
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Two New Lenses Coming From Canon Next Week [CR3]

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<p>We’re told that the date is finally upon us and we can confirm that Canon will announce two new lenses next week. At the time of writing this, I’m not sure if it’ll be Tuesday or Friday of next week, but we should know in the next 24 hours or so.</p>
<p>Pricing and availability is not yet know.</p>
<p><strong>Lenses being announced:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L IS II</li>
<li>Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS III (Though we’ve never seen this lens actually named in full for announcement, we’re running on assumptions, which can be dangerous.)</li>
</ul>
<p>The EF-M 32mm f/1.4 will be announced closer to Photokina, which happens in September.</p>
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New prime Sony lenses rumors.... A chance for Canonians?

An Sony rumor site writes about patents of Sony 500&600mm 4.0 lenses.
https://www.sonyalpharumors.com/new-sony-patent-discloses-500-f-4-and-600-f-4-e-mount-lens-design/

In my opinion this is a chance for us Canonians that Canon and Nikon will be forced (a little bit more) to come up with new lenses - and indirectly to produce better "highend" bodies.
An A9 on an 600mm geniune sony lens would be a pleasure to use (IF you have the extra $$$$ amount on money - as the price tag will be highend too).

As I read in another forum, these lenses for MLS-bodies will be a little bit lighter than lenses for FF. Nonsens?

DJI Launches The Ronin-S Gimbal Stabilizer

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<p><em>DJI has just revealed final details for its highly-anticipated single-handed gimbal stabilizer—the Ronin-S. This exceptionally capable device will help smooth footage when working with DSLRs and mirrorless cameras up to 7.9 lb. For now, the Ronin-S will be exclusive to B&H </em></p>
<p><strong>NEW YORK, May 29, 2018</strong> – B&H Photo would like to share the official announcement of the DJI Ronin-S 3-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer, a lithe, single-handed tool used to smooth movement when shooting video with a DSLR or mirrorless camera. DJI is daring us to move, and the Ronin-S makes that dare easy to accomplish with its clean and high performance, for camera systems weighing up to 7.9 lb. It also offers one-handed design, enabling simple, intuitive operation, and a slimmer profile for working in confined spaces with ease.</p>
<p>Among the major advantages provided by the Ronin-S is a design that moves the roll axis to a 45-degree angle, ensuring there is a clean line of sight to the camera’s rear screen for monitoring purposes. Also, it is a part of DJI’s constantly growing ecosystem, and will offer immediate support for plenty of their accessories, including the Master Wheels and Master Force. It has a dual handle system, multiple types of wireless receivers, a focus control setup, and more. Also included are standard mounting points for attaching useful tools like microphones and lights.</p>
<p>Three operational modes are available for added versatility—underslung, upright, and flashlight. Each of these is determined by the desired grip and angle of the shot, and make it more comfortable to operate for longer periods of time. The gimbal can even be removed from the handle and mounted on other supports, such as a jib or RC car, for which there is a dedicated mode to ensure silky smooth motion. A Sport Mode can be enabled for moments of fast-paced action.</p>
<p><strong>Product Highlights</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Three-Axis Motorized Gimbal Stabilizer</li>
<li>Holds DSLR or Mirrorless Cameras</li>
<li>Offset Roll Motor for Screen Visibility</li>
<li>One-Handed Operation</li>
<li>Interchangeable Parts Ecosystem</li>
<li>Accessory Dock</li>
<li>Customizable Parameter Groups</li>
</ul>
<p>To provide an excellent operating experience, the Ronin-S offers multiple control options, including a precise joystick located on the handle, with multiple customizable parameters. Users will enjoy support for camera control as well, with the ability to connect to select Canon, Sony, Nikon, and other systems where they can adjust focus settings, initiate recording and more without taking their hands off the Ronin-S. Other settings include a Virtual Joystick option, Time-Lapse, Track, and Panorama modes.</p>
<p>A wide range of movement is possible with this gimbal, including continuous 360 degrees of rotation, tilt from -95 to 185 degrees, and a complete 360 degrees of roll in a Roll 360 mode that will come in handy for rapid movement and repositioning of your camera. Additionally, it is powered by a rechargeable 18650 2400mAh Li-ion polymer battery pack that will operate for hours on a single charge, while Bluetooth 4.0 and USB Type-C connections permit the stabilizer to be connected directly to mobile devices and computers.</p>
<p>The DJI Ronin-S will be exclusive to <a href="https://bhpho.to/2kwEnYN" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">B&H Photo</a> for a limited time. It is already open for pre-order, and will soon be available.</p>
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Sony Releases 0.5-type OLED Microdisplay with Top-of-Class UXGA Resolution

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<p><strong>Tokyo, Japan</strong>—Sony Corporation today announced the upcoming release of the ECX339A OLED Microdisplay featuring UXGA (1600 x 1200 resolution), the highest in class for a 0.5-type. This product achieves the world’s smallest pixel pitch of 6.3μm by leveraging Sony’s OLED display technology and miniaturization technology, enabling a resolution 1.6x higher than the previous model<sup>*¹</sup>. By employing a new drive circuit design that operates on half the voltage of the previous model<sup>*¹</sup>, the new product achieves the same level of low-power operation as its predecessor but with much higher resolution. When paired with Sony’s original driving system<sup>*²</sup>, a frame rate up to 240 fps is supported—double that of previous product<sup>*¹</sup>.

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<p>Enhancing the resolution on microdisplays has traditionally presented problems such as deteriorating image quality due to decreased pixel pitch and inferior viewing angle properties. The new product features optimized transistors layout and process to address uneven characteristics and loss of withstand voltage, the issues associated with transistor miniaturization. The Sony original variation compensation circuit also enhances picture quality. Additionally, the color filter is deposited directly on the silicon substrate, reducing its distance from the light emitting layer, and the filter’s color array has been modified. This helps to secure the viewing angle properties while achieving high resolution.</p>
<p class="mod_text">OLED Microdisplays are widely used in digital camera electronic viewfinders (EVF) for their superior high contrast, high color gamut, and high-speed responsiveness. Sony, having achieved this high resolution and high frame rate, now offers even more realistic image display and accurate capture of subjects for use in high-end cameras that demand extremely high image quality.</p>
<p id="anchor1-5" class="mod_text">Going forward, Sony expects this high-definition OLED Microdisplay to be employed in a diverse range of fields and applications such as AR (augmented reality) and VR (virtual reality) head-mounted displays.

*1<span class="mod_listNotes-data">Compared with the Sony OLED Microdisplay ECX337A (0.5-type QVGA (1280×960)).

*2</span><span class="mod_listNotes-data">Driving method of dual vertical line simultaneously (“Dual-line progressive” driving technique)</span></p>
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<p><strong>Main Features</strong></p>
<p><strong>1.High-resolution UXGA in a 0.5-type</strong>

The new product has achieved the world’s smallest pixel pitch of 6.3μm by leveraging Sony’s proprietary OLED display technology and miniaturization technology, and has superior resolution 1.6x higher than the previous model<sup>*1</sup>. Generally, transistor miniaturization results in characteristic variation and reduced withstand voltage. This product uses a Sony original compensation circuit and optimized layouts and process for each individual transistor to address these adverse effects. Furthermore, the color filter is deposited directly on the silicon substrate, reducing its distance from the light emitting layer, and the filter’s color array has been modified to secure the viewing angle properties while achieving high resolution.</p>
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<p><strong>2.High-speed frame rate</strong>

A new drive circuit design supports a high frame rate of up to 240 fps<sup>*2</sup>, nearly double that of its predecessor<sup>*1</sup>. This has made it possible to capture fast-moving subjects in the viewfinder with higher accuracy, so users will not miss a photo opportunity, delivering a more comfortable shooting experience. In head-mounted display devices, this will help to improve image delay issue for items superimposed on real-world vision of AR and to avoid motion sickness during usage of these kinds of devices.</p>
<p><strong>3.Low power consumption</strong>

By employing newly-designed peripheral circuits that operate on half the voltage of previous model<sup>*1</sup>, the new product delivers the same low-power operation as its predecessor when operating at the same frame rate, despite the nearly 1.6x increase in the number of pixels.</p>
<p id="anchor1-12" class="mod_title-h2-news"><strong>Key Specifications</strong></p>
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<th class="left">Name</th>
<td>ECX339A</td>
</tr>
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<th class="left">Display Size</th>
<td>0.5 type (12.6 mm Diagonal length)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th class="left">Resolution</th>
<td>UXGA(1600×RGB×1200)</td>
</tr>
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<th class="left">Pixel pitch</th>
<td>6.3μm</td>
</tr>
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<th class="left">Max. frame rate</th>
<td>120 fps (progressive) / 240 fps (dual-line progressive)</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<th class="left">Power consumption (200cd/m2)</th>
<td>310 mW @ 60 fps (progressive) / 120 fps (dual-line progressive)</td>
</tr>
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<th class="left">Video interface</th>
<td>LVDS/Sub-LVDS</td>
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<th class="left">Max. luminance</th>
<td>1,000cd/m2</td>
</tr>
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<th class="left">Contrast</th>
<td>100,000:1 or higher</td>
</tr>
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<th class="left">Color gamut (u’v’)</th>
<td>sRGB ratio: 110%</td>
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Is The Canon Cinema EOS C300 Mark III The Next Cinema EOS Body? [CR1]

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<p>We’re told that the next Cinema EOS camera body will be the EOS C300 Mark III, and that we will not be seeing a direct replacement to the C100 Mark II.</p>
<p>The new camera body will apparently see a bump in resolution, but specs beyond that are hard to come by as always.</p>
<p>This source suggests that the new cinema camera won’t be announced until after Photokina.</p>
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A Little Bit More About the New 70-200mm Lenses That Are Coming [CR1]

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We’re told by a unknown source that the two new 70-200mm L lenses are due to be announced next week. We previously reported that they’d be <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/new-canon-70-200mm-lenses-coming-in-early-june-cr3/">coming in early June</a>.</p>
<p>We’re also told from the same person that select journalists now have copies of both lenses in their hands. I’d expect the usual suspects to be testing these lenses for early hands-on reviews.</p>
<p>All that said, we do not have an exact announcement date for these two new L lenses, but we seem to now have a few people agreeing that they’re coming soon.</p>
<p><em>More to come…</em></p>
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Is it just me or does anyone else find themselves delaying lens purchases until we know more about Canon's prosumer mirrorless plans and timeframes? I'm a serious amateur/hobbyist without the luxury of unlimited funds and will be very interested in moving to mirrorless if Canon offers a superb quality full frame mirrorless in the near future.

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