Very possible. With the addition of the non-L RF 100-400 and 16/2.8 to the existing non-L lenses, the stage is set for a low-cost FF MILC.The $799 FF camera.
‘Controversial’ only makes me think of the rumored RF mount APS-C camera(s), especially since that also immediately brings back the question about the future of the EF-M system, which already has been vegetating in an unclear state for a looong time. “Double breaking news” would would be the discontinuation of the M system in addition to the new camera.
This! I own a 5D classic. The new R3 BSI sensor, bare minimum to make it the best photography only camera. But I guess such a niche product would not be possible now when everyone wants video also and not a separate device for that purpose.Sub $1000 FF body with no video at all, TAKE MY MONEY!!!
Well no diss to those who do video but I think there's still a really big photography only market out there but the hybrid/video shooters are a lot more vocal. I noticed when Gordon Laing first did his "Photography Only" reviews they were REALLY popular and people wanted more. There's also a huge market of photographers who aren't really into forums or the gear discussion that just shoot and that's it.This! I own a 5D classic. The new R3 BSI sensor, bare minimum to make it the best photography only camera. But I guess such a niche product would not be possible now when everyone wants video also and not a separate device for that purpose.
Such a camera would already be available if there was demand - Canon knows their market. Nikon tried it years ago with the Df DSLR and it flopped but the price was set high. Would a 800 usd or lower FF photo only camera be a seller or a bust? Unfortunately, my guess would be the latter but I would buy it immediately.Well no diss to those who do video but I think there's still a really big photography only market out there but the hybrid/video shooters are a lot more vocal. I noticed when Gordon Laing first did his "Photography Only" reviews they were REALLY popular and people wanted more. There's also a huge market of photographers who aren't really into forums or the gear discussion that just shoot and that's it.
I think if you look at higher end gear then you won't find as many people who would be willing to spend the money on an R3 just for stills and a C500 just for video (just an example) whereas if you are talking lower end gear, then buy a video orientated and photo orientated camera for cheaper than what a R6/R would cost wouldn't seem as crazy.
Very true and I wonder how well the RP sold and if Canon would have any useful data on what features of it was used most, such as 90% of owners not touching video for example. The DF was high priced and also had the vintage look so that could have easily played into the sales too. I'd definitely buy one as well but maybe one day...Such a camera would already be available if there was demand - Canon knows their market. Nikon tried it years ago with the Df DSLR and it flopped but the price was set high. Would a 800 usd or lower FF photo only camera be a seller or a bust? Unfortunately, my guess would be the latter but I would buy it immediately.
Most folx aren't into forums, we are a minority.Well no diss to those who do video but I think there's still a really big photography only market out there but the hybrid/video shooters are a lot more vocal. I noticed when Gordon Laing first did his "Photography Only" reviews they were REALLY popular and people wanted more. There's also a huge market of photographers who aren't really into forums or the gear discussion that just shoot and that's it.
I think if you look at higher end gear then you won't find as many people who would be willing to spend the money on an R3 just for stills and a C500 just for video (just an example) whereas if you are talking lower end gear, then buy a video orientated and photo orientated camera for cheaper than what a R6/R would cost wouldn't seem as crazy.
Nah. The way it'd work is that you still have to pay full price to get it, and *then* a monthly fee to keep it working, or to maintain some key functionality. Maybe it won't have memory cards at all but lots of built-in flash, but you can't upload photos to anywhere but Canon's site that costs...This is the most forward thinking option. Instead of a $2000 body you keep for three years and sell for $1000, (or 3x if you prefer pro), why not a $40/month ($120/month pro) body on a lease contract, with generous options to send back to upgrade to something newer and better?
That may just be a poor choice of words. I think he is referring to the R series as a "system" and saying that a new R camera is coming to the system. Model or series might have been a better term.The post says this is 'a system'.