<p>Over at the German site for the Canon CPN network, we can see the Canon EF 11-24mm f/4L listed. <a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/2014/09/is-this-a-canon-ef-11-24-f4l/" target="_blank">This lens has been previously rumoured</a>, but no announcement date has been set. We’ve heard the price for this lens will be around $2899 USD and it will be a stellar performer.</p>
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<p><strong>The Google Translated text reads</strong>

<em>“The EF11-24mm 1 : 4L USM is the longest ultra wide -angle zoom lens for Volformat cameras by Canon . It is characterized by the completely new design , new lens coating and its unrivaled performance .”</em></p>
<p><em>thanks Thomas</em></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

<p><em>New Super-Telephoto Zoom Lens Delivers an Enhanced IS System Providing Four Shutter Speed Steps of Correction, a Rotation-Type Zoom Ring, and New Optical Element Formula to Help Maximize Image Quality</em></p>
<p><strong>MELVILLE, N.Y., November 10, 2014 ─</strong> Canon U.S.A., a leader in digital imaging solutions, today announced the highly anticipated  Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L II USM lens, a second generation compact super-telephoto zoom lens featuring significant advancements in optical quality, image stabilization performance up-to-four steps, and rotating-zoom-ring design. This new L-series super- telephoto zoom lens features Canon L-series weather resistance and rugged magnesium housing to meet the needs of wildlife and sports photographers or photojournalists working out in the elements. Fully compatible with all EOS cameras, the EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L II USM features a completely redesigned optical formula containing one Fluorite and one Super UD lens element ─ a combination unique to lenses in this focal range ─ to help deliver sharp images with high resolution and contrast. This combination of elements helps thoroughly suppress chromatic aberration throughout the entire zoom range.</p>
<div id="attachment_17867" style="width: 510px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/1092636.jpg"><img class="wp-image-17867 size-full" src="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/1092636.jpg" alt="ET-83D Lens Hood which allows easy access to your filters such as a Circular Polarizer." width="500" height="500" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">ET-83D Lens Hood which allows easy access to your filters such as a Circular Polarizer.</p></div>
<p>“The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L II USM is the logical evolution of the very popular EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM introduced 16 years ago,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, President and COO of Canon U.S.A., Inc., “This long awaited, next generation lens was developed to be a highly portable and adaptable telephoto zoom lens for today’s modern professional and advanced amateur photographers.”</p>
<p>For photographers who want to work as closely as possible to their subjects, the minimum focusing distance of the lens has been reduced to just 3.2 ft. (0.98m), resulting in maximum magnification of 0.31x.  The original EF  100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM was well known for its push-pull zoom adjustment, but the EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L II USM uses a rotation-type zoom ring similar to the one found on the EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6L IS USM lens that allows for more precise adjustments, easier handling, and consistently excellent weight balance during handheld photography. In addition, the lens features an improved zoom torque adjustment ring that allows for the easy setting of zoom tension based on personal shooting preferences. The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L II USM also features an inner focusing system, a powerful yet quiet Ring USM, a high-speed CPU and optimized auto focus (AF) algorithms for fast and accurate autofocusing in various shooting situations.</p>
<div id="attachment_17872" style="width: 390px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/1004002mtf.jpg"><img class="wp-image-17872 size-medium" src="http://www.canonrumors.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/1004002mtf-380x575.jpg" alt="Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II MTF Chart - Click for Larger" width="380" height="575" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II MTF Chart – Click for Larger</p></div>
<p>The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L II USM features three Image Stabilization (IS) modes ─ standard, panning, and during exposure only.  Each IS mode is individually engineered to help provide outstanding results in a wide variety of shooting situations, and all serve to satisfy the personal preferences of photographers based on the type of IS they desire. The optical IS provides up to four shutter speed steps of correction, increased from 1.5 steps in the previous model<span class="green">*</span>. In addition, the EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L II USM features Canon’s newly developed Air Sphere Coating (ASC) which helps to reduce backlit flaring and ghosting significantly, as well as a 9-bladed circular aperture Electro-Magnetic Diaphragm that helps to enhance beautiful, softly blurred backgrounds.</p>
<p>As with all L-series lenses, the Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L II USM is highly resistant to dust and water, with excellent durability in even harsh conditions, ideal for wildlife photographers even in rainforest environments, or sports photographers on the sideline grabbing action shots of the big game. Fluorine coating on the front and rear surfaces of the lens can repel dust particles and water droplets. It also makes smears and fingerprints easy to remove without the use of lens cleaning fluid. Included with the lens is the new ET-83D lens hood, that features a cleverly placed and convenient side window allowing the user to easily adjust specialty filters while the lens hood remains in place. In addition, the EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L II USM is equipped with a newly designed detachable tripod mount which can be removed to reduce weight during handheld operation.</p>
<p><strong>Pricing and Availability </strong></p>
<p>The Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L II USM Super-Telephoto Zoom Lens is scheduled to be available in December 2014 for an estimated retail price of $2,199.00</p>
<p><strong>Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II $2199: <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1092632-REG/canon_9524b002_ef_100_400mm_f_4_5_5_6l_is.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/CA1004002U.html?KBID=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PF39PEY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00PF39PEY&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20&linkId=DR7JYMNZQZ4LVBHE" target="_blank">Amazon</a></strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="color: #ff0000;">c</span>r</strong></p>

<p><strong>Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS II $2199: <a href="http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1092632-REG/canon_9524b002_ef_100_400mm_f_4_5_5_6l_is.html/bi/2466/kbid/3296" target="_blank">B&H Photo</a> | <a href="http://www.adorama.com/CA1004002U.html?KBID=64393" target="_blank">Adorama</a> | <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PF39PEY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00PF39PEY&linkCode=as2&tag=canorumo-20&linkId=DR7JYMNZQZ4LVBHE" target="_blank">Amazon</a></strong></p>

<p><strong>Breakthrough Photography announces a new line of professional Neutral Density and UV filters with ‘Traction’ frame designs, glass from Germany and Japan and more</strong></p>
<p><em>SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – Nov. 10, 2014 –</em> Breakthrough Photography announced a new line of 3.2mm ultra-slim ‘Traction’ filters featuring glass from Germany and Japan, advanced coatings and weather-sealed construction.</p>
<p>Aimed at professional as well as amateur photographers, the new X-Series filter lineup features a new ‘Traction’ frame design with state-of-the-art optics and coatings.</p>
<p>The X-Series filters are immediately available for pre-order on <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/breakthrough/x-series-traction-filters">Kickstarter</a> with a December 2014 delivery schedule. Pre-ordering and product information can be found by visiting the companies website at <a href="http://www.breakthrough.photography/">http://www.breakthrough.photography/</a></p>
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<p><em><strong>THE X-SERIES FILTERS</strong></em></p>
<p>The X-Series filter lineup consists of 3 different models:</p>
<ol>
<li><strong><em>X3 Traction Filter</em></strong> features the companies signature 3.2mm ‘Traction’ frame CNC machined from brass, SCHOTT B270 glass from Germany, MRC16 and dual nano coating layers. Available in 3-stop, 6-stop Neutral Density and UV.</li>
<li><strong><em>X2 Traction Filter</em></strong> features a 3.5mm ‘Traction’ frame CNC machined from aluminum, AGC glass from Japan, MRC8 and dual nano coating layers. Available in 3-stop, 6-stop Neutral Density and UV.</li>
<li><strong><em>X1 Flat Black Filter</em></strong> features an ultra-slim 3.5mm standard flat black frame with and MRC4. Available in UV.</li>
</ol>
<p>All X-Series filters are double-threaded, weather-sealed and backed by a 25 Year Ironclad Guarantee.</p>
<p><em><strong>TRACTION FRAME DESIGN</strong></em></p>
<p>“We really tried to take the legacy standard flat black filter design back to the drawing board to really understand what it was that photographers needed in order for a filter to be most effective. Of all the various prototypes and frame materials, the ones with texture in the metal were the clear winners among photographers” said founder and photographer Graham Clark.</p>
<p>The X2 and X3 filters feature a new filter design which incorporates texture in the metal achieved by CNC machining brass and environmentally friendly aluminum.</p>
<p>“When I first felt these traction filters I thought, ‘Why don’t all filters have this?’ It makes getting filters on and off a whole lot easier.” said acclaimed outdoor and nature photographer Art Wolfe.</p>
<p><em><strong>DESIGNED FOR WIDE-ANGLE FULL-FRAME SETUPS</strong></em></p>
<p>“During our extensive field tests we found 4mm filters on 16mm lenses produced on average +1 stop of light falloff. At 3.7mm the vignetting was entirely eliminated on our full-frame setups. Our standard flat black X1 and X2 traction filters have 3.5mm, whereas our X3 traction filters are machined down to 3.2mm.” says Clark.</p>
<h4><strong>Worldwide Pricing and Availability</strong></h4>
<p>The X-Series filters will be available for pre-order on <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/breakthrough/x-series-traction-filters">Kickstarter</a> on November 6th, 2014.</p>
<p>Breakthrough Photography will be offering a one-time launch price of 50% off MSRP. The X-Series filter lineup will be sold through B&H, Adorama and Amazon.com in December, 2014.</p>
<p><strong>Pricing & </strong><b>Availability</b></p>
<ul>
<li>$109 <strong>X3 Traction ND</strong> in 3-stop or 6-stop (Available in January 2015)</li>
<li>$79 <strong>X3 Traction UV</strong> (Available in December 2014)</li>
<li>$59 <strong>X2 Traction ND</strong> in 3-stop or 6-stop (Available in January 2015)</li>
<li>$39 <strong>X2 Traction UV</strong> (Available in December 2014)</li>
<li>$25 <strong>X1 UV Standard Flat Black</strong> (Available in December 2014)</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://breakthrough.photography/">Click here</a> to learn more information about the X-Series filters: http://breakthrough.photography</p>
<h3>Tech Specs</h3>
<p><strong>X3 Traction Filter</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>3.2mm Traction frame CNC Machined from brass</li>
<li>SCHOTT B270 optical glass made in Germany</li>
<li>State-of-the-art 16-Layer Multi-Resistant Coating</li>
<li>nanotec® Nano Coating Layers to repel dirt and water</li>
<li>Weather-sealed construction</li>
<li>Available in either 3-stop or 6-stop Neutral Density and UV</li>
<li>Available in 49mm, 52mm, 55mm, 57mm, 62mm, 67mm, 72mm, 77mm and 82mm</li>
</ul>
<h4>X2 Traction Filter</h4>
<ul>
<li>3.5mm Traction frame CNC Machined from aluminum</li>
<li>AGC glass made in Japan</li>
<li>State-of-the-art 8-Layer Multi-Resistant Coating</li>
<li>nanotec® Nano Coating Layers to repel dirt and water</li>
<li>Weather-sealed construction</li>
<li>Available in either 3-stop or 6-stop Neutral Density and UV</li>
<li>Available in 49mm, 52mm, 55mm, 57mm, 62mm, 67mm, 72mm, 77mm and 82mm</li>
</ul>
<h4>X1 Flat Black</h4>
<ul>
<li>3.5mm Standard Flat Black aluminum frame</li>
<li>State-of-the-art 4-Layer Multi-Resistant Coating</li>
<li>Weather-sealed construction</li>
<li>Available in UV</li>
<li>Available in 49mm, 52mm, 55mm, 57mm, 62mm, 67mm, 72mm, 77mm and 82mm</li>
</ul>
<h4>Media Contact</h4>
<p>Name: Graham Clark</p>
<p>Company: Breakthrough Photography</p>
<p>Phone: +1 707 702-2116</p>
<p>Email: <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p>
<p>Company website: <a href="http://breakthrough.photography/">http://breakthrough.photography</a></p>
<p>Press Info & Product Images: <a href="http://breakthrough.photography/press-info-product-images-media/">http://breakthrough.photography/press-info-product-images-media/</a></p>
<p>Kickstarter Campaign: <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/breakthrough/x-series-traction-filters">https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/breakthrough/x-series-traction-filters</a></p>
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